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Beautiful Mind – Beautiful South Tribute
St Mary's Church Church Street, Kirkby LonsdaleEnjoy hit songs from legendary English pop rock group The Beautiful South performed by this amazing live band. All income from ticket sales will be shared between St Mary’s Church and the mental health charity Mind. Prices General £12.00 Under 18's £10.00 Tickets Book online → All tickets carry a small booking fee shown at time of purchase […]
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The Great Escaper
Lunesdale Hall Bective Road, Kirkby LonsdaleA biographical drama starring Michael Caine and Glenda Jackson, based on the true story of an 89-year-old British World War II Royal Navy veteran, Bernard Jordan, who ‘broke out’ of his nursing home to attend the 70th anniversary D-Day commemorations in Normandy, France in June 2014. Along the way, he is aided by strangers, makes […]
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Festival Foresty
St Mary's Church Church Street, Kirkby LonsdaleJoin us for 90 minutes of outdoor fun with crafts, storytelling and firepit for all the family. This is a chance to explore the outdoors together via storytelling, play, crafts and time chatting around a firepit eating smores. We look forward to welcoming old friends and new. A wet weather alternative will be available. Prices […]
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Sound Bath with Kate Paget-Tomlinson
Fraser Hall Cowan Bridge, CarnforthSound Baths are a creation of sound frequencies and vibrations from gongs, crystal bowls, Tibetan bowls, drums, chimes and more to facilitate the mind and body to achieve balance, harmony and deep relaxation that promotes healing on all levels. All welcome to come and unwind, relax and restore. Take some well deserved time out from […]
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Rhythm in Life
Kirkby Lonsdale Methodist Church Queen's Square, Kirkby LonsdaleRhythm plays a fundamental role in how we perceive and connect with the world around us. When we hear the word “rhythm,” music is likely the first thing that comes to mind. However, as Nina Kraus highlights in The Extraordinary Ways Rhythm Shapes Our Lives (MIT Press, 2023), rhythm is far more than just a musical concept. […]
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Running in the Family with Dr Adam Rutherford
St Mary's Church Church Street, Kirkby LonsdaleGenealogy has become one of the most popular hobbies in Britain. Thanks to programmes like ‘Who do You Think You Are’, many exciting stories have emerged. However, it is science’s job, and the solemn duty of scientists, to ruin good stories with cold hard facts. And in this case, some juicy maths. And some sordid […]
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Kensuke’s Kingdom
Lunesdale Hall Bective Road, Kirkby LonsdaleA young boy, shipwrecked on a remote island, discovers he's not alone when he encounters an old Japanese soldier who retreated there after World War II. As dangerous invaders appear on the horizon, it becomes clear they must join forces to save their fragile island paradise. This gripping hand-drawn animated tale with its message of […]
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Dark Skies and Stargazing
St Mary's Church Church Street, Kirkby LonsdaleCumbria’s dark skies allow us to see the natural wonder of the stars, but are also critical for the health wildlife and our own natural well-being. Sadly light pollution in Cumbria is increasing each year, threatening to obscure our view of the stars and blinding and confusing animals so they can’t feed or find a […]
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The Old Oak
Lunesdale Hall Bective Road, Kirkby LonsdaleThe latest film from Ken Loach and the third in his ‘austerity’ trilogy. The Old Oak is the last pub standing in a once-thriving mining community that has fallen on hard times after 30 years of decline. Pub landlord TJ Ballantyne hangs on by his fingertips, but his predicament is further imperilled when the pub […]
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Ben Reel
St Mary's Church Church Street, Kirkby LonsdaleIn a solo career spanning 25 years, Ben Reel has received worldwide critical acclaim with appearances on the BBC and RTE. Having supported the likes of Jools Holland and The Cranberries, he has also collaborated musically with talent such as Hal Ketchum and The Blockheads and has co written and performed live with some of […]
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Sedbergh Eco Market
St. Andrew’s Church Finkle Street, SedberghA bumper bunch of craft, food and information stalls all on the environmental side of things. Natural and sustainable products Recycled and upcycled arts and crafts Delicious eco-friendly foods Information on protecting the environment Organised by Sedbergh Environmental Network
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Finding a Voice
St Mary's Church Church Street, Kirkby Lonsdalewith authors William Fiennes and Anthony McGowan Sponsored by Rathbones Investment Management William Fiennes and Anthony McGowan will share their thoughts on writing, creativity and finding your voice. William Fiennes is the bestselling author of ‘The Snow Geese’ and ‘The Music Room’, and co-founder of First Story, England’s leading creative writing charity for young people: www.firststory.org.uk. Celebrated YA author Anthony McGowan […]