West Coast MiniCon 2026
We are a comic convention event that is run by a local group West Coast Cosplay. We have vendors of artists, cosplay props, toys, gaming and all things nerdy and pop culture, and all local to Cumbria. We also have a raffle, a geeky quiz, an art competition and a cosplay competition for all ages […]
Comics: The Famous and Forgotten
Crash! Bang! Kapow! COMICS: The Famous & Forgotten tells the story of comic art in Britain – from the famous to the forgotten. Discover the birth of the comic strip, travel through the anarchic worlds of Beano, Viz and 2000AD, meet iconic superheroes, and learn how legendary artists such as David Lloyd and Bryan Talbot […]
Afternoon Tea
Afternoon Tea starting at 3pm at The Old School in Nether Wasdale. Community event raising money for room funds. Everyone Welcome
Gould Piano Trio
Lucy Gould – Violin; Richard Lester – Cello; Benjamin Frith – Piano
Trio Meister Raro
Trio Meister Raro are three musicians namely Robert Plane (Clarinet), Rachel Roberts (Viola) and Tim Horton (Piano).
A Wonderful Christmastime
Christmas Carol Concert
Palisander
The Spice Girls of Early Music present their programme Double, Double, Toil and Trouble. A recorder group which will surprise you by the depth and range of sound. A programme exploring the themes of magic and music, with repertoire spanning 900 years performed on recorders 6 inches to 6 foot tall. Includes music by, J […]
Festive Christmas Gilding Workshop at The Beacon Museum
Learn the art of Contemporary Gilding, how it has changed over time and how you can use it in your home to give your possessions the Midas touch. During the workshop, you will learn how to gild a picture frame with Dutch Gold Lead and add your unique flair to a Christmas ornament/ decoration. Your […]
Kosta Popoviç (Cello) & Valentina Wang (Piano)
A Classical Music Concert in the United Reformed Church, Main Street, Cockermouth. The venue has a great acoustic for small ensemble playing. Please note access is by stairs.
The Beacon School of Magic
Step into a world of magic at The Beacon Museum! Young witches and wizards are invited to join the Beacon School of Magic for a spellbinding mix of experiments, crafts and creature encounters. Make your own potions, craft a wand, and take part in enchanting activities before meeting some real-life magical creatures. Perfect for children […]
