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SUMMARY:Illuminate: Festival of Ideas 2026
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Our small market town has inspired artists\, writers\, philosophers and activists through the ages – including John Ruskin\, JMW Turner\, Margaret Llewelyn Davies (campaigner for women’s suffrage) and the Brontë sisters. \nWe’d like to see Kirkby Lonsdale celebrated for more than its abundant natural beauty and we’re excited to see what fresh ideas we can inspire and explore! 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Through a short\, curated film series\, we’ll explore different aspects of what it means to be British in our increasingly diverse society. \nFamily\nIlluminate promises a fortnight of fun for all the family— from film club to live magic and captivating storytelling. \nWellness\nWith a focus on inspiring creativity\, promoting wellness and delivering inspiration\, our workshops are designed to spark fresh interests—or rekindle old ones.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ el_class=”page-illuminate-experience-images”][vc_single_image image=”4998″ img_size=”full” css=””][vc_single_image image=”4997″ img_size=”full” css=””][vc_single_image image=”5000″ img_size=”full”][vc_single_image image=”5001″ img_size=”full”][vc_single_image image=”5003″ img_size=”full”][vc_single_image image=”5004″ img_size=”full”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”page-illuminate-programme”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””] \nProgramme\nLime in Our Built Environment\n10am\, Saturday 7 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URL:https://www.kirkbylonsdale.co.uk/event/illuminate-festival-of-ideas/
LOCATION:St Mary’s Church\, Church Street\, Kirkby Lonsdale\, LA6 2AX
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,Family Friendly,Festival,For kids,Health & Wellbeing,Magic,Music,Speakers,Storytelling,Talks,Theatre,Workshop
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