June Events & Activities
Review whats on in the month of June in the Lake District and Cumbria.
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Ireby Festival, 1st - 2nd June 2012 -We anticipate an early sell out, so make sure you don't leave it too late to secure tickets for what promises to be another great event in this tiny Cumbrian village with a population of less than 150 residents.Ireby festival is for those who have a wide range of musical tastes, we don't focus an any specific genre, if it sounds good we'll give it a try. We will also keep you on the move too with a choice of venues the likes of Ellenside, a private mansion with stunning views towards Skiddaw and the Caldbeck fells, this is where the main stage, bar and food outlets are situated. St James church with it's natural acoustics is a firm favorite for afternoon concerts and Ireby 12th century chancel is an intimate and secluded venue for those who like to go that extra mile to keep fit and reap the additional benefits of good music.
Keswick Beer Festival, 1st - 2nd June 2012 - The Festival itself is always held on the first weekend in June and tickets go on sale online traditionally in early December each year - so make a note now for next year. The 2011 From humble beginnings in 1997 this event has grown into an event attracting nearly 6000 Beer enthusiasts over two days. Keswick on Derwentwater is a stunning Lakeland town with an abundance of activities, events, accommodation, restaurants and bars.
Holker Garden Festival, 8th - 10th June 2012 - Festival celebrating the best of gardens, countryside and food....set in one of the most perfect landscapes nature can offer. Tempting though it may be to keep it to yourself, this is definitely an experience to share with family or friends. For 2011 the Holker Festival plays host to many spectacular attractions. An amazing 25 acres dedicated to your enjoyment of life in the magnificant surroundings of the Holker Estate.
Appleby Horse Fair 7th - 13th June 2012 - Appleby Fair is unique in Europe and, as well as attracting around 10,000 Gypsies and Travellers, over 30,000 other visitors attend the Fair, with Sunday being the traditional main visitors’ day. It transforms the town of Appleby for the week, as it normally has a population of around 2,500. Appleby Fair has been held for certain since 1750, and probably for very much longer than that. It is held for one week every year from the first Thursday in June until the second Wednesday and is world famous, the largest Fair of its kind in Europe. It is an annual event attended by Romany and Irish families travelling to meet up with old friends, celebrate their music, history and folklore and conduct business - particularly buying and selling horses.
The Cumberland Country Show 9th June 2012 - set at Carlisle Racecourse and combines tradition and agriculture with a fresh, modern focus.
The Great North Swim, 22nd - 24th June 2012 - The Great North Swim invites swimmers of all levels of ability to brave the chilly waters of Britain's longest lake and raise money for charity. It starts at Low Wood Hotel and Marina, Windermere with minimum age 16 years.
Woolfest 22nd - 23rd June 2012 - Woolfest is a celebration of natural fibres, especially all aspects of wool, wool products and wool crafts. It has been organised by members of The Wool Clip cooperative since 2005 and attracts over 4000 visitors and wool enthusiasts each year, as well as over 140 stallholders, farmers and crafts people.There is something for everyone at Woolfest, from fleece animals and rare breeds, through fleece, tops, craft equipment and materials, to finished clothing, accessories and unique hand-crafted woollen goods. Stallholders are available to talk to visitors about their animals and their work and many will be demonstrating their skills.There are lots of ways to take part in Woolfest. Bid for a hand-crafted sheep in the fundraising auction, join in a demonstration or the Friday night Spin-in, try out a new skill, bring along a contribution to our celebratory bunting or even volunteer some time to help the organisers.
Traditional Lime plastering with Helen Evans & David Tyler - June 23rd 2012 - The demonstration will include learning about the benefits of lime and its uses in older buildings, observing a lime slake, watching lime plasterers in action, and plenty of opportunity to chat with the experts about eco-friendly/traditional building materials and the conservation, repair and maintenance of old buildings. Yew Tree Barn, Low Newton. www.yewtreebarn.co.uk