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Keswick Beer Festival - Friday 4th - Saturday 5th June

Largest festival of its kind in the north of England with over 190 fine beers, tasty ciders and delicious wines.  www.keswickbeerfestival.co.uk

Lakes Alive, Zircus Plus, Barrow-in-Furness, Friday 4th June - Sunday 6th June

A family friendly international circus festival with a twist, featuring circus performers from across the UK and Europe.  www.lakesalive.org

Ulverston International Music Festival, Friday 4th June - Saturday 12th June

A sensational schedule of concerts, workshops and master classes that honour the very best in international classical music.  www.ulverstonmusicfestival.co.uk

Boot Beer Festival, Boot, Thursday 10th June - Sunday 13th June

This 4-day family friendly event is hosted by three traditional English pubs in spectacular Lakeland surroundings.  www.bootbeer.co.uk

Grange Edwardian Festival, Saturday 12th June

The charming Edwardian resort of Grange-over-Sands returns to its historical roots with a festival of entertainment, costume and market stalls that transports you to a more genteel era.

Summer Solstice Splash, Brockhole, Sunday 20th June

An opportunity to try out water-based activities, including free kayaking and canoeing taster sessions, coaching and instructor sessions and fun races.  www.windermerecanoekayak.com

Woolfest, Cockermouth Friday 25th June - Saturday 26th June

There's warm and fluffy fun for everyone at this annual celebration of all things woolly and woollen - workshops, displays, produce, animals, spinning and a wonderful hog roast.  www.woolfest.co.uk

Sedbergh Folkfest, Friday 25th June - Sunday 27th June

A weekend of family fun set in a beautiful location in the south-east corner of Cumbria.  Several events are held in the festival marquee includig a late night ceilidh, workshops, puppetry, street theatre, and storytelling.  www.sedberghfolkfest.co.uk

Coniston Walking Festival, Saturday 26th June - Sunday 27th June

One of the country's most popular walking regions stages another 2-day festival of guided walks and events for all ages and abilities.  www.conistonwalkingfestival.org

Barrow Walking Festival, Thursday 1st July - Sunday 1st August

This beautifull region, "where the mountains meet the sea" plays host to a month long programme of varied walking events and activities for all ages.  www.barrowtourism.co.uk

Coniston Water Festival, Friday 2nd July - Sunday 4th July

This is an annual event based on and around Coniston Water, combining traditional events with new ideas, bringing together the local community and its visitors.  www.conistonwaterfestival.org.uk

Ambleside Rushbearing, Saturday 3rd July

This is a festival celebration associteed with the ancient custom of annually replacing the rushes on the earth floors of churches.

Skelton Show, near Penrith, Saturday 3rd July

Set in the picturesque Old Park of Hutton-in-the-Forest, this popular traditional Cumbrian agricultural show has something for all the family.  www.skeltonshow.com

Staveley Carnival Weekend, Friday 9th July - Sunday 11th July

A fun, funky and fabulous weekend overflowing with activities, workshops, music, food and drink and culminating with the now famous Brazilian style carnival parade throughout the village.  www.staveleycarnival.com

Langwathby Scarecrow Festival, Penrith

Venture out on the annual scarecrow trail to find the strange, imaginative and colourfull characters in locations as varied as gardens, village greens, schools, pubs and tearooms.  www.langwathbyscarecrows.co.uk

Cockermouth Rock Festival, Friday 16th July - Sunday 18th July

Affectionately known as "CockRock", this outdoor event brings together local bands, established acts and some of the friendliest fans in the country.  www.cockermouthrockfestival.com

Brampton Live Festival, Friday 16th July - Sunday 18th July

The north's biggest folk and roots music festival features artists from around the musical globe performing on two main stages.  There are workshops, children's fun, crafts and free camping.  www.bramptonlive.net

Cumberland County Show, Carlisle, Saturday 17th July

Old Cumberland's rich agricultural heritage comes to life with hundreds of fascinating displays and stands, animals, day long entertainment and crafts at Carlisle Racecourse.  www.cumberlandshow.co.uk

Outdoor Theatre, Romeo and Juliet, Coniston, Tuesday 20th July

An entertaining theatrical performance, held in the lakeside meadows of this beautiful historic house, with magnificent views of Coniston Water.  Brantwood's Outdoor Theatre is an indulgence for all the senses.  www.brantwood.org.uk

Lakes Alive, Carlisle, Friday 23rd July - Saturday 24th July

A large-scale spectacular theatrical performance presented in the majestic grounds of Carlisle Castle.  Tickets required.  www.lakesalive.org

Maryport Blues Festival, Friday 23rd July - Sunday 25th July

A must for blues fans everywhere!  Hit the road and head for the west coast to sample the best music from the UK and North America along with a selection of fine ales.  wwwmaryportblues.com

Penrith Agricultural Show, Saturday 24th July

Enter the fascinating world of agricultural folk as they gather together at this annual show to improve their stock and enjoy classes, competitions and excellent displays.  www.penrithshow.co.uk

Cumbrian Steam Gathering, Grange-over-Sands, Saturday 24th July - Sunday 25th July

For more than 30 years, The Cumbria Steam and Vintage Vehicle Society has bought together vintage and steam vehicles from across the world for this hugely entertaining family-friendly summer event.  www.steamgathering.org.uk

Windermere Airshow, Bowness-on-Windermere, Saturday 24th July - Sunday 25th July

A spectacular airshow combined with displays, fair stalls, children's activities, a flight simulator and musical entertainment - great weekend fo all of the family.  www.windermere-rotary.org.uk

 

 

Thursday 14th January 2010

Gail and Joe's honeymoon hideaway!

