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Starlight Night Swim

Starlight Night Swim – Wild swimming is great fun in its own right, but add a little bit of night time to the mix and it becomes downright exciting! Join us for swimming, fun, fire and hot choccy. One of our most popular swim trips! Book your place now [...] The post Starlight Night Swim appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Fri 11 Sept19:00Swim 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 and small islands make for [...] The post The Ullswater Swimming Adventure appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Sat 12 Sept09:00Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Wasdale Wild Swimming Adventure

Wasdale immediately captivates adventurers as one of the Lake District’s most treasured locations. It blends rich local heritage with a pivotal role in British mountaineering history. As soon as you arrive, mountain enthusiasts feel at home, surrounded by dramatic landscapes and endless opportunities for exploration. The valley sparkles with tarns and secretive dubs, while [...] The post Wasdale Wild Swimming Adventure appeared first on Swim the Lakes.

Wed 16 Sept17:00Swim the Lakes(1.3mi)

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Make your own Shave Horse with Woodmatters

The shave horse is a wonderfully versatile piece of equipment for working in greenwood, it is used to grip the length of wood you are working on and hold it steady, to enable you to shape the wood, using a draw knife or spoke shave.

Wed 7 Oct18:30Windermere and Footprint(4.9mi)

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Cinema

RBO Cinema Season 2026-27: Macbeth

RBO Cinema Season 2026-27: Macbeth Rated TBC Opera 210 mins 2D Digital Showing:

Tue 20 Oct19:00Zeffirellis(1.3mi)

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Spoon Carving with Woodmatters

Using traditional greenwood techniques to carve your own spoon, learn about the form and function of a good spoon and how to make the most of the wood for strength and beauty.

Sat 7 Nov01:00Windermere and Footprint(4.9mi)

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Live Music

André Rieu's 2026 Christmas Concert: Let it snow

André Rieu's 2026 Christmas Concert: Let it snow Rated Music 165 mins 2D Digital Showing:

Sat 5 Dec14:00Zeffirellis(1.3mi)

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RBO Cinema Season 2026-27: La Fanciulla Del West

RBO Cinema Season 2026-27: La Fanciulla Del West Rated TBC Opera 195 mins 2D Digital Showing:

Tue 26 Jan18:00Zeffirellis(1.3mi)

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Between the Pages

back to Upcoming events at Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop Skip to content Between the Pages Discover what we've found between the pages of donated books... Free event (admission applies) Between the pages is a small display of items we've found in the books that have been donated to Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop, along with some books with interesting inscriptions. There's a story in each second-hand book, what will your favourite be? Please note that dogs are not permitted upstairs in the bookshop, but we welcome them downstairs so if you're bringing your canine companion we advise taking turns with your party if everyone wants to go upstairs.

Wed 22 Jul11:30Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop(5.1mi)

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My Dear Beatrix

back to Upcoming events at Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop Skip to content My Dear Beatrix... Last year, we asked you to send letters to Beatrix Potter. This year we're displaying them at Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop. It may be a dying art, but writing letters is how Beatrix Potter’s ‘little books’ began. In a handwritten letter to Noel Moore, the first son of her last governess, Beatrix wrote, ‘My dear Noel, I don’t know what to write to you, so I shall tell you a story about four little rabbits whose names were - Flopsy, Mopsy, Cottontail and Peter.’ In 2025, to celebrate 120 years since Beatrix Potter purchased Hill Top with the money she made from her ‘little books’, we collected letters to Beatrix Potter from anyone who loves her, her work, or the Lake District that she protected and used as inspiration. Her fans across the world started their letter with ‘My Dear Beatrix…’ and posted it to Hill Top. Now we display them for everyone to see, ready to inspire discussions on the incredible woman behind the beloved tales and the Lake District she helped protect. Why not come and add your letter to the display? There will be letter writing supplies available and tables to sit at.

Wed 22 Jul11:30Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop(5.1mi)

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Between the Pages

Thu 23 Jul11:30Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop(5.1mi)

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My Dear Beatrix

Thu 23 Jul11:30Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop(5.1mi)

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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 Jul13:00Windermere Jetty Cafe(5.8mi)

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Live Music

Marc Atkinson

Join us at Quayside. Marc Atkinson - Friday, 24th July 2026 - 8.30pm. Enjoy a drink, great food and the wonderful Lake View and Lakeside Seating while listening to this brilliant acoustic singer-songwriter play all your favourite songs!

Fri 24 JulWheelhouse Nightclub(6.3mi)

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Akhtar

Lanehead Coniston is hosting and we're spreading the word. Akhtar — no spoilers, but their site has the full programme.

Fri 24 JulLanehead Coniston(6.4mi)

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Food & Drink

Coniston Community Food Club

Holy Trinity, Colton

Fri 24 Jul11:00Schoolroom(9mi)

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VIP Afternoon Tea with Peter Rabbit

The perfect Peter Rabbit afternoon! After nibbling on scrumptious Afternoon Tea of sandwiches, cakes & treats, you can relax in the theatre for a spectacular show full of magic and mischief before hopping in to the Attraction to finish your adventure.

Sat 25 JulThe World of Beatrix Potter Attraction(6.2mi)

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Cumbria, England

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