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Lakes Adventure Writing Group
Lakes Adventure Writing Group
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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Clay Club (Nov/Dec) – Adult Beginners Ceramic Course
Clay Club (Nov/Dec) – Adult Beginners Ceramic Course
Unleash your inner potter! This beginner-friendly adult hand building ceramic course is perfect for anyone curious about working with clay. We'll delve into the fundamentals, from coiling and slab building to other essential techniques. You'll learn the ropes through demonstrations and hands-on practice, then have the freedom to explore your creativity and craft unique pieces. […]
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The East Pointers
The East Pointers
Doors 8pm | Tickets £19 | Malt Room Standing Fans of The East Pointers have Koady Chaisson to thank for being the kinetic force behind the JUNO-Award winning indie-folk trio since the group formed in 2014. The dancefloor-shaking, electro-trad glorious combination of folk/pop has brought so much joy to audiences around the world. And now, […]
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Sketch and Stroll: guided drawing tour
Sketch and Stroll: guided drawing tour
Feed your creativity with our inspiring guided drawing tour at Abbot Hall. Perfect for all skill levels—from seasoned artists to complete beginners—this art experience offers a unique way to connect with Abbot Hall's remarkable displays and exhibitions. Led by a skilled artist-guide, you’ll explore the gallery, learn observation drawing techniques, and gather inspiration from current […]
Catch Your Breath: The Secret Life Of A Sleepless Anaesthetist
Catch Your Breath: The Secret Life Of A Sleepless Anaesthetist
Starts 8pm | Tickets £17 | Malt Room Seated | Age Guidance 16+ NHS anaesthetist, comedian and author (oooooh check him) Ed Patrick injects Brewery Arts with a gut-punch hilarious show about becoming a junior doctor, the NHS, the pitfalls of modern medicine and the power of questioning it. There’s plenty of laughing gas to […]
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Cumbria Power of Now Group Meeting
Cumbria Power of Now Group Meeting
Welcome to the Cumbria Power of Now Group! Explore the spiritual bestseller ‘The Power of Now’ by Eckhart Tolle with the Cumbria Power of Now Group every 2 weeks in Kendal. Meetings include time for stillness after listening to a section of ‘The Power of Now’ audiobook, followed by informal discussion over a cup of […]
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Clay Club (Nov/Dec) – Adult Beginners Ceramic Course
Clay Club (Nov/Dec) – Adult Beginners Ceramic Course
Unleash your inner potter! This beginner-friendly adult hand building ceramic course is perfect for anyone curious about working with clay. We'll delve into the fundamentals, from coiling and slab building to other essential techniques. You'll learn the ropes through demonstrations and hands-on practice, then have the freedom to explore your creativity and craft unique pieces. […]
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Hayseed Dixie
Hayseed Dixie
Doors 8pm | Tickets £21 | Malt Room Standing Hayseed Dixie began in the Summer of 2000, when Barley Scotch (aka John Wheeler) stumbled across a wrecked car on an isolated mountain road in the hills of Deer Lick Holler, East Tennessee. While going through the car (as one does in such a situation), Brother […]
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Live Nation Presents… Matt Bragg Has Nothing Wrong With Him
Live Nation Presents… Matt Bragg Has Nothing Wrong With Him
Doors 8pm | Tickets £17.50 | Malt Room Seated | 16+ Recently described by Chortle as a mix between Jack Dee and Frank Skinner wrapped in a Mod’s fashion sense, Matt is taking his debut show on tour. A selection of his best bits from 7 years on the comedy circuit which, have taken him […]
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Spiers and Boden
Spiers and Boden
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £23 | Malt Room Seated Described by The Guardian as ‘the finest instrumental duo on the traditional scene’, Spiers & Boden first rocketed onto the music scene in 2001, quickly winning a clutch of BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and going on to form and front the extraordinarily successful folk big […]
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Clay Club (Nov/Dec) – Adult Beginners Ceramic Course
Clay Club (Nov/Dec) – Adult Beginners Ceramic Course
Unleash your inner potter! This beginner-friendly adult hand building ceramic course is perfect for anyone curious about working with clay. We'll delve into the fundamentals, from coiling and slab building to other essential techniques. You'll learn the ropes through demonstrations and hands-on practice, then have the freedom to explore your creativity and craft unique pieces. […]
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In Bloom Women’s Networking
In Bloom Women’s Networking
In Bloom Kendal 12th February 10am - 11.30am at The Bakery at No4 It all starts with a conversation. Join us for real conversations on topics that matter to us. A collaborative space to chat and meet new people. In Bloom Kendal held at The Bakery at No4. This month we will be chatting about […]
Kendal Mountain Tour 2025: A Night Of Adventure Films + Guest Speaker
Kendal Mountain Tour 2025: A Night Of Adventure Films + Guest Speaker
Starts 7pm | Tickets £17.50 | Conc. £13.50 | Guest Speaker tbc | Age Recommended 12+ | Theatre Prepare for an unforgettable night of adventure as the Kendal Mountain Tour 2025 comes to life! Join us on a journey through the world’s most breathtaking landscapes with a selection of award winning films showcasing the year’s […]
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McGoldrick, McCusker & Doyle
McGoldrick, McCusker & Doyle
Doors 7.30pm | Tickets £23 | Theatre Folk music’s legendary triumvirate of musical magpies Mike McGoldrick, John McCusker and John Doyle are on tour again, bringing you their own blend of top-class folk songs, tunes and charming bonhomie. All three musicians have won global acclaim: John Doyle (Dublin – vocals, guitar, bouzouki, mandola) is an […]
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Book Binding for Kids
Book Binding for Kids
Join RagTag arts and Crafts for our hands-on bookbinding workshop where your child can craft their very own book! The children will use recycled materials such as papers, card and fabric from our wonderful scrapstore to create unique sketchbooks, photo albums, storybooks, and more! This workshop is aimed at children aged 7-13 years and is […]
Luke Wright: Joy!