Hope that all you avid Coronation Street fans spotted our luxury Wyke Bay doubling as Gail and Joe's romantic honeymoon hideaway!  Since this episode, the phones have been ringing with bookings for this amazing property, and we now only have a couple of summer weeks left.  Don't be disappointed and contact us today to make that booking.  Watch out for more happenings at Wyke Bay from 8th February ... for more information on all things Corrie, take at look at their website http://www.itv.com/Soaps/coronationstreet/

 

Tuesday 12th January 2010

Get that half term holiday booked ... limited availability left

Half term will soon be upon us ... even if it feels like some children haven't gone back to school after Christmas yet!  Don't delay and make that holiday booking now ... we still have some limited availability in our cottages and also in the apartments.

 

27th November 2009

Cumbria is still open!  Despite all the horror stories of recent days with the floods, the Lake District is still well and truly open for business.  Come and see all that we have to offer in this stunning part of the world.

 

September 2009

Our wonderful lakeside property Wyke Bay is finally completed and ready for holidays!  We have already had plenty of interest shown in this outstanding property, so do not delay in making that booking.

Wednesday 22nd April 2009

We are now taking provisional bookings for Wyke Bay, which is due for completion in September 2009.  This stunning lakeside holiday home will be a fabulous 4-bedroom property, set in a secluded location, right on the shores of Windermere, with amazing views out over the lake and beyond to the fells.  Furnished to the same standard as our luxury 5-star apartments, this will be somewhere for a holiday made in heaven ... ensure that you don't miss out and make your reservation now.

Prices and further details will be on the website shortly.

 

Wednesday 18th March 2009

Spring is certainly in the air, with the daffodils and lambs enjoying the sunshine and Easter rapidly approaching!  What better time to visit the Lake District?  We still have some limited availability for the Easter period in our 5* luxury apartments ... please check the booking page for current availability.

 

Thursday 12th March 2009

We are currently looking for a part-time Receptionist/Housekeeper to join our small  team here at Pullwood Bay.  The position is Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, with weekend cover required on a rotational basis.  Excellent administration, organisational and communication skills required.  Must have own transport.  Salary dependent upon experience.  Please apply in writing with your CV to The Manager, Pullwood Bay Estates, Pull Woods, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 0HZ or email to info@pullwoodbay.com.

 

Friday 27th February 2009

Words and Works by the Water!

Today sees the start of a lively 10-day literature festival to be held at The Theatre By The Lake at Derwentwater.  This exciting event will feature the best of modern writing by new and established authors.  For further information, please view www.wayswithwords.co.uk/festivals/cumbria-11.

Work by the water has certainly been progressing with the laying of the foundations well and truely underway for The Wyke.  We will keep you informed of how this project comes along!

 

Wednesday 11th February 2009

Make the most of Activities Week - 16th-20th February

Half term is Activities Week in the Lakes, and Destination Cumbria have organised a great range of activities for all the family including abseiling, canoeing, gorge scrambling, rock climbing and hill walking.  Make the most of thegreat outdoors whilst you are here and contact Destination Cumbria on 01539 736006 for further information.

 

Monday 9th February 2009

The end of an era!

The Wyke, which has the most fabulous location at Pullwood Bay Estates, right on the edge of Lake Windermere, finally reached the end of an era last week.  The slightly elderly building has now been demolished and work has started on the replacement building ... which will be an amazing timber and stone property, still with the same fabulous views, but this time with 5* luxury.  We will keep you informed of how the work is progressing, but please let us know if you would like to receive details of the completion date and prices as demand issure to be high for this gorgeous property.

 

Friday 23rd January 2009

On-line Booking arrives!

We now have the facility on our web-site to take on-line bookings and show our current availabilty, which I am sure you will all find a great help when planning your holidays.  Don't forget though that the office is open daily and we are always here to answer any questions or help you make that final decision ... we look forward to hearing from you.

 

Wednesday 21st January 2009

Lake District named Best UK Holiday Destination 2008

UK Best Destination logo

The Lake District has won a major tourism honour by being named the best holiday destination in the UK at a major awards ceremony. The coveted award, which every destination in the country strives to win, was announced at the prestigious British Travel Awards held in London. The Lake District won the all important public vote, with thousands naming the area as the best place in the UK to take a holiday.

We couldn't agree more, and hope that you will come and join us at Pullwood Bay and experience all the delights that the Lake District has to offer, and take home some magical memories.

 

Tuesday 20th January 2009

Cumbria and the Lake District are eager to extoll the literary virtues of this area, and there is no place better to start than the The Wordsworth Trust Arts & Book Festival 2009 which is being held at Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum, in Grasmere from Friday 23rd January to Sunday 25th January 2009.

The Wordsworth Trust is proud to present the 2009 Arts and Book Festival, which is a vibrant programme of lectures, readings & workshops illuminating aspects of literature & the visual arts. For more information view www.wordsworth.org.uk. Certainly worth fitting into your stay whilst at Pullwood!

 

Wednesday 14th January 2009

Welcome to our new News Page from Pullwood Bay where we will keep you up to date with news, items of interest and special offers from the beautiful Pullwood Bay estate.

We currently have a range of special offers available for January ... please take a look at the Last Minute Offers pages for further details! Do not delay ... our special offers are updated regularly and some are only available for a limited period ... so book now!

Looking for a present with a difference? Why not purchase a Gift Voucher for a loved one, and give them the opportunity to come and enjoy the delights of Pullwood Bay. Available in the amount of your choice, they can be put towards the cost of a stay in one of our luxury 5* apartments or cosy cottages. Please call 015394 33333 for further details.