What's on in Rydal

Cumbria, England

Quiz nights where the debate over question 7 lasts longer than the quiz itself. Coffee mornings that turn into proper natter sessions. Craft fairs where you'll actually find something worth buying instead of the usual tat. That's Rydal, and we've got it all listed — from book clubs to bingo, farmers' markets to film screenings. The sort of events where you'll probably bump into someone you know, which is either brilliant or your worst nightmare depending on whether you've been dodging Dave from the parish council.

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'Go to the poets, they will speak to thee': Daljit Nagra

Right then — 'Go to the poets, they will speak to thee': Daljit Nagra at Dove Cottage. We've nabbed the essentials, they've kept the juicy bits for their own site.

Wed 15 AprDove Cottage(1.5mi)

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Dove Cottage Young Poets

Dove Cottage is being delightfully mysterious about Dove Cottage Young Poets. Consider our curiosity piqued. Yours too, hopefully.

Fri 17 AprDove Cottage(1.5mi)

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Earth Day Creative Writing Workshop

Earth Day Creative Writing Workshop is happening at Dove Cottage. We've got the when and where — their site has the why and the how much.

Sat 18 AprDove Cottage(1.5mi)

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Earth Day Poetry Reading

One for the diary — Earth Day Poetry Reading at Dove Cottage. The organiser's keeping schtum on the details, but that's half the fun.

Sat 18 AprDove Cottage(1.5mi)

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Met Opera 2025-26: Eugene Onegin

Zeffirellis is hosting and we're advertising. Met Opera 2025-26: Eugene Onegin — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Tue 5 May18:00Zeffirellis(1.3mi)

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The Buttermere Swimble

The Buttermere Swimble Wild Swim offers an easygoing day out in Buttermere, swimming, and hiking along the way. As usual, our excellent Swim the Lakes swim guides will be there providing safety cover, local knowledge, and plenty of hot chocolate. Book your place now The post The Buttermere Swimble appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Thu 7 May07:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Ease into Easedale Adventure Swim Day

The Ease into Easedale Wild Swim sums up outdoor swimming in the Lake District fells, dramatic scenery and clear tarn swimming; with its mini classic walk and well-situated pools, it's the perfect introduction to adventure swimming. This is one of our most popular wild swims and brings out the big kid in most of [...] The post Ease into Easedale Adventure Swim Day appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Sat 9 May08:00Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Rydal Islands and Caves Swim

The Rydal Islands and Caves Swim allows the wild swimmer in you to fully appreciate what the Lake District has to offer. It is a perfect place to swim, being relatively sheltered and blessed with small islands. Our swim around the islands gives us plenty of opportunities to stop for a while and admire [...] The post Rydal Islands and Caves Swim appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Wed 13 May07:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Finsthwaite Wild Swim

Our Finsthwaite Wild Swim is an easy paced swim walk taking us from the village of Finsthwaite, through some lovely woodland to our secluded swimming spot. Swim the Lakes regulars will enjoy the change of scene here, it really is a little local spot and we know you’ll enjoy swimming here Swimming here is [...] The post Finsthwaite Wild Swim appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Thu 14 May07:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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The Ullswater Swimming Adventure

If hiking and swimming in stunning locations is your thing, then you will love our Ullswater Swimming Adventure! This is a relaxed but adventurous swim hike which provides a great morning out for outdoor swimmers. Ullswater is one of the Lake District’s most beautiful big lakes and the shoreline an small islands make for [...] The post The Ullswater Swimming Adventure appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Wed 20 May08:00Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Buttermere Swim Hike

The Swim the Lakes, Buttermere Swim Hike takes an exciting approach to wild swimming by combining one of our favourite swims, with one of our favourite walks. The Buttermere Swim Hike is a really interesting adventure swim that we know will appeal to Swim the Lakes regulars as well as confident outdoor swimmers. [...] The post Buttermere Swim Hike appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Thu 21 May08:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Introduction to Outdoor Swimming – Rydal

Want to get into outdoor swimming? This course is for you, we make it easy for you to get in the water and start swimming outdoors. From no-idea to no-fear in one day. A dry land and water based course based at the heart of the best wild swimming in the country... The perfect [...] The post Introduction to Outdoor Swimming – Rydal appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Sat 23 May07:45Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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St Mary's, Rydal

A very warm welcome to St Mary's, Rydal The church was built by Lady le Fleming of Rydal Hall in 1824. William Wordsworth was a churchwarden here around 10 years later. The intimate chapel with a luminous stained glass east window has been treasured ever since. Come and visit us, as well as nearby Rydal Mount and Rydal Hall, all with beautiful gardens. Walk round Rydal Water and stop for tea at Rydal Hall's teashop. We look forward to welcoming you.

Sun 24 MaySaint Mary's(0.1mi)

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Rydal Island and Caves Swim

Wed 27 May07:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Introduction to Open Water Swimming

Want to get into open water swimming? This course is for you, we make it easy for you to get in the water and start swimming outdoors. From no-idea to no-fear in one day. A dry land and water based course based at the heart of the best wild swimming in the country. The [...] The post Introduction to Open Water Swimming appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Sat 30 May07:45Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Outdoor Swimming Taster Session – Rydal

Try outdoor swimming with the experts: Swim the Lakes. Based in Ambleside right at the heart of the Lake District and in one of the best locations in Britain for wild swimming. Just bring your swimmers and a towel and we'll provide the rest. This is one of our most popular sessions and is [...] The post Outdoor Swimming Taster Session – Rydal appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Wed 3 Jun08:00Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Ullswater Wild Isle Swim

The Wild Isle Swim is a lovely wild swim out to Norfolk Island which beckons from the south west shore of Ullswater. The swim takes us straight out to the island followed by an exploration of the lovely Silver Bay. Access to the beach is good with parking right next to our get-in point. [...] The post Ullswater Wild Isle Swim appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Sat 6 Jun08:30Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Ease Into Easedale Adventure Swim

The Ease into Easedale Wild Swim sums up outdoor swimming in the Lake District fells: dramatic scenery and clear tarn swimming. With its mini classic walk and well-situated pools, it's the perfect introduction to adventure swimming. This is one of our most popular wild swims and brings out the big kid in most of [...] The post Ease Into Easedale Adventure Swim appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Wed 10 Jun08:00Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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