When’s it on: 08/03/2013 till 08/03/2013 from 7.30pm. each day.
Type of event: Music
Where’s it being held: Brewery Arts Centre, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria Kendal
What’s happening: Over the past three decades, Robyn Hitchcock has built a large and distinctive body of work that’s established him as one of rock’s most respected iconoclasts.
When’s it on: 30/03/2013 till 30/03/2013 from 7.30pm. each day.
Type of event: Music
Where’s it being held: Brewery Arts Centre, 122A Highgate, Kendal, Cumbria Kendal
What’s happening: Standing shoulder-to-shoulder with groups such as the Sex Pistols, their raw sound energised the nations youth and produced unforgettable songs such as Ever Fallen in Love (With Someone You Shouldntve).
When’s it on: 02/05/2013 till 02/05/2013 from 4.00pm – 6.00pm. each day.
Type of event: Talk
Where’s it being held: Windermere Steamboat Museum, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria Windermere
What’s happening: Our collection includes some classic racing boats and associated memorabilia. Its a chance to delve into our archive collection and share memories of racing on the lake.
When’s it on: 14/07/2013 till 14/07/2013 from 10.00am – 4.00pm. each day.
Type of event: Miscellaneous
Where’s it being held: Heaves Hotel, Levens, Cumbria. Levens
What’s happening: At Kirkby Lonsdale Motor Club’s 13th Car’s the Star Show you will see many classic cars from the 1940′s to present day and owners Club stands. Vehicle displays will include Military and Utility Vehicles, Owners Clubs & Motor Clubs. With so many cars on display, there is always something interesting to see. With Coupes, Estates, Cabriolets, Saloons, Sports cars and Limited Editions, every motoring taste is catered for.
When’s it on: 20/02/2013 till 20/02/2013 from 10.30am-3.30pm. each day.
Type of event: Outdoor Activity
Where’s it being held: Hutton Roof Crags Nature Reserve Lancelot Clark, near Burton-in-Kendal. Meet at the Clawthorpe Roa Kendal
What’s happening: The task will involve brash burning and coppicing of trees. Please wear outdoor clothing and bring a packed lunch. Children under 16 years of age are welcome if accompanied by an adult. Contact Andrew Walter on 01539 816300 or andreww@cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk to confirm your attendance and to check event details.
When’s it on: 14/03/2013 till 14/03/2013 from 7.30pm. each day.
Type of event: Theatre
Where’s it being held: Brewery Arts Centre, 122A Highgate kendal Cumbria Kendal
What’s happening: 4000 years after the creation of the first skinboat, we humans still find ourselves enthralled by the beauty and technology of the skin-on-frame kayak.
When’s it on: 04/04/2013 till 06/04/2013 from N/A each day.
Type of event: Exhibition
Where’s it being held: Supper Room, Coronation Hall, County Square, Ulverston Ulverston
What’s happening: Art and Crafts by local Artists. Enjoy a quiet half hour browsing or maybe browse and buy. Open Thursday, Friday 9.30 – 5.00 and Saturday 9.30 – 4.30.
When’s it on: 18/05/2013 till 18/05/2013 from 2pm each day.
Type of event: Festival/Gala/Agricultural Show/Fair
Where’s it being held: Ivy Leaf Club Kent Street Kendal LA9 4AT Kendal
What’s happening: Open darts tournament £250 1st prize plus loads more prizes. £5 entry fee, entries on the day till 1pm.
When’s it on: 16/08/2013 till 18/08/2013 from 11.00am – 4.30pm everyday (Castle closed Friday & each day.
Type of event: Miscellaneous
Where’s it being held: Sizergh Castle, Sizergh, near Kendal, LA8 8DZ. Arnside
What’s happening: Bringing Sizergh’s Tudor past to life; children’s fun activities, dressing up, special talks, tours and demonstrations. You can sample Tudor food and music. On the 17th and 18th there will be a Sealed Knot re-enactment.
When’s it on: 22/06/2013 till 22/06/2013 from 12.00 – 2.00pm. each day.
Type of event: Workshop/Course/Arts & Crafts
Where’s it being held: Abbot Hall Art Gallery, Kendal Kendal
What’s happening: Theres a changeover in exhibition, so were taking a traditional feel this month and getting to grips with landscape painting, but with Graham Sutherland awaiting to be displayed, this session may take on a surreal turn.
When’s it on: 16/03/2013 till 16/03/2013 from 7.30pm. each day.
