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COMMUNITY TAKES CENTRE STAGE: A rich history and exciting season at the John Peel Theatre
COMMUNITY TAKES CENTRE STAGE A rich history and exciting season at the John Peel Theatre. by Danni Murphy Wigton Theatre Club has been entertaining local audiences for more than seven decades, bringing together performers, technicians, writers and volunteers to create a varied programme of live entertainment at the John Peel Theatre. The theatre building itself […]
Cumbria Guide Book Club: September/October 2026
Cumbria Guide Book Club September/October 2026 If you have a new book coming out or have recently published, then do get in touch to be featured in future editions of The Book Club, email: [email protected] Incredible Machines of Thinkery: Northern Sky by Linnhe Harrison Action, adventure and science fiction combine in this gripping sequel from […]
THROUGH THE LENS: Natasha Roberts’ Wildlife Photography journey
THROUGH THE LENS Natasha Roberts’ Wildlife Photography journey. by Danni Murphy For Windermere photographer Natasha Roberts, photography is more than simply taking a picture. It is a passion, an escape from everyday stresses and a way of connecting with the incredible landscapes and wildlife on her doorstep. Natasha has been interested in photography for around […]
Sarah Reid returns to Shipping Brow Gallery with new solo exhibition celebrating the Cumbrian coast
CAPTURING THE CUMBRIAN COAST Sarah Reid returns to Shipping Brow Gallery with new solo exhibition celebrating the Cumbrian coast. by Danni Murphy Local artist Sarah Reid is set to return to Shipping Brow Gallery in Maryport this autumn with a new solo exhibition celebrating the beauty and character of the Cumbrian coastline. Running from 23 […]
FIFTEEN YEARS OF FIRE AND FOLKLORE: The Winter Droving returns to Penrith
FIFTEEN YEARS OF FIRE AND FOLKLORE The Winter Droving returns to Penrith by Danni Murphy The much-loved Winter Droving returns to Penrith on Saturday 24th October 2026, celebrating fifteen years of fire, folklore, community and the changing of the seasons. As darkness falls, the town will come alive with the spectacular torchlight procession – a […]
The Muncaster Fringe 2026: Arts Take Over On The West Coast This August
The Muncaster Fringe 2026: Arts Take Over On The West Coast This August Following the success of a week of events in August 2025, the Muncaster Fringe returns this August, this time for a whole month! Proudly supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England, The Muncaster Fringe 2026 is a […]
Krankenhaus Festival – The Best of Contemporary Music and Culture Returns to Muncaster
Krankenhaus Festival – The Best of Contemporary Music and Culture Returns to Muncaster Krankenhaus Festival returns to Muncaster this August bank holiday weekend (28 – 30 August). Krankenhaus is a truly unique festival, where rock music meets the highest rocks in England. Attendees can experience the best of contemporary, alternative music and culture in the […]
THERE’S MORE TO MUNCASTER: A packed programme of events offering something for everyone
THERE’S MORE TO MUNCASTER Muncaster Castle may be mixing it up but fun features in every event. by Danni Murphy If you’re looking for unforgettable days out this summer, Muncaster Castle has a packed programme of events offering something for everyone. From live music and country festivals to obstacle races and creative workshops, there’s plenty […]
WILD ON THE WALL IS ALMOST HERE: The festival that celebrates joy, community and good music!
WILD ON THE WALL IS ALMOST HERE The festival that celebrates joy, community and good music. by Danni Murphy As far as grassroots festivals go, Wild on the Wall has quietly built a reputation as one of Cumbria’s most welcoming weekends away. It doesn’t rely on huge headline acts or flashy attractions. Instead, it focuses […]
Carlisle alt-rock band Antics are building momentum with their guitar-driven debut ‘Change’
TURNING UP THE VOLUME Carlisle alt-rock band Antics are building momentum with their guitar-driven debut ‘Change’. by Stephen Murphy Change is as good as rest they say, and ‘Change’ is also the track-title of the Antics cracking la’al guitar driven debut new single, which coincidentally is now available to buy, play and enjoy… Hailing from […]
