@kendalmountainfestival is returning very soon and they hav…

@kendalmountainfestival is returning very soon and they have a great line up of activities ready to entertain you over the weekend, including plenty of talks, films and music! 16th–19th November 2023 Discover the full programme through the link in their bio. #KendalMountainFestival #KendalFestival #Outdoors #LiveMoreDoMore #Films #Talks #FestivalProgramme

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identity on tyne and the five Northern National Parks are de…

identity on tyne and the five Northern National Parks are delighted to announce the next phase of The Black Nature in Residence Programme 2:0, which will consist of five writing/ creative residences in each of the parks; Northumberland, North York Moors, Yorkshire Dales, Peak District and the Lake District National Parks. They’re opening up residencies…

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The Yorkshire Festival of Story programme has been announced…

The Yorkshire Festival of Story programme has been announced! They are returning from 3rd-19th November with a jam-packed programme full of wonderful storytelling events and activities, both online and in person and all free! Find out more information at www.yorkshirefestivalofstory.com #YFOS #YFOS2023 #YorkshireFestivalOfStory #Storytelling #Storytellers #Imagination #LiveMoreDoMore

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@mollie.mulheron was a young, vibrant 24 year old living her…

@mollie.mulheron was a young, vibrant 24 year old living her life travelling South America when she fell ill and was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer, with a melon sized tumour engulfing her heart and lungs. Now 25, she’s using her story to inspire others and bring comfort to other young people going through cancer treatment.…

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A celebration of comic art from across the world is coming t…

A celebration of comic art from across the world is coming to the Lakes! Join @lakesinternationalcomics at #LICAF2023 from 29th September – 1st October for a weekend of superheroes, aliens, manga & so much more! And all in beautiful Bowness-on-Windermere! It will include live draws, interviews, presentations, workshops, exhibitions, book launches, Little LICAF family activities…

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@bernard_thecello returns to Skipton Town Hall this November…

@bernard_thecello returns to Skipton Town Hall this November as part of her ongoing tour Eyjar. Sarah’s recent month-long odyssey to Iceland inspired her entrancing and transportive solo show which explores our connections to place, the different lenses through which we view the land, and what that means for our relationship with nature. Thu 9th November…

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We hope you’re all ready for @yarndale this weekend! The fes…

We hope you’re all ready for @yarndale this weekend! The festival of yarn and woolly creativity takes over Skipton Auction Mart once again with a huge range of amazing handmade pieces from some incredible makers. Saturday is fully booked online, however tickets are still available to book for Sunday & tickets will be available on…

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@ktorchlight returns this Saturday with another exciting pro…

@ktorchlight returns this Saturday with another exciting programme of events celebrating the best of Kendal’s past and present with the theme Old and New. ⏰ 10am – 4pm Street Festival Join them nice and early for a full day of live music, creative workshops, street theatre and crafts stalls. ⏰ 7pm Procession The return of…

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New job opportunity with @_cravenarts at Craven Arts House! …

New job opportunity with @_cravenarts at Craven Arts House! They’re looking to employ a project coordinator for the Community Music Rooms. This person will l bring knowledge, enthusiasm and energy to creating lively and accessible music rooms facilities that are well attended by the local community. Job Title: Community Music Rooms Coordinator Hours: 10 per…

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Only one week to go until @Yarndale! Saturday is fully boo…

Only one week to go until @Yarndale! 🧶 Saturday is fully booked online, however tickets are still available to book for Sunday & tickets will be available on the doors on both days from 12.30pm. 23rd-24th September | https://tickets.yarndale.co.uk #Yarndale #Wool #WoollyArt #Makers #Creatives #Artists #Knitting #LiveMoreDoMore

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Saturday 16th September is the last day you can view the @ny…

Saturday 16th September is the last day you can view the @ny_open_studios exhibition at Skipton Town Hall, so if you’re looking for something free to do this weekend, head down to Craven Museum & Gallery! Ranging from sculpture and ceramics, to textiles and oil paintings – all artwork is available to purchase. FREE entry, running…

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@freshperspective’s Painted by the Numbers mural is finally …

@freshperspective’s Painted by the Numbers mural is finally up on display down at Skipton Bus Station! 😍 Back at the start of August they invited members of the public to come along and paint a numbered section of the mural, designed using drawings from Skipton Academy students, to create a community piece painted for the…

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We absolutely loved @fallingstarstheatre’s performance durin…

We absolutely loved @fallingstarstheatre’s performance during Skipton Now Festival and we think a lot of the public agree! Here is a wonderful review they received from an audience member: “We just wanted to take a moment to write and say thank you to Falling Stars Theatre for a fulfilling experience in Skipton at the Canal…

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@lakesinternationalcomics is back again this September with …

@lakesinternationalcomics is back again this September with a new and exciting programme full of incredible exhibitors, talks, activities and more! Join them from Friday 28th September to Sunday 1st October as they take over Bowness-On-Windermere. Their events will include live draws, interviews, presentations, workshops, exhibitions, book launches, Little LICAF activities, a Comics Marketplace and provide…

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Fantastic Rural Film Showcase at the Plaza Cinema last night…

Fantastic Rural Film Showcase at the Plaza Cinema last night. Such amazing local talent and creative skills. Powerful messages connecting their art to our rural landscapes. Big congratulations to all the filmmakers @billy.mediavideography @ruth_kittiwakevids @julietklottrup @bernard_thecello @clementinebogghargroves @yorkshireedit @knottedproject @selfa_charity Looking forward to our ongoing creative journey 👏😊 @plazacinemaskipton @yfanefa @hinterlandsfestival @welcome_to_skipton #SkiptonNow #SkiptonNowFestival #Filmmakers…

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Tonight’s the night! Grab your popcorn and your drinks as we…

Tonight’s the night! Grab your popcorn and your drinks as we get immersed in the beauty of rural cinema brought to you by some of the finest young creatives the Dales has to offer as part of the @hinterlandsfestival Fringe event to mark the last day of Skipton Now Festival. If you still don’t have…

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Sarah Smout is back with her debut solo tour this Autumn and…

Sarah Smout is back with her debut solo tour this Autumn and is making her way to @skiptontownhall on the 9th November! Don’t miss your chance to listen to Sarah’s wonderful live-looped cello, haunting melodies and deeply felt lyrics! Get your tickets through the What’s On link in their bio or visit www.sarahsmoutmusic.co.uk for more…

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Great news for @knottedproject as they have been awarded pub…

Great news for @knottedproject as they have been awarded public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England for the next 2 years of #ForgeFestival! ‘Forge Festival, A creative generation’ will continue their work in schools and community settings to develop the skills and creative identities of young people in Cumbria. Working with high…

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It’s your last chance to get you FREE tickets to our filmmak…

It’s your last chance to get you FREE tickets to our filmmakers showcase event on Thursday 31st August! Grab some popcorn and immerse yourselves in some of the area’s most impactful and relevant stories which showcase the rich rural and creative heritage of Skipton and the Dales! Tickets available through the link in our bio.…

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Make sure you’re down at Skipton Canal Basin tomorrow at 3pm…

Make sure you’re down at Skipton Canal Basin tomorrow at 3pm to catch the free exciting production of ‘All Aboard!’ by @fallingstarstheatre as part of Skipton Now Festival. Explore why, on 8th April 1773, bells were ringing, bonfires were lit, and the canal quarter was filled with shrieks of laughter. #FallingStarsTheatre #TheatrePerformance #SkiptonNowFestival #SkiptonNow #LiveMoreDoMore…

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