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Cross Lane Projects is delighted to announce Formula + Fetish a new solo exhibition by Mark Woods, opening Saturday 10 May 2025. For over three decades, Mark Woods (born 1961 in Surrey, UK) has produced elaborate artefacts that blur the boundaries between jewellery, fine art, fetish objects and items from cabinets of curiosities. Unnerving and […] 
Drop in this half term for self-led workshops in our cozy café and exciting Play Space—perfect for all ages! Here's what's in store... 🎨 Craft Creation at our Scrap Station 🎨 We’ve got loads of ideas to get you started—try crafting a beautiful Mask Making, Wreaths, picture frames, Junk Modelling, let your imagination run wild […] 
Looking for fun, engaging, creative things to do with the kids this May half term in Kendal? Head to Abbot Hall for hands-on art activities inspired by our current exhibitions and displays. ️ Paper Hands & Flower Bouquets Trace your hand, cut it out, and create your own blooming paper bouquet! DIY Paper Bugs Make […] 
Looking for things to do with the kids this May half term in the Lake District? Windermere Jetty Museum is the place to be for a week of creativity, nature, and lakeside adventures. 🌸 Outdoor explore backpacks Pick up an Explorer Backpack and follow our outdoor and indoor trails – spot wildflowers, listen for birds, […] Hosted on the last Monday of every month, the group aims to bring together adventure and nature writers, potential writers, and publishers in a supportive and collaborative group. This session will include author of Swimming Wild in the Lake District, Suzanna Cruickshank. and the usual safe space peer support, for group members to share their […] |
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30 May | Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £34.50 | Theatre In 2025, Penguin Cafe will bring the music of the legendary Penguin Cafe Orchestra back to life. The UK dates will feature a collection of PCO classics, celebrating the unique sound that has captivated audiences worldwide. The group is distinct from the original Penguin Cafe […] |
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The Country Fest is a unique celebration of countryside life, brimming with Cumbrian character and now in its 16th year. This eagerly awaited event will be held at the Westmorland County Showground, Crooklands on Saturday 31st May and Sunday 1st June 2025 This year’s lineup is as exciting as ever, featuring attractions such as Shetland […] 
9.30am - 10.30am Saturdays Yoga class for age 16+ - all abilities welcome! Every Saturday throughout Summer we are hosting Yoga in the Park at Abbot Hall Bowling Club. Classes are suitable for all abilities, whether you’re a seasoned Yogi or a complete beginner. ⌚️ 9.30am – 10.30am 🗓 May – August 📍Abbot Hall Bowling […] |
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Bring your little ones along for Crawl in the Hall – our playful early years sessions designed to spark creativity, curiosity and connection through stories, songs, crafts and sensory play. Each week we’ll explore a new artistic theme inspired by Abbot Hall’s collection — from dots and lines, to shape, colour, texture, space, and form. […]
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We are working in collaboration with Kendal Pride and we need you to help us create magnificent site decor for the Pride Village which this year is at the wonderful Abbot Hall gardens. We are running a series of 3 volunteer evenings taking place over May and June leading up to Kendal Pride on the […]
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5 June | Starts 7pm | Tickets £16.50 | Conc. £14.50 | Brewery Arts Members 2 for 1* | Malt Room Cabaret Seating | Age guidance 18+ There’s a brand-new Jazz Club in town! Enjoy sumptuous velvety tunes performed live by the UK’s finest emerging artists. Our handpicked line-up guarantees an unforgettable night of music […] |
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9.30am - 10.30am Saturdays Yoga class for age 16+ - all abilities welcome! Every Saturday throughout Summer we are hosting Yoga in the Park at Abbot Hall Bowling Club. Classes are suitable for all abilities, whether you’re a seasoned Yogi or a complete beginner. ⌚️ 9.30am – 10.30am 🗓 May – August 📍Abbot Hall Bowling […]
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Join us for a special Kendal Pride week painting session where you’ll paint a watercolour portrait of someone you’re proud of! (it could even be even your fabulous self!) We’ll start with some messy painting games to get your creative vibes flowing. Then create a beautiful, bold portraits and design your own dazzling frame to […] |
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We are working in collaboration with Kendal Pride and we need you to help us create magnificent site decor for the Pride Village which this year is at the wonderful Abbot Hall gardens. We are running a series of 3 volunteer sessions taking place over May and June leading up to Kendal Pride which is […] |
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Join us for the much-loved annual Kendal Christmas Light Switch-On, kicking off the festive season in style across Market Place and Finkle Street. While you wait for the moment of magic: Stalls & Treats, Family Fun and Live Entertainment |
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12 June | Starts 8pm | Tickets £17.50 | Theatre | Strictly 18+ Kendal Pride presents… Award-winning drag king and London’s loveable nature boy, Bi-Curious George, invites you into a raucous celebration of queerness and the animal kingdom. Repeat sell-out performances at Edinburgh Fringe 2024, previously performed at Southbank Centre, Soho Theatre and Kew Gardens, […] |
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Pride done differently. Now in it's 3rd year, don't miss this fabulous weekend taking place at various venues across Kendal. 
