christmas & new year in cumbria...
Enjoy winter walks in the Lake District, relax by the fireside in a local pub and spend an enjoyable christmas break in Cumbria.
Magical shopping experiences with high street brands are on offer in Carlisle, Kendal, Barrow, Workington and Whitehaven. There are independent gift shops,
craft fairs and markets throughout Cumbria...all against a stunning backdrop of lakes and snow capped mountains. There are the usual array of festive events from Santa's grotto to pantomimes for the children and late night shopping to Christmas concerts for the adults.
What's on this Christmas
Christmas events
Lots of festive events including farmer's markets, cookery and crafts and of course late night shopping.
festive events
Santa's grotto
Looking for a way to keep the children happy while you get your christmas shopping? Take them to see Father Christmas at one of his Lake District grottos.
Cosy Winter pubs
A guide from Cumbria Tourism to ten pubs that are great places to warm up this wintercosy winter pubs
He's behind you!
If you fancy going to one of the local pantomimes then make sure that you are in good voice so that you can shout at the villains.
pantomime listings
Christmas ideas
Suggestions and ideas for festive fun in the Lake District this Christmas time
Festive foods
From local chutney to damson gin christmas pudding, enjoy some Cumbrian fayre this Christmas



