The greatest love story ever told – through ballet. An ancient family feud casts a long shadow over the town of Verona. In this hothouse of tension, brawls are quick to break out and both sides get caught in the crossfire.

Be transported into an ethereal world where a sprinkling of fairy dust makes dreams come true. This enchanting ballet by The Royal Ballet’s Founding Choreographer Frederick Ashton is a theatrical experience for all the family.

After a shipwreck, an intelligent robot called Roz is stranded on an uninhabited island. To survive the harsh environment, Roz bonds with the island's animals and cares for an orphaned baby goose.

Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan (Alan Partridge, The Trip) plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove.

 When a rogue U.S General triggers a nuclear attack, a surreal race takes place, seeing the Government and one eccentric scientist scramble to avert global destruction. This explosively funny satire is led by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award-winner Armando Iannucci (The Thick of It, Veep) and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley (The Upstart Crow, The Play What I Wrote).

Learn a new skill and enjoy the freedom to get creative while making your own glass bowl to take home. With hands-on guidance from Roxanne youll get a beginner-friendly introduction to different forms of glass, how colour changes in the kiln and the basics of glass compatibility as you learn how to cut and fuse glass. All materials and use of equipment are included in the price; just bring images for inspiration if desired. Your finished piece can be collected from Rheged a couple of weeks after the class. Roxanne is an award-winning glass artist, who produces colourful and abstract fused glass pieces including bowls, wall art, coasters, jewellery and much more. Roxanne has been teaching glass courses for the past nine years and loves to bring out the creativity of her students and see the pieces that they produce. Times: 10-1pm Minimum age 16 years Maximum of 8 in the class 70pp

2 Day Course, 10-4pm each day You may know the basics, maybe you have set up your own loom and woven some patterns and need a refresher or maybe you have never woven before and would love to have a go. This two-day course will take you through the whole process of winding a warp and dressing a loom to weaving cloth. Jan will provide you with all the tips, tricks and techniques to ease your journey into weaving. All the materials are provided and included in the price. Jan has over 30 years experience in the textile field both as a teacher, and as a designer and maker of contemporary woven textiles for fashion and interiors Maximum 8 People Minimum age 16 160 inc all the materials Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Discover the ancient art of Kintsugi in a fun and creative way and create beautiful ceramic pieces to take home. Kintsugi celebrates the Japanese philosophy of the beauty of imperfection. Youll learn how to safely break pottery and to repair it with gold, thereby embracing the cracks to make unique pieces of art. You will be given your own toolbox which will contain all the items you need for this workshop. Your Kintsugi pieces will make beautiful mementoes of the day which can be used as ornaments or as gifts. Amelia has a Master's degree in the Conservation of Cultural Heritage from the University of Lincoln. She is a gilt frame, objects, and decorative surfaces conservator and restorer and has worked in the Fine Arts sector for over 4 years gaining extensive experience in restoring and conserving antiques. During this time, she worked with Kintsugi and developed the technique for beginners to enjoy this creative art. 55 pp inc materials Max Number 12 Minimum age 18 years 10.30-1pm 2h 30m Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Discover the art of collagraph printmaking in this engaging two-day workshop with Jenny McCabe. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced printmaker, this class is designed to inspire creativity and help you develop new skills. Over the course of two days, participants will explore lots of card collagraph techniques, creating textured plates that will make unique prints. Led by Jenny, an experienced and fun tutor, this class offers a supportive space for learning and creativity. All materials are provided, just bring your own aprons, sketches or photographs you would like to work from and be ready to enjoy the process and leave with your own handmade plate and prints! Jenny is an experienced artist and printmaker based in Lancaster, focusing her work on the birds we find in our gardens, hedgerows and fields, using traditional printmaking techniques. 10am-5pm each day 185 pp inc materials Max Number 12 Minimum age 18 years Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Develop some different watercolour techniques that can be used for portraits. Photographs and photocopies will be used as source material for the portraits eliminating a lot of the time usually taken to draw out before painting. Catherine MacDiarmid has exhibited widely including the Mall Galleries and was a semi-finalist in the Sky Portrait Artists of the Year 2019. Catherine has 28 years experience teaching art courses. Please bring with you: A3 watercolour paper x 3. These should be rough or NOT in texture and at least 140IB/300gms. They can be loose, stretched on separate boards or in a block pad. Pencils HB and 4,6 or 8B. Tracing paper or trace down. A4 photocopy of a face/head that you want to paint. Make this fill the A4 surface. Have the photo in a colour form as well either a photograph or digital image. Watercolour paints. A range of soft watercolour brushes (make sure one is large No 12 round or flat or similar. Water spray bottle. Paper towels. We have a Design shop at Rheged in case you are missing any materials. 10am-4pm, 70 pp Max number of 14 people | Minimum age 16 Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

During this six hour workshop, you will learn the basic metal smithing techniques of sawing, sizing accurately, filing, sanding, texturing, stamping and soldering. Starting off working in copper and brass until you have a feel for the metal, you will then move onto making your silver rings. You will leave with a beautiful spinner ring or possibly two for you to add to your own jewellery collection or give as a handmade gift! Materials are provided in the class but please bring 25 in cash to pay for these on the day. Gail has a background in fine art and graphic design and studied spatial design at the University of Salford. She discovered the joy of metalwork over 15 years ago and started her own business making and selling jewellery. Now, she has her own jewellery school, based in the artists collective she is part of in Runcorn. 85pp +25 material fees payable to tutor in cash on the day Max Number 8 Minimum age 16 years 10am-4pm 6h Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

