Around Carlisle’s Market Cross

Learn about how this popular feature has provided a rallying point for invading Jacobites, boisterous political meetings, the seasonal hiring of agricultural hands, and much, much more. Start time: 7pm Finish time: 8.30pm (approximately)
Rory Clements Signing “Evil in High Places”
We have the “master of war-time thrillers” coming into our store to sign copies of his latest novel “Evil in High Places.”
Lili Myers Author Signing “Dave & Me”
Waterstones Carlisle are incredibly pleased to welcome Lili Myers, Wife of the late Dave Myers (Hairy Biker and all around amazing human) to our store, where you will be able to chat with Lili and get signed copies of her intimate memoir, “Dave & Me.” Lily Myers, the widow of much-missed Hairy Biker Dave Myers, […]
Perspectives II Art Exhibition

Jacqui Ridley and Lesley Mieras will be displaying their colourful, atmospheric original art in the beautiful conservatory at Pear Tree Tea Room.
Carlisle Youth Zone Afternoon Raceday
Experience the Thrill of Summer Racing in the Heart of Cumbria! Looking for a memorable family day out this summer? Join us at Carlisle Racecourse for an exciting mix of live Flat racing and family-friendly fun with something for everyone, including your four-legged friends! Enjoy an afternoon of thrilling racing action, set against the stunning […]
Engine Lonning Discovery Day

Do you live within walking distance of Engine Lonning in Carlisle? Why not drop in and ‘go wild’ in your local woodland! A wild afternoon out for all ages – whether you’re interested in woodland wildlife, uncovering the past or lending a hand bashing a bit of balsam. Drop in any time between 12pm and […]
Joe Kent-Walters is Frankie Monroe: DEAD!!! (Good Fun Time)

Yorkshire’s biggest bastard and Edinburgh Comedy Award Best Newcomer 2024 is back, after yet another sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival! This time he’s dead… dead good! And also, dead. He’s a dead man. Join the nation’s favourite demonic entertainer, owner of a Working Mens Club in Rotherham what is also a portal to […]
The Cureheads + Siouxsie and the Budgiees

The original tribute to British ‘Godfathers of Goth’; The Cure. The Cureheads have been together since 1990 and celebrated 30 years together in 2020. They have recreated the look, sound and atmosphere of shows by The Cure and have taken their show around the UK, Spain, France, Italy, Eastern Europe, South America, Japan and The […]
Bow Wow Wow: ‘C-30, C-60, C-90 GO!’ 45th anniversary tour

‘C-30, C-60, C-90 GO!’ 45th anniversary tour. Annabella’s BOW WOW WOW features the original lead vocalist of BOW WOW WOW. Following on from the 2023 sold out tour supporting THE BEAT, Annabella’s BOW WOW WOW are back for the first UK headline tour in a decade. BOW WOW WOW were formed by Sex Pistols manager […]
Bad Manners

Bad Manners, featuring vocalist Buster Bloodvessel, were at the forefront of the ska revival movement in England in the late 70s. They quickly became the novelty favourites of the fad through their bald, enormous-bodied frontman’s silly on-stage antics, earning early exposure through 2-Tone Records package tours and an appearance in the live documentary Dance Craze. […]