Three top quality acts who proved big hits on recent visits to Cumbria will shortly take centre stage at Cockermouth’s Kirkgate Arts Centre. All three proved hugely popular when they visited Cumbria as part of the Arts Out West programme, which stages performances in community venues from Furness to the Solway and is managed by the Kirkgate. “These three acts …
The Kirkgate Centre popular monthly Crafts@Kirkgate programme
The Kirkgate Centre in Cockermouth’s popular monthly Crafts@Kirkgate programme led by professional artists is now up and running with all 2026 dates confirmed. This year’s series kicked off last month with Flower Painting for Beginners. It continues shortly with a Fused Glass Taster Session led by Roxanne Denny of RD Glass on Saturday, February 28 (2pm). Kirkgate Chief Executive Emma …
Arts Out West programme brings a touch of music, dance, bingo – and murder!
Arts Out West programme brings a touch of music, dance, bingo – and murder! An eclectic mix of characters – including Flanders and Swann, Leonard Cohen, Tom Waits, Juliet and Romeo and a bingo-playing murderer! — all combine to highlight the Arts Out West programme of village hall theatrical activities for the first half of 2026. Kirkgate Arts Out West …
Final chance to see ‘Our Freedom’ musical
Final chance to see ‘Our Freedom’ musical A community musical celebrating the concept of freedom, which was premiered at the Cockermouth Christmas lights switch-on recently, will be performed for the second and final time at the town’s Kirkgate Centre next week. ‘Our Freedom: Then and Now’ is a new programme of community-based events in arts centres and libraries across the …
Final preparations for ‘Our Freedom’ project
Final preparations are underway on a community musical that will take place in Cockermouth shortly as part of a nationwide celebration linked to the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II. ‘Our Freedom: Then and Now’ is a new programme of community-based events in arts centres and libraries across the UK highlighting what ‘Our Freedom’ means to local …
CockFrock Autumn Event
Cockfrock — Cockermouth’s ever-popular pop up sale of pre-loved ladies clothing and accessories — is back with another special pre-Christmas event! An annual two-day sale of pre-loved, good quality ladies fashion usually takes place at the town’s Kirkgate Centre each Spring. However, with Christmas not far away, organisers have again decided to stage an Autumn event next month to allow …
Would you like to help The Kirkgate celebrate ‘Our Freedom’?
Cockermouth’s Kirkgate Centre has been chosen to participate in a nationwide arts and creative programme reflecting what freedom means to people, linked to the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War. Our Freedom: Then and Now is a new programme of community-based events in arts centres and libraries across the UK highlighting what ‘Our Freedom’ means to …
Time to cash in on that unused sporting equipment again
It’s time for another workout revamp! Cockermouth’s Kirkgate Centre will shortly be repeating its Kirk Kit sporting goods sales spectacular, the first one of which proved such a hit last year. Have you got any old bits of sporting equipment or clothing taking up valuable space in the cupboard or wardrobe? Then next weekend’s the chance to cash in on …
The Kirkgate Centre’s after your vote!
Cockermouth’s Kirkgate Centre is hoping to follow up the success of its imaginative and popular 30th Anniversary Film Festival by picking up a prestigious award! Centre staff and volunteers are hoping that customers who enjoy the range of films on offer at the Kirkgate on a weekly basis will feel able to vote for the centre in the first ever …
Arts Out West Autumn/Winter 2025 Season
Arts Out West Autumn/Winter 2025 – Starts Thursday 4th September and runs until Sunday 7th December Arts Out West is the rural touring arm of Kirkgate Arts and Heritage serving a large area of West Cumbria. We work with volunteers in various venues throughout Cumberland, providing local audiences with high quality professional performances. This upcoming season has a wide range …