During this six hour workshop, you will learn the basic metal smithing techniques of sawing, sizing accurately, filing, sanding, bezel setting, drilling glass and soldering. You will leave with at least one piece of beautiful sea glass jewellery that you have made yourself. All materials will be provided in the class but please bring 25 in cash to pay for materials on the day and bring your own sea glass. If you don't have any already, you can find and buy sea glass on Etsy! Gail has a background in fine art and graphic design and studied spatial design at the University of Salford. She discovered the joy of metalwork over 15 years ago and started her own business making and selling jewellery. Now, she has her own jewellery school, based in the artists collective she is part of in Runcorn. 85pp +25 material fees payable to tutor in cash on the day Max Number 8 Minimum age 16 years 10am-4pm 6h Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Presented by Speakers from the Edge ‘Touching the Void’ mountaineer, Simon Yates, is a veteran of over eighty expeditions to high/remote mountains around the globe and shows no signs of slowing down. This is his story of the last decade, of new adventures and climbs in the far north and south, along with summits in South America, Central Asia and the Himalaya. In 2023, Simon travelled with legendary British mountaineer Mick Fowler to attempt the un-climbed north face of Patkhor in Tajikistan, but contracted food poisoning from their freeze-dried food on just the second day. After some debate, they continued, but this was just the beginning of a series of events that would see them run out of food, retreat below the summit in a storm and Simon taking a bone-breaking 100m fall during the descent. After two days of lying on the glacier waiting for a helicopter, rescuers finally arrived but were unable to carry Simon down. Somehow, he would need to summon the energy for the painful three day walk to safety. A survival classic, with the added twists of a fast-paced thriller.

A chance to learn some sewing techniques with a takeaway creation to enhance your home. Join Ashlea for this hands on class, designed to teach you the basic methods of pattern placement, piping, putting in a zip and finishing techniques to make your own high quality cushion. All you need to bring is your sewing machine. Ashlea will provide zips, the fabric, piping cord and threads, which are all included in the price. If you also need 18 inch inners, these will be available to buy on the day for 8 please bring cash. Ashea has studied and worked within the design industry since 2005. Ashlea has a strong knowledge of interiors and design, priding herself on producing high quality hand sewn soft furnishing. 10am 3pm Maximum number 10 Minimum Age 14 55 inc all materials Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Learn the art of contemporary gilding, how it has changed over time and how you can use it in your own home to give your possessions the Midas touch! During the workshop you will learn how to gild a picture frame with Dutch Gold leaf and add your own unique flair to an ornament, object or fresh flower. Gilding is a relaxing and creative experience that you can share with others Your golden picture frame and gilded decoration will make stunning mementoes of the day or beautiful gifts for loved ones. Amelia has a Master's degree in the Conservation of Cultural Heritage and is a gilt frame, objects and decorative surfaces conservator and restorer. She has worked in the Fine Arts sector for over four years restoring and conserving antiques. All materials are provided and included in the price Times: 10.30am-1pm Minimum Age 16 years Maximum of 12 in a class 55 pp Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Live-action adaptation of the 1937 Disney animated film Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.

Brett Tippie is a multi-talented professional extreme sports athlete – a pioneer of Freeride Mountain Biking who kicked off his career while simultaneously competing on the World Cup circuit for Giant Slalom & Snowboard Cross for the Canadian National Team! From rising to become one of the most prominent mountain bikers in the world, to losing it all and living on the streets, to redemption and resurrection of his professional career, Brett has been through it all and will tell the stories of his wild and inspiring roller-coaster of a career!

Cat is a solitary animal, but as his home is devastated by a great flood, he finds refuge on a boat populated by various species, and will have to team up with them despite their differences. In the lonesome boat sailing through mystical overflowed landscapes, they navigate the challenges and dangers of adapting to this new world.

A mysterious portal pulls four misfits into the Overworld, a bizarre, cubic wonderland that thrives on imagination. To get back home, they'll have to master the terrain while embarking on a magical quest with an unexpected crafter named Steve.

Oscar-nominated Rosamund Pike (Gone Girl, Saltburn) is Jessica in the much-anticipated next play from the team behind Prima Facie. Jessica Parks is a smart Crown Court Judge at the top of her career. Behind the robe, she is a karaoke fiend, a loving wife and a supportive parent. When an event threatens to throw her life completely off balance, can she hold her family upright? Writer Suzie Miller, director Justin Martin, and composer Self Esteem, reunite following their global phenomenon Prima Facie, with this searing examination of modern motherhood and masculinity.

