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Annemarie Quinn

Friday 24th July An evening of music & food with Upfront Kitchen Ft Annemarie Quinn This event is free entry although to attend you need to book a table and have your evening booking essential (Limited spaces) Tel: to book Originally from UK, Annemarie has lived in Malawi since 2016...

Fri 24 JulUpfront Gallery(0.3mi)

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Annemarie Quinn

Friday 24th July An evening of music & food with Upfront Kitchen Ft Annemarie Quinn This event is free entry although to attend you need to book a table and have your evening meal at Upfront. Advance booking essential (Limited spaces) Tel: to book Originally from UK, Annemarie has lived in Malawi since 2016...

Fri 24 Jul20:30Upfront Gallery(0.3mi)

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Tea Service

A short informal service followed by tea and cake Run by Anna Chaplains. PLEASE NOTE DECEMBER TEA SERVICE WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY 17TH DECEMBER

Tue 28 Jul14:30St Michael's Church(1.1mi)

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Newbiggin Village Hall

4:30 pm – 7:00 pm Round Location Address: Newbiggin Village Hall Newbiggin Penrith CA11 0HT

Sat 1 AugLakes Campervans(4.5mi)

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Hansel and Gretel

Left behind in the forest, can two innocent children survive? Hansel is quite smart, but it takes his sister Gretel to save the day and bring about a happy ending. A marionette puppet show with scenery, special effects & musical score.The show takes you on a magical journey into the woods, where the children are...

Wed 5 AugUpfront Gallery(0.3mi)

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Around £10

Hansel and Gretel

Wed 5 Aug16:00Upfront Gallery(0.3mi)

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Arts & CultureFood & DrinkWorkshops & Classes

Around £30

Craft and Cocktail Evening

A relaxed evening of making, chatting, and switching off, with a beautiful craft project to take home and a cocktail to enjoy.

Sat 19 SeptThe Eden Workshop at The Appleby Hub(3.5mi)

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Arts & CultureWorkshops & Classes

Around £30

Craft & Cocktail Evening

A relaxed fibre workshop where you will needlefelt an image of your choice while enjoying a cocktail.

Sat 19 SeptThe Eden Workshop at The Appleby Hub(3.5mi)

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Coinex London

, 25 – 26 September 2026 The Ballroom, The Biltmore Hotel, London Mayfair, Grosvenor Square, London W1K 2HP

Fri 25 SeptMorton, Eden(2mi)

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Arts & Culture

Wedding Fair at Greystoke Castle

Get ready to explore all things wedding with cool vendors, tasty treats, and inspo for your big day!

Sun 11 Oct12:00Greystoke Castle(3.6mi)

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Tea Service

Tea Service Occurring Monthly. Every Fourth Tuesday at for 1 hour, 30 mins Venue Skelton Methodist Chapel Address Skelton Methodist Chapel A short informal service followed by tea and cake Run by Anna Chaplains. PLEASE NOTE DECEMBER TEA SERVICE WILL BE HELD ON TUESDAY 17TH DECEMBER Event held in a Chapel Hymns Refreshments

Thu 17 DecSt Michael's Church(1.1mi)

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BounceFest

Kendal Museum is one of the oldest museums in the UK, founded in 1796 by William… Regional artists know all too well how few spaces are available to show their work, so… A Social Enterprise play centre in Kendal to providing somewhere for younger children and… Kendal Castle is situated on a mound-like hill, known as a drumlin, to the east of the… Abbot Hall is one of Britain’s preeminent small art galleries, set in a Grade I listed… With a history dating back over a thousand years, Holy Trinity is one of the largest… Recently Viewed DJ Nights Guess who's back… and this time we're going totally 80s. Our Summer Spa-rtys are returning —… Exhibition Celebrating the beauty, behaviour, symbolism and diversity of birds through the work of 57 UK… Receive all the latest news, special offers and information from the Lake District, Cumbria Cumbria Tourism, Windermere Road, Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9PL

Wed 22 Jul11:30Visit Lake District - The official guide to the Lake District & Cumbria(7.6mi)

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Likely freeChildren & FamilyWorkshops & Classes

Glass Fusing Workshop for KIDS

The Beacon Museum, WhitehavenSituated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive science, games… Set along the beautiful coast of the Western Lake District, situated on Whitehaven's historic Harbour. Whether it be by car, bus, train and bike, there are many easy and convenient routes to get to us. Feel free to call us if you would like any help or advice when visiting. Address The Beacon Museum, West Strand, Whitehaven, CA28 7LY What3Words: ///claps.polite.give Parking Pay and display parking on site with limited spaces. There is also pay and display parking available at Quay Street Car Park (1 minute walk). By train Whitehaven's train station is 15 minutes gentle stroll around the picturesque sea harbour, around to The Beacon Museum. A stunning journey with the train line hugging close to the coastline as it travels north to Carlisle and south to Barrow-in-Furness and Grange-over-Sands. By bus Whitehaven is easily connected to by bus. Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive… Imagine leaving the heart of Whitehaven's historic port and being taken back in time to… A fine example of a Georgian church, which has been sympathetically modernised. The priory is one of the architectural jewels in Cumbria and well worth a visit.

