What's on in Bridge End

Cumbria, England

Bridge End sits quietly in Cumbria where the hills roll over and the air feels a bit crisper than most places. We like to think the town has enough charm to keep people happy without needing a single venue on our list. The local community halls pop up with family shows while the pubs host quiz nights that turn strangers into friends in minutes. Near Here keeps an eye on what's coming so you don't have to waste time hunting through a dozen different websites.

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Paint Your Own House with Natalie Burns - £35

Community

Around £35

Paint Your Own House with Natalie Burns - £35

Ticket price £35

Sat 6 JunFlorence Arts Centre(0.3mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Painting on Holiday- £60 - Paint kit included

Community

Around £60

Painting on Holiday- £60 - Paint kit included

So you want to paint on holiday?

Sat 6 JunFlorence Arts Centre(0.3mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

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Community

After Hours - FREE Drop in

FREE monthly social events for young adults 18+

Thu 11 JunFlorence Arts Centre(0.3mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Workshops & Classes

Around £35

Bag Printing Workshop - £35

Buy Tickets on Eventbrite Join artist Steph Sykes on 13th June for a relaxed and creative bag printing workshop where you’ll design, carve, ink, and hand-print your very own cotton tote bag to take home. Perfect for beginners, this friendly introduction to printmaking will guide you through each step of the process with expert support from Steph. Experiment with simple carving and printing techniques to create a unique design that’s completely your own. All materials are provided, including your cotton tote bag, inks, carving tools, and printing materials. You’ll also be welcomed with refreshments, including hot drinks and biscuits, to enjoy while you create. With small group sizes and a warm, friendly atmosphere, this workshop is a great opportunity to try something new, get creative, and leave with a handmade tote bag you’ll be proud to use. This session is suitable for beginners aged 12yrs+ with good mobility in their hands. Children must be accompanied by adults. Our centre is wheelchair accessible with parking on site, ramped access to the studio door and level throughout. We have a wheelchair-accessible toilet.

Sat 13 JunFlorence Arts Centre(0.3mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Community

Around £10.00

Have a Go at Pottery Throwing

Buy Tickets on Eventbrite Ever wanted to try the potter’s wheel? This relaxed one-hour introduction is the perfect chance to get hands-on and have a go at pottery throwing using our brand new wheels. Guided by an experienced tutor Cath Ball, you’ll learn the basics of centring clay and shaping simple forms, with plenty of time to experiment and enjoy the process. No previous experience is needed – just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy! Whether you’re ticking it off your bucket list or simply trying something new, this session offers a fun and creative introduction to working on the wheel. Please note an optional £10.00pp is payable on the day to fire items. Collection in 4-6 weeks. This session is suitable for beginners with good mobility in their hands. Our centre is wheelchair accessible with parking on site, ramped access to the studio door and level throughout. We have a wheelchair-accessible toilet.

Sun 14 JunFlorence Arts Centre(0.3mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Have a Go at Pottery Throwing - Extended Version

Community

Around £10.00

Have a Go at Pottery Throwing - Extended Version

Buy Tickets on Eventbrite EXTENDED VERSION - 2 HOUR SESSION! Ever wanted to try the potter’s wheel? This 2 hour introduction session is the perfect chance to get hands-on and have a go at pottery throwing using our brand new wheels. Guided by an experienced tutor Cath Ball, you’ll learn the basics of centring clay and shaping simple forms, with plenty of time to experiment and enjoy the process. No previous experience is needed – just curiosity and a willingness to get a little messy! Whether you’re ticking it off your bucket list or simply trying something new, this session offers a fun and creative introduction to working on the wheel. Please note an optional £10.00pp is payable on the day to fire items. Collection in 4-6 weeks. This session is suitable for beginners with good mobility in their hands. Our centre is wheelchair accessible with parking on site, ramped access to the studio door and level throughout. We have a wheelchair-accessible toilet.

Sun 14 JunFlorence Arts Centre(0.3mi)

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 14 JunFlorence Arts Centre(0.3mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Free! (worth double-checking)

Markets & FairsNature & Outdoors

Flo's Summer Fair

Join us for a vibrant day of creativity, community and summer celebration at the Florence Arts Centre! Flo’s Summer Fair brings together the very best of local makers, artists and producers. Expect a carefully curated mix of high-quality artisan stalls, showcasing handmade crafts, natural products and unique local goods. What’s on: Art & craft stalls from talented local makers Food & beverages, with locally sourced options Family fun & games for all ages Heritage tours of the Florence Mine Paintmaking demonstrations – discover how to create pastels using natural pigments Wildlife garden & trail to explore This is a fantastic opportunity to support local creativity, meet makers, and discover something truly special. Free entry (donations to Florence Arts Centre are warmly welcomed) Accessibility & Facilities Wheelchair accessible site Accessible toilets available Limited car parking on site Café open throughout the day Stallholders Wanted! We are currently welcoming applications from stallholders, especially those offering handmade, locally produced or nature-inspired products. General stallholders: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqDg06Ey5iIT2yVF30yfi-ZBAhx0TXz-vY50JAoSFJliBfYA/viewform?usp=header Catering stallholders: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfbCjftTGVeo0fKGgWVDvupQZHDKAu3aXlVTc4LIiM1mWRerg/viewform?usp=header

