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.

santa's grottos

Cosy Winter pubs

A guide from Cumbria Tourism to ten pubs that are great places to warm up this winter

cosy 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

christmas ideas

Festive foods

From local chutney to damson gin christmas pudding, enjoy some Cumbrian fayre this Christmas

festive food

Christmas gifts

Gift ideas

If you are looking for some inspiration this Christmas, then browse our list of shops and you will see that there are lots of unique gift shops in Cumbria, as well as the more traditional offer.