Discover what's on in the Lake District and Cumbria

Come and grab a delicious, freshly made pizza.
Urban Wood fire offers Traditional Neapolitan wood fired pizzas cooked at 480 degrees in 60 seconds in a converted race horse trailer.

After a day of adventure, what could be better than a classic British favourite, hot and fresh? The fish and chip van visits the caravan site once a week, ready to serve up the perfect holiday meal.

A scenic two-hour evening cruise from Pooley Bridge pier, with gin-tasting samples provided by Chestnut House and live music from Fiona Hanlon.

The fish & chip evening cruise is a firm favourite, featuring musical entertainment from Pete Lashley. This is a two-hour evening cruise from Pooley Bridge pier with a fish & chip supper (veggie/gluten-free options available on booking).

A great family day out in a picturesque location, Skelton Show has been running since the late 1800’s and has grown from a small local show to one of the major agricultural shows in Cumbria.

The fish & chip evening cruise is a firm favourite, featuring musical entertainment from Pete Lashley. This is a two-hour evening cruise from Glenridding pier with a fish & chip supper (veggie/gluten-free options available on booking).

Penrith Show is a longstanding agricultural event, showcasing farming, livestock and rural life. It offers a diverse range of competitions, trade stands, food halls and family entertainment.

The legendary hydroplane, Bluebird K7 will be returning to Ullswater on the 23^rd of July 2025 to celebrate the 70th anniversary of speed ace Donald Campbell’s first World Water Speed Record.

Kendal Calling is an award-winning, four-day music and arts festival held annually in the picturesque Lake District, offering a diverse lineup of musical acts, comedy, and family-friendly entertainment. If you are looking for accommodation near to Kendal Calling Waterfoot Park is close by.

The annual Sheep Dog Trials take place at Hill Farm at Ings. There are Open Sheep Dog Trials, hound trails, dog show, trade and craft stands and refreshments - something for all the family.

A fantastic day out. Discover the best of farming and the countryside, as well as seeing some of the country’s top quality livestock, shop till you drop amongst hundreds of trade stands or get involved with our Rural Craft have-a-go areas.

Capture the beauty of dawn through your camera lens, Cumbrian based professional photographer Charlotte Graham will be on board to share tips. This is a special, memory-making experience for photography enthusiasts and early risers.

Nestled amidst beautiful gardens, Dalemain hosts a range of exciting events throughout the year. Notable is The World Marmalade Awards and Festival. Just down the road from the park, stop for coffee, enjoy lunch, a delicious afternoon tea or shop for all things marmalade!

Known for its distinctive red sandstone buildings, the northern Cumbrian town of Penrith offers a variety of shops and eateries, plus, the Tuesday Market where shoppers can enjoy a variety of stalls from independent traders.

Located in the heart of this pretty northern Lake District town, the popular Keswick Market attracts both locals & visitors alike. There's a wide selection of award-winning food, local produce, and handcrafted gifts.

Rheged is a gallery, café, cinema, shopping venue, workplace and creative space on the edge of the Northern Lakes. Check out their website for further information and what's on guide.

Arguably in one of the prettiest settings you'll find a theatre, the aptly named 'Theatre by the Lake' sets the scene for a host of theatre productions, films, festivals and talks. Keswick is approx. 25 minutes from Waterfoot, and the theatre itself is just a ten-minute walk from the town centre.