Reverend Theodore Bayley Hardy VC, DSO, MC
Chester is keen to tell the astonishing story of this modest Cumbrian vicar’s exceptional bravery and self-sacrifice in the First World War. Reverend Theodore Bayley Hardy VC, DSO, MC was the most decorated non-combatant in the First World War. He won the top three gallantry awards inside nine month and didn’t even carry a gun. […]
Jacob Polley Poetry Reading
Award-winning Carlisle born poet Jacob Polley will be reading from his forthcoming ‘Selected Poems’ followed by a Q & A session in Cakes and Ale, Carlisle.
Threshing Day – Rebecca Yarros Book Launch
Orientation starts at Basgiath war college on Tuesday 29th September and your presence is required! Have you ever wondered what it would be like to graduate from Navarre’s most prestigious collage? Well, now you don’t have to. Join us as class begins! *** To celebrate the release of Threshing Day by Rebecca Yarros, we have […]
Wellness and Watercolours
Relax with us and tap into your creative flow and inner glow with our paint and sip style event, combining a follow along facial and watercolour paint-along experience. We are bringing you a unique fusion experience, tapping in to self care, wellness and creative flow. The ultimate cosy night in…but out! Relax with us, and […]
Writing Workshop and Author Talk with Charlie Bingham
Join us for an evening all about writing, birds and bird-watching with nature writer Charlie Bingham as she discusses her new book ‘The Life-Affirming Magic of Birds’ and leads a writing workshop. Both a memoir and a practical guide to slowing down and noticing what’s around you, The Life‑Affirming Magic of Birds reveals how even […]
Carlisle’s Unity Festival
We’re celebrating 10 years of Carlisle’s Unity Festival! All invited to the 2026 Festival which will be unique and fun event which is for all ages – and it’s all free.
Cyanotypes in Nature
Join us for a workshop to create large sun prints on textiles
Cyanotype Printing in Nature (Family Drop-in)
Create magical sun prints on paper at this free and fun workshop – all welcome. Bring a picnic if you like!
Half Term Activities and Story Time
Join us this half term for bookish activities from a Mad Hatters treasure hunt to storytime with a bookseller. Suitable for all ages.
Author Signing with Kirstie Pelling
Joins us as we celebrate the release of Kirstie Pelling’s latest novel, Sink or Swim with a signing at 11am on Sunday 17th May.
