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Rose of Nevada (15)
8th July 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Director Mark Jenkin’s follow up to Bait and Enys Men. Three decades ago, the Rose of Nevada vanished at sea, along with its crew. Now, it has returned. In a remote fishing village, its reappearance is embraced as an auspicious sign, with the local citizens convinced the luck of their economically devastated community may turn, if only the ship sails ...
Crafts@Kirkgate Modern Calligraphy
10th July 2026 10:00am (Doors open at 9:30 am)
Kirkgate Centre
Please make sure you book your place in good time! Ticket sales for our crafts@kirkgate events are closed 48 hours before the event, to allow for planning of materials etc. Thank you. Discover the joy of lettering at this modern calligraphy workshop, perfect for absolute beginners. You’ll learn how to use a traditional dippy ink pot and old-fashioned calligraphy nibs ...
Father Mother Sister Brother (15)
10th July 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
A comedy drama feature film carefully constructed in the form of a triptych. The three stories all concern the relationships between adult children, their somewhat distant parent (or parents), and each other. Each of the three chapters takes place in the present, and each in a different country. “Utterly compelling. It’s a small treasure of a film that muses on ...
Whisky Tasting
11th July 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Led by local whisky enthusiast Stephen Walker, the tasting will consist of five single malt whiskies (25 ml measures) with a cask strength whisky included in the tasting. During the tasting, Stephen will talk about the whisky making process and the whisky industry. A two-course meal will be provided, prepared and cooked by Helen, Stephen’s wife. When booking please let ...
The Sunday Session
12th July 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:45 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
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 ...
NTLive Les Liaisons Dangereuses (15)
12th July 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Les Liaisons Dangereuses by Christopher Hampton based on the novel by Pierre Choderlos de Laclos directed by Marianne Elliott BAFTA Award-winner Lesley Manville (Phantom Thread) joins Aidan Turner (Rivals) in a striking new staging of Christopher Hampton’s celebrated adaptation of the classic novel, where among the glittering salons of the super-rich, one misstep can mean ruin. Marquise de Merteuil is ...
Father Mother Sister Brother (15)
13th July 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
A comedy drama feature film carefully constructed in the form of a triptych. The three stories all concern the relationships between adult children, their somewhat distant parent (or parents), and each other. Each of the three chapters takes place in the present, and each in a different country. “Utterly compelling. It’s a small treasure of a film that muses on ...
Father Mother Sister Brother (15)
15th July 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
A comedy drama feature film carefully constructed in the form of a triptych. The three stories all concern the relationships between adult children, their somewhat distant parent (or parents), and each other. Each of the three chapters takes place in the present, and each in a different country. “Utterly compelling. It’s a small treasure of a film that muses on ...
The Sheep Detectives (PG)
17th July 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
In this witty, new breed of mystery, George (Hugh Jackman) is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can't possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realize they must become the detectives. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep ...
Comedy@Kirkgate with John Lebbon
18th July 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
John Lebbon returns with another night of stand up! Mike Carter is an up and coming comedian on the UK comedy scene and is fast becoming a fixture on the North West circuit and beyond. Combining classic Scouse wit with contemporary observations of post University life and pop culture, Mike has won audiences over with a warm hearted delivery of ...
The Sheep Detectives (PG)
20th July 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
In this witty, new breed of mystery, George (Hugh Jackman) is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can't possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realize they must become the detectives. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep ...
The Sheep Detectives (PG)
22nd July 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
In this witty, new breed of mystery, George (Hugh Jackman) is a shepherd who reads detective novels to his beloved sheep every night, assuming they can't possibly understand. But when a mysterious incident disrupts life on the farm, the sheep realize they must become the detectives. As they follow the clues and investigate human suspects, they prove that even sheep ...
‘Aida’ on Sydney Harbour
23rd July 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Aida on Sydney Harbour In Aida, Verdi masterfully pits the intimate affairs of the heart against the grandeur of the universe: where kingdoms rise and fall and the sands of time grind onwards. There could be no grander setting for such an opera than Sydney Harbour itself, awash with the light of the city and the Sydney Opera House silhouetted ...
