28 July - Cockermouth Agricultural Show
Entertainment for everyone in this action packed day for all the family. BSJA show jumping, cattle, sheep, poultry… even ostriches!
www.cockermouthshow.co.uk
August
4-12 August - Bassenthwaite Regatta
Bassenthwaite’s annual Regatta Week offers wonderful sailing in a great family environment and in a setting of unrivalled natural beauty. Bass Week is a family regatta which ranks amongst the most popular open events in the north of England.
www.bassenthwaite-sc.org.uk
27 August - Keswick Agricultural Show
Keswick Agricultural Show is traditionally held on August Bank Holiday Monday at the western edge of the town, and features both commercial and charity stands. The show attracts large numbers of competitors, exhibitors and spectators, and is a great day out for all the family.
www.keswickshow.co.uk
September
1st September - Derwentwater Trail Race
Now in its 7th year, the 15km Derwentwater Trail (Race and Challenge) follow well marked and marshalled courses through some of the most dramatic mountain scenery in the Lake District. The route takes in panoramic views of Derwentwater, the surrounding peaks of the Skiddaw and Blencathra range, and the northern lakeland fells. New for 2012! A shorter distance 10km Derwentwater Trail Run for those new to off road running.
www.lakelandtrails.org
2 September - Loweswater Show A more traditional style agricultural show with the emphasis on livestock. However, there are many other attractions, all with a local theme. There are fell races for all ages, Cumberland & Westmorland wrestling, a superb local craft fair and a variety of trade stands. The recently added vintage section has proved to be a great success.
www.loweswatershow.co.uk
16 September - Borrowdale Shepherds’ Meet and Show Visit this traditional, friendly show and shepherds’ meet for 2012. Watch the fell races, enjoy the sheep shearing and terrier competitions. See traditional crafts and try Cumberland & Westmorland wrestling!
www.borrowdaleshow.org.uk
October
20 October - Buttermere Shepherds’ Meet and Show
A traditional local show featuring sheep shows, dog shows, crafts and stalls, fell races, Cumberland and Westmorland wrestling, and the obligatory beer tent!
November
4 November – Derwentwater Ten A spectacular 10 mile road race run clockwise round Derwentwater. Undulating rather than hilly this course is one of the most scenic road races in the country especially at this time of the year when the autumn colours are at their peak.
www.keswick-ac.org.uk/
10 November - The Vintage Sports- Car Club Lakeland Trials The Vintage Sports-Car Club – for people with cars built before 1931 - holds its hugely popular Lakeland Trials event with a 10am start. Over 100 vintage sports cars from the 1920’s and 30’s converge on Honister Slate Mine in a throwback to the Golden age of motoring.
www.honister.com
23 November - Keswick Food Fayre and Christmas Lights Switch-on The popular Food Fayre encourages its many visitors to sample true Cumbrian food in a traditional market square setting. Coupled with the festivities, see the switch-on of the Christmas lights!
www.keswick.org
December 2 December - The Keswick Traditional Christmas Fayre With lots of decorated charity stalls and a host of street entertainment, the Christmas Fayre marks the start of the festive season in Keswick. The Christmas tree and shops are festooned with colourful lights, and equally colourful local characters provide entertainment. The event is an occasion not to be missed.
www.keswick.org
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To find out more or to book online visit
www.keswick.org
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