During this workshop, you will design, cut and print five reduction lino prints in two colours, plus white. The class is ideal for those who have some experience in single cut lino printing and wish to develop their skills further. It is also suitable for beginners. The workshop will cover: Introduction to the process of reduction lino printing and points to consider when creating a two colour design. Transferring the design onto a printing block Preparing the block and paper for accurate registration using the Ternes Burton registration method Cutting the design into the block, giving thought to how the separate layers of colour will print; and Printing two layers of colour with professional water-based relief printing inks using a printing press. Learn how to print without a press too. Participants will be sent notes prior to the workshop to consider and prepare a design beforehand. Cumbrian based artist Liz Jones is a printmaker, textile designer and experienced tutor. Liz is one of the four core makers who established nest. based in Rheged and has also been an exhibitor in the annual Great Print show in Rheged's Gallery. Liz works mainly in linocut to create original block printed fabric designs, which she screen prints onto linen and cotton. All materials including soft cut lino, tools and printing ink will be provided for you. Please bring with you: Designs & ideas An Apron Old Clothes 10am-4pm 90 including materials Minimum age 16. Maximum of 7 in the class Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

This compelling documentary takes viewers on a breath-taking journey showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder, or surprise, than the ocean. In the film the legendary broadcaster and filmmaker reveals how his lifetime has coincided with the great age of ocean discovery. Through spectacular sequences featuring coral reefs, kelp forests and the open ocean, Attenborough shares why a healthy ocean keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing. Stunning, immersive cinematography showcases the wonder of life under the seas and exposes the never-before-seen realities and challenges facing our ocean, from destructive fishing techniques to mass coral reef bleaching. Ultimately the story is one of optimism, with Attenborough showcasing inspirational stories from around the world to deliver his greatest message: the ocean can recover to a glory beyond anything anyone has ever seen.

PIG changes are coming! Join Peppa Pig and her family at the cinema as they get ready for their biggest adventure yet: welcoming a new baby! There’s no better time to embark on a full house renovation, shop for a new car and make special memories together. Celebrate the beginning of an exciting new era of Peppa Pig at this special, big screen experience with an hour of laughter, tears and loads of heartwarming moments. With 10 oinktastic new episodes, 6 brand new songs and music videos, your little ones can dance and sing along with Peppa and her family and friends. The wait is finally over... join Peppa and George as they meet their new baby sibling for the first time at Peppa Meets the Baby Cinema Experience!

Enjoy a day weaving a scarf using a four-shaft table loom and beautiful coloured yarn. Jan will have her Ashford table top looms all warped up ready for you to weave a scarf width and length. Jan will provide patterns and yarn to enjoy a day of weaving. This class is both highly addictive and therapeutic with the repetitive action of firing the shuttle back and forth. Its suitable for those totally new to weaving as well as those wishing to hone their skills on pattern reading. Jan has over 30 years experience in the textile field both as a teacher and as a designer and maker of contemporary woven textiles for fashion and interiors. 10am -4pm Maximum 8 people Minimum age 16 80 inc all materials Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

This course is a perfect introduction to weaving for beginners. Enjoy a day of weaving a tartan scarf using a four-shaft table loom. Explore classic tartan weaving patterns and go home with a lovely scarf. Jan will have the looms set up, ready to go, when you arrive in the workshop room which is spacious and bright with views of the fields. Jan has over 30 years experience in the textile field both as a teacher and as a designer and maker of contemporary woven textiles for fashion and interiors. 10am -4pm Maximum 8 people Minimum age 16 80 pp including materials Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Jigsaw Lino printing is a great way of producing a multicoloured print using one block and one layer of ink. I will help participants to plan a suitable design and help them transfer it onto a lino block. The designs will be carved and then we will cut the block into separate jigsaw pieces to be inked and printed in different colours. Workshop notes will be shared before the workshop to enable participants to give thought to a design. All materials needed for the day will be provided but please bring an apron. Cumbrian based artist Liz Jones is a printmaker, textile designer and experienced tutor. Liz is one of the four core makers who established nest. based in Rheged and has also been an exhibitor in the annual Great Print show in Rheged's Gallery. Liz works mainly in linocut to create original block printed fabric designs, which she screen prints onto linen and cotton. 10am-4pm 90 including materials Minimum age 16. Maximum of 7 in the class Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Learn how to weave two layers of fabric at the same time. Create tubes, pockets and double width fabric on a 4 shaft table loom. This will be a day of sampling this interesting technique Jan has over 30 years experience in the textile field both as a teacher and as a designer and maker of contemporary woven textiles for fashion and interiors. Beginners welcome but if you already can weave this will cover all the technical info you need to know. Looms will be set up and ready to go 10am -4pm Maximum 8 people Minimum age 16 80 inc all materials Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Ever wondered how rings are made? Would you like to learn? During this class you will learn exactly how to make your own rings and set a stone. We will start in copper or brass while we perfect your technique and the final rings will be made in silver once you understand the process. You will leave with beautiful rings, one of which will be set with a stone. On this course you will learn basic metal smithing techniques of sawing, sizing accurately, filing, sanding, hammer texturing, stamping, soldering and basic stone setting. All materials will be provided in the class but please bring 25 in cash to pay for materials on the day Gail has a background in fine art and graphic design and studied spatial design at the University of Salford. She discovered the joy of metalwork over 15 years ago and started her own business making and selling jewellery. Now, she has her own jewellery school, based in the artists collective she is part of in Runcorn. 85pp +25 material fees payable to tutor in cash on the day Max Number 8 Minimum age 16 years 10am-4pm 6h Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Wondered how jewellery is made? Would you like to learn? During this taster you will learn exactly how to make your own pendant. One in copper or brass while we perfect your technique and the final one in silver once you understand the process. You will leave with a beautiful piece of jewellery and a sound knowledge of how you did it. On this course you will learn basic metal smithing techniques of sawing, filing, sanding, hammer texturing, stamping and soldering. All materials will be provided in the class but please bring 25 in cash to pay for materials on the day Gail has a background in fine art and graphic design and studied spatial design at the University of Salford. She discovered the joy of metalwork over 15 years ago and started her own business making and selling jewellery. Now, she has her own jewellery school, based in the artists collective she is part of in Runcorn. 85pp +25 material fees payable to tutor in cash on the day Max Number 8 Minimum age 16 years 10am-4pm 6h Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Title to be confirmed in October Feature Film: From gripping tales of mountaineering expeditions to poignant reflections on our relationship with nature, the films featured at Kendal Mountain Festival offer a window into the world of outdoor adventure and the human spirit that drives it. They challenge, inspire, and entertain, leaving a lasting impression on audiences long after the credits roll. Join the team for a special screening of one of this years most exciting feature films. This team favourite is one that you don't want to miss! Full details to follow. 1h 45m

