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@brewery_arts_kendal are preparing for a re-launch! They’re …
@brewery_arts_kendal are preparing for a re-launch! They’re near the completion of their ambitious refurbishment with the aim of becoming Cumbria’s first centre for cross-artform innovation. The fully refurbished venue will include a modern, state of the art two-screen cinema complex…
Kendal Calling returns to the fields! Ou…
Kendal Calling returns to the fields! Our first wave has landed 🙌 Join Supergrass, Stereophonics, The Streets, Dizzee and SO much more still to come! RT and @ TAG YOUR SQUAD TO WIN FOUR VIP UPGRADES, BOUTIQUE CAMPING AND £500…
If there’s a more wondrous collection of…
If there's a more wondrous collection of nature writing than at @SReadBooks in Grasmere then I haven't found it. Daydreaming of the day we can travel back there for a browse… Until then, the online shop is pretty tempting… https://t.co/JThfAFtzVz…
Through our Watch This Space 2021 programme we are proud to …
Through our Watch This Space 2021 programme we are proud to have supported this installation at @comidakendal by @kendalartdesign @kendalcollege art and design students working with @hellostephfulke. A project they have been working very hard on for @back_on_our_map to help…
Each morning we open a window to the #Yo…
Each morning we open a window to the #YorkshireDales, helping bring the #outdoorsindoors while we're all staying safe at home 🙏 What a view! Looking down #Wharfedale, heading towards #Kettlewell. 📸 Wendy McDonnell#StaySafe #StayHome #Dales pic.twitter.com/Mx3wvsKgFX — Yorkshire Dales National…
Applications are now open for @HelpMusic…
Applications are now open for @HelpMusiciansUK’s Transmission Fund aimed at supporting emerging and professional musicians of all genres and disciplines. For more info, follow the link below. https://t.co/uutwtPtmnO#transmissionfund #creativefunding #musicianfunding pic.twitter.com/v9qY2tILiH — Great Place: Lakes & Dales (@GP_LakesDales) March 25,…
Here’s another chance for a sneak peek b…
Here's another chance for a sneak peek behind the scenes in our latest blog post! Our redevelopment project is coming to an end and the the Museum collection of over 60,000 objects is returning to the building.https://t.co/Dej8yqJV3A@HeritageFundUK @HeritageFundNOR @rwdisplay pic.twitter.com/2GZxgJv5SJ…
We’re delighted that, in line with guidance, @hinterlandsfes…
We’re delighted that, in line with guidance, @hinterlandsfestival is back this year! Save the date! The 2021 programme of screenings and events will be announced next week, on Thursday 1st April, when tickets will also go on sale. We hope…
We’re excited to announce that #Hinterla…
We're excited to announce that #HinterlandsFestival will now take place in Skipton on 21 – 23 May 2021. The 2021 programme of screenings and events will be announced on 1 April, when tickets will also go on sale. Hope you…
What’s it like growing up in Cumbria if you aren’t White? A…
What’s it like growing up in Cumbria if you aren’t White? Animate Your Future: Animated Futures. If you’re a young person age 8 – 25 who lives this experience you can explore this question, make friends and create a short…
What’s it like growing up in Cumbria if …
What’s it like growing up in Cumbria if you aren’t White? @antiracistcmbra have created an online safe space to discuss your own identity, find support for issues you might be facing, make friends and learn new skills. For more info…
I was just updating my website … and f…
I was just updating my website … and found the blog of my talk on #Wordsworth, #Nature, & what we can learn from Wordsworth's attitude to Nature, esp. during the pandemic, went live in December. You can read it here:…
Today, we’re thinking of everyone who ha…
Today, we're thinking of everyone who has been affected by this pandemic as part of the #NationalDayofReflection If you are grieving and need support please reach out to someone. Here's to a brighter future. Image of work by Penny Hunt,…
It’s been a year since the first lockdown was announced in t…
It’s been a year since the first lockdown was announced in the UK. Today, we’re thinking of everyone who has been affected by this pandemic and taking part in the National Day of Reflection. If you are grieving and need…
Introducing… Your Forest! The #Your…
🌳 Introducing… Your Forest! 🌳 The #YourForest radio series kicked off yesterday across our network of community radio stations and right here at Wild Rumpus. Listen to the launch episode here: https://t.co/VtzZO9gUd6 pic.twitter.com/fgg6iXJgP1 — Wild Rumpus (@_wildrumpus) March 22, 2021
We’re having fun with our YouTube videos…
We're having fun with our YouTube videos – making cheerful crochet egg cosies with a mini Pom Pom. A fun & quick make using tiny bits of leftover yarn. & an unusual way to make wee Pom Poms using a…
Want to work in the #YorkshireDales Nati…
Want to work in the #YorkshireDales National Park? We have an great opportunity for an Apprentice Planning Technician to work and train with us along with @Darlingtonfe More details and how to apply here 👉 https://t.co/OKhtxo0KDI#NorthYorkshire #Jobs #Careers pic.twitter.com/po7NAIMVhX —…
@thefold2020 are excited to share that they’re running a fre…
@thefold2020 are excited to share that they’re running a free online embroidery workshop hosted by @robynnichol with all materials provided to you for FREE! There are two identical workshops running, on the 15th or 20th April. There are only 15…
The Fold are excited to share that they’…
The Fold are excited to share that they're running an online embroidery workshop with all materials provided for FREE! There are only 30 places so grab your space while you can! For your free space, follow the link https://t.co/3CF737iQ7d #inthefold…
Not quite 10,000 but still a glorious si…
Not quite 10,000 but still a glorious sight in Dove Cottage Garden-Orchard on this wonderful Spring day #theplacetobe #wordsworth #spring pic.twitter.com/qnoUqGkLJT — Michael McGregor (@WTdirector) March 22, 2021
Looking after nature has never been more…
Looking after nature has never been more important. Find out how we're supporting #NaturalHeritage, tackling climate change & helping all our projects make a difference 👉https://t.co/otqFkXtNIm Share your inspiring nature projects & pictures with us using #NaturalHeritage! pic.twitter.com/yCT0VWMllZ — National…
Today, BOOM teamed up with @Comida_Kenda…
Today, BOOM teamed up with @Comida_Kendal and @KendalArtsMedia to showcase butterfly designs by students at Kendal College. Get down to #Kendal town centre to see the beautiful art for yourselves and help raise awareness of #butterfly decline in #Cumbria 🦋…
I’ve won the first ever Magdalena Young …
I've won the first ever Magdalena Young Poets Prize!! Thank you so much to the team at @MaggiePoets, and to the judge Fiona Benson. 💜 I'm thrilled – the prize money means I can buy some long awaited books and…
Originally Commissioned as part of our 2…
Originally Commissioned as part of our 2020 festival. New video from @GoodnightAndrew – "Oh Perfect Sky" from forthcoming album ‘The Drowned Valley’ https://t.co/Cb85nWok0j — Aerial Festival (@AerialFestival) March 20, 2021
Applying for funding is difficult in itself but sometimes th…
Applying for funding is difficult in itself but sometimes the initial process of finding the right funding for you is just as difficult. @helpmusicians has a handy Funding Wizard on their website which helps you track down and pinpoint the…