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 […]

Kendal Futures Action Groups bring local people together to get involved in small, practical projects about subjects they care about and which benefit Kendal. The groups are supported by Nick Taylor, the Vision Manager, and each is chaired by a local volunteer with a specialist interest in that subject area. They will focus on some […]

Aimed at beginners, this adult hand building ceramic course will teach you the basic techniques in clay, from coiling to slab building. You will establish the basics after being shown different techniques and processes. There will then be time during the course to bring your creativity to the table; developing your own ideas and make […]

Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as well as a touring installation from Liverpool Biennial 2023, ‘uMoya: The Sacred Return of Lost Things’, for Watkiss’.

Kendal Futures Action Groups bring local people together to get involved in small, practical projects about subjects they care about and which benefit Kendal. The groups are supported by Nick Taylor, the Vision Manager, and each is chaired by a local volunteer with a specialist interest in that subject area. They will focus on some […]

Let's get creative - each week we'll work on something different! Each project will bring a new opportunity to learn a new technique; such as using mod rock, clay, painting, scrap sculpture, weaving, collage, print making, the list is endless! 6 – 11 yr olds (ish) This ticket is for a block of 7 weeks, […]

Kendal Farmers' Market, nestled in the picturesque town of Kendal, serves as a vibrant hub for the community and visitors alike, showcasing the best of local produce and crafts. Held on the second and last Friday of each month, it brings together a diverse array of stalls offering everything from fresh, organic fruits and vegetables […]

Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as well as a touring installation from Liverpool Biennial 2023, ‘uMoya: The Sacred Return of Lost Things’, for Watkiss’.

Kendal’s Torchlight Carnival is one of a kind. Each year swarms of Kendalians hits the streets to watch the procession, which has traditionally involved local businesses, schools, organisations and clubs. From decorated floats to dancing troups and marching musicians, it’s always so much fun to see what our creative community has come up with each […]

Charmaine Watkiss’ largest institutional solo exhibition to date will be presented at Abbot Hall in Kendal. From 20 July, the Cumbria art gallery will be showcasing Legacy, an exhibition featuring drawings, as well as a touring installation from Liverpool Biennial 2023, ‘uMoya: The Sacred Return of Lost Things’, for Watkiss’.

Bootleggers is back! Get your tickets for our official re-opening gig. Join us for food, drinks, live music from the awesome OTT followed by a DJ. OTT are a stomping 4 piece party cover band playing the best pop and rock anthems. Doors open 5pm. Live music 9.30 - 11.30pm followed by DJ. Postponed**