Films TBC over the Festival weekend once the competition winners have been announced. Kendal Mountain Festival is a true melting pot for outdoor enthusiasts, industry professionals, and athletes alike. It's a place to learn and engage, with a diverse program of talks, demonstrations, and outdoor activities led by experts and seasoned adventurers. From thought-provoking discussions on environmental issues to exhilarating 10k runs, the festival offers something for everyone. Each year, the festival showcases films that capture the spirit of adventure, exploration, and environmental awareness. These films, crafted by talented filmmakers from around the world, transport viewers to breath taking landscapes, introduce them to inspiring individuals, and ignite a passion for the outdoors. Sit back and enjoy a curated collection of the best films from this years 2025 Festival. 2h 30m inc interval

In the first half of the class, you'll dive right in with a fun practice piece. Learn the art of preparing clay, choosing the perfect botanicals, imprinting with style, mixing plaster like a pro, and mastering the reveal as you bring your botanical creation to life. Every step, fully guided. After lunch, it'll be time to bring your vision to life! Craft your final cast with newfound skills, adding personal touches and learning a few tricks for finishing, displaying, and exploring new ideas at home. Walk away with your own botanical casts, new skills, and a fresh perspective on how to bring nature into your art. You'll be provided with all materials too. Hannah lives in the North West and forages for the majority of the botanicals used for the castings in her workshops. This means that the selection available changes with the seasons and the pieces created are constantly changing too. Hannah believes that allowing yourself to take time to be creative is important for overall wellbeing. 10am -3pm Maximum 15 people Minimum age 16 65 inc all materials Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Yarn hooking is a relaxed and creative craft. It is similar to the old age method of rug making but we will be using yarn, a finer hooking tool and fine weave hessian instead of strips of cloth during the workshop. During the workshop, you will create your own Five Sheep picture. You will be working on one of Caroles custom -made Hooking Frames, which is yours to take home with you at the end of the day. There will be lots of yarn colours to choose from - so you can make them as colourful as you like or stick to traditional sheep colours. You will first practice the hooking technique on a piece of hessian and continue until you feel ready to start on your Sheep picture. Once you master the hooking technique, it is rhythmic, relaxing and a therapeutic craft. You will not finish your design in the day, but you will have all the skill, yarn and tools required to finish your design at home. The price of the class includes the cost of the materials which includes the yarn, hooking tool, hooking frame and pattern drawn on the hessian which is yours to take away. Carole of hooked by design is a self-confessed yarnaholic and a maker. Carole got hooked on hooking with yarn after seeing the craft at a local Agricultural Show about 30 years ago. Carole regularly exhibits at shows including Wonderwool, Buxton Wool Gathering and Cumbrian Wool Gathering amongst others. 105 pp including the cost of a kit worth 35 and a hooking frame worth 32 10am-4pm Maximum class size 12 Minimum age 18 years Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

The 22nd Wainwright Memorial Lecture Presented by Alfred Wainwright's great-niece - Linda Collinge In Support of Great North Air Ambulance Service Alfred Wainwright's great-niece shows us more of the story of the legendary fell walker and author of the 'Pictorial Guides to the Lakeland Fells'. From his roots in Yorkshire and an upbringing in Lancashire, to his later life in Kendal, we see him through the eyes of his family and the times in which he lived. Linda Collinge, the grand-daughter of Wainwright's older sister, Annie, was born and raised in Blackburn and shares her memories of great-uncle Alfred and the industrial town which shaped him. Tickets are priced at 12.00 each (8.00 for Society Members - please bring card on evening) and can be purchased by calling Rheged on: 01768 868000 or online at www.rheged.com/event 1h

Go further into your linocut printmaking journey. This course is designed for those who have already taken Lauras Linocut Workshop and want to progress to the next stage - making prints from multiple lino blocks. Laura is author of Botanical Prints in Linocut published 2025. We will develop the skills needed for successfully designing & making prints that comprise multiple layers. - Layer your designs to achieve different effects - Learn what to consider at the all important design stage to exploit the medium to maximum advantage - Textural background, revealing the paper in new ways, non stop colour and layered effects. - Open up new design potential - no more boring white backgrounds. With multiple blocks you can flood your image with colour and plan for interesting print layers which can be printed in different ways for each successive print. - Learn simple registration methods - an easy way to position your blocks so that they align for a perfect print every time. As always, we will use professional quality materials and plenty of elbow grease to turn your seed of an idea into a print to be proud of. All you need to bring is your apron - your natural curiosity travels with you no matter what! Tickets available to previous members who have attended the beginners class only. Please contact [email protected] if you need help booking Times: 9.30am-4.30pm Minimum age 16 years Maximum of 10 in the class 95 Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