Sat 27 JunFlorence Arts Centre(0.3mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Workshops & Classes

Around £10.00

Basics of Throwing - 4 Week Course

Buy Tickets on Eventbrite Discover the magic of the potter’s wheel in our 4-week beginners throwing course . This intimate course is the perfect introduction to wheel throwing, held on our brand new pottery wheels in a relaxed and welcoming studio setting. Across four weekly 2-hour sessions , you’ll learn the essential techniques of throwing, including centring clay, shaping forms, and developing confidence on the wheel. Guided by experienced and inspiring potter Cath Ball , you’ll receive hands-on tuition and plenty of individual support as your skills grow week by week. Ideal for complete beginners, this course offers a creative, mindful escape and a chance to learn a timeless craft at a comfortable pace. Course Dates: 05/07/2026 12/07/2026 19/07/2026 25/07/2026 An optional £10.00pp is payable for firing of items at the end of the course.

Sun 5 JulFlorence Arts Centre(0.3mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Free! (worth double-checking)

Community

Making and Using Pastels - £35

Pastel Art Workshop: From Creation to Canvas

Sat 11 JulFlorence Arts Centre(0.3mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Workshops & Classes

Around £35

Gouache Workshop - £35

Introduction to gouache – creating texture and layering colours to make your own artwork ready to frame.

Sun 19 JulFlorence Arts Centre(0.3mi)

via Florence Arts CentreCurated

Religion & Spirituality

Joint Benefice Eucharist Service

Our Churches join together in worship

Sun 30 Aug11:00Haile Parish Church(1.4mi)

via Haile Parish ChurchLocal gem

Free! (worth double-checking)

Community

Monthly Coffee mornings

Coffee, Cake and Chat Meet friends and have a good chat. No charge but a charity collection box if you care to make a donation

Thu 4 Jun11:30St Mary's Church(5.6mi)

via St Mary's ChurchCurated

Community

Bat survey 2

Found this on Stanton Bridge Village Hall's radar. Bat survey 2 — sounds promising. Click through for the director's cut.

Thu 4 Jun20:00Stanton Bridge Village Hall(8.2mi)

via Stanton Bridge Village Hall

Community

Around £50

Sandy Hill Farm

Save 15% on stays before 5th June

Fri 5 JunThe Old Vicarage Irton(7.9mi)

via The Old Vicarage IrtonLocal gem

Community

Around £50

Most Popular Group Holiday Cottages

Discover some of our experts’ favourite group holiday cottages here, or keep scrolling to browse all our group holiday cottages, manors and castles. Added to favourites ! Saddleworth, Peak District Rye Top Farm 14 7 6 From £521 per night From £37.16 PPPN Added to favourites ! Holmrook, Cumbria The Old Vicarage 14 7 6 From £499 per night From £35.62 PPPN Added to favourites ! Great Hockham, Norfolk Hockham Grange 14 8 5 From £559 per night From £39.90 PPPN Save 15% on stays before 5th June Added to favourites ! Lichfield, Staffordshire Sandy Hill Farm 13 7 4 From £487 per night From £37.42 PPPN Save 10% on stays before 7th August Added to favourites ! Middleton-on-Sea, West Sussex Beach Manor 10 5 3 From £633 per night From £63.25 PPPN Added to favourites ! Bickerton, Cheshire Cheshire Manor 18 8 6 From £1,150 per night From £63.88 PPPN Added to favourites ! Tetbury, Cotswolds Katsura House 20 10 5 From £820 per night From £41.00 PPPN Added to favourites ! Eskdale, Lake District Copeland House 16 8 8 From £977 per night From £61.02 PPPN Added to favourites ! Amberley, Cotswolds Winston Manor 12 6 5 From £1,542 per night From £128.45 PPPN Added to favourites ! Market Drayton, Shropshire Kingfisher Forge 8 4 3 Contact us for prices

Fri 5 JunThe Old Vicarage Irton(7.9mi)

via The Old Vicarage IrtonLocal gem

Community

Around £50

Swn y Nant

Save 25% on stays before 5th June Added to favourites ! Pontfadog, Wrexham Swn y Nant 8 4 4 From £290 per night From £36.13 PPPN

Fri 5 JunThe Old Vicarage Irton(7.9mi)

via The Old Vicarage IrtonLocal gem

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What's on in Bridge End

Paint Your Own House with Natalie Burns - £35

Painting on Holiday- £60 - Paint kit included