Type of event: Music
Where’s it being held: Kendal Parish Church. Kendal
What’s happening: Choral and orchestral concert featuring Britten’s Cantata Misericordium, Holst’s St Paul’s Suite and Mozart’s Mass in C minor. David Lawrence conducts the Festival Chorus and Northern Chamber Orchestra with soloists Rachael Little, Megan Read, Nick Hurndall Smith and John Lofthouse. Tickets available on the website www.mwwf.co.uk or at the door. Under 18′s free.
When’s it on: 11/04/2013 till 11/04/2013 from 6.30pm. each day.
Type of event: Talk
Where’s it being held: Abbot Hall Art Gallery, Kendal Kendal
What’s happening: Peter Osborne, co-founder of the Osborne Samuel Gallery, London, has supported the work of many modern British painters and sculptors, so he is well positioned to introduce this engaging talk on the works of Lynn Chadwick. After a brief introduction Michael Bird will continue the talk, which will culminate in a highlights tour of the exhibition at Abbot Hall, with plenty of time for questions throughout.
When’s it on: 26/05/2013 till 27/05/2013 from 11.00am-5.30pm. each day.
Type of event: Flower Show /Open Garden
Where’s it being held: Brigsteer Kendal
What’s happening: 12 secret gardens all within walking distance of each other in the small village of Brigsteer. Several gardens have extensive views over the lovely Lyth Valley. Brigsteer is just 10 minutes drive to the west of Kendal. Tea, coffee and homemade cakes at selected venues. Raffle and plant stalls.
When’s it on: 17/09/2013 till 17/09/2013 from 12.30pm. each day.
Type of event: Music
Where’s it being held: Royalty Cinema, Lake Road, Bowness. Windermere
What’s happening: Lunchtime concert of popular music and light classics on the historic 1927 Wurlitzer Organ of the Royalty Cinema (The only Wurlitzer cinema organ in a working cinema in Europe); with guest organist, Stephen Austin.
When’s it on: 28/02/2013 till 28/02/2013 from 7.00pm for a 7.30pm prompt start. each day.
Type of event: Talk
Where’s it being held: The Community Hall at Grizebeck Broughton-in-Furness
What’s happening: A monthly slideshow/talk is held at the Community Hall at Grizebeck. This month’s subject is ‘Walking through History’ by Maurice Steel. Tickets are £3.00 available on the door and includes tea/coffee. A bar and raffle are also available.
When’s it on: 22/03/2013 till 22/03/2013 from 7.30pm 9.20pm. each day.
Type of event: Theatre
Where’s it being held: The Heron Theatre, Stanley Street, Beetham,Cumbria Beetham
What’s happening: The year is 1520, Henry VIII of England meets Frances I of France in a French field and proceed to display their fabulous power and wealth. For ten days they attempt to outdo one another in displays of wealth, feasting and battlefield prowess, they are the epitome of 16th Century princely chivalry. What makes a man? Why does he do what he does? The absurdity and terror of battle. These profound issues are the basis for an absorbing, witty new play by Tony Lidington.
When’s it on: 17/04/2013 till 17/04/2013 from 2.00pm each day.
Type of event: Talk
Where’s it being held: Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry, Abbot Hall Art Gallery, Kendal Kendal
What’s happening: A rare opportunity to view some of the gorgeous Victorian and Edwardian costume in the collection. Join our Assistant Curator Social History to look at these beautiful items. Free with museum admission.
When’s it on: 09/06/2013 till 09/06/2013 from 3.00pm – 4.00pm. each day.
Type of event: Talk
Where’s it being held: Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House, Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria Windermere
What’s happening: This summer series of afternoon talks focuses on the women behind the Arts & Crafts movement and the design work of this period. Free with admission.
When’s it on: 19/10/2013 till 20/10/2013 from 2.30pm. each day.
Type of event: Talk
Where’s it being held: Conishead Priory, Ulverston, 2 miles south of Ulverston on A5087 Coast Road. Ulverston
What’s happening: Fascinating tour of Buddhist Temple and historic house brings alive the spiritual and healing work at Conishead since 1160.
When’s it on: 24/03/2013 till 24/03/2013 from 7.30pm each day.
Type of event: Music
Where’s it being held: Coronation Hall, County Sqaure Ulverston Cumbria Ulverston
What’s happening: Tommy Emmanuel with special guest Martin Taylor Two-time Grammy nominee Tommy Emmanuel has a professional career that spans over four decades and continues to intersect with some of the finest musicians throughout the world. A household name in his native Australia, Tommy has garnered hundreds of thousands of loyal fans worldwide. Tommy’s unique style – he calls it simply “finger style” – is akin to playing guitar the way a pianist plays piano, using all ten fingers.
