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What's on in Helsington Laithes

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History & Heritage

Around £25

Arts & Crafts Houses Tour

Event Details Explore two of Britain’s rare Arts & Crafts architectural treasures in one afternoon. Join us for a guided tour exploring the philosophy, beauty, and legacy of the Arts Event Details Explore two of Britain’s rare Arts & Crafts architectural treasures in one afternoon. Join us for a guided tour exploring the philosophy, beauty, and legacy of the Arts & Crafts Movement through two of the Lake District’s finest houses: Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house , designed by M.H. Baillie Scott, and Broad Leys , a private lakeside residence designed by renowned architect C.F.A. Voysey. Led by our knowledgeable guide, this tour invites you to explore the craftsmanship, stories, and design details that define these iconic early 20th-century buildings—each one unique, rooted in nature and radical for their time. You’ll begin at Broad Leys and end your afternoon at Blackwell, where your visit will conclude with a traditional cream tea in our Tea Room or out on the terrace, overlooking Windermere. Why Join the Tour? Exclusive access to Broad Leys which is not usually open to the public Explore iconic architecture by two Arts & Crafts design pioneers Stunning views of Windermere Learn how craft, simplicity and harmony with nature shaped both buildings End your day with cream tea in one of Britain’s best-preserved Arts & Crafts houses Tour schedule: 1pm: Tour starts at Broad Leys 2pm: Tour begins at Blackwell 3pm: Cream tea served at Blackwell Please note: Visitors will make...

Thu 23 Jul13:00Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry(1.2mi)

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Community

Around £3

Friendship Group

2pm on alternate Thursdays (except main holiday periods). Speakers on a wide variety of subjects, followed by refreshments. Regular members annual £3 subscription plus £1 per meeting. Visitors £1 per visit.

Thu 23 Jul15:00Sandylands Methodist Church(1.9mi)

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Community

Around £3

Friendship Group

Thu 23 Jul15:00The Encouragement Cabin(1.9mi)

via The Encouragement CabinCurated

Community

Ash Turton Retrospective

Ash Turton Retrospective at Space2Create Studio. We've done the legwork finding it — they've done the legwork organising it. Fair deal.

Sat 25 JulSpace2Create Studio(1.3mi)

via Space2Create StudioLocal gem

Children & FamilyFestivals & Events

Kendal Family Festival

A fun-filled day for all ages with live entertainment, children’s activities, food stalls, workshops and community performances.

Sat 25 JulWainwright's Yard(1.4mi)

via Wainwright's Yard

Community

Totters

For parents, grandparents, and carers with children up to the age of 5. Lots of toys, crafts, songs, fun and company.

Mon 27 Jul10:30Sandylands Methodist Church(1.9mi)

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Community

Totters

For parents, grandparents, and carers with children up to the age of 5. Lots of toys, crafts, songs, fun and company.

Mon 27 Jul10:30The Encouragement Cabin(1.9mi)

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Community

Drop In

Enjoy tea and coffee at our weekly Wednesday Drop In. Everyone's welcome.

Wed 29 Jul11:00Sandylands Methodist Church(1.9mi)

via Sandylands Methodist ChurchCurated

Community

Drop In

Enjoy tea and coffee at our weekly Wednesday Drop In. Everyone's welcome.

Wed 29 Jul11:00The Encouragement Cabin(1.9mi)

via The Encouragement CabinCurated

Festivals & Events

Allerdale Celebration Afternoon

CADAS are delighted to invite you to join us in celebrating 3 years of making a difference in the community thanks to the generous funding from Allerdale GDF.

Fri 31 Jul14:00CADAS Kendal(1.7mi)

via CADAS KendalLocal gem

Community

Around £150.00

Celebrate The Season – Summer

Celebrate Summer. Create a hand-tied bouquet and summer meadow design.

Tue 4 Aug10:00Tallulah Rose Flower School(3.5mi)

via Tallulah Rose Flower School

Community

Around £10

Drawing with Lela

Join local artist Lela Harris this summer for a weekly drawing workshop series designed especially for young artists aged 8 – 14. Taking inspiration from Harris’ work in Familial Traces,... The post Drawing with Lela appeared first on Lakeland Arts.

Wed 5 AugAbbot Hall(1.2mi)

via Abbot Hall

Likely freeFestivals & Events

Escape 2 Make: Free Arts Festival at Abbot Hall

Join us for Escape 2 Make’s FREE Arts Festival at Abbot Hall. This Arts Festival is designed to bring young people closer to their local heritage through a collection of... The post Escape 2 Make: Free Arts Festival at Abbot Hall appeared first on Lakeland Arts.

Wed 19 AugAbbot Hall(1.2mi)

via Abbot Hall

Likely freeFestivals & EventsHistory & Heritage

Escape 2 Make: Free Arts Festival at Windermere Jetty Museum

Join us for Escape 2 Make’s FREE Arts Festival at Windermere Jetty Museum. This Arts Festival is designed to bring young people closer to their local heritage through a collection... The post Escape 2 Make: Free Arts Festival at Windermere Jetty Museum appeared first on Lakeland Arts.

Thu 20 AugAbbot Hall(1.2mi)

via Abbot Hall

Children & Family

Kids Cookalong

Join us in the kitchen and let’s get cooking! This session we’ll be learning how to make ‘Shrek Pasta’ – paste with a creamy, dreamy, green sauce! These family friendly cookalongs let your little chefs take the lead and whether you’d like your child to learn valuable cooking skills, become a less fussy eater, build an awareness of food waste or understand the importance of a healthy diet, these sessions offer something for everyone. You’ll be working in small groups with your child(ren), whilst being guided through a child-friendly recipe. Then, when the cooking (and washing up) is done, we’ll set the table and eat together. Our cookalongs use surplus food collected through our food larder. All pre-registered dietary requirements are catered for and where possible we offer a variation of ingredients. Suitable for children ages 6-16 with a responsible adult. Our Kids Cookalongs are delivered in partnership with Kendal Dental Care.

Fri 21 AugThe Eddington Kendal(1.2mi)

via The Eddington Kendal

Children & Family

Kids Cookalong

Join us in the kitchen and let\'s get cooking! This session we\'ll be learning how to make \'Shrek Pasta\' - paste with a creamy, dreamy, green sauce! These family friendly cookalongs let your little chefs take the lead and whether you\'d like your child to learn valuable cooking skills, become a less fussy eater, build […]\n

Fri 21 Aug10:30The Eddington Kendal(1.2mi)

via The Eddington Kendal

Community

The Paper Quilt Project: Quilt In

This Quilt In is the final piece to The Paper Quilt Project! Come stop by to see the final pieces of the quilts be sewn together. At 2:30pm, celebrate the end... The post The Paper Quilt Project: Quilt In appeared first on Lakeland Arts.

Sat 22 AugAbbot Hall(1.2mi)

via Abbot Hall

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Venues with events near Helsington Laithes

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

Abbot Hall1.2 miles away Sandylands Methodist Church1.9 miles away The Encouragement Cabin1.9 miles away

More about Helsington Laithes

Cumbria, England

Helsington Laithes sits in Cumbria where the air is crisp enough to freeze a joke but warm enough for a gig at the local venue. The village hall often hosts community gatherings that bring neighbours together without needing an invitation from anyone important. There are usually live performances on offer and plenty of reasons to pop into town for a chat over tea. We keep the list updated so you don't have to waste time hunting for what's playing this week or next.

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