Fergus Butler-Gallie: Twelve Churches
Fergus will take us from Bethlehem and the birth of Christ some 2000-odd years ago, to the immediate present and future of Christianity. He brings together a Baptist Church in the segregationist American South with a medieval monastery in the heart of the Greek countryside; the Vatican – beautiful, imposing, vainglorious, the seat of Catholicism […]
Organ Recital with Edward Taylor
Edward Taylor is currently Assistant Organist, and Director of the Cathedral Consort, at Carlisle Cathedral. He is also in demand as a concert organist and Choral conductor. Edward holds a Bachelor of Music Degree from the University of Leeds and is an Associate of the Royal College of Organists. He has studied the organ with […]
Afternoon Recital: Sophie ILiaifar (soprano) and Winnie Su (piano)
Our popular series of free Afternoon Recitals continues — we’re delighted to welcome Sophie Iliaifar and Winnie Su to the Fratry Hall. Winnie Su is a young Chinese-Australian pianist, currently undertaking Masters in Piano and Music Education at RNCM with Professors Graham Scott and Kathryn Stott, where she is also a tutor of piano at […]
Pop-up Charity Shop – Vintage and Retro
A pop-up charity shop by the Friends of Carlisle Victorian & Turkish Baths offering pre-loved, and some new, clothing and accessories, mostly womenswear, and including vintage and Retro labels. Open Friday 13 & Saturday 14 March, 10am to 4pm, and Sunday 15 March, 11am to 3pm. All purchases go towards the Friends of Carlisle Victorian […]
Author Talks: Neil Lancaster
We are thrilled to be joined by Neil Lancaster on Wednesday 18th March at 6.30pm as he chats about his topical, timely and suspenseful new thriller in his bestselling DS Max Craigie series, The Dark Heart.
The Carlisle Teenage Market
These budding entrepreneurs, performers and tastemakers are set to dazzle you with their creativity – it’s not to be missed! Part market, part music festival, 100% high energy! Expect one-of-a kind jewellery, bespoke bags, 3D printed gadgets, tasty bakes and much more. Plus, free face painting between 12pm and 2pm! Opening times: 10am-3.30pm Cash payments […]
Dreaming The Heavens
Cumbrian Chamber Choir, The Wordsworth Singers, present their next concert, Dreaming The Heavens. Choral music inspired by the imagination from Hildegard of Bingen to the present day, including Britten’s Hymn to St Cecilia
Easter Saturday Family Raceday
Get ready for an Easter Saturday like no other at Carlisle Racecourse on 4 April 2026! Our Family Raceday Extravaganza combines thrilling jump racing with a carnival of fun for all ages. Better than that? Kids go FREE! Cheer on northern-trained horses in a full programme of exciting races while soaking up the festive Easter […]
Go North Finals Raceday
Get ready for an action-packed day of premier Jump racing at Carlisle, as the three-day Go North festival comes to a crescendo. It’s the ultimate highlight of the season for northern-based owners and trainers chasing success. Now in its sixth year, the Go North Finals has established itself as a key fixture in the northern […]
The Pantaloons: Twelfth Night
“Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them!” Get in a fight. Cross-dress. Throw on some yellow stockings. Love can make you do the funniest things…! Family-friendly fun with live music and audience participation. The show will begin at 7pm. Take a picnic and something to sit on!
