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Kirkgate Arts and Heritage Cockermouth Venue Theatre Films Music Kirkgate 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 vision is to ensure that creative talent is valued, developed and supported, with opportunities for all to actively enjoy the arts, local heritage and community life as well as being thoroughly entertained!

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The Mystery of The Pirate Lagoon @ The Victory Hall, Dalston – Arts Out West

11th April 2026 6:00pm (Doors open at 5:30 pm)

The Victory Hall - Dalston

Category: Arts Out West

The Mystery of the Pirate Lagoon A comic radio play presented live on stage. What is the mystery of the Pirate Lagoon? Join the crew of The Prospero on an adventure to find out. Will we find the treasure?Can we escape from the evil Captain Starkers? This daft and entertaining show gives you the chance to release your inner pirate, ...

The Sunday Session

12th April 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:45 pm)

Kirkgate Centre

Category: Join In

Are you a musician, looking for a place to test out your tunes? Do you sing/play and would love to meet up with other musicians to have a bit of a jam? Our open mic night has evolved! We're starting a new approach, to cater for all, with our Sunday Sessions. Come down for a listen, or bring an instrument ...

Music Mondays – Session for 0-4 Yr Olds with their adult

13th April 2026 2:15pm

Kirkgate Centre

Category: Join In

Music Classes @ The Kirkgate for Children and Young People Music sessions for children interested in music Children and young people are invited to join us at the Kirkgate for two musical opportunities. Music Mondays during the summer term for different age groups, and a Half-term daily Music Campfor 8-14-year-olds (25-29 May). Music Monday’s classes are suitable for young people ...

Music Mondays – Musicianship games for 7 – 11 yr olds

13th April 2026 3:30pm

Kirkgate Centre

Category: Join In

Music Classes @ The Kirkgate for Children and Young People Music sessions for children interested in music Children and young people are invited to join us at the Kirkgate for two musical opportunities. Music Mondays during the summer term for different age groups, and a Half-term daily Music Campfor 8-14-year-olds (25-29 May). Music Monday’s classes are suitable for young people ...
Testimonials

I remember fondly our time at the Kirkgate a couple of years ago, the warm and intimate atmosphere and the friendly welcome.

Kiki Dee

 The Kirkgate is my ideal venue. Intimate and warm, staffed by passionate folks who really care about The Arts and about their local community. It has a beating heart, even more so due to the eager enthusiastic volunteers who help run it.

Snake Davis

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Cockermouth and had a great evening at the Kirkgate, the venue and staff were fantastic. We look forward to returning sometime in the future.

Kevin Morris & Dr Feelgood