The Strickland Arms
Alex Saint
Gorgeous pub-restaurant under the shadow of Sizergh Castle. Cosy up in the historic interiors, or when its warm, enjoy a drink with views on the lovely terrace.
What's on near The Strickland Arms
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Sketch and Stroll: guided art tour at Abbot Hall
Experience the art of Abbot Hall in a hands on and creative way with their monthly Sketch and Stroll tours.
from £0.00
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Lawson Oyekan at Blackwell, The Arts and Crafts House
Lawson Oyekan’s solo exhibition presents the artist’s monolithic, ceramic forms that comment on place, heritage and belonging.
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Litfest 2025 at various venues and online
Lancaster Literature Festival, or Litfest to its friends, is rolling out its 46th programme, having created a variety of events for its audiences since 1978.
from £3.00
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Keswick Film Festival
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
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OPEN 2025 at Grundy Art Gallery
OPEN 2025 at Grundy Art Gallery showcases the talent and creativity of the Blackpool and the Fylde coast area.
free entry
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Afternoon Tea at Blackpool Tower Ballroom
Step into the majestic Blackpool Tower Ballroom for an experience like no other. With stunning architecture, live music and treats galore, Afternoon Tea here is highly recommended.
from £60.00
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Turtle Feeding Experience at SEA LIFE Blackpool
Come face to face with SEA LIFE Blackpool’s hungriest resident. This unique experience gives you the chance to feed Phoenix the green sea turtle and learn about this endangered species.
from £75.00
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Sauna and cold plunge pools at iglu sauna
Award-winning sauna and cold-plunge pools experience located in the heart of Hebden Bridge, Iglu brings the Scandi experience to Yorkshire.
from £10.00Where to go near The Strickland Arms
Cumbria
Sizergh Castle
Sizergh Castle is a flagship National Trust property at the gateway to the Lakes, showing off the very best of Kendal.
Cumbria
Low Sizergh Barn
A fabulous foodie shop cum day out on the farm
Kendal and Sedbergh
Levens Hall
A beautiful Elizabethan manor house, featuring the oldest surviving example of a topiary garden – a joy to wander in.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Westmorland County Show
The Westmorland County Show is a traditional county fair dating back to 1799, where tourists and shoppers mix with agricultural professionals and chefs.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Cross Lane Projects
Founded by artists Rebecca Scott and Mark Woods, Cross Lane Projects brings new contemporary art to Cumbria and is situated in a former Kendal Mint Cake factory in central Kendal.
Cumbria
Abbot Hall Art Gallery
Built in 1759 as a private home, today the Gade I listed Abbot Hall Art Gallery is one of the best centres for visual art in Cumbria.
Cumbria
Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry
The Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry in Cumbria explores the region’s history through the unique customs and traditions of its past inhabitants.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Brewery Arts
The Brewery Arts is the hub of daily cultural life in Kendal, with theatre, cinema, gallery, cafe and bar.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Scout Scar
Scout Scar is a 771ft tall hill with an awe-inspiring cliff-edge and views over Kendal and beyond – ideal for walkers with stronger stamina.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Comida
Spanish inspired restaurant serves up Iberian classic dishes such as Spanish Omelette and Chorizo, plus many intriguing wines.
Kendal and Sedbergh
The Shakespeare Inn
You’ll find cosy rooms and a welcoming bar and restaurant serving down-home cuisine. Located in the centre of Kendal near all major attractions.
Kendal and Sedbergh
Fell Bar Brewery
Fell Bar is an outlet for the Fell Brewery and a great independent venue in itself, with a broad range of connoisseur-level craft beers.
Cumbria District Guides
Culture Guides
Music in the North
We’re championing all things underground this month, with a selection of gigs and festivals that embrace the strange.
Classical Music in the North
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.
Cinema in the North
Street art, LGBTQ+ History Month, and the first film festivals of the year are amongst our cinema highlights this month.
Food and Drink in the North
Not long now, spring is on its way but wave goodbye to winter with some of the North's best food and drink.
Theatre in the North
Feminist farce, a magical circus show and Oldham Coliseum return with a brand-new off-site show. All in our latest theatre guide.
Exhibitions in the North
Cinematic sets, 90s nightclub photography and even new gallery - we have a great mix of exhibitions for you this month.
Family things to do in the North
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.
Literature Events in the North
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.