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PRISM 2026 Takeover at Tullie This Summer Is a Must-See for Contemporary Art Lovers
PRISM 2026 Takeover at Tullie This Summer Is a Must-See for Contemporary Art Lovers An exhibition takeover by Prism Arts Tullie Museum & Art Gallery, Carlisle 18–26 July 2026 Free entry Prism Arts returns to Tullie this July with a vibrant exhibition takeover showcasing new work created over the past year by artists from Prism […]
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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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HEADS WILL ROLL: Echoes of an Iron Age mystery hidden in Cumbria’s carved stone heads.
HEADS WILL ROLL Echoes of an Iron Age mystery hidden in Cumbria’s carved stone heads. by Paul Eastham Two thousand sinister carved stone heads have been found in Cumbria and the north. What on earth are they? Sceptics argue the sculptures are too crude to have a profound meaning. But Iron Age specialists say the […]
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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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Easter fun for kids across Cumbria
EASTER FUN FOR KIDS ACROSS CUMBRIA Spring is in the air, the chocolate eggs are coming out, and Cumbria is packed with fantastic Easter events to keep the little ones entertained! by Danni Murphy From egg hunts to craft workshops, here’s our round-up of family fun you won’t want to miss this Easter. Muncaster Easter […]
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Gladiators, are you ready? Roman Carlisle comes alive at Tullie
Gladiators, are you ready? Where Worlds Met: Roman Carlisle comes alive at Tullie. by Danni Murphy Nearly two thousand years ago, Carlisle sat at the very edge of the Roman Empire. Known then as Luguvalium, it was a place of movement and exchange where soldiers, traders and families from across the Roman world lived side […]
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ARTIST IN FOCUS: DAVID HOLLINS – We find out more about the man behind our latest cover!
ARTIST IN FOCUS: DAVID HOLLINS David Hollins’ work captures fleeting light, emotional landscapes, and the everyday beauty of Cumbria’s natural and built environments. by Danni Murphy David Hollins is a Carlisle-based artist, originally from Blackpool, whose practice is rooted in place, instinct, and lived experience. He studied Fine Art at Canterbury Art College before retraining […]
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Popular book festival returns to Carlisle!
After a two-year hiatus, Borderlines Carlisle Book Festival is due to return to the border city this November. With 11 fantastic events running from Tuesday 4 November to Sunday 16 November, sessions will take place at Tullie, Cakes & Ale (both Castle Street) and The Old Fire Station. The festival, a celebration of the written […]
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From Andy Warhol to the humble sea mouse, new exhibition in Carlisle explores the world of colour
Colour: A Season of Shades, Tints and Tones 27 September 2025 – 25 January 2026 What is colour? Why does it mean different things in different cultures and times? And how has colour been linked to power, value, and even prejudice? This autumn, Tullie invites visitors to experience colour as never before in Colour: A […]
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Tullie Celebrates Award-Winning Success, Record Visitor Numbers and Vital Community Impact
Tullie Celebrates Award-Winning Success, Record Visitor Numbers and Vital Community Impact Tullie in Carlisle is celebrating a season of achievement. From national recognition for excellence to record-breaking visitor numbers and far-reaching community engagement, the independent charitable trust has a lot to shout about. Following a glowing VisitEngland assessment in July, Tullie secured an outstanding 90% […]
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