Luke Wright: Joy!
Starts 8pm | Tickets £16 | Malt Room Cabaret Following the smash hit success of his Silver Jubilee show (“the best thing he’s done and that’s saying something.” ★★★★★ Telegraph) Luke Wright returns with a new set poems that get to grips with the idea of JOY. Is it possible, as a 42 year old […]
Will Barnes Quartet
Will Barnes Quartet
Doors 7:30pm | Theatre | £17 Join the Will Barnes Quartet for the second leg of their ‘Source of the Severn’ tour this Autumn and Winter, presenting songs from their acclaimed album, which is an exploration of the rugged landscape of Mid Wales and the Marches. They will be joined by skilled landscape artist Erin […]
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Buddhist Group of Kendal (Theravada) BGKT
Buddhist Group of Kendal (Theravada) BGKT
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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Cumbria Power of Now Group Meeting
Cumbria Power of Now Group Meeting
Welcome to the Cumbria Power of Now Group! Explore the spiritual bestseller ‘The Power of Now’ by Eckhart Tolle with the Cumbria Power of Now Group every 2 weeks in Kendal. Meetings include time for stillness after listening to a section of ‘The Power of Now’ audiobook, followed by informal discussion over tea/coffee and biscuits. […]
Cumbria Power of Now Group Meeting
Cumbria Power of Now Group Meeting
Welcome to the Cumbria Power of Now Group! Explore the spiritual bestseller ‘The Power of Now’ by Eckhart Tolle with the Cumbria Power of Now Group every 2 weeks in Kendal. Meetings include time for stillness after listening to a section of ‘The Power of Now’ audiobook, followed by informal discussion over tea/coffee and biscuits. […]
1 event,
Clay Club (Nov/Dec) – Adult Beginners Ceramic Course
Clay Club (Nov/Dec) – Adult Beginners Ceramic Course
Unleash your inner potter! This beginner-friendly adult hand building ceramic course is perfect for anyone curious about working with clay. We'll delve into the fundamentals, from coiling and slab building to other essential techniques. You'll learn the ropes through demonstrations and hands-on practice, then have the freedom to explore your creativity and craft unique pieces. […]
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1 event,
Future Fixers Good Business Drop-Ins
Future Fixers Good Business Drop-Ins
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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Kendal Classics: The Hallé: An evening of Vaughan Williams
Kendal Classics: The Hallé: An evening of Vaughan Williams
The Hallé Conductor: Andrew Manze Violin: Roberto Ruisi Ralph Vaughan Williams: The Wasps Overture Ralph Vaughan Williams: Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis Ralph Vaughan Williams: The Lark Ascending Ralph Vaughan Williams: Symphony No. 5 Westmorland Hall, Kendal Leisure Centre.
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1 event,
Lakes Adventure Writing Group
Lakes Adventure Writing Group
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 […]
1 event,
Clay Club (Nov/Dec) – Adult Beginners Ceramic Course
Clay Club (Nov/Dec) – Adult Beginners Ceramic Course
Unleash your inner potter! This beginner-friendly adult hand building ceramic course is perfect for anyone curious about working with clay. We'll delve into the fundamentals, from coiling and slab building to other essential techniques. You'll learn the ropes through demonstrations and hands-on practice, then have the freedom to explore your creativity and craft unique pieces. […]
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Ceramic Clocks Workshop for adults
Ceramic Clocks Workshop for adults
Our fun-packed workshop gives you the chance to create your very own masterpiece! You’ll design and sculpt your clock from scratch, then decorate it with colourful slip. Once you’re done, we’ll fire your creation twice – giving it a smooth, glossy finish that will make your design stand out! We'll fit the clock mechanism after […]
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Smoove And Turrell
Smoove And Turrell
Doors 8pm | Tickets £21 | Malt Room Standing Smoove & Turrell formed in the post-millennium North East of England, bringing together a group of working-class musicians united by a love for soul. After meeting keyboardist Mike Porter, Smoove discovered singer John Turrell practising with a local band. The trio quickly bonded, leading to the […]
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