COCKERMOUTH SUMMER FESTIVAL
SPECIAL DAY EVENTS
Saturday 19 June
Cockermouth Carnival Committee presents
COCKERMOUTH CHILDREN'S CARNIVAL
A fun day for the whole family!!
Carnival Float Judging from 12.30
Procession from South Street around town to Memorial Gardens, commencing 1.00pm. Funfair and stalls on Memorial Gardens.
Free, donations invited for charity
Saturday 10 July
VOICES TOGETHER - Celebrating Singing Communities
Kirkgate Centre, 10.00am to 5.00pm
Voices Dot com invite you to a day of workshops and performances together with visiting choirs. For more information, call 01900 826500.
Sunday 25 July
Lakeland Trail Hound Trust
COMPANION DOG SHOW
North Lakes Caravan Park, Bewaldeth, from 10.00am
Classes include: Pedigree, Scamps, Companion Dogs, Trailhound and Novelty classes. Call Peter Wilson on 07909 811021 for more details.
£1 parking, plus competition entry fees
Saturday 31 July
Cockermouth Agricultural Society
COCKERMOUTH AGRICULTURAL SHOW
Fitz Fields, from 10.00am
The traditional Show, with animals, machinery, crafts, vintage cars & engines, Cumberland & Westmorland wrestling, a band & children's entertainment - a wonderful family day out!
£4 (£2)
MUSIC
Saturday 26 June
Promoted by Cockermouth Town Council & Solway Arts
EYMS BRASS BAND
United Reformed Church, 8.00pm
A welcome return of one of the North's top brass bands, in the presence of the Mayor - not to be missed!
£6.50 (£5 - Solway Arts & Seniors; £2.50 u18) from TIC, KC
Saturday 26 June
BOB & ELSIE'S MUSICAL EXTENDED FAMILY
Kirkgate Centre, 8.00pm
A stunning new collective of great performers from across the North, including members of Altar Native, Mouthful & Tryckster, plus guests.
£7 (£6) from KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
Saturday 3 July
SMALL CHANGE
Kirkgate Centre, 8.00pm
A Cumbrian 5 piece Roots Band playing totally original compositions.
£5 (£2.50) from KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
Sunday 4 July
Promoted by Cockermouth Town Council, Solway Arts & the Kirkgate Centre
THE BAYOU RHYTHM KINGS
Kirkgate Centre, 8.00pm
This Cumbrian New Orleans outfit will make the Summer Festival swing!
£6.50 (£5 - Solway Arts, Kirkgate members & Seniors; £2.50 u18) from TIC, KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
Thursday 8 July
COCKERMOUTH PRIMARY SCHOOLS
MUSIC FESTIVAL
Cockermouth School, 7.00pm
Friday 9 July
Promoted by Solway Arts
Robin & Kim Colvill
THE NOSTALGIC PIANO & Memories of Bygone Days
United Reformed Church, 8.00pm
Highly popular pieces from the turn of the 20th Century - music and stories about the lives of great composers & performers.
£6.50 (£5 - Solway Arts, Kirkgate members & Seniors; £2.50 u18) from TIC, KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
Friday 23 July
A Kirkgate Centre Production - The World On Your Doorstep
BLACK UMFOLOSI 5
Kirkgate Centre, 8pm
Zimbabwe's most internationally famous singing & dance group, right here in Cockermouth - definitely not to be missed!!!
£10 (£8) Family £28 from TIC, KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
Sunday 25 July
Promoted by Cockermouth Town Council, Solway Arts & the Kirkgate Centre
THE ZENITH HOT STOMPERS
Kirkgate Centre, 8pm
Firm favourites, the West Midlands jazz vets make a welcome return.
£7 (£6.50 - Solway Arts, Kirkgate members & Seniors; £2.50 u18) from TIC, KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
Saturday 31 July
A Kirkgate Centre Production - The World On Your Doorstep
BAYOU SECO - New Mexico
Kirkgate Centre, 8pm
A lively night of toe-tapping Cajun & Zydeco rhythms - sit back or dance!
£7.50 (£5), Family £20 from TIC, KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
FILM, DRAMA, BALLET
Monday 28 June
Film: INFERNAL AFFAIRS (15)
A cracking good thriller, a huge hit in its native Hong kong, it relies on tense cat-and-mouse manoevres for its thrills rather than violence.
Kirkgate Centre, 8.00pm
£4 (£3) from KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
Thursday 1 July
Promoted by Cockermouth Town Council, Solway Arts & the Kirkgate Centre
DOUBLE VISION - Library Touring Theatre Leeds
Kirkgate Centre, 8.00pm
A comedy by Eric Chappell, creator of Rising Damp. When the short sighted ex-boxer Spinks lets it be known that he has won the lottery, he is pursued by indentical twin sisters - but is there any fortune, or is he just after the girls?