Colours of Time (15)
24th July 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Brought together by the unexpected inheritance of an abandoned house in Normandy, four cousins, previously strangers, discover a mysterious shared past. Two centuries earlier, Adèle Munier, their ancestor and owner of the house, left her rural home for Paris in search of her mother's identity, at the heart of the city's modernization and the rise of Impressionism. As her descendants ...
Monthly Market Seller Registration
25th July 2026 9:00am
Kirkgate Centre
For £10 you have access to one of ten tables for the morning of our monthly indoor market, where you can sell your unwanted items, home produced crafts, books, music, almost anything! We will send you a link to our seller guidelines when you book, but please click the link to check that your items are suitable before booking a ...
Kirkgate Monthly Market
25th July 2026 10:00am
Kirkgate Centre
We're opening our downstairs space for a monthly sale! Whether it'soriginal creations from local makers and crafters,unwanted household items, CD's, books, DVD's, toys and games you're sure to find some treasure among our sellers offerings. If you would like to rent a space to sell your items please clickhere. Come in from 10am – 1pm on the 4th or last ...
Cilla and the Swinging 60s
25th July 2026 7:30pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Celebrating the Life and Music of the legendary Cilla Black, Cilla & The Swinging 60s is a highly entertaining show, which also includes a handpicked selection of her well-known contemporaries, including DustySpringfield, Lulu, Petula Clark, The Beatles and many more. Starring the unforgettable voice of Sandy Smith, along with her talented dancers, the show will take you on a rollercoaster ...
Poets Out Loud
26th July 2026 4:00pm
Kirkgate Centre
Booking not required Poets Out Loud For writers, readers and listeners from Cumbria and beyond. All are welcome to a most informal poetry session at the Kirkgate Centre. It IS for listeners, not just writers. Lovers of poetry and the spoken word who would like to just sit and enjoy the words are most welcome It ISN’T an open mic ...
Jazz@Kirkgate: Groove Crusade
26th July 2026 7:30pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Jazz@kirkgate presentsGroove Crusade Back at Kirkgate after 2 years following their last exciting visit. Tim Franks; drums, Rod Sinclair; guitar, David Gray; trombone Pete Major; keyboards & vocals, Barry Rickarby; bass, Stuart Johnson; tenor & soprano saxophones https://groovecrusade.wordpress.com/audio-video/ Formed in 2019 as a result of a chance meeting between a saxophonist and a trombonist, depping on a pianist’s gig, a ...
Colours of Time (15)
27th July 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Brought together by the unexpected inheritance of an abandoned house in Normandy, four cousins, previously strangers, discover a mysterious shared past. Two centuries earlier, Adèle Munier, their ancestor and owner of the house, left her rural home for Paris in search of her mother's identity, at the heart of the city's modernization and the rise of Impressionism. As her descendants ...
Colours of Time (15)
29th July 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Brought together by the unexpected inheritance of an abandoned house in Normandy, four cousins, previously strangers, discover a mysterious shared past. Two centuries earlier, Adèle Munier, their ancestor and owner of the house, left her rural home for Paris in search of her mother's identity, at the heart of the city's modernization and the rise of Impressionism. As her descendants ...The Christophers (15)
31st July 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
A dark comedy in which once-celebrated artist's children enlist a forger to access his unfinished canvases in a deceptive bid to secure an inheritance when he dies. “Terrifically exhilarating and funny, as bracing as a large vodka and tonic before lunch: fast, literate and funny with a key plot progression elliptically and unsentimentally managed”. Peter Bradshaw – The Guardian Starring: ...
Iago Banet
1st August 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Described as ‘a master of the guitar’ by Sean Rafferty, BBC Radio 3 In Tune; as 'nothing short of phenomenal' in a recent review, and as a ‘highly recommended artist’ by Celtic Connections, Iago Banet creates stories without words, enthralling audiences. After starting his career in Galicia, he moved to London in 2014, where he played in various bands before ...The Christophers (15)
3rd August 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
A dark comedy in which once-celebrated artist's children enlist a forger to access his unfinished canvases in a deceptive bid to secure an inheritance when he dies. “Terrifically exhilarating and funny, as bracing as a large vodka and tonic before lunch: fast, literate and funny with a key plot progression elliptically and unsentimentally managed”. Peter Bradshaw – The Guardian Starring: ...The Christophers (15)
5th August 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
A dark comedy in which once-celebrated artist's children enlist a forger to access his unfinished canvases in a deceptive bid to secure an inheritance when he dies. “Terrifically exhilarating and funny, as bracing as a large vodka and tonic before lunch: fast, literate and funny with a key plot progression elliptically and unsentimentally managed”. Peter Bradshaw – The Guardian Starring: ...
