Craftsmen at The Priory
A showcase event featuring the work of 20 artists and makers from across the north of England and SW Scotland. Now in its 48th year (we think), we have set the scene for this annual exhibition which takes place in the medieval Dacre Hall, Lanercost. A magnificent setting in its own right, it’s worth just […]
Carlisle and Cumbria Artists’ Annual Exhibition
Carlisle & Cumbria Artists Annual Exhibition:
Tick Tock Marvels: The Playful World of Automata
Step into a world of fantastical characters that move as if with a life of their own. Turn handles, set figures in motion, and watch stories spring to life before your eyes. Every twist, spin, and click brings something surprising, magical, and delightfully mechanical into action. Tick Tock Marvels invites children, families, and curious minds […]
Valais Blacknose Beauties National Show and Sale
Celebrate a decade of one of the UK’s most unique agricultural events at the 10th Anniversary Blacknose Beauties National Show & Sale in Carlisle, Cumbria. This flagship event in the Valais Blacknose Society calendar brings together breeders, farmers, smallholders, and visitors from around the world to celebrate the much-loved Valais Blacknose sheep – famously nicknamed […]
Cumbria Business Expo 2026
Cumbria’s Largest Business to Business Exhibition returns for 2026! The Cumbria Business Expo is back and promises to be bigger and better than ever before! The exhibition returns to Carlisle Racecourse on Friday the 5th of June 2026. Each year the Exhibition attracts a mixture of businesses from across Cumbria, all looking to meet new contacts, raise brand awareness and develop […]
Common Horizons – A Sense of Connection
This exhibition is about the inspiration we take from our local landscapes, and features the artwork of Jacqui Ridley and Lesley Mieras. Coast, marsh, woodland and fell – all will feature in this colourful collection of atmospheric art, in a variety of media including pastels, paint and watercolour. As well as art, there will be […]
A British Museum Partnership Exhibition: Gladiators of Britain
Think of gladiators and your mind probably wanders to central Rome and the Colosseum (or Russell Crowe). But did you know there were gladiators in Britain? Carlisle was home to the largest fort on Hadrian’s Wall at the very northern edge of the empire – did gladiators walk where the museum stands today? This exhibition […]
Uncovering Roman Carlisle: Where Worlds Met
Discover the latest chapter in the ongoing exploration of Roman Carlisle. This new exhibition is the third in our series showcasing the remarkable discoveries from the Uncovering Roman Carlisle archaeological dig at Carlisle Cricket Club in Stanwix – one of the most exciting archaeological projects in the region. Where Worlds Met explores themes of migration and settlement, revealing […]
Wedding Fayre
Welcome to the Crown & Mitre Hotel Wedding Fayre 2026! Join us at Crown & Mitre Hotel on February 1, 2026 at 12:00 AM for a day filled with wedding inspiration and fun. Whether you’re a bride-to-be, groom, or part of the wedding party, this event is perfect for you. Explore a variety of vendors […]
Steve Blake: Photography Exhibition
You’ll find a range of photographic gifts, limited edition prints, greetings cards, and his perpetual calendars. You can also find out about his bespoke and group photography workshops – for the budding photographer in your life. Steve Blake is a Cumbria based landscape photographer with over 40 years’ experience. His photographic values are simple – […]
