• Christmas Tree Festival

    Christmas Tree Festival
    Kendal Parish Church

    Come and see 30 uniquely decorated Christmas trees at the Charity Christmas Tree Festival at Kendal Parish Church. Friday 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd - 3.30pm - 5pm Saturday 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th - 10am - 4pm Sunday 4th, 11th, 18th - 12pm - 4pm Entry £1, children free

  • The Kendal Story: An Illustrated History of Kendal Town

    Discover Kendal’s story. From start to now. A new exhibition at Kendal Museum explores the town’s history from prehistoric times to the 20th century. The Kendal Story: An Illustrated History of Kendal Town takes visitors on a journey through geology, Roman Kendal, the medieval town and its growth into the modern era. See historic maps.Old […]

  • Lunchtime Talks at Kendal Museum: Otzi the Iceman, a Prehistoric Murder Mystery

    Kendal Museum

    Join us for an intriguing lunchtime presentation exploring the life and legacy of Ötzi the Iceman, Europe’s oldest known natural human mummy. Discovered in the Ötztal Alps in 1991, Ötzi’s exceptionally preserved body and belongings have transformed our understanding of Copper Age life. In this illustrated talk, historian Seren Shaw will unpack the story behind […]

    £6 – £10
  • Ruby Red Women’s Circle – The Invitation

    various

    The invitation is - To come participate in this woman’s circle. You do not need to have been before. A woman's circle is a sacred space to be, where you are invited to arrive exactly as you are and to be held in presence and connection. The circle is an invitation into an inward journey […]

    £15
  • Alpine Flower Show and Plant Fair

    This event combines a competetive exhibition of spring flowering plants and a plant fair featuring stalls selling unusual and interesting plants from eight visiting nurseries. The event is organised for the Alpine Garden Society in conjunction with the Scottish Rock Garden Club. Refreshments are available provided by the school and in aid of their funds. […]

  • Frida Kahlo: the Making of an Icon

    Frida Kahlo is a phenomenon. She is arguably the world’s favourite female artist – beloved by young and old. Exhibition on Screen’s award-winning film – first released during covid to a restricted audience – is back by popular demand with an exciting new addition from the blockbuster transatlantic exhibition from Tate Britain and MFA Houston […]

  • May Half Term Family Activities at Abbot Hall

    Abbot Hall Kendal

    Celebrate spring at Abbot Hall with creative, family-friendly activities running throughout the Easter holidays. From hands-on crafts to gallery adventures, there’s plenty to keep curious minds busy. Draw a Self-Portrait! Draw a self-portrait using the creative prompts and resources available in the Coffee bar in the Creative space. Perfect for all ages, this self-led activity […]

  • Free May Half Term Activities at Windermere Jetty Museum

    Lakeland Arts Abbot Hall, Kendal, Cumbria, United Kingdom

    Join us in the Learning Centre this May half term for free, hands-on activities designed to spark curiosity, creativity and learning through play. Make a Flying Fish What kinds of fish live in Windermere? Get creative in the Learning Centre this half-term and make your own paper flying fish using the resources provided! Available in […]