Events Diary

05/11/2011 - CARLISLE FIRE SHOW

Bitts Park, Carlisle - entertainments start at 6.30pm Bonfire will be lit at 7pm. FREE but donations collected are for local charities. A great family night out, don't miss it.

24/09/2011 - TASTE CUMBRIA FOOD FESTIVAL - COCKERMOUTH

Now in its second year, Taste Cumbria is a feast of all things foodie for the whole family. It's a weekend event and the programme of activities, exhibitors and chefs are different on each day. Entry to the Festival is free, however a small charge will apply to some events and attractions. Times: 11:00 to 17:00 11:00 to 16:00. It's a MUST BE THERE so make sure you are!.

24/09/2011 - ESKDALE SHOW

Herdwicks are Cumbria's native sheep and you can meet the Country's very best flocks at this friendly show.
www.eskdale.info

24/09/2011 - ULLSWATER OUTDOOR FESTIVAL

Sat 24th Sept-Sun Oct 2nd.
Explore the breathtaking surroundings of The Ullswater Valley with guided walks and activities on land and water.
www.ullswater.com

17/09/2011 - EGREMONT CRAB FAIR

Traditional Cumbrian fair featuring the famous gurning competition.
www.egremontcrabfair.org.uk

17/09/2011 - ULVERSTON LANTERN PROCESSION

Spectacular lantern parade through the town, with grand finale at Ford Park.
www.discoverulverston.co.uk

15/09/2011 - WORLD SHEEPDOG TRIALS

Fri 15th-Mon 18th Sept.
International trials at Lowther Park, near Penrith, alongside Country Fair with traditional crafts and food.
www.worldsheepdogtrials.org

09/09/2011 - KENDAL TORCHLIGHT CARNIVAL

42nd annual torchlight celebration and procession through the town.
www.kendaltorchlightcarnival.co.uk

08/09/2011 - WESTMORLAND SHOW

The Show continues from strength to strength, following their highly successful visits, the Sheep Show are here again to entertain and educate all our visitors, a truly entertaining show with fun on many levels. One of Britains Oldest and Cumbria's BIGGEST Livestock Shows County Showfield, Crooklands, Nr. Kendal. Lane Farm, Crooklands, just off Junc.36 on the M6. There's something for everyone. Open all day from 8am to 5.30pm. There's a free bus service to/from Kendal + Free car parking.
www.westmorlandshow.co.uk

02/09/2011 - LAKES ALIVE: MINTFEST

Fri 2nd-Sun 4th Sept.
Kendal's International Festival of Street Arts, at locations throughout Kendal.
www.lakesalive.org

29/08/2011 - LAKES ALIVE - MARYPORT

A high adrenaline, high octane performance of K@osmos from Groupo Puja (Spain / Argentina)

29/08/2011 - KESWICK AGRICULTURAL SHOW

Famed for it's sheep dog trials, this is an entertaining family day out.
www.keswickshow.co.uk

28/08/2011 - GRASMERE LAKELAND SPORTS & SHOW

The Grasmere Sports & Show 2011 is one of the longest running Lake District sports events and is now in its 161st year. A full day of family entertainment from 10am - 5pm. Gate open at 9am. Grasmere, near Ambleside. Displays and events, Hound trails, Wrestling, Crafts & Antiques - over 150 Outdoor Trade Stands. DON'T MISS IT!!

28/08/2011 - LAKELAND CLASSIC VEHICLE SHOW

Motoring Nostalgia with over 300 classic cars, motorcycles and vintage tractors at Hutton-in-the-Forest near Penrith.
www.hutton-in-the-forest.co.uk

26/08/2011 - SOLFEST

Fri 26th-Sun 28th Aug.
Award-winning family-friendly music festival on the Solway Plain. The Stranglers, The Damned and The Saw Doctors and Kate Rusby are among this year's headline acts.
www.solfest.org.uk

25/08/2011 - CONTINENTAL MARKET AND FOOD FAIR

Thurs 25th-Mon 29th Aug.
Carlisle city centre is transformed into a corner of the Continent.
www.discovercarlisle.co.uk

23/08/2011 - HAWKSHEAD AGRICULTURAL SHOW

Dog displays are one of the highlights of this traditional show.
www.hawksheadshow.co.uk

21/08/2011 - LAKELAND COUNTRY FAIR

A great family day at Torver, near Coniston on A595/A5084. As well as being a typical Cumbrian show, the Lakeland Country Fair acts as a showcase for traditional Cumbrian skills and activities. Plenty of attractions. Show starts 12 noon, free car parking. Adults £5 - reduction for children

13/08/2011 - LAKES ALIVE - BROCKHOLE

A garden party full of surprises to celebrate the Lake District National Park's 60th birthday

13/08/2011 - DALSTON SHOW

Just 4 miles from Carlisle city centre, make it a family day out. As well as the very popular cattle classes the show offers a place where local people can show their crafts, covering everything from flower arranging to photography. The trade stands attract exhibitors from all over Cumbria, the north of England and south west Scotland.

13/08/2011 - THE LAKES CHILLI FEST

Sat 13th-Sun 14th Aug.
4th annual celebration of chilli-related fare - jams, jellies, seeds, plants, chutneys and even chocolate and ice-cream at lovely Levens Hall, near Milnthorpe.
www.chillifest.co.uk

05/08/2011 - POTFEST IN THE PENS

Fri 5th-Sun 7th Aug.
International potters' market at Skirsgill Auction Mart, Penrith.
www.potfest.co.uk

03/08/2011 - CARTMEL SHOW

A traditional agricultural show in the heart of South Lakeland.
www.cartmelagriculturalsociety.org.uk

03/08/2011 - CRAFTSMEN AT THE PRIORY

Wed 3rd-Tues 30th Aug.
Annual exhibition and sale at ancient Dacre Hall at Lanercost Priory.
www.cumbriacrafts.co.uk

24/02/2011 - PLEASE NOTE

Whilst every care is taken to ensure this information is correct we advise you to call the nearest Tourist Information Centre (TIC) before you go. All dates and times were assumed correct at the time of going to press. Whilst it may be unusual, dates and venues can change due to unforseen circumstances prevailing.

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