Things to do with kids in Cumbria

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Golden Star Hunt

3rd February-13th March 2026

Venue: Brockhole on Windermere

Address: Windermere, LA23 1FF

Discover the Magic Every Morning! Welcome to the Golden Star Hunt at Brockhole on Windermere! Nestled in the beautiful grounds of Brockhole and the charming White House, this morning adventure is perfect...

Halloween

Halloween Pumpkin Carving

25th-30th October 2026

Venue: Allan Bank and Grasmere

Address: Allan Bank, Grasmere, Ambleside, LA22 9QB

Have a go at carving a spooky pumpkin this half-term at Allan Bank. Unleash your creative skills on one of the pumpkins for Halloween. We’ll prepare the pumpkins ready for you get creative. All tools...

Theatre & Cinema

The Wizard of Oz

24th November-11th January 2026

Venue: Theatre by the Lake

Address: Lakeside, Keswick, CA12 5DJ

7.15pm; with morning and afternoon shows on selected dates. We’re not in Keswick anymore…From Aunty Em’s Cumbrian cottage Dorothy dreams of returning to her old life in London. But as she climbs...

Outdoor Events

Gosling Sike Wildlife Watch Group

17th January 2026

Venue: Gosling Sike

Address: Houghton Road, Houghton, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 0LD

2 to 4pm. Our wildlife group for 6- to 14-year-olds meets monthly at Gosling Sike for a variety of wildlife-themed activities, including nature walks, art and craft and conservation activities. Booking...

Theatre & Cinema

Ulverston Pantomime Society presents Puss in Boots

28th-31st January 2026

Venue: The Coro

Address: County Square, Ulverston, LA12 7LZ

An exciting and fun adventure with a Puss who takes charge of the action. This show comes to the Coro stage bristling with lots of fantastic imaginative ideas, it is a bright, upbeat pantomime with a huge...

Upcycle your glass jars this winter

Upcycle your glass jars this winter

Try creating your own Mini Snow Globe Ornaments – a fun, imaginative craft that kids will love.

Boost literacy at home

Boost literacy at home

Primary Times offers fun, at-home activities to help families support children’s literacy development.

Discover the joy of magic

Discover the joy of magic

Stephen Mulhern offers his tips on sharing the gift of magic this festive season.

Oh yes it is! It’s panto time!

Oh yes it is! It’s panto time!

From classic tales to comedy dames, make this year’s panto a family tradition to remember.

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