The Scottish Outdoor and Adventure Film Tour is a UK-wide film festival celebrating the best of Scotlands outdoors, nature, and filmmakers. Get ready to be inspired by an unforgettable evening of films celebrating the best of the Scottish outdoors, adventure and nature. From north coast surfing to Himalayan mountaineering, Scottish winter climbing to stories of searching for some of Scotland's rarest flora and fauna. There truly is something for everyone. Our aim is to bring people together for evenings of authentic, high-quality film entertainment that showcase and celebrate the best of Scottish adventure sports, nature, filmmakers and landscapes through inclusive and inspirational events for all. The Martin Moran Round [17 min] Follows full-time staff nurse and athlete Robin Downie, who became the first person to complete the 'Martin Moran Round', an endurance challenge set amongst the rugged peaks and wild glens of the North West Highlands of Scotland. Inspired by the local mountains of his youth and Martin's record-breaking Munros round back in 1984, Robin dreamt up this epic challenge to raise funds for the Martin Moran Foundation and push his own personal limits.'These were Martin's local hills; he knew them better than anyone and shared them with many of us throughout his life. Martin spent lots of time investing in the community he lived in, especially in the young people. Hearing about his adventures and reading his books has inspired me to push and challenge myself even further in my love for hill running. The route crosses over 90 km of wild, pathless terrain, with over 8,890m of ascent, and includes 9 Munros and 6 Corbetts. Not only was Robin the first to complete this epic race, but he was also the architect of this new round, and we hope many more will take on this challenge. Directed by Jimmy Hyland Footsteps: [33 min] Following in the footsteps of the first all-female mountaineering expedition to the Himalayas in 1955, Footsteps follows a team of Scottish women exploring what success in the mountains looks like, environmentally, morally, culturally, and personally. Directed by Emma Holgate Finding Bo: [13 min] Finding Bo tells the story of how Scottish photographer Karen Miller fell in love with one mountain hare, Bo, and her journeys up into the snowy Monadhliath Mountains each winter to find her. The film tells the story of how Karen found herself as a photographer in the Scottish Highlands and how she fell in love with the threatened mountain hare. We see Karen take a different approach to her craft by forming profound personal relationships with the animals she photographs. Directed by Rachel Sarah The Pine Hunters: [11 min] Two intrepid ecologists journey to the loneliest Scots Pine in Britain to record the last of our ancient wild Caledonian forests. Directed by Ted Simpson Three Wheeled Drive: [16 min] Three Wheeled Drive is an inspiring film about three ordinary physically disabled cyclists: Neil, John, and Caroline. They embark on an extraordinary journey to reach and stay in a remote bothy in the Highlands of Scotland, overcoming hardcore challenges on the route. The film demonstrates how, through planning and determination, they conquer their fears and anxiety, venturing into the hills to do something that is relatively ordinary for most but extraordinary for people with physical disabilities. Directed by Stefan Morrocco Window: [5 min] A creative, cinematic film about Scottish surfing. Directed by Seth Hughes Entangled: [4 mins] Entangled is a short winter climbing film exploring the relationship between climbers and their connections to the Scottish landscape. We find ourselves in an intimate relationship with the climbers, looking through the lens at the micro and the expansive moments. Directed by Rachel Sarah Stephen Redpath Artist: [4 mins] Following renowned Aberdeenshire-based landscape artist Stephen Redpath, this film explores how Stephen finds a connection between the landscapes that inspire him, how they make him feel and how to convey this through his art. It is a peaceful and inspiring film about meaningfully connecting with the landscapes we love. Directed by Stephen Redpath 2h Duration Image Credit Kat Bennett

Develop your watercolour techniques with Ruth Clayton, a watercolourist who specialises in the energy of water (mainly the ocean) as well as hedgerows and trees and has an art studio and gallery at Farfield Mill in Sedbergh, Cumbria. Ruth will provide the reference material for you to paint this picture along with her 10am -4.30pm. 68pp including Materials Option to have work framed at the end of the class - Additional 7 to be paid on the day so please bring cash if required Maximum numbers 14 Minimum age 16 years Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Dive into the art of drypoint printmaking in this one-day workshop with artist Jenny McCabe. Drypoint is the simplest and most accessible intaglio print technique. Using scratching and sanding, you will make marks directly onto a printing plate to create lines and tones. Clear plastic plates allow you to see through and use reference materials like photos or sketches for extra creativity. Ink is then rubbed into the surface to create rich tones and textures on your own printed plate. Led by Jenny, an experienced and encouraging tutor, you'll enjoy a hands-on, supportive environment, ideal for both beginners and experienced printmakers. All materials are provided, so you can focus on experimenting with your designs and creating many unique prints to take home, just bring your own aprons and sketches or photographs you would like to work from! Jenny is an experienced artist and printmaker based in Lancaster, focusing her work on the birds we find in our gardens, hedgerows and fields, using traditional printmaking techniques. 10am-5pm 125 pp inc materials Max Number 12 Minimum age 18 years Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Air-dried clay enables you to learn techniques used in ceramics but without the need for a kiln. Join Nicola Hunter-Dale to create textures and patterns in your clay work using some simple and truly effective techniques for printing onto clay using lace, a variety of fabrics and natural materials. You will also have the opportunity to introduce colour into your work by painting with under glazes. Pieces will include small ornamental vases, tea lights, bowls or wall hangings Learn techniques that will help you compose bespoke, beautiful pieces to treasure and keep on making in the future. Suitable for beginners and for those with previous experience. Please bring an apron or wear old clothes. Materials are 10 per person to pay in cash on the day. 10am 4pm Maximum number 10 Minimum Age 12 Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

