Senhouse Roman Museum Summer Excavation 10 June - 22 July 2013

This summer’s excavation is focusing on a building adjacent to the Roman fort discovered in 1880 by local amateur archaeologist, Joseph Robinson. The site will be accessible to the public Monday to Friday during the excavation period as guided walks starting at either 2pm or 3.30pm, with an excavation open day on Saturday 20 July, 11am – 4pm.

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Whitehaven Festival – 21 - 23 June

With live music including McFly, Sweet, Slade and the Bay City Rollers as well as street theatre, ships, air shows and markets, the Georgian Gem town of Whitehaven promises to offer an exciting weekend, with something for everyone!

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Woolfest – 28 & 29 June

Cockermouth’s own quirky celebration of all things wool!  This year’s Woolfest will even feature its very own ‘Woolycultural Show’ with traditional fruit, vegetable, garden and flower exhibits – but they will all be made out of wool! From rare breed animals and raw fleece to yarn, tools, equipment and a stunning array of individually designed and made wool products, Woolfest boasts over 160 stalls as well as an entertaining range of activities, demonstrations, competitions and presentations.

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Maryport Blues Festival - 26 – 28 July 2013

Once again the small Cumbrian harbour town of Maryport will come alive with the sound of blues for the 13th Maryport Blues Festival. More than 40 bands and 150 individual musicians from across the globe will showcase their talents to thousands of visitors. Venues range from the main stage marquee, to pubs, clubs and even on the street. The festival has rapidly gained prominence, and is now seen as one of the most important blues festivals of the year.

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Cockermouth Show - 3 August 2013

The Cockermouth Show 2013 promises to be an action packed day for all the family. There will be animal antics galore.. with entertainment from the Black Rock Llamas Display Team, rodeo bull rides, sheep clipping & sheep dog demonstrations, animal judging, show jumping and even Cumberland and Westmorland Wrestling. A definite date for your diary.

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Solfest - 23 – 25 August 2013

Solfest takes place over the August Bank Holiday and is a fantastic three day family friendly festival of live music, activities and entertainment.  Big name bands such as Maximo Park, The Undertones and Utah Saints are mixed with diverse performers across four stages and the eclectic musical offering is complemented with a Traders Village, Healing Garden, an unusual range of workshops, Kids’ Arena, kite displays, art exhibitions and delicious food and drink. This is a unique independent festival that’s not to be missed.

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