Join us for two evenings of short films showing the abundanc…

Join us for two evenings of short films showing the abundance of creativity that can be found in this area where collaboration and culture go hand-in-hand.Immerse yourself in some of the area’s most impactful and relevant stories whilst watching short films made by local award winning young film makers. 28th and 29th April at 8pm…

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Last month we saw Steph and the Kendal College Art and Desig…

Last month we saw Steph and the Kendal College Art and Design students take over @comida_kendal with their butterfly display for our Watch This Space project, however this month @marisacraneart is taking up residence there for 48 hours to create an inclusive artist studio open to young creatives who may otherwise struggle to get studio…

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Since launching in 2018 we’ve been working to change percept…

Since launching in 2018 we’ve been working to change perceptions of the area to tackle the fact that the number of 16 – 35 year olds choosing to live and work here is 44% less than the national average. We’ve funded some really impactful projects and worked with a huge variety of people. Before we…

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There are only a few open training slots remaining on Sunday…

There are only a few open training slots remaining on Sunday 25th April for all those professional and experienced circus acrobats to practice your talent and sharpen your skills, hosted by the lovely @poppins_presents! If you’d like to use the @yorkshiredalesguides space on Sunday 25th April for anything circus training related or would just like…

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Emerging artists, musicians, producers, bands, composers and…

Emerging artists, musicians, producers, bands, composers and music professionals aged 14-25 in Craven District can now apply for project and recording funding, one-to-one industry advice, and live opportunities. An Advice Portal is also now available through the @_launchpadmusic website for resources, support and regular drop-in sessions to all. The programme is supported by Craven District…

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Save the date! 16th-18th July 2021 @42degreesfestival are …

Save the date! 📆 16th-18th July 2021 @42degreesfestival are bringing a whole lot of music, arts and creativity to the Lake District! Keep your eyes peeled on their Instagram and facebook pages as they bring you more exciting news about the festival and what you can expect! #smallfestival #indiefestival #musicfestival #42degreesfestival #lakedistrict #thelakes #musicfestival

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Are you or the kids looking to try something new this April?…

Are you or the kids looking to try something new this April? @poppins_presents are holding beginner aerial circus lessons at @yorkshiredalesguides and there are only a few spaces left for Saturday 24th! If you’d like to book a slot or just want more info, email Poppy at info@poppinspresents.com or call 07925 024713. #poppinspresents #circusskills #circustraining…

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@antiracistcumbria are hosting a special online event on 6th…

@antiracistcumbria are hosting a special online event on 6th May that will bring together Special Guests, members of Anti Racist Cumbria and YOU as they discuss what anti-racism means, how it’s different from being non-racist and the steps people can take to become anti-racist. To register, head over to their Instagram page @antiracistcumbria and follow…

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Towards the start of this year, students from @kendalartdesi…

Towards the start of this year, students from @kendalartdesign got creative making postcards highlighting seriously endangered species from across South Cumbria. With a talented mix of around 26 budding artists, illustrators, fashion designers and photographers, the brief was to come up with eye-catching designs for postcards aimed at delivering some thought-provoking imagery. Art and design…

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Are you a young artist or creative who needs a studio space …

Are you a young artist or creative who needs a studio space to make, create, photograph and display your work? As part of our Watch This Space project, @marisacraneart is taking over @comida_kendal on 26th and 27th April to provide a space for young artists to work, create and even collaborate together to create a…

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@somewhere_now.here recently launched an exciting new projec…

@somewhere_now.here recently launched an exciting new project called The Place Collective (People, Land, Art, Culture, Ecology) which brings together creative practitioners for discussions and research at The Centre For National Parks and Protected Areas (CNPPA). As a network for knowledge-sharing, research and collaboration, and through a programme of events, PLACE aims to create links between…

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Public art can connect us to the places, landscapes and buil…

Public art can connect us to the places, landscapes and buildings where we live. Our Programme Manager, Lindsey, features in industry title, Arts Professional, today, explaining what that means in practice for young people in the Lakes and Dales. Link in our bio. – – – #LiveMoreDoMore #PublicArtNow #publicart #placemaking #arts #culture

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What does culture and the arts look like in Cumbria in 2031?…

What does culture and the arts look like in Cumbria in 2031? If you’re 18-26 and want to contribute to the discussion, The Cumbria Arts and Culture Network have created a panel of young people from different backgrounds to lead an event that explores this question, chaired by Ella Luo. The event will be held…

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Are you an avid fell runner or totally new to the sport and …

Are you an avid fell runner or totally new to the sport and want to learn more? A brand-new website, Run The Dales, supported by us and @yorkshiredales, is shining a light on one of the oldest sports of the Yorkshire Dales as well as offering information of everything you need to know about fell…

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Calling all digital artists and filmmakers! @42degreesfesti…

Calling all digital artists and filmmakers! @42degreesfestival are looking for filmmakers and digital artists to send in entries to their short film competition 🎥 They are welcoming all types of films and documentaries from people of all levels of experience, with a particular interest in films that fit with at least 1 of their 4…

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The North Cumbria Arts, Health & Wellbeing Partnership have …

The North Cumbria Arts, Health & Wellbeing Partnership have an exciting new role available! They’re currently recruiting a Project Coordinator to deliver the region’s Thriving Communities project. The Thriving Communities Fund will support 37 projects across England and is being delivered in a unique partnership between the Arts Council England, Historic England and Natural England,…

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@hinterlandsfestival 2021 programme is here! Hinterlands ret…

@hinterlandsfestival 2021 programme is here! Hinterlands returns to Skipton with an exciting programme of new and classic films and special events taking place in the town’s very own independent cinema. Their 2021 programme includes work from Frances McDormand, live score from Robin Richards, a performance from Sarah Smout plus many many more! For the full…

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Just a reminder that we’re chatting to @hellostephfulke tomo…

Just a reminder that we’re chatting to @hellostephfulke tomorrow at 9.30am about Watch This Space, creating an art installation and collaboration. Even bigger reminder that if you’re local to Kendal TODAY is the last day you can see this fantastic installation live in @comidakendal GET YOURSELVES DOWN THERE! #LiveMoreDoMore #dailywalk #publicartnow

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