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Cockermouth Fireworks Display

The annual Cockermouth Fireworks Display will take place on Sunday, 7th November, and it will be held at the Memorial Gardens, Wakefield Road, Cockermouth. Entry is free and the fireworks last around 30 minutes from 6pm. For more information call 01900 822634 or e-mail: cockermouthtic@co-net.com or see www.cockermouth.org.uk

Carlisle Fireshow at Bitts Park

This is a themed bonfire with a spectacular display of fireworks, set to music. Fairground and catering units are on site and admission is free,but donations are accepted for charity. The event will be held from 7 pm on Saturday 6th November, 2010. Contact Gill Burns on: 01228 817359, or gill@carlisle.co.uk or see www.carlisle.gov.uk

Egremont Crab Fair

The Egremont Crab Fair was first established in 1267, and this is one of the oldest fairs in the world. Combining ancient traditional events with modern attractions for all the family, this unique event attracts thousands of visitors every year. The fair will take place on 18th September, 2010. Events being in the morning and carry on until late evening, and include: the apple cart parade, sports, entertainers and displays. Website: www.egremontcrabfair.com.

Westmorland Horticultural Show

The show will take place in Kendal, and over 1,000 flower, fruit and vegetable exhibits will be on show, plus a range of home-made wine, floral art and children´s flower classes. Entry price is just £1 per person and free entry for children under 12. The show will be held on Tuesday 14th September from 2pm to 6.30pm and from 10am to 7.15pm on Wednesday 15th September. For more information call Miss L Carlisle on 01539 741267.

Kendal Mintfest 2010

You can enjoy a vast range of mind-boggling performances from all over the world at Kendal Mintfest 2010. The Lakeland market town bursts into life with incredible performances from the dramatic to the plain silly. The whole weekend provides fun for all the family, and this event is quickly becoming one of the best street arts festivals in the UK.

The event takes place from Friday 3rd September to 5th September. For more information contact Jan Shorrock on 01539 720252. E-mail: jan@kendalartsinternational.com or www.lakesalive.org

Keswick Agricultural Show

Due to take place at Keswick Show Ground, the agricultural show offers visitors the chance to find out more about the Lake District, plus enjoy the local scenery and landscapes of Keswick. Attractions and events include a sheepdog show, an art and craft marquee, a vintage machinery display and Cumberland and Westmorland wrestling. For more information call Judith Hildreth on 016973 23418 or e-mail: keswickshow@aol.com. Website: www.keswickshow.co.uk
The event will take place on Monday, 30th August, 8.30am-5pm.