The Royal Ballet The Nutcracker ​ Running time 170 minutes (including one interval) Join Clara at a delightful Christmas Eve party that becomes a magical adventure once everyone else is tucked up in bed. Marvel at the brilliance of Tchaikovsky’s score, as Clara and her enchanted Nutcracker fight the Mouse King and visit the Sugar Plum Fairy in the glittering Kingdom of Sweets. Peter Wright’s much-loved production for The Royal Ballet, with gorgeous period designs by Julia Trevelyan Oman, keeps true to the spirit of this festive ballet classic, combining the thrill of the fairy tale with spectacular dancing.

Experience the quintessential Romantic ballet in Peter Wright’s atmospheric and bewitching production.

Resident Choreographer Wayne McGregor’s experimental ballet triptych inspired by the genre-defying works and writings of Virginia Woolf, set to an original score by Max Richter.

Frederick Ashton’s ballet of pure sunshine.

Step into a night of music, romance, and celebration with Andr Rieus Waltz the Night Away! An all-new summer concert captured live from the stunning Vrijthof Square in his beloved hometown of Maastricht is coming to cinemas! Each night, the Vrijthof transforms into a grand ballroom as Andr and his Johann Strauss Orchestra invite audiences of all ages to waltz under the stars. With timeless melodies and beautiful waltzes, this concert will take you on a journey filled with joy, love, and heartfelt emotion. Let yourself be swept away by one of the most romantic events of the year, bigger and more dazzling than ever, on the big screen. Bring someone special and create cherished memories as you Waltz the Night Away with Andr Rieu only in cinemas this summer 3h inc 15m interval

3h inc 15m interval

Its puppet pandemonium in this magical pantomime! Join Pinocchio, Geppetto, and a cast of colourful characters as the little wooden boy sets out on a wild adventure to become real, but watch out for the villainous Stromboli who's always out to cause a little trouble. Full of laughs, songs, and classic panto slapstick comedy, fun for the whole family awaits you this Christmas at Rheged 1h

This highly engaging film takes us on a journey through the life of one of the most prevalent female icons: Frida Kahlo. She was a prolific self-portraitist, using the canvas as a mirror through all stages of her turbulent and, at times, tragic life. Guided with interview, commentary and Frida’s own words, Exhibition on Screen uncovers that this, however, was not a life defined by tragedy. "Seek a deeper understanding of the real Frida Kahlo..." Featuring key exhibitions and interviews with world renowned Kahlo curators, this film explores the extraordinary symbolism and themes in these personal canvases to seek a deeper understanding of the real Frida Kahlo. Using cinema to take an up-close and intimate look at her works we examine how great an artist she can be considered. Displaying a treasure trove of colour and a feast of vibrancy on screen, this personal and intimate film offers privileged access to her works and highlights the source of her feverish creativity, her resilience and her unmatched lust for life, men, women, politics and her cultural heritage. We might think we already know Frida Kahlo – the image of floral crowns, big brows and folk style clothing have made her a muse to generations – but what lies beneath the surface of this intensely passionate woman?

Two of Britain’s greatest painters, J.M.W. Turner and John Constable were also the greatest of rivals. Born within a year of each other, both used landscape painting to reflect the changing world around them.

Five years in production, this is the most extensive film ever made about one of the greatest artists of all time – Caravaggio. Featuring masterpiece after masterpiece and with first-hand testimony from the artist himself on the eve of his mysterious disappearance, this beautiful new film reveals Caravaggio as never before.

Few spaces have ignited the artistic imagination quite like gardens and here in Cumbria, we have a national reputation for our Gardens, from the grand and historic to the intimate and natural. In our Summer Exhibition, we look at flowers as an inspirational and thought provoking artform, through the contemporary artwork of 43 invited UK artists, 13 of whom are living and working in Cumbria. Through stunning photography, film, and artwork both historic and contemporary, the In Bud & Bloom exhibition opens with a look at the vibrant world of Cumbrian gardens, many with national collections of Flowers. From here you will uncover the roots of botanical illustration going back to Victorian scientific drawings. Discover the floral influences of the Arts and Crafts movement in Cumbria, seen in interiors and garden design by artists like Morris & Co. and Baillie Scott. The majority of the Gallery will be filled with a wonderful range of contemporary artwork by established and emerging UK artists fascinated and inspired by flowers and gardens, all available to buy. From paintings, paper art, ceramics, textiles, mixed media, sculpture and installations. All the artwork has been carefully selected for their qualities of innovation, engagement and joy. Go behind the scenes with artist sketchbooks and studio footage, and dive into the rich language of flowersfloriography, folklore, symbolism, and their healing and harmful powers. End your journey in our immersive soundscape roompause, reflect, and lose yourself in the peaceful sounds of the garden. Plus enjoy a fun paper flower making activity for children. Open Daily Friday 18 July to Sunday 5 October | Entry available any time from 9:30am onwards | Last Entry 4pm 3 entry 12 & Under Free Open 10am to 5.30pm. Last entry 4pm The exhibition will take approximately 1 to 1 & hours to walk through Your ticket is valid to enter the Gallery anytime on the date purchased. For Online Bookings only: Get 2 off your next online booking for Lowther Castle & Gardens Discount Code can be found on your In Bud and Bloom E-Ticket receipt. Visits using this discount are available any time from 18 July 12 October 2025. Book your tickets online at https://lowthercastle.org/visiting/ Please take your In Bud & Bloom e-ticket with you on your visit.

