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13/07/2025

The new Curated Cumbria newsletter aimed at showcasing Cumbria’s vibrant arts and culture scene has attracted over 1,000 subscribers in the few weeks since its launch 🎉

You can sign up here 👉 https://curatedcumbria.substack.com

Curated Cumbria’s free weekly selection of articles and listings drops into subscribers’ inboxes every Wednesday. It covers everything from live music and theatre to visual arts, literature, and family-friendly events across the county.

The newsletter’s mission extends beyond simple event listings. It aims to shine a spotlight on the people, places, and performances that contribute to Cumbria’s rich and diverse creative landscape.

Recent articles have included an exclusive interview with Andy Smith, one of the founders of Kendal Calling, profiles of local artists, and a bespoke theatre review.

The project is a collaboration between Cumbria Arts & Culture Network and Intro.

Read more 👉 https://bit.ly/4lFZ15X

04/07/2025

On Sunday 6 July at 6pm, Wetheral Choir will hold its final Choral Evensong before the summer break.

This occasion also marks Verity Ramsden’s final service as Director of Music. To celebrate the close of the choir year, more than 30 singers from across Cumbria will join in what promises to be a very special service.

The Rev’d Canon Dr Benjamin Carter, Canon Warden at Carlisle Cathedral, will lead the service and preach the homily. Musical highlights include the premiere of God of thy Goodness, a new composition by David T Shingler, written especially for Wetheral Choir.

All are warmly invited to attend this memorable evening.

27/06/2025

Tullie transforms into a prehistoric wonderland this summer with the extraordinary Dinosaur rEvolution exhibition 🦖

This groundbreaking display opens this weekend running from 28 June to 14 September. It reimagines dinosaurs through cutting-edge science, presenting them as fast, feathered, and vibrantly coloured creatures rather than the dusty reptiles of outdated textbooks.

Six roaring animatronic dinosaurs anchor the experience, accompanied by striking artwork from renowned palaeo-artist Luis V Rey, replica skeletons, and fossil casts.

The exhibition, developed by Gondwana Studios and previously showcased in New Zealand, Australia, and London's Horniman Museum, showcases scientific discovery along with displays that will amaze and delight dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages.

Anna Smalley, Head of Collections & Engagement, promises surprises with "the scale and realism of these creatures" and latest discoveries making them "more dynamic and fascinating than ever".

Complementing the main exhibition is a comprehensive programme featuring fossil hunts, film screenings, escape room quests, and evening events including death metal nights, ensuring entertainment for all ages and interests.

20/06/2025

On Thursday 3 July, La23net will be taking over the historic home of William Wordsworth, Rydal Mount and Gardens in Ambleside for a business networking event ☀️

This is the place where poetry, nature and incredible views collide.

Picture the scene… a guided tour through the blooming gardens, drinks with a glorious view of Windermere as your backdrop, and poetry readings in the very place they were written.

You can expect relaxed summer vibes, drinks, local treats (such as Grasmere Gingerbread), and plenty of time to network in one of the Lake District’s most inspiring locations.

Get tickets here 👉 https://bit.ly/LA23NETJuly

15/06/2025

Like father, like son on the buses 🚌

Two father-and-son pairs at Stagecoach Cumbria's Carlisle depot prove that bus driving runs in the family.

For Father's Day, the company celebrates these unique workplace relationships that strengthen both family ties and professional excellence.

Craig Sadler, 55, brought his son Jayson into the business after seven years with Stagecoach. "I love the job - it's the people," Craig explains, highlighting connections with regular passengers and fellow drivers. Jayson, 27, appreciates the independence: "You're your own boss once you're on the road."

The Irving-Lahey duo, flipped the script when George Lahey, 58, followed his son Craig Irving into bus driving. After 11 years at Stagecoach, Craig helped his father secure a position six years ago. George values the public service aspect: "People rely on the bus - it's essential."

Managing Director Tom Waterhouse sees these family partnerships as testament to bus driving's appeal as a fulfilling career choice.

Read more here 👉 https://bit.ly/3HxVwiK

30/05/2025

A new weekly newsletter dedicated to showcasing the very best of the county’s vibrant arts and culture has been launched by Intro, publishers of this newsletter 📰🖼️

Brought to you by Intro in partnership with the Cumbria Arts & Culture Network, the newsletter aims to shine a light on the people, places and performances that make Cumbria’s creative life so rich and diverse.

From live music and theatre to visual arts, literature, and family-friendly events, Curated Cumbria will land in your inbox every week with a carefully selected round-up of what’s happening across the county.

This week's newsletter includes: Kendal Calling's Blondie secret; a round-up of the amazing writers heading to Cumbria; a preview of University of Cumbria's degree show plus our what's on listings to showcase all the brilliant art and culture we have in our county.

Check out Curated Cumbria here 👉 https://bit.ly/43zMM2O

16/05/2025

Carlisle is to host Show & Tell this weekend 🎡

This free, family-friendly event will take place on Sunday, 18 May at Bitts Park. Organised by Carlisle Matters and supported by Cumberland Council, the day aims to bring the community together through creativity, entertainment, and connection.

Designed for all ages, Show & Tell features live music, performances, a funfair, and a wide range of arts, crafts, and games. From children’s activities to hands-on creative workshops, it offers something for everyone to enjoy in a welcoming, inclusive environment.

The day also includes a strong focus on community engagement. Local groups and organisations will host stalls, offering advice, support, and opportunities to learn new skills. This “tell” aspect of the event allows residents to discover the many ways they can get involved, seek help, or simply learn more about services available in the area.

