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Monster Savings to be had at the Award-Winning Beacon Museum this summer
Monster Savings to be had at the Award-Winning Beacon Museum this summer The Beacon Museum in Whitehaven is expecting a summer boost thanks to The Beacon’s Carboniferous Monsters exhibition, which opens on 18 July and with the government slashing VAT on family tickets for visitor attractions, this means there’s never been a better time to […]
BRILLIANT BEETLES OF CUMBRIA: Cumbria’s gardens, woodlands and meadows come alive in summer
BRILLIANT BEETLES OF CUMBRIA From shimmering rose chafers to bright red soldier beetles, Cumbria’s gardens, woodlands and meadows come alive in summer with colourful insects just waiting to be discovered. by Danni Murphy Summer is one of the best times to go on a beetle hunt in Cumbria. During July and August, gardens, woodlands, meadows, […]
Two detectorists came across the find of a lifetime right here in Cumbria.
THERE’S GOLD IN THEM THERE HILLS… Two detectorists came across the find of a lifetime right here in Cumbria. by Stephen Murphy In late May a metal detecting rally took place near Harker, Carlisle. What was discovered is of national importance and can only be described as finds of a lifetime. Not one, not two, […]
FANTASTIC FAMILY DAYS OUT: What’s happening in Cumbria this Summer
FANTASTIC FAMILY DAYS OUT What’s happening in Cumbria this Summer… by Danni Murphy Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained during the summer holidays? Luckily, Cumbria is packed with fantastic attractions that combine fun, learning, adventure and history. Whether your children love planes, castles, pirates, art, museums or Roman soldiers, there’s something for everyone […]
A towering replica of Columbus’ flagship sails to the Cumbrian coast this July
WHITEHAVEN WELCOMES NAO SANTA MARIA A towering replica of Columbus’ flagship sails to the Cumbrian coast this July. by Danni Murphy A remarkable piece of maritime history is set to arrive on the Cumbrian coast this summer as the Nao Santa María prepares to dock in Whitehaven Harbour. The impressive vessel, a full-scale replica of […]
EYES TO THE SKY: Kids’ Birdwatching in Cumbria (May-June)
EYES TO THE SKY Kids’ Birdwatching in Cumbria (May-June) by Danni Murphy Spring and early summer are wonderful times to go bird watching in Cumbria. Birds are busy building nests, finding food, and raising their chicks. With a little patience and a good pair of eyes, children can spot many different birds in gardens, countryside, […]
Historic replica of Columbus’s flagship prepares for Cumbrian visit and you can step aboard.
NAO SANTA MARIA SEATS SAIL FOR WHITEHAVEN Historic replica of Columbus’s flagship prepares for Cumbrian visit and you can step aboard. by Danni Murphy A remarkable piece of maritime history is set to arrive on the Cumbrian coast this summer, as the Nao Santa María prepares to dock in Whitehaven at the end of July. […]
WE’RE GOING ON A BUG HUNT! Get outdoors for a Spring bug hunt in Cumbria
WE’RE GOING ON A BUG HUNT! Get outdoors for a Spring bug hunt in Cumbria. by Danni Murphy Spring has sprung in Cumbria, and that means one very exciting thing… it’s time for a BUG HUNT! As the days get warmer and the flowers begin to bloom, tiny creatures start to appear in gardens, parks, […]
ESCAPE TO NATURE – Drybeck Farm reopens for Spring!
ESCAPE TO NATURE Drybeck Farm reopens for Spring. by Danni Murphy Spring is in the air and Drybeck Farm Campsite is ready to welcome campers back from 16th March for another season of peace, wildlife and riverside relaxation. Nestled in the unspoilt Eden Valley, Drybeck Farm offers a truly unique getaway, a place to slow […]
Carlisle Cathedral’s East Window named as “Nation’s Favourite”
Carlisle Cathedral’s East Window named as “Nation’s Favourite” Carlisle Cathedral’s East Window has been named the Nation’s Favourite Stained Glass Window, in the Divine Light social media campaign and competition organised by the Association of English Cathedrals (AEC). The campaign ran from the beginning of Advent into the New Year and featured a stained-glass window […]