‘Turandot’ on Sydney Harbour
6th August 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Turandot on Sydney Harbour This Handa Opera on Sydney Harbour production, directed by Chen Shi-Zheng, is known for its lavish sets, including a 25-meter dragon and a 20-meter pagoda, and its use of contemporary cinema and Chinese acrobatics. The production features a cast of world-class singers, including Dragana Radakovic as Turandot and Riccardo Massi as Calaf, and is known for ...
Crafts@kirkgate Block Printing
7th August 2026 10:00am (Doors open at 9:30 am)
Kirkgate Centre
Join Emily from Market Place Print Studio to play and experiment with a range of hand carved printing stamps. Animal, plant and shape blocks can be printed to create your own unique designs and repeat patterns. In this family-friendly workshop you will learn how to apply ink to the print blocks, how to make vibrant prints and how different types ...
Northern Soul – Still Burning (15)
7th August 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
The musical and cultural phenomenon of Northern Soul has kept burning for over six decades. Discarded black soul artists in the US became underground legends across the UK's Northern Soul clubs through rare vinyl records and legendary all-nighters. This epic story of Northern Soul, from its working-class origins to super clubs like Wigan Casino, burns ever stronger with a new ...
Crafts@kirkgate Block Printing
8th August 2026 10:00am (Doors open at 9:30 am)
Kirkgate Centre
Join Emily from Market Place Print Studio to play and experiment with a range of hand carved printing stamps. Animal, plant and shape blocks can be printed to create your own unique designs and repeat patterns. In this family-friendly workshop you will learn how to apply ink to the print blocks, how to make vibrant prints and how different types ...
André Rieu’s 2026 Summer Concert: Viva Maastricht!
8th August 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
This year, André Rieu celebrates a spectacular milestone — the 20th anniversary of his iconic summer concerts on the magnificent Vrijthof square. Captured live in his beloved hometown, this brand-new cinema event marks two decades of music and unforgettable magical summer nights. Viva Maastricht! is a joyful tribute to the city where it all began. Joined by his worldrenowned Johann ...
The Sunday Session
9th August 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:45 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
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 ...
Northern Soul – Still Burning (15)
10th August 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
The musical and cultural phenomenon of Northern Soul has kept burning for over six decades. Discarded black soul artists in the US became underground legends across the UK's Northern Soul clubs through rare vinyl records and legendary all-nighters. This epic story of Northern Soul, from its working-class origins to super clubs like Wigan Casino, burns ever stronger with a new ...
The New Bookshop presents ‘A Conversation with M W Craven’
11th August 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
The New Bookshop Presents : A conversation with M W Craven For the launch of next darkly-funny thrill-ride of a book in the bestselling Washington Poe series, ‘The Killer’s Mark’ (published on 13th August). M W Craven was born in Carlisle and grew up in Newcastle. He has worked and travelled in the army and also had a career in ...
Northern Soul – Still Burning (15)
12th August 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
The musical and cultural phenomenon of Northern Soul has kept burning for over six decades. Discarded black soul artists in the US became underground legends across the UK's Northern Soul clubs through rare vinyl records and legendary all-nighters. This epic story of Northern Soul, from its working-class origins to super clubs like Wigan Casino, burns ever stronger with a new ...
Finding Emily (12A)
14th August 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
A romantic comedy in which a lovesick musician is given the wrong number for his dream girl, he teams up with a driven psychology student to find her. Together, they spark a hilarious campus-wide frenzy that tests their own hearts and ambitions along the way. “It’s quite an achievement to take a genre as well-worn as the romcom and to ...
Finding Emily (12A)
17th August 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
A romantic comedy in which a lovesick musician is given the wrong number for his dream girl, he teams up with a driven psychology student to find her. Together, they spark a hilarious campus-wide frenzy that tests their own hearts and ambitions along the way. “It’s quite an achievement to take a genre as well-worn as the romcom and to ...