The event will run from 12pm to 4pm 🕓

09/05/2025

Kendal Calling, one of Cumbria’s greatest success stories, will be celebrated at an exclusive business networking event later this month, as part of the build-up to its 20th anniversary this summer 🎪

On Thursday 22 May, the La23net network will gather at The Old Fire Station in Penrith to enjoy LA23FEST, a special evening with Andy Smith, co-founder of Kendal Calling and director of From the Fields — the creative force behind other iconic events like Bluedot and Northern Lights Newcastle.

Andy will share the fascinating behind-the-scenes story of how Kendal Calling evolved from a grassroots gathering into one of the UK’s most celebrated festivals, bringing Mumford & Sons, Doves, The Streets, Primal Scream and many others to Cumbria.

He’ll reveal what it takes to build something that endures, the role of creativity in place-making, and the lessons he’s learned from two decades at the forefront of the UK events scene.

LA23FEST is at The Old Fire Station, Bridge Lane, Penrith, from 5.45pm to 8.14pm on Thursday, 22 May. Tickets and more details are available here 👉 https://www.trybooking.com/uk/events/landing/83171

02/05/2025

“Culture Bazaar is a place for friendship, for fun, for families, and being able to be who you are without being judged in any way.”

That’s the message ahead of this weekend’s Culture Bazaar 2025, two days of activities, performances, food and dance to bring together the many communities that make up the Great Border City.

The first Culture Bazaar took place in Carlisle 18 years ago. This year’s theme is a City United and Saj Ghafoor OBE, founder of organisers Multicultural Cumbria, says that is the essence of what Culture Bazaar is about.

“Culture Bazaar is about celebrating all the different cultural diversity that we have here. And the best way to do it is through food, music, dance, and things that can cross the language barrier,” she says.

This free event will feature Becky Fisher of Happy Mums Foundation, dhol drumming and a Bhangra dance workshop by Davinder Singh of Punjabi Roots Academy, Trails of Tales publishers and authors Richard O’Neill and Michelle Russell, line and Scottish dancing, food from MK Spice Kitchen and Smash Shack, and much more.

Culture Bazaar takes place at Richard Rose Central Academy, Lismore Place, Carlisle, between 12pm-5.30pm on Saturday 3 May and Sunday 4 May.

11/04/2025

Brampton-based artists Tom and Will Adams will be exhibiting a diverse array of abstract works at the Intropop-up gallery in Carlisle this weekend. The artworks comprise a range of media, including pouring-paint canvases, 3-D constructions and acrylic-based exhibits 🖼️🎨

It’s Tom’s hope that visitors to the exhibition will make a connection with the works, and see something that speaks to them. He has exhibited recently at Gallery North-West in Brampton, 24R Gallery in Edinburgh and the StArt gallery in Carlisle.

The weekend kicks off with an open evening tonight (11 April) at the Intro Pop-up Gallery, Paternoster Row, Carlisle, starting at 6.30pm. The event is open to the public, and refreshments will be provided to all visitors.

Further details can be found on Tom’s website here 👉 https://tomadams3.wixsite.com/tomghadamsart

04/04/2025

RESTORE Carlisle opened its new charity and community space in the heart of Carlisle today - promising to provide a space in the city centre where 'everyone is welcome'.

This new location on Castle Street joins existing shops in Morton, Petteril Bank, Harraby and Penrith.

Shop manager Helen Dixon said: “We felt there needed to be a space like this in the city centre for people.”

RESTORE is a space dedicated to creating opportunities for people whilst caring for the planet through reusing and recycling. By collecting pre-owned items, which are then resold in their shops, RESTORE generates funds to support local individuals who need help the most, all while promoting sustainability.

It is funded by the church through the Carlisle diocese, but will aim to be self sufficient once it is up and running.

The new shop in the city centre is not only a place to find affordable second-hand items but also a space designed for the local community. The shop features two community spaces, one is available to hire, while the other is free for anyone to use, offering a quiet spot to relax with complimentary tea and coffee.

Helen added: "We wanted to bring some community feel back to the city centre. We want to build a really good community through various activities where people can meet and learn new skills or practise their own. A place where everyone feels welcome."

Events will include painting, sewing machine classes, upcycle sessions and a space just to chat and enjoy some company.

Opening hours will be from 10am-4pm, initially Wednesday to Saturday and Sundays 11-3pm. Find out more at the Restore Carlisle page or website 👉 https://restorecumbria.co.uk/

21/02/2025

Multicultural Cumbria’s Culture Bazaar returns this spring with a message of unity – and they need your help.

A City United is the theme of the award-winning annual celebration taking place over two days in May.

This free event has been celebrating and uniting the diverse communities of Carlisle and Cumbria for 18 years, attracting tens of thousands of visitors.

And for 2025 the charity has started a Crowdfunding appeal for the first time to raise funds to help towards the costs of staging this year’s event.

Saj Ghafoor, founder of Culture Bazaar, said: “We are appealing for small donations from individuals and organisations to help create a memorable event for the city once again.

“The Culture Bazaar is always a great occasion with so much planned – what better way than to use music, dance, food arts and crafts to bring people together without the barrier of language. And that is needed more than ever now to show there is no place for racism in Cumbria.”

You can donate to their Crowdfunder appeal here 👉 http://bit.ly/3QvpZ2a and read the full story here 👉 https://bit.ly/4kaH2UM

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