Twentieth century British and contemporary art is on offer here at Castlegate House Gallery, another of Cockermouth’s Grade II-listed Georgian gems. Its new owners are obsessive collectors and passionate about what they sell here – with fine British ceramics and contemporary studio pottery amidst the paintings. A changing programme of temporary exhibitions keeps it fresh. Well worth dropping by.
Join Lake District White Water Rafting for an unforgettable aquatic experience in both the North and South Lakes.
from £59.00
Claude Cahun’s captivating self-portraits are on display at Abbot House, celebrating the artist’s innovative, bold approach to art and life.
from £0.00
Join a team of expert guides to walk across the iconic but often dangerous sand flats at Morecambe Bay.
from £10.00
Taking place in Blackburn each year, The National Festival of Making is a unique celebration of UK making, from the kitchen table to the factory floor.
free entry
Michael Rakowitz considers the impact of conflict and displacement in his show ‘The Waiting Gardens of the North’ at Baltic.
free entry
Laing Gallery spotlights the work of Yevonde, a 20th century trailerblazer in the field of colour photography with an eye for the surreal.
from £7.00
From the famous tickling sticks to his side-kick Dicky Mint, Happiness! brings the story of Ken Dodd and his magical world to life
from £2.50
Direct from Broadway and with two hugely successful West End seasons, The Kite Runner flies into Liverpool Playhouse this April.
from £11.00
A luxury B&B in the Georgian heart of Cockermouth
Privately-owned Cockermouth Castle dates back to Norman times and is occasionally open to the public.
A snazzy wine and food joint, with a lovely terraced beer garden.
Percy House Gallery in Cumbria is a contemporary art gallery which majors in painting, photography, and craft from local Cumbrian artists and makers.
A theatre-cum cinema in Cockermouth offering a wide programme of touring theatre, music, independent film and events to townsfolk and visitors.
Independent hotel in an idyllic setting.
An historic and atmospheric country house complete with roaring fires and wood panelling and set in its own grounds.
Dramatic landscapes and beautiful wilderness surround this Michelin awarded restaurant and hotel.
Interactive optical illusion, for each visitor to immerse themselves in. This specialty museum in Keswick will baffle, surprise and amuse.
Today it is a stunning purpose-built theatre and studio on the very shores of Derwentwater offering a good and varied programme of theatre.
Nestled in Keswick’s beautiful rolling landscapes, Northern Lights Gallery exhibits art captivating enough to match the local surroundings.
Affecting contemporary performances and fresh, relevant takes on enduring classics, we pick out shows that help us scrutinise the world we live in.
From creative activities, poo-themed science and family theatre, check out our latest picks of fun things to do with the family.
Take a look at our top recommendations for restaurants and bars to check out this spring.
Gazing longingly towards the good times that will accompany the surely imminent sun, we take a look at the best music festivals coming up in Manchester and Salford.
Traditional painting takes a step back this month to make way for some excellent photography, sculpture and multimedia exhibitions around the North.
Try something new, explore somewhere different, learn a new skill with our tours and activities guide.
We've got lots of live literature to check out and plenty of other opportunities for writers and readers alike as the clocks go back...
Music and movies collide this month as we look at the best cinema events happening near you.
Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.
The best food and drink options in Manchester and the North to visit in 2024.