Finding Emily (12A)
19th August 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
A romantic comedy in which a lovesick musician is given the wrong number for his dream girl, he teams up with a driven psychology student to find her. Together, they spark a hilarious campus-wide frenzy that tests their own hearts and ambitions along the way. “It’s quite an achievement to take a genre as well-worn as the romcom and to ...
Tuner (15)
21st August 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
In Tuner, Academy Award-winning director Daniel Roher's first narrative feature, Leo Woodall (Bridget Jones: Mad about the Boy) stars as a gifted young piano tuner whose heightened sense of hearing draws the attention of criminals, who see his talents as useful for opening safes as well as for tuning Steinways. With his once-promising musical career over, he works across New ...
Monthly Market Seller Registration
22nd August 2026 9:00am
Kirkgate Centre
For £10 you have access to one of ten tables for the morning of our monthly indoor market, where you can sell your unwanted items, home produced crafts, books, music, almost anything! We will send you a link to our seller guidelines when you book, but please click the link to check that your items are suitable before booking a ...
Kirkgate Monthly Market
22nd August 2026 10:00am
Kirkgate Centre
We're opening our downstairs space for a monthly sale! Whether it'soriginal creations from local makers and crafters,unwanted household items, CD's, books, DVD's, toys and games you're sure to find some treasure among our sellers offerings. If you would like to rent a space to sell your items please clickhere. Come in from 10am – 1pm on the 4th or last ...
Poets Out Loud
23rd August 2026 4:00pm
Kirkgate Centre
Booking not required Poets Out Loud For writers, readers and listeners from Cumbria and beyond. All are welcome to a most informal poetry session at the Kirkgate Centre. It IS for listeners, not just writers. Lovers of poetry and the spoken word who would like to just sit and enjoy the words are most welcome It ISN’T an open mic ...
Jazz@Kirkgate: The Jack Pearce Quintet
23rd August 2026 7:30pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Drawing influence from Post-bop and 90s world fusion, while also infused with a strong sense of the rock music he grew up on, Jack effortlessly blends genres, creating a unique style that escapes the confines of conventional jazz. The original compositions have a uniquely open and interactive approach. Strong rhythms underpin vibrant, playful melodies creating a fusion complimentary to both ...
Tuner (15)
24th August 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
In Tuner, Academy Award-winning director Daniel Roher's first narrative feature, Leo Woodall (Bridget Jones: Mad about the Boy) stars as a gifted young piano tuner whose heightened sense of hearing draws the attention of criminals, who see his talents as useful for opening safes as well as for tuning Steinways. With his once-promising musical career over, he works across New ...
Tuner (15)
26th August 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
In Tuner, Academy Award-winning director Daniel Roher's first narrative feature, Leo Woodall (Bridget Jones: Mad about the Boy) stars as a gifted young piano tuner whose heightened sense of hearing draws the attention of criminals, who see his talents as useful for opening safes as well as for tuning Steinways. With his once-promising musical career over, he works across New ...
Eagles of The Republic (15)
28th August 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Egypt's most adored actor, George Fahmy (Fares Fares) is pressured to star in a film commissioned by the highest authorities. He reluctantly accepts the role and finds himself thrown into the inner circle of power. Like a moth drawn to the flame, he begins an affair with the mysterious wife of the general overseeing the film. “A seductive black-comic political ...
A Celebration of Simon & Garfunkel
29th August 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Experience the magic of Simon & Garfunkel like never before with Tim Chu and Ian Bailey, two exceptional singer-songwriters, composers, who are about to take you on a nostalgic journey. This is not a tribute act, its a study and interpretation of some of Simon’s greatest songs. For years, audiences have raved about their incredible performances. Their unique take on ...
Eagles of The Republic (15)
31st August 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Egypt's most adored actor, George Fahmy (Fares Fares) is pressured to star in a film commissioned by the highest authorities. He reluctantly accepts the role and finds himself thrown into the inner circle of power. Like a moth drawn to the flame, he begins an affair with the mysterious wife of the general overseeing the film. “A seductive black-comic political ...