Wed 22 Jul13:00Visit Lake District - The official guide to the Lake District & Cumbria(7.6mi)

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Cyanotype: design, print, make

Rydal Cave is a large cavern on the north side of Loughrigg Fell, above Rydal Water. This… Rydal Water is one of the smallest lakes and is very popular partly because of its… Museum, art gallery and reference library covering the history life and arts of the Lakes… Rothay Park is a popular park situated in the centre of Ambleside, it is surrounded by a… Visible from miles around that spire of St Mary’s nestles into the beautiful landscape of… If you’re visiting the Ambleside area why not pop into the Old Courthouse Gallery? We… Recently Viewed Guided Tour Our Rydal Islands and Caves Swim Walk is a perfect mix of easy-going hiking and wild swimming.… Family Event BounceFest is a high-energy inflatable play experience for children aged 0–12 years, filled with… DJ Nights Guess who's back… and this time we're going totally 80s. Our Summer Spa-rtys are returning —… Receive all the latest news, special offers and information from the Lake District, Cumbria Cumbria Tourism, Windermere Road, Staveley, Kendal, Cumbria, LA8 9PL

Thu 23 JulVisit Lake District - The official guide to the Lake District & Cumbria(7.6mi)

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Pet Encounters - Mini Beasts

Thu 23 Jul13:00Visit Lake District - The official guide to the Lake District & Cumbria(7.6mi)

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Clifton Village Hall

4:30 pm – 7:00 pm Round Location Address: Clifton Village Hall, Clifton, CA10 2EA Pre-Orders Open for this stop on the day for the day

Fri 24 JulSt. Cuthbert's, Clifton(7.5mi)

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Spa Party Nights – 80s Spa-rty At The Swan Hotel

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Around £65

Spa Party Nights – 80s Spa-rty At The Swan Hotel

About Guess who's back… and this time we're going totally 80s. Our Summer Spa-rtys are returning — bigger, bolder and with more neon than ever before. Join us on 24th July, 6–9pm for our 80s Theme Spa-rty — a night of iconic throwbacks, guilty pleasures and dancefloor anthems in our spa garden. Our resident DJ will be spinning the ultimate 80s soundtrack, so expect big choruses, big hair energy and feel-good classics from start to finish. Think glow under the spa lights, cocktails in hand, and singing your heart out between dips in the pool. Whether you're here to unwind in the bubbles or hit the "dancefloor" like it's your MTV moment, this is your time to shine. For just £65 per person, your ticket includes: 3 hours of full spa access One complimentary drink on arrival A live DJ set packed with 80s favourites Neon-lit spa garden party vibes So tease that hair (optional), gather your crew, and get ready for a spa night that's simply iconic. When booking, simply select your preferred Spa-rty date directly from the calendar. We can't wait to celebrate with you — it's going to be totally rad. Friday 24th July 2026 6 – 9pm

Fri 24 JulVisit Lake District - The official guide to the Lake District & Cumbria(7.6mi)

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Venues with events near New Rent

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

Upfront Gallery0.3 miles away St Michael's Church1.1 miles away Morton, Eden2.0 miles away

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New Rent has Upfront Gallery giving the local listings a creative hint. Galleries are useful calendar anchors, especially when a small exhibition or workshop is exactly the plan the week needed. Near Here keeps New Rent events together so nearby creative dates and local gatherings are easier to spot. Check listings for times, booking details, directions, and organiser notes before you go.

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Annemarie Quinn

Annemarie Quinn

Tea Service

Newbiggin Village Hall

Hansel and Gretel

Hansel and Gretel

Craft and Cocktail Evening

Craft & Cocktail Evening

Coinex London

Wedding Fair at Greystoke Castle

Tea Service

BounceFest

Glass Fusing Workshop for KIDS

Cyanotype: design, print, make

Pet Encounters - Mini Beasts

Clifton Village Hall

Spa Party Nights – 80s Spa-rty At The Swan Hotel

Venues with events near New Rent

More about New Rent

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Annemarie Quinn

Annemarie Quinn

Tea Service

Newbiggin Village Hall

Hansel and Gretel

Hansel and Gretel

Craft and Cocktail Evening

Craft & Cocktail Evening

Coinex London

Wedding Fair at Greystoke Castle

Tea Service

BounceFest

Glass Fusing Workshop for KIDS

Cyanotype: design, print, make

Pet Encounters - Mini Beasts

Clifton Village Hall

Spa Party Nights – 80s Spa-rty At The Swan Hotel