In this workshop you will learn the basic principles of painting people in watercolour; including the drawing out, mixing of skin tones, painting clothing, application of paint, and composition. Through demonstration, you will have the chance to learn from the artists personal approach, as well as seek inspiration from other artist references. Working from a still image, you will be guided to create your own final piece of work. Catherine MacDiarmid has exhibited widely including in the BP Portrait Award and was a semi -finalist in the Sky Portrait Artists of the Year in 2019. Catherine has 28 years experience teaching art courses. Please bring with you: Watercolour paper (NOT or Rough surface is recommended)- a few sheets. Watercolour Paints Watercolour brushes at least one round brush No.8, 10 or 12 in size (other brushes optional) Water pots. Kitchen roll. Palette or plate for mixing colours on. Images of figure that you want to paint (digital or photos). Trace down or tracing paper optional and if images are a good size to trace. We have a Design shop at Rheged in case you are missing any materials. 10am-4pm. 70pp Maximum numbers 14 Minimum age 14 years Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

You will develop some different watercolour portrait painting techniques that will build your confidence and help you complete one or more watercolour portrait in a day. Photographs and photocopies will be used as source material for the portraits eliminating a lot of the time usually taken to draw out before painting. Catherine MacDiarmid has exhibited widely including the Mall Galleries and was a semi-finalist in the Sky Portrait Artists of the Year 2019. Catherine has 28 years experience teaching art courses. Please bring with you: Watercolour paper (NOT or Rough surface is recommended)- a few sheets. Watercolour Paints Watercolour brushes at least one round brush No.8, 10 or 12 in size (other brushes optional) Water pots. Kitchen roll. Palette or plate for mixing colours on. A4 Images of a portrait that you want to paint on printing paper. This can be a quick print but you must also have the image in colour form (print or digital). Trace down or tracing paper optional and if images are a good size to trace. We have a Design shop at Rheged in case you are missing any materials. 10am-4pm, 70pp Max number of 14 people | Minimum age 16 Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Inject some confidence into your drawing during this one-day workshop designed to expand your drawing vocabulary and encourage expression. You will be guided through some different drawing activities covering gestural mark-making, drawing with energy, and using different charcoals, pastels and ink. Still life objects will be used as source material, as well as working from your imagination, to create a large scale drawing full of life, in either one of the materials or a mixed media piece. Let yourself go and challenge the possibilities of what a drawing can be. Catherine MacDiarmid has exhibited widely including in the BP Portrait Award and was a semi -finalist in the Sky Portrait Artists of the Year in 2019. Catherine has 28 years experience teaching art courses. Please bring with you: A2/A1 white cartridge paper (at least 3 pieces) Chunky Willow charcoal Putty rubbers Indian or Quink Ink Fixative or cheap hairspray to fix charcoal drawings Pastels Compressed charcoal We have a Design shop at Rheged in case you are missing any materials. 10am-4pm. 70pp Maximum numbers 14 Minimum age 14 years Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Unleash your expression with acrylic paint. Discover different painting techniques, colour-mixing, painting mediums and layering processes to boost your confidence in painting with acrylics. Catherine MacDiarmid has exhibited widely including in the BP Portrait Award and was a semi -finalist in the Sky Portrait Artists of the Year in 2019. Catherine has 28 years experience teaching art courses. Please bring with you: Basic range of acrylic paints Range of brushes, including large flat brushes at least 1 inch (household brushes are fine) Small sponge Rags for wiping brushes A couple of large plates or trays to use as palettes and for mixing paint on. Some grease proof paper. Plastic/glass pots for water Water spray bottle Pastels (optional) We have a Design shop at Rheged in case you are missing any materials. 10am-4pm. 70pp Maximum numbers 14 Minimum age 14 years Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Presented by Speakers from the Edge Join legendary climber Leo Houlding for his next new show, Exposed, a gripping live experience with stunning visuals, film, and storytelling from the world’s wildest places. After three decades on the edge of adventure, Leo now explores with his young family—kiting across the Norwegian Arctic, canyoning in the Arabian desert, paddling remote Pacific islands, and spending a week vertical camping with the kids up El Capitan. A story of risk, resilience, and reward—Exposed will inspire you to embrace discomfort, confront fear, and chase your own horizons.

Elio, a space fanatic with an active imagination, finds himself on a cosmic misadventure where he must form new bonds with alien lifeforms, navigate a crisis of intergalactic proportions and somehow discover who he is truly meant to be.

