What's on in Bankend

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Around £8

Make Your Own Pinata - £8

Create your own colourful pinata with artist Sophie Bass using card and papers to bring the fun to the summer holidays or your next party. Bring your own favourite image if you like to give it your special vibe. You'll need to fill it with goodies when you get home. Some children may need parental assistance dependent on ability. If children are under 13yrs, please settle them in to the workshop and stay on site throughout. Access for participants: reasonable dexterity in hands. Wheelchair friendly site and activity. Chill zone for breaks if required.

Wed 22 JulFlorence Arts Centre(2mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Community

SumArt To Do - Summer Bunting

School’s out for summer, so why not get creative and make your very own bunting to brighten up your home, garden, bedroom, or favourite space?

Wed 22 JulRosehill Theatre(4.7mi)

via Rosehill TheatreLocal gem

Community

Summer Drama Club

The People's Gallery + Art Lab | Family | Take PartJoin us for a special five-week summer drama club for children aged 12 and under.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Rosehill Theatre(4.7mi)

via Rosehill TheatreLocal gem

Theatre

Art Lab: Free Creative Make and Play All Summer at Rosehill

The People's Gallery + Art Lab | Take PartThis summer, we’re transforming our top floor into Art Lab: a playful creative space for experimenting, making, and having fun.

Wed 22 Jul11:00Rosehill Theatre(4.7mi)

via Rosehill TheatreLocal gem

Theatre

Summer of Play Trail

We will be setting up games and sporting equipment on the grassy seaside fields on the Whitehaven Coast for all to enjoy. If you've never picked up a badminton racket or played a game of volleyball, we will be on hand to help you and your little ones get going. With the wildflower meadows putting on a show against the blue seascape, this is the perfect backdrop for a fun-filled day with the whole family. Set up a blanket on the grass to relax between games and see how many butterflies you can spot in the tall grass. We look forward to seeing you there!

Wed 22 Jul13:00Whitehaven Coast(3.6mi)

via Whitehaven Coast

Community

SumArt To Do - Summer Bunting

School’s out for summer, so why not get creative and make your very own bunting to brighten up your home, garden, bedroom, or favourite space?

Wed 22 Jul14:00Rosehill Theatre(4.7mi)

via Rosehill TheatreLocal gem

Community

Around £4

Playdays Drop In Session

Loads of fun across the site for children ages 3 - 10 years old for only £4 per child.

Thu 23 JulFlorence Arts Centre(2mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Community

Around £4

Playdays Drop In Session - £4

Playdays Drop In Session - £4 at Florence Arts Centre. That's all we've got, but sometimes a good title is all you need. Intrigued? Us too.

Thu 23 JulFlorence Arts Centre(2mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Community

Still Life Painting

The People's Gallery + Art Lab | Take PartJoin fellow local artists for a relaxed and creative still life session in the Rosehill bar.

Thu 23 Jul18:30Rosehill Theatre(4.7mi)

via Rosehill TheatreLocal gem

Likely freeArts & Culture

You’re invited: The People’s Gallery launch

You’re invited: The People’s Gallery launch The People's Gallery + Art Lab | Exhibitions

Fri 24 Jul18:30Rosehill Theatre(4.7mi)

via Rosehill TheatreLocal gem

History & Heritage

Around £6

Mining Heritage Tour - £6

Find out about the last working deep iron ore site in Western Europe and one of the last visible remains of the once huge iron industry in West Cumbria.

Sat 25 JulFlorence Arts Centre(2mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Community

Jam in the Kitchen - Free

An informal, intimate, and often impromptu gathering of musicians playing music together for the pure joy of it Join us at Florence Arts Centre for an afternoon of relaxed, creative collaboration—whether you’re bringing an instrument, your voice, or just coming along to listen and soak up the vibe. 2pm – 5pm Expect a welcoming, low-pressure space where ideas flow, styles blend, and anything can happen. No setlist, no expectations—just good music and good company. All abilities welcome. Come jam, connect, and make some noise. Our centre is wheelchair accessible with parking on site, ramped access to the studio door and level throughout. We have an Access toilet.

Sun 26 JulFlorence Arts Centre(2mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Community

Jam in the Kitchen - Free

Sun 26 Jul15:00Florence Arts Centre(2mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Theatre

Summer of Play Trail

Tue 28 Jul13:00Whitehaven Coast(3.6mi)

via Whitehaven Coast

Community

Art Social

Our Art Social is a relaxed session where artists and creative practitioners of all kinds can come along, chat, collaborate, support each other with critiques, and build a like-minded community.

Tue 28 Jul19:00Rosehill Theatre(4.7mi)

via Rosehill TheatreLocal gem

Community

Around £8

Bags of Creativity - £8

Carve and stamp your own amazing designs with the help of artist Steph Sykes then print them on paper and a tote bag to take away. Use of sharp tools means parents must assist if children are under 13.

Wed 29 JulFlorence Arts Centre(2mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Theatre

Summer of Play Trail

Wed 29 Jul13:00Whitehaven Coast(3.6mi)

via Whitehaven Coast

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Venues with events near Bankend

A few local places from the listings above, all within three miles.

Florence Arts Centre2.0 miles away

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Cumbria, England

Bankend is in Cumbria, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Bankend events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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