Cumbria Arts & Crafts

Abbott Hall Art Gallery

An elegant Georgian building providing a setting for the collection of fine art. Paintings by Kendal’s famous son, George Romney, fill the walls of rooms furnished by Gillows of Lancaster. Changing exhibitions complement the permanent collection of 18th, 19th and 20th Century paintings and watercolours.

Kendal, LA9 5AL Tel: 01539 722464 Email

Beatrix Potter Gallery

A display of original watercolours painted by Beatrix Potter for her children’s stories. Exhibit changed annually. The 17th century building was once the office of her husband William Heelis, a solicitor, and is substantially unaltered since his day. Next door to the inspiration for Tabitha Twitchet’s shop.

Main Street, Hawkshead, LA22 0NS Tel: 015394 36355 Email

Bewery Arts Centre

The Brewery has something for everyone - theatre, dance and music events, free art exhibitions and all the latest films. The Green Room Restaurant, overlooking the garden, Vats Bar and Intro Cafe Bar offer everything from snacks and pizzas to evening meals.

122A Highgate, Kendal, LA9 4HE Tel: 01539 725133 Email

Blackwell Arts & Crafts House

This superb example of an Arts and Crafts Movement house sits in an elevated position overlooking Lake Windermere. The restored interiors feature fine examples of the Decorative Arts, from the original stained glass windows to the carved oak panelling. Changing exhibitions of applied arts.

Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 3JR Tel: 015394 46139 Email

Derwent Bay Bears

Britain’s leading chainsaw sculptures. See how the bears are made. Picnic area , and see Goldilocks and the Three bears.Portinscale, Keswick, CA12 5UB Tel: 017687 74788 Email

Peter Hall Workshop

A fascinating workshop is well worth a visit from anyone who appreciates true quality craftsmanship. The team of skilled designers and craftsmen can create furniture for your home giving lasting pleasure for generations. Browse through the highly individual range of wood turnery.

Danes Road, Staveley, Nr. Kendal, LA8 9PL Tel: 01539 821633 Email

The Heaton Cooper Studio

A changing exhibition of paintings, prints and sculpture from four generations of the Heaton Cooper family, from Alfred Heaton Cooper (1863-1929) and William Heaton Cooper (1903-1995), to present day members. Art Materials: An interesting range of painting and drawing materials alongside an exceptional selection of papers.

Grasmere, LA22 9SX Tel: 015394 35280 Email

Kentmere Pottery

Ceramics by Gordon Fox. Beautifully situated in the Kentmere Valley; the studio produces fine hand painted English enamels and lustres. Specialising in lamps, individual pieces, special tableware and commissions. Products are available only through the showroom. No practical pottery demonstrations given.

Kendal, LA8 9JH Tel: 01539 821621 Email

The Paper Warehouse

Card making workshops held at our fabulous arts and craft shop throughout the year. Explore your creative side and learn the exciting technique of rubber stamping! No experience necessary. All materials and buffet lunch provided for 3 hours of imaginative fun.

Westmorland Business Park, Kendal, LA9 6NP Tel: 01539 726161 Email

Lakeside, Keswick, CA12 5DJ Tel:017687 74411 Email

Thornthwaite Galleries

Gallery known for over 30 years with unique landscapes, fascinating sculptures and a wealth of unusual items.

Thornthwaite Valley, Thornthwaite, Keswick, CA12 5SA Tel: 017687 78248 Email

Wetheriggs Country Pottery

Clifton Dykes, Penrith, CA10 2DH Tel: 01768 892733 Email