Make this Father’s Day unforgettable with a special afternoon tea at Blackwell – the Arts & Crafts house. Featuring spectacular views of Windermere, this architecturally stunning historic house offers an exceptional setting to celebrate the special people in your life. Relax and soak in the exquisite surroundings as you savour a delightful afternoon tea. Our […] |
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9.30am - 10.30am Saturdays Yoga class for age 16+ - all abilities welcome! Every Saturday throughout Summer we are hosting Yoga in the Park at Abbot Hall Bowling Club. Classes are suitable for all abilities, whether you’re a seasoned Yogi or a complete beginner. ⌚️ 9.30am – 10.30am 🗓 May – August 📍Abbot Hall Bowling […]
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Join us for our Wacky Races Wooden Car Decorating Workshop—a crafty, hands-on experience where you (and your dad) can unleash your inner designer and have loads of fun! The workshop give you chance to design and build a wacky unique car using our wooden car bases. We’ll have heaps of exciting scrap and crafty materials […]
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14 June | Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £22.50 | Malt Room Standing | Support from Bad Transmission Celebrate the 45th anniversary of the Specials’ classic #1 single ‘Too Much Too Young’. The Specials Ltd are a nine-piece band full of energy, excitement, and accuracy. They are the world’s most authentic and original tribute to 2-Tone […] |
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BGKT founded 1991. All welcome. Free. https://www.buddhistgroupofkendal.co.uk/ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Buddhist-Group-of-Kendal-Theravada/348652228579651 Monthly 3rd Sunday Open Meeting (except December) https://www.buddhistgroupofkendal.co.uk/bgkt-open-meeting/ BGKT holds an open meeting on the 3rd Sunday of the month (except November and December), from 2.00 – 4.30pm. All welcome. Free. Castle Street Community Centre, Castle Street, Kendal, LA9 7AD. Detached Room - entrance on the side […] |
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Every third Thursday of the month, Future Fixers will be offering free business advice. They offer business health checks, coaching training & wellbeing, guidance on charity, community and social enterprises, Finance & Accounts, Graphic Design, Marketing and Environment & Carbon Management. Take a positive step for you life & business, show up and have a […] |
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21st June Soak up the summer sounds at the Kendal Folk, Jazz & Blues Festival — a one-day celebration of live music set across Kendal Marketplace, Finkle Street, Wainwright’s Yard, and Abbot Hall Park. From toe-tapping folk to soulful jazz and feel-good blues, it’s a relaxed and lively day out for all ages — and […] 
We’re a wool festival dedicated to the best of fibre and yarn, every June. Whether you’re into spinning, felting, weaving, knitting, or crochet, there’s something for you. This year we have over 80 exhibitors, including demonstrations and animals. We're also running a selection of workshops to learn new skills or improve existing ones. Join us […] 
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Kendal Jazz, Folk and Blues Festival brought to you by Kendal BID is coming to Kendal on the 21st June 2025. New for this year, combining Folk and Blues music […]
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Are you a budding adventurer who’s always wanted to try a Role Playing Game (RPG) but didn’t know where to start? Are you an established gamer wanting to try a new system? Whatever your RPG experience, we welcome you to Kendal RPG Day, a day of role playing held in the Lake District town of […]
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Step into Summer at the Kendal Rotary Mid-Summer Garden Fete Join us for a joyful day of music, movement, and community at the Kendal Rotary Mid-Summer Garden Fete — a celebration of creativity, rhythm, and good old-fashioned fun. Kicking off at 10:30am, the day is packed with live performances, family-friendly activities, and opportunities to get […] |
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Hosted on the last Monday of every month, the group aims to bring together adventure and nature writers, potential writers, and publishers in a supportive and collaborative group. This session will include author of Swimming Wild in the Lake District, Suzanna Cruickshank. and the usual safe space peer support, for group members to share their […] |
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25 June | Doors 7pm | Tickets £28.50 | Extended Theatre Seated | Support from Lucy Grubb Americana folk-rock group The Wandering Hearts hit the road to play new acoustic arrangements of their most loved songs mixed in with new originals, their own versions of their personal favourite songs, and offer a sneak peek at […] |
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Get ready for some BIG BOLD MESSY ART on 26th June! We’re running two fun-packed messy paint and play sessions - with giant sheets of paper, splashing loads of paint, and using all sorts of fun tools to create the most epic, messy masterpieces ever! hands, feet, brushes, anything goes! The two session times are: […]
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26 June | Starts 8pm | Tickets £22.50 | Theatre The nation’s favourite sitcom returns! The boys are delighted to head to Brewery Arts with three new episodes. Two actors, two microphones, over twenty-five characters – and lots of sound effects! Dad’s Army Radio Show bring’s Perry and Croft’s classic BBC comedy to life in […] |
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9.30am - 10.30am Saturdays Yoga class for age 16+ - all abilities welcome! Every Saturday throughout Summer we are hosting Yoga in the Park at Abbot Hall Bowling Club. Classes are suitable for all abilities, whether you’re a seasoned Yogi or a complete beginner. ⌚️ 9.30am – 10.30am 🗓 May – August 📍Abbot Hall Bowling […]
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Hannah Rarity is a celebrated Scottish folk singer. Her albums ‘Neath the Gloaming Star’ and ‘To Have You Near’, have earned critical acclaim and award nominations. Renowned for her ethereal voice, she effortlessly blends traditional, contemporary, and original music. This has seen her perform internationally; including with the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra and at Celtic […] |
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Join us for a special screening of Show Up and Start: The Art and Life of Dorothy Ramsay, a moving 47-minute documentary directed by Neil Emery. The film celebrates the life, work, and determination of Lake District-based artist Dorothy Ramsay — and is sure to leave you feeling inspired. This award-winning documentary explores Ramsay’s journey […] |
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Gather your family and friends, grab a map, and get ready for an unforgettable Cumbrian Adventure! The Kendal Summer Trail returns a chance to solve fun activities and pick up trail treats from our local shops and eateries. Created by Felltarn and Sponsored by Kendal BID.
9.30am - 10.30am Saturdays Yoga class for age 16+ - all abilities welcome! Every Saturday throughout Summer we are hosting Yoga in the Park at Abbot Hall Bowling Club. Classes are suitable for all abilities, whether you’re a seasoned Yogi or a complete beginner. ⌚️ 9.30am – 10.30am 🗓 May – August 📍Abbot Hall Bowling […] |
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