Half Term, the Platinum Jubilee weekend and the official start of summer are all taking place this June so you can imagine there’s tons of great activities going on in the Lake District this month! We would encourage visitors and locals to get in touch with the local town council for information about Jubilee events taking place in a specific area, as there are tons of street parties planned all throughout Cumbria.
If you know the postcode of the place you will be staying, you can take a look at the Jubilee events taking place here that are registered on the government’s Platinum Jubiliee events website. Though do keep in mind that some of the smaller, more local celebrations may not be registered in this system.
Cheers to Her Majesty, the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee after 70 years of service!
Would You Like to Feature Your Venue?
Should you wish to feature an event taking place at your venue in the Lake District, please get in touch via our Facebook messenger.
May Half Term at Brockhole
May Half Term at Brockhole will take place from the 30th of May to the 3rd of June with plenty of outdoor activities exploring nature. There are also plenty of options for places to eat or you can bring along your own picnic. The centre also allows people to hire boats, offers archery competitions, Krazy Karts along the lakeshore and plenty of other activities for the whole family.
May Madness at Walby Farm Park
Walby Farm Park is a great destination for any families with kids this May Half Term with their ‘May Madness’. Activities include a daily foam party, live shows, demonstrations, workshops, crafts, hands on activities, animals and plenty more where that came from.
Hutton-in-the-Forest: Dog Show & Classic Cars
Hutton-in-the-Forest lists two events happening this June on their website, including the Wigton Dog Agility Show on Saturday the 4th and Sunday the 5th of June, as well as an event called Classic Cars in the Park on Sunday the 19th between 10am and 4pm. Please contact the venue for any additional information, as this has not yet been posted.
Muncaster Castle Jubilee Celebration
Muncaster Castle is hosting a Jubilee Celebration where families can come together with picnics with relics from the Queen’s coronation on display inside the castle. The venue says they are mirroring national celebrations with a special exhibition. Entry is included with the purchase of a standard entry ticket to the castle with a special focus over the Jubilee weekend from the 2nd to the 5th.
Jubilee Celebrations on La’al Ratty
The Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway is hosting jubilee celebrations from the 2nd to the 5th of June with union flags, special Jubilee treats in the café and royal tributes across the railway line.
Boot Beer Festival
The Boot Beer Festival is back this June 2022 for it’s 20th year, taking place from the 9-12th. The festival takes place at the Boot Inn and the Woolpack and includes over 100 different beers and at least 10 ciders. Soft drinks and other drinks will also be available.
The Cumberland Show
The Cumberland Show will take place on the 11th of June this month at a new venue: The Showfield, Warwick on Eden, CA4 8PE. Advance tickets are £13 for adults (£15 at the gates on the day of the event) and £4 for children aged 11-16 (or £5 at the gates). Children under the age of 11 are free and there are family tickets available. The show will include outdoor trade stands, including machinery, agriculture, equine, professional services, car showroom, games & activities and much more!
Keswick Beer Festival
The 24th Keswick Beer Festival will finally take place on June the 3rd and 4th over the Jubilee weekend following two years of cancellations. Currently, the Saturday is sold out but tickets are available for the Friday for £22 and there are also weekend tickets still available for both days at £40. The event will take place from 11am to 11pm each day for over 18s only. The festival will see a wide range of beers and ciders, as well as food and live entertainment.
The Dalemain Plant Fair
The Dalemain Plant Fair is returning this June 12th from 10am to 4pm, celebrating all things garden in the beautiful surroundings of the Dalemain Mansion and historic gardens. There will be plant stalls, of course, along with refreshments from the Corner Barn Tearoom. The entry is free, however, if you wish to explore the gardens, it’s £5 for a ticket and children go free. Be sure to also bring home a jar of their very famous marmalade!
Two Day Wilderness Survival Training Course
Green Man Survival are having a two-day wilderness survival training course taking place on Saturday the 11th of June through to Sunday the 12th. The cost is £200 per person and you will learn how to survive in the wild, including shelter, fire, water, food, navigation, signalling, medical and movement training. The event takes place on the shores of Windermere and is sure to be a resourceful way to spend a weekend!
Midsummer Nights Dream Open Air Theatre at Brantwood
Fans of Shakespeare may be interested in this open-air theatre performance taking place at Brantwood this midsummer on Tuesday the 21st of June from 6.30pm to 8.50pm. The performance is held in Brantwood’s lakeside meadow, so you are encouraged for children with under 4s going for free. Aptly chosen, Midsummer Nights Dream is taking place on Midsummer – the first official day of summer.
Twelfth Night Outdoor Theatre at Lowther Castle
Lowther Castle is hosting the theatre company, the Three Inch Fools, on Friday 24th June for an evening of outdoor theatre, presenting Shakespeare’s famous Twelfth Night. Rain or shine, families are encouraged to bring blankets and camping chairs with tickets costing £18 for adults, £10 for under 18s and free entry for under 5s. There are also family tickets available, as well as early bird pricing for those who book in advance.
Blackwell: James Fox - Something in Common
Blackwell will be featuring Lancaster-based textile artist, James Fox, in an exhibition entitled Something in Common, which tells the story of England’s countryside and the peoples’ fight for Common Land. The exhibition will be running from 17 June onwards to 9 October. For times and prices, please check out the official website.