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Events in Lancashire and Cumbria

What's on in Lancashire and Cumbria?

Lancashire and Cumbria are bustling with events that cater to a wide range of interests, such as a nostalgic 1940s weekend or spectacular kite festivals. Music lovers can revel in various festivals, while those looking for culinary experiences won’t be disappointed. There's something for everyone!

With so many shows, festivals, parties, fairs, sporting challenges, these counties are a hub of activity and excitement. Here in the North West, we love to celebrate everything from people to landscape!

Please check with the event organisers before attending to ensure the event is still taking place.

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Monday - Friday throughout August

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway Summer Offer

Enjoy a Buy One Get One Free ticket offer on the 9:30am diesel departure from Ravenglass to Dalegarth, with an optional return at 10:30am.  It’s a magical morning adventure through the Eskdale valley – ideal for beating the crowds and saving a little extra! Buy tickets at Ravenglass Station on the day.

now extended to 31st August

Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway Kids eat FREE

Kids eat FREE! Tuck into tasty savings at the Turntable and Fellbites Cafes. For every adult meal purchased (minimum spend £10), one child under 15 eats completely free. The meal boxes are perfect for little explorers.

Throughout August, 2025

Tewitfield Troll Trail

Free activity for all the family! Five trolls have been hidden on a short loop route along parts of the Towpath Trail. Don’t forget to collect your stickers at the end from Tewitfield Marina.

The Longlands Hotel, Tewitfield

Quiz Night

Quiz night is on the last Thursday of every month. Quiz will start at 8pm. £1 entry per person. Teams of 6.

The Longlands Hotel, Tewitfield

Pizza Offer at Longlands

Enjoy 2 x Pizzas, 1 x Side & ½ carafe house wine for just £30. Available anytime between from Monday* to Thursday 12-9pm. Please call on 01524 781256 for more details and to book your table!

Dates through to August 31st, 2025

Cross Bay Walks

Are you ready to walk the bay? Join King's Guide to the Kent Estuary, Michael Wilson, on the historic bay walk across the bay from Arnside to Grange.

September 10th & 11th, 2025

Westmorland County Show

The Westmorland County Show is a historic agricultural event held annually in Cumbria, celebrating rural life with major livestock competitions, food halls, crafts, and a variety of countryside displays.

October 4th & 5th, 2025

Apple Weekend at Beetham Nurseries

The annual free, family event, celebrating the nation’s favourite fruit.  Tastings, trees, fruit pressing, family fun, live music, Farmers Market and more!

December 5th - 7th, 2025

Kirkby Lonsdale Christmas Fair

The Kirkby Lonsdale Christmas Fair is an annual, highly anticipated event that transforms the historic market town into a festive wonderland. With Christmas markets, Santa Parade, lights switch-on, Santa's Grotto and more.

Image of Grange over Sands courtesy of visitlakedistrict.com.

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