Would you like to elevate your writing by mastering stylistic techniques that add impact? In this class, Emma will teach you how to use punctuation deliberately to shape meaning and tone, explore the power of repetition to reinforce ideas, and use parenthesis (brackets and commas) effectively to add detail and emphasis. The class also covers the use of short, minor, and single-word sentences to create tension and convey emotion. By the end of the afternoon, you will be equipped with practical tools to make your writing more engaging and dynamic. The session will be informal and supportive and an opportunity for you to meet like-minded people. There will be plenty of time to write and try out ideas. You will be given a course booklet to work with and take away with you. Emma is a teacher with 28 years experience, and she is passionate about helping people develop their creativity. Previous students who have been on Emmas recent courses have commented: Wonderful. Emma made it so easy for me, as I am a newbie and didnt know where to start. Thank you for inspiring me to get going. Caroline Thank you for another brilliant workshop. I really enjoyed it and it give me some tools to take away to write at home You reminded me why I love writing. Thank you for a great afternoon. Louisa I enjoyed the friendliness of the course and the chance to talk and share ideas. Lots of time and chance to have a go. Penny Who would enjoy this course? The class is suitable for those new to creative writing as well as people with some experience who are looking to develop their skills. It will take place in the Blue Room at Rheged, a calm, contemporary space that allows for creative thinking. There is unlimited complementary tea and coffee and water available, and you will be able to help yourself throughout the afternoon. You are welcome to write on a device such as a laptop or a notepad/paper and your favourite pen or pencil. Maximum 25 people 35 per person 2-5pm

Have you always wanted to write but youre not sure where to start? Or perhaps you have started to write your novel and feel like you need a helping hand to keep going? Then why not enjoy a morning with Emma in her creative, informal writing class? In this class, Emma will teach you six ways to create and develop convincing settings of time and place, using music, photography, extracts from literature and artworks to help inspire you. The session will be informal and supportive and an opportunity for you to meet like-minded people. There will be plenty of time to write and try out ideas. You will be given a course booklet to work with and take away with you. Emma is a teacher with 28 years experience, and she is passionate about helping people develop their creativity. Previous students who came to Emmas previous, How to establish and develop settings classes have commented: The breakdown of the different techniques to build place was excellent and helped to develop my understanding and break down the fear to get going! Lynda Amazing and inspiring as always. Wendy Emmas teaching style is excellent and she really enables learning. She made me feel this is something that I can explore and develop. Rachel Who would enjoy this course? The class is suitable for those new to creative writing as well as people with some experience who are looking to develop their skills. It will take place in the Blue Room at Rheged, a calm, contemporary space that allows for creative thinking. There is unlimited complementary tea and coffee and water available, and you will be able to help yourself throughout the morning. You are welcome to write on a device such as a laptop or a notepad/paper and your favourite pen or pencil. Maximum 25 people 35 per person 10am-1pm

Five-time Olivier Award winner Imelda Staunton joins forces with her real-life daughter Bessie Carter for the very first time, playing mother and daughter in Bernard Shaw’s incendiary moral classic. Vivie Warren is a woman ahead of her time. Her mother, however, is a product of that old patriarchal order. Exploiting it has earned Mrs. Warren a fortune – but at what cost? Filmed live from the West End, this new production reunites Staunton with director Dominic Cooke exploring the clash between morality and independence, traditions and progress.

Lakeland Canoe Club is pleased to present the Winter 25/26 Paddling Film Festival, featuring some of the best paddling films from around the world. Please note these are different films to those presented at Brewery Arts, Kendal in October 2025. 2h 30m (inc 20 min interval)

Suitable for complete beginners and experienced willow weavers, this seasonal class invites you to create natural willow supports (2 wigwams) to take home to your garden which will be suitable for sweet peas and climbing annuals. In this class you can learn the basic principles of willow weaving. Materials are not included, but pleasebring 20 in cash on the day and Willowpool will provide all the materials. Just bring your own secateurs and a ribbon and a bell if you wish to decorate your sculpture. Willowpool designs are traditional and contemporary willow weavers, who have been weaving with willow for over 40 years. 10am-4.30pm Maximum 15 people Minimum age 15 years 90pp Excluding the materials - Please note tickets are non-refundable. Exchanges to other classes by the same tutor may be offered more than 2 weeks before the start date (subject to availability).

Olivier Award-winner Jack Lowden is joined by Emmy and BAFTA-winner Martin Freeman starring in the critically acclaimed and subversively funny new play by David Ireland. After years in the 12-step programme of Alcoholics Anonymous, James becomes a sponsor to newcomer Luka. The pair bond over black coffee, trade stories and build a fragile friendship out of their shared experiences. But as Luka approaches step five – the moment of confession – dangerous truths emerge, threatening the trust on which both of their recoveries depend. Finn den Hertog directs the provocative and entertaining production filmed live from @sohoplace on London’s West End.

We are pleased to share with you our next showing as part of our partnership with the National Theatre bringing the best of the London stage to the Goods Shed, as we screen their specially-filmed productions that put you in the best seat in the house. Hamlet - by William Shakespeare -- directed by Robert Hastie Olivier Award-winner Hiran Abeysekera (Life of Pi) is Hamlet in this fearless, contemporary take on Shakespeares famous tragedy. Trapped between duty and doubt, surrounded by power and privilege, young Prince Hamlet dares to ask the ultimate question you know the one. National Theatre Deputy Artistic Director, Robert Hastie (Standing at the Skys Edge, Operation Mincemeat) directs this sharp, stylish and darkly funny reimagining. Advance Tickets: 15.00 On the door on the night they will cost 17.50