Festive

Festive Celebrations at North Lakes Hotel & Spa

As the festive season draws near, North Lakes Hotel & Spa is preparing to welcome guests to a series of enchanting Christmas events filled with warmth, sparkle and cheer. From festive markets to glittering evening balls, the hotel promises a season to remember. The festivities begin with the much-anticipated North Lakes Christmas Market on Sunday […]

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Festive Panto Season has arrived… Oh yes it has!

FESTIVE PANTO SEASON All the classic pantos are back… Oh yes they are! by Danni Murphy From spellbound castles and enchanted lamps to festive fun with Santa and classic fairy tale twists, Cumbria’s 2025 pantomime season has something for everyone. Whether you’re after big production values, interactive children’s shows, or traditional panto silliness, there’s a […]

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Seasonal Fun at Taste Cumbria Christmas – 6 & 7 December!

SEASONAL FUN AT TASTE CUMBRIA CHRISTMAS Saturday 6 & Sunday 7 December, 2025. by Suzanne Elsworth Cockermouth is the sparkling destination for another Christmas celebration of the county’s very best flavours. Taste Cumbria is back for more festive fun, with eating, drinking, shopping, live music, comedy and more. This is the perfect opportunity to start […]

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DREAMING OF A WHITE(HAVEN) CHRISTMAS: Whitehaven Town Council is pulling out all the stops this festive season!

I’M DREAMING OF A WHITE(HAVEN) CHRISTMAS Whitehaven has a fantastic line-up of festive events. by Danni Murphy Whitehaven Town Council is pulling out all the stops to make this year’s festive season one to remember, with two major events guaranteed to fill the town with Christmas cheer. This year’s celebrations include the annual Christmas Light […]

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πŸŽ„ Step Into the Festive Spirit at the North Lakes Hotel Christmas Market 🎁

Sunday 23rd November | 10am – 3pm | Free Entry Penrith, Cumbria – Get ready to unwrap the magic of the season at the North Lakes Hotel’s Christmas Market on Sunday, 23rd November from 10am to 3pm. With free entry for all, this festive celebration is the perfect way to kick-start your Christmas preparations. Join […]

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Carlisle Cathedral open their first Christmas Tree Festival

Carlisle Cathedral open their first Christmas Tree Festival Carlisle Cathedral launched their first ever Christmas Tree Festival this weekend, with 30 trees on display. The festival was officially opened by Chris Holmes, High Sheriff of Cumbria, on Sunday 1 December, with over 100 invited guests in attendance – many of whom decorated the trees. The […]

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RECIPE: Vegan Spiced Gingerbread Christmas Tree Biscuits

Vegan Spiced Gingerbread Christmas Tree Biscuits Wonderful for hanging on the Christmas tree or packaged up as a seasonal gift, these sweet, gingery edible decorations are bound to put a smile on someone’s face. Ingredients: 150g Vegan Butter, diced 120g Light Brown sugar 2 tsp Ground Ginger 3 tsp Ground Cinnamon • ¼ tsp Ground […]

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OUT NOW: Cumbria Guide – Issue 24 – Nov/Dec 2024

A Word from the Editor Hello and welcome to the final edition of the Cumbria Guide for 2024! Can you believe how quickly this year has flown by? It feels like just yesterday we were longing for a summer that never quite arrived, but now, as we approach the festive season, it’s time to reflect […]

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