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Great British Summertime Pass Helps Families Make the Most of Summer at Walby Farm Park
Great British Summertime Pass Helps Families Make the Most of Summer at Walby Farm Park With the cost of keeping children entertained over the school holidays continuing to rise, award-winning Walby Farm Park near Carlisle has launched its new Great British Summertime Pass, giving families unlimited visits throughout the summer for one fixed price. The […]
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Packed Summer programme at The Beacon in Whitehaven
The Beacon Museum in Whitehaven is set to welcome visitors of all ages this summer with a varied programme of exhibitions, workshops and interactive sessions designed to inspire curiosity and creativity. Beginning on 18 July, Carboniferous Monsters invites visitors to step back 100 million years before the dinosaurs to a world of tropical […]
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It’s a packed programme of hands-on, creative and curiosity-fuelled activities at The Beacon
WHAT’S ON THIS SUMMER AT THE BEACON It’s a packed programme of hands-on, creative and curiosity-fuelled activities. by Danni Murphy From prehistoric cave art and pirate adventures to rocket launches, animal encounters and LEGO coding – all of the sessions are designed to be fun, educational and enjoyed by all ages. […]
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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, […]
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BACK 2 SCHOOL WITH GOODY 2 SHOES: The best fit for growing feet
BACK 2 SCHOOL WITH GOODY 2 SHOES The best fit for growing feet. by Danielle Murphy As September approaches and the countdown to the new school year begins, one essential item rises to the top of every parent’s checklist: school shoes. And one of the biggest issues many parents face is finding a pair that […]
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Cumbria Fostering calls for more carers during Foster Care Fortnight
Cumbria Fostering calls for more carers during Foster Care Fortnight Information events taking place around the county Residents across Cumbria are being encouraged to consider fostering as part of Foster Care Fortnight (11–24 May 2026), the UK’s largest awareness-raising campaign for foster care. This year’s theme, “This is Fostering,” shines a light on the everyday […]
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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, […]
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THREADS OF AGORA: Bigger and Better!
THREADS OF AGORA Bigger and Better. by Danni Murphy A well-loved independent retailer in Cockermouth has stepped into an exciting new chapter, as Threads of Agora has officially relocated to 15b Regent House, bringing with it a shop space twice the size of its original home. The move marks a major milestone for owner Sam, […]
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Beloved children’s character to visit Carlisle museum this Easter
Beloved children’s character to visit Carlisle museum this Easter One of the world’s most recognisable illustrated characters, Miffy, is headed to Tullie in Carlisle for the Easter school holidays. From 28 March -12 April, families can enjoy a number of spring-themed activities centred around a museum trail leading to objects that have caught the little […]
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Wildlife of The Solway Firth [94] The Plumose Anemone
Wildlife of The Solway Firth [94] The Plumose Anemone Metridium Senile by Mark Vollers This anemone is quite rightly often described as being one of the most beautiful of all native anemones, found on rocky coasts around the UK and Ireland, Western Europe and North America from low tide mark down to at least 100 […]
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