£6.50 (£5 - Snrs, Kirkgate & Solway Arts members, £2.50 u18) from KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
Monday 5 July
Film: THE DREAMERS (18)
Bertolucci's unashamedly nostalgic film about Paris in the 60s - a gorgeously shot, sexually charged love letter to a bygone era.
Kirkgate Centre, 8.00pm
£4 (£3) from KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
Thursday 8 July
Independent Ballet Wales
SLEEPING BEAUTY
Kirkgate Centre, 7.30pm
Another superb piece of story-telling with vibrant new sets & stunning costumes, set to Tchaikovsky's enduring music. Original choreography combines with the classic Rose Adage & Grand Pas De Deux in a fusion of old and new. Numbered, bookable seats are available - book early!
£12.50 (£6), Family £31 from TIC, KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
Friday 16 July
FESTIVAL COMEDY CLUB
Kirkgate Centre, 8.00pm
A great night of stand-up with the pick of the Manchester comedy circuit: Keith Carter (Nige), John Warburton, Jonathans Paylor & Mayor.
WARNING: contains language & material that may give offence!
£9 (£6) from TIC, KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
Monday 19 July
Film: 21 GRAMS (15)
A challenging and ultimately rewarding drama from the director of Amores Perros, with Sean Penn, Naomi Watts and Benicio Del Toro.
Kirkgate Centre, 8.00pm. Tickets £4 (£3) from KC & Billy Bowman's Music Shop
TOWN EVENTS - Free
Promoted by Cockermouth Town Council, Solway Arts & the Kirkgate Centre
SATURDAY SHOWTIME
Main Street & around town from 10.30am
26 JuneSTREET PARADE featuring the Lairds of Dixieland,
brollie dollies & stiltwalking
3 JulyBayou Rhythm Kings Jazz Band
10 JulyCockermouth Mechanics Band
17 JulyHenneth Anun Folk Band
24 JulyLazy River Jazz Band
31 JulyBayo Seco - Cajun & Zydeco Rhythms
Promoted by Cockermouth Town Council, Solway Arts & the Kirkgate Centre
CHILDREN'S & FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
Victoria Hall, 11.30am (except where shown)
3 JulyBezerkaz Circus!
10 JulyRoi Kwabana - Caribbean Storyteller & Drummer
17 JulyCumberland Youth Theatre - street theatre round town
24 JulyMartinys Magic
31 JulyClydebuilt Puppets with Jack & The Beanstalk plus
Billygoat Gruff
An open door, come and be amused and entertained
Free
Thursdays, 7.30pm (weather permitting)
COCKERMOUTH MECHANICS BAND
1 JulySainsburys Corner
15 JulyTrout Hotel Gardens
Cockermouth's own brass band provide some very special sounds for summer..
STORYTELLING
Wednesday - Friday, 7 - 9 July
Monday - Tuesday, 12 - 13 July
STORYTELLING IN SCHOOLS
Promoted by Cockermouth Town Council & Solway Arts
Sunday 11 July
STORYTELLING EVENING
Victoria Hall, 8.00pm
A superb evening of all-round entertainment, with Taffy Thomas, the Master Storyteller from Grasmere, and Roi Kwabana, Caribbean Storyteller & drummer
Free, tickets from TIC
OTHER EVENTS
Saturday 26 June
Cockermouth Children's Society
OPEN GARDENS
1.30 - 5.00pm
Access to a wonderful variety of gardens to be found on Fitz Rd, Holmewood Ave, Brigham Rd, Parklands, Rubby Banks & others.
Teas served at The Bungalow, Lorton St - £1.50
£3 to all gardens, Tickets from The Linden Tree & participating gardens
Saturday 3 July
ALL SAINTS SUMMER FAIR
The Rectory Gardens, Lorton Road, 2.00 -4.00pm
Refreshments available, everyone welcome.
Saturday 3 July
Friends of Alzheimer's Society
GARDEN PARTY
Friends Meeting House, 2.00 - 4.00pm
Everyone welcome
£1 - includes tea & cakes
Tuesday 6 July
Cockermouth Rotary Club
SLIDES OF OLD COCKERMOUTH
Globe Hotel, 8.00pm
The late John Bell's slides present a fascinating history of our gem town - an event not to be missed!
£2
Saturday 10 July
SUMMER PRAISE SERVICE
All Saints Church, 7.30pm
All welcome.
Monday 19 July
AN AUDIENCE WITH
COCKERMOUTH SPEAKERS CLUB
Victoria Hall, 7.30pm
Come, listen and be hugely entertained - everyone welcome!
Free, including refreshments
Tuesday 20 July
Kirkgate Centre Museum Group
MORE SLIDES OF OLD COCKERMOUTH
Kirkgate Centre, 8.00pm
Another glimpse into the fascinating past of our very special gem town, including many slides not seen before.
£2
VISITS & WALKS
COCKERMOUTH CASTLE
Guided Visits with Mary Bradbury
A very special opportunity - the Castle is only open during the Cockermouth Festival, by kind permission of Lady Egremont.
£2.00 from TIC only
LIMITED PLACES - EARLY BOOKING ESSENTIAL
Monday 5 July7.00pm
Tuesday 13 July2.30pm
Friday16 July7.00pm
Wednesday21 July7.00pm
Wednesday28 July2.30pm
Thursday29 July7.00pm
WEST CUMBERLAND HERITAGE WALKS
with Blue Badge Guide, Diana Stewart,
starting from the TIC ~ £2.00
Tuesday 6 July10.30am
Tuesday 13 July10.30am
For more details, please call 016973 21999
WOOD HALL GARDENS
Open by appointment - part of the National Garden Scheme
£2.00 - phone 01900 823585 to book
TOWN HERITAGE TRAIL
A beautiful walk around all the nooks and crannies. New guide available from the Tourist Information Centre.
MEMORIAL GARDENS
A beautiful, peaceful location by the River Derwent, with a playground, gentle walks and splendid views of the Castle, Jennings brewery and the mouth of the River Cocker.
HARRIS PARK
Overlooking the town, this beautiful park offers tennis, bowling, putting and walks down to the River Cocker.
STOP PRESS
WOW! - A Weekend of activities for everyone
Organised by The Reef and Kings Church
2 JulyFriday Night Live @ The Kirkgate
3 JulyCrazy Kidz @ The URC - for children. 4 -10 yrs
Reef On The Road - 3 Venues, for ages 11+
4 JulyLife - a celebration of new beginnings
Watch press for more details
DEMONSTRATIONS
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE
From 10.00am ~ 4.00pm
2 FriSTENCILLING/PAINT EFFECTSDilys Smith
5 MonCALLIGRAPHY/GENEALOGYRaymond Duckworth
7 Wed WOOD CARVINGKen Williams
9 FriRUSKIN LACESally Evans
12 MonLACE MAKINGMargot Barkhouse/Margaret Connor
14 WedBEADINGDorothy Cane
16 FriSPINNINGRosemary Pasmore
19 MonDECORATIVE PAINT EFFECTS/STENCILLING Dorothy Jeffries
21 WedCHINA PAINTINGHeather Shield
23 FriRUSKIN LACESally Evans
26 MonPATCHWORKSRachel Habgood
28 WedDECORATED EGGSBarbara Thomson
30 FriHAND-MADE CARDSAnne Steel
WORDSWORTH HOUSE
William's Childhood Home
Open 11.00 ~ 16.30 daily, except Sundays
£4.50 (£2.50) Family - £13.00
Meet the Wordsworth household
Enjoy the working kitchen
Explore the restored garden
Join in the hands-on activities
Now with wheelchair access to ground floor, Discovery Room & gardens
Living History - Bringing the past to life!
Tel 01900 824805 for more details
LAKELAND SHEEP & WOOL CENTRE
The Amazing Sheep Show!
10.30, 12.00, 14.00 & 15.30 Sunday ~ Thursday
£4.00 (£3.00) - (01900 822673)
Find out more about West Cumbria - visit the
Western Lake District Visitor Centre
CUMBERLAND TOY & MODEL MUSEUM
Banks' Court - Open 10.00am ~ 5.00pm daily (01900 827606)
£3.00/£2.60 (£1.50) Family - £8.00
This award-winning museum boasts a huge selection of mainly British toys, with many visitor operated displays & buttons to push - tinplate 00 trains, Scalextric, Meccano and even a helicopter to fly. Whether you are 8 or 88, there is something to remind you of your childhood here
EXHIBITIONS
CASTLEGATE HOUSE GALLERY
10.30am ~ 5.00pm (Sun 2.00 ~ 5.00pm) closed Thursdays
20 June ~ 21 JulyMICHAEL BENNETT: Recurring Themes
MARC CHAGALL: Etchings & Lithographs
25 July ~ 25 AugHELEN TABOR: Paintings
JOHN PIPER: Paintings, Aquatints & Lithos
PERCY HOUSE GALLERY
Mon ~ Sat, 10.00am ~ 5.00pm
29 May ~ 24 JuneJOE DIAS: Evidence of Habitation
26 June ~ 29 JulyANGIE FLYNN: In Stitches
31 July ~ 1 AugJENNIE COWERN: Pastels, Paintings. Felts
KIRKGATE CENTRE - EGREMONT ROOM
28 June ~ 22 July, 10.00am ~ 4.00pm daily - FREE
SPORT, LEISURE & TIMES PAST
Also featuring the Tullie house touring exhibition on 'BLUE STREAK'
VICTORIA HALL
19 July ~ 31 July, 10.30am ~ 12.30pm & 2.30 ~ 4.30pm
Mon - Sat except: Mon pm, Weds all day, Sat am
JOHN DALTON EXHIBITION
An exhibition to commemorate one of Cockermouth's famous citizens, kindly loaned by Cumbria County Library Service, supplemented by Kirkgate Museum Group.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - TOWN HALL
Mon ~ Sat throughout July, 10am ~ 4pm - FREE
ART AND PHOTOGRAPHS
An exhibition by local artists will be held in the Council Chamber,
Town Hall (above the Tourist Information Centre).
UNITED REFORMED CHURCH
Saturday 17 July, 10.00am ~ 4.00pm
QUILT EXHIBITION by Wordsworth Quilters
ALL SAINTS CHURCH
Throughout July, 11.00am ~ 3.00pm
A PLACE OF HISTORY, A PLACE IN THE PRESENCE OF GOD
Stewarded by the Friends of All Saints, the Church is open to visitors. There is a large memorial window to William Wordsworth and his father's grave, and copies of Wordsworth's baptism register entry are available.
Full details of Services are on the board outside the Church.
DIARY
JUNE
19 Sat 12.30pmSth StSpl EventCockermouth Children's Carnival
26 Sat 10.30amMain StEventStreet Parade with Lairds of Dixieland
26 Sat 1.30pmVariousEventOpen Gardens
26 Sat 8.00pmURCMusicEYMSBrass Band
26 Sat 8.00pmKCMusicBob & Elsie's Extended Family
28 Mon 8.00pmKCFilmInfernal Affairs(15)
JULY
1 Thu 8.00pmKCDramaDouble Vision (Library Theatre Leeds)
1 Thu 7.30pmSCMusicCockermouth Mechanics Band
3 Sat 10.30amMain StEventBayou Rhythm Kings
3 Sat 11.30amVHChildrenBezerkaz Circus
3 Sat 2.00pmASREventAll Saints Summer Fair
3 Sat 2.00pmFMHEventAlzheimer's Society Garden Party
3 Sat 8.00pmKCMusicSmall Change - Cumbrian Roots Band
4 Sun 8.00pmKCMusicBayou Rhythm Kings Jazz Band
5 Mon 7.00pmCastleVisitGuided visit - Cockermouth Castle
5 Mon 8.00pmKCFilmThe Dreamers(18)
6 Tue 10.30amTICWalkWest Cumberland Heritage Walk
6 Tue 8.00pmGlobeEventSlides of Old Cockermouth
8 Thu 7.00pmC/SchMusicPrimary Schools Music Festival
8 Thu 7.30pmKCBalletSleeping Beauty
9 Fri 8.00pmURCMusicThe Nostlagic Piano
10 Sat 10.00amKCMusicVoices Dot Com - Voice Fest
10 Sat 10.30amMain StMusicCockermouth Mechanics Band
10 Sat 11.30amVHChildrenRoi Kwabana - Storytelling
10 Sat 7.30pmASCEventSummer Praise Service
11 Sun 8.00pmVHEventStorytelling with Taffy Thomas & others
13 Tue10.30amTICWalkWest Cumberland Heritage Walk
13 Tue2.30pmCastleVisitGuided visit - Cockermouth Castle
15 Thu 7.30pmTroutMusicCockermouth Mechanics Band
16 Fri 7.00pmCastleVisitGuided visit - Cockermouth Castle
16 Fri 8.00pmKCComedyFestival Comedy Club
17 Sat 10.00amURCExhibitnQuilt Exhibition
17 Sat 10.30amMain StMusicHenneth Anun Folk Band
17 Sat 11.30amMain StDramaCumberland Youth Theatre Around Town
19 Mon 8.00pmKCFilm21 Grams(15)
19 Mon 7.30pmVHEventAn Audience - Cockermouth Speakers Club
20 Tue 8.00pmKCEventSlides of Old Cockermouth
21 Wed 7.00pmCastleVisitGuided visit - Cockermouth Castle
23 Fri 8.00pmKCMusicBlack Umfolosi 5
24 Sat 10.30amMain StMusicLazy River Jazz Band
24 Sat 11.30amVHChildrenMartiny's Magic Show
25 Sun 10.00amBewaldethSpl EventCompanion Dog Show
25 Sun 8.00pmKCMusicZenith Hot Stompers Jazz Band
28 Wed 2.30pmCastleVisitGuided visit - Cockermouth Castle
29 Thu 7.00pmCastleVisitGuided visit - Cockermouth Castle
31 Sat 10.30amMain StMusicBayou Secou - Mexican Band
31 Sat 11.30amVHChildrenClydebuilt Puppet Shows
31 Sat 8.00pmKCMusicBayou Secou - Mexican Band
31 Sat 10.00amFitzSpl EventCockermouth Agricultural Show