School Holidays
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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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 […]
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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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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 […]
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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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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, […]
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There’s lots of Spooktacular family fun happening in Cumbria this Halloween!
SPOOKTACULAR FAMILY FUN As the nights draw in and the pumpkins light up, Cumbria is preparing for Halloween! by Danielle Murphy From spooky castles and historic houses to lively family parties and magical theatre shows, there’s something for every little ghoul and ghost this October half-term. Here’s a look at some of the fang-tastic highlights […]
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Giant Soft Bricks Playland arrives at The Beacon Museum this summer
Giant Soft Bricks Playland arrives at The Beacon Museum this summer The Beacon Museum in Whitehaven invites families to discover a brand-new, immersive play experience like no other this summer. Between 21 June to 14 September 2025, Giant Soft Bricks Playland takes over the museum’s Harbour Gallery with a colourful indoor playground that promises endless […]
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10p swims are back; make a splash this summer!
Make a splash this summer! All schoolchildren aged up to 16 years old from the Cumberland area will be able to go for a swim in a choice of five indoor pools for only 10p over the school summer holidays. The discounted scheme will start from today (Monday 22 July) and has been put in […]
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The Challenge of School Summer Holidays… SOLVED!
The Challenge of School Summer Holidays… SOLVED! School holidays are exciting, but they can challenge parents seeking engaging and educational activities for their children. Enter the medieval reenactment at Greystoke Castle! Scheduled for this weekend (20th and 21st of July) this event promises to transform the historic castle grounds into a bustling medieval village. Imagine families […]
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