EDITOR’S PICK: Who’s coming to Cumbria this spring

• Events, Features, Theatre, What's on
• 16th March 2026
• Cumbria Guide

EDITOR’S PICK: Who’s coming to Cumbria this spring Spring 2026 in Cumbria is shaping up to be an exciting season for live events, music, theatre, and just plain fun! by Danni Murphy Here’s our pick of the top shows and nights out you won’t want to miss… Trevor Nelson – Soul Nation Where: Old Fire […]

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It’s Panto season… Oh yes it is!

• Events, Features, Take the kids, What's on
• 7th November 2024
• Cumbria Guide

IT’S PANTO SEASON… OH YES IT IS! The festive season in Cumbria is looking extra merry with a variety of pantomimes and Christmas shows lined up! by Danni Murphy Whether you’re into the classic tales of adventure or prefer a more whimsical holiday experience, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Here’s a roundup of what’s […]

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Local children tread the boards in spectacular summer show

• Community News, Features, Kids, Local Theatre
• 18th July 2023
• Cumbria Guide

Local children tread the boards in spectacular summer show  Children and young people living in and around West Cumbria got to experience life as a professional performer as they took to the stage at the Carnegie Theatre & Arts Centre in Workington.  The young performers brought down the house with their latest production, called ‘Thank […]

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Editors Pick – West Cumbria – February / March 2020

• Events, Exhibitions, Stuff to do
• 10th February 2020
• Cumbria Guide

Editors Pick – West Cumbria – February / March 2020 Early 2020 will see some huge names in entertainment heading our way.  Whether it’s a bit of drama you’re looking for, a good laugh or some top quality music, our editors pick has it all.   Through the Decades with Roy Orbison & Buddy Holly […]

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Ten Years of Cheers for Workington Rotary Club

• Events
• 20th August 2019
• Cumbria Guide

The Rotary Club of Workington is delighted to host the Oktoberfest Beer and Cider Festival at the Carnegie Theatre in Workington.  The popular festival is back for the tenth year and will take place on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th of October. With up to 60 beers, ales and ciders available the event is always […]

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The Great Train Journeys bring Michael Portillo to Workington

• What's on
• 14th December 2018
• Stephen Murphy

22 January, Carnegie Theatre, Workington Michael Portillo You would be excused for wondering why a former Conservative cabinet minister who was a favourite of Maggie Thatcher would come to Workington for a public speaking engagement.     Workington has been a Labour stronghold forever and as a rising star of the Tories in the 80’s and […]

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Mayor Making Ceremony In Workington

• Community News
• 1st May 2018
• Cumbria Guide

The new Mayor of Workington will be announced at a ceremony in the Carnegie Theatre & Arts Centre on Wednesday 9 May, 7pm. The ceremony is open for all to attend and lasts approximately 40 minutes. After the ceremony has finished, guests will be invited to meet the new Mayor and members of the Town Council […]

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A date with Derek Acorah at the Carnegie

When he’s not striking up conversations with the deceased, household name Derek Acorah can be found tending to his pet ducks as well as cracking on with his grandfatherly duties. Whether you believe he has the ability to contact the spirit world or not; Derek is set to return to Cumbria this November with his […]

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ELF The Musical Jr at the Carnegie

Elf The Musical Jr  ‘Elf The Musical Jr’ is based on the 2003 New Line Cinema film starring Will Ferrell. It tells the story of young orphan boy Buddy who crawls into Santa’s bag and is raised by Elves at the North Pole. When he discovers the truth, Buddy returns to New York City to […]

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