Red Barn Gallery is well loved in the art world of the North West. Internationally renowned works are put aside new artists, and the displays never ‘stand still’. Exhibitions change bi-monthly with a regular display of talented artists and ceramicists on show.
Keswick Film Festival marks 25 years with a programme featuring some of the best of contemporary independent cinema, alongside select classics, and work from some choice Cumbrian talent.
from £5.00
Experience the art of Abbot Hall in a hands on and creative way with their monthly Sketch and Stroll tours.
from £0.00
Lawson Oyekan’s solo exhibition presents the artist’s monolithic, ceramic forms that comment on place, heritage and belonging.
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Litfest to its friends, is rolling out its 46th programme, having created a variety of events for its audiences since 1978.
from £3.00
Ceremony, religion and symbolism are the focus of the Baltic’s new exhibition from Newcastle-based artist Mani Kambo.
free entry
‘Play Interact Explore’ at BALTIC creates a space for joyful exploration, filled with possibility and freedom for everyone to enjoy.
free entry
Hannah Perry interrogates her own experience of becoming a mother, utilising it as a starting point for conversations on labour, class and gender.
free entry
Northern Gallery for Contemporary Art presents the first gallery exhibition of British photographer Harry Griffin.
free entry
Two miles from Penrith, Brougham Castle sits on the River Eamont in the Eden Valley, a proud reminder of strength in a turbulent bygone age.
Sitting proud amid lush green parkland just inside the Lake District National Park, Lowther Castle is like a fairytale illustration of a castle.
A historic site and restoration project with an eclectic range of shops, studios and a gallery space, run by local artisans and craftspeople.
In a picturesque nook of Cumbria’s Eden Valley, Askham Hall offers luxury accommodation in a historic country house just outside of Penrith.
Main venue for Eden Arts, an artist-led organisation based in Eden in Cumbria creating projects around mass participation, local distinctiveness and digital engagement, from Picnic Cinema to The Winter Droving.
Xavier’s is Penrith’s answer to Paris’ wine-infused café culture. An elegant spot to unwind in both the daytime and evening.
Ruins of a 14th century castle, former home of Richard III. Situated in Penrith’s Castle Park, and managed by English Heritage. Free to visit.
Right in the heart of the town centre, deli and bakery J&J Graham is a Penrith icon that dates back to 1793.
Rich soups, salads, hearty meals and homemade cakes are freshly made using seasonal and organic incgredients whereever possible from this vegetarian takeaway bistro.
This modern bistro and bar, open for dinner Wednesday to Sunday, serves up classic British pub fare reimagined to its most indulgent.
An independent cinema in the heart of town, the Lonsdale Alhambra is, for many locals, a treasure of Penrith.
Galleries are racing to announce new exhibitions so check out our top picks, from art films and nostalgic paintings to Hockney's collages.
Not long now, spring is on its way but wave goodbye to winter with some of the North's best food and drink.
While spring takes its sweet time to arrive, we've assembled a selection of indoor Tours and Activities that will have you feeling cosy and comforted.
Feminist farce, a magical circus show and Oldham Coliseum return with a brand-new off-site show. All in our latest theatre guide.
As we edge towards spring we take a look at the best events and activities for families, from theatre to festivals, dinosaur adventures to family raves.
Some of our favourite leftfield live literature regulars are back with their first events of the year – we’ve picked a weird and wonderful heap we think you’ll love.
Street art, LGBTQ+ History Month, and the first film festivals of the year are amongst our cinema highlights this month.
Masters of minimalism, leftfield electronica and cutting edge pop. We bring you the lot in our latest live music round up.
