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About Us
The Kirkgate Centre is an entertainment and cultural venue at the heart of the lively community of Cockermouth, Cumbria.
We celebrate our local talent and heritage, and bring top quality professional entertainment to
our town and many other communities across the area to the west of the Lake District National Park.
Whether you enjoy films on a big screen, live music, theatre, exhibitions, shows for children and families or community events, Kirkgate has something for everyone. Our quirky character makes us a special venue for weddings, parties, festivals and conferences.
Our mission:
“Creative talent is valued, developed, and supported with opportunities for all to actively engage with and enjoy the arts, our local heritage and community life”
Our values:
Commitment – Our staff and volunteers are dedicated to delivering our mission.
Inclusion – We aim to make art, heritage, and culture accessible to all our communities.
Sustainability – We aim to ensure that the organisation is secure for future generations from both financial and environmental perspective.
Nurturing – We aim to provide an environment that encourages growth, development of skills confidence and enjoyment for all.
WHAT’S ON
Mayfield School Art Exhibition
11th March 2026 12:00am
Kirkgate Centre
From Wednesday 11th April we will be home to a selection of artwork from the pupils at Mayfield School. The works will be available to view when the centre is open for events between Wednesday 11th and Friday 20th April*. Their works will be available to purchase, with collection at the end of the exhibition on the afternoon of Friday ...
Blue Moon (15)
11th March 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Richard Linklater's Blue Moon tells the story of legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart (best known as the lyricist half of the successful songwriting team of Rodgers and Hart) bravely facing the future as his professional and private life unravel at the opening night party for his ex-partner’s, Rodger’s, hit show Oklahoma! By the time this night is over, Hart will have ...
Mayfield School Art Exhibition
12th March 2026 12:00am
Kirkgate Centre
From Wednesday 11th April we will be home to a selection of artwork from the pupils at Mayfield School. The works will be available to view when the centre is open for events between Wednesday 11th and Friday 20th April*. Their works will be available to purchase, with collection at the end of the exhibition on the afternoon of Friday ...
Mayfield School Art Exhibition
13th March 2026 12:00am
Kirkgate Centre
From Wednesday 11th April we will be home to a selection of artwork from the pupils at Mayfield School. The works will be available to view when the centre is open for events between Wednesday 11th and Friday 20th April*. Their works will be available to purchase, with collection at the end of the exhibition on the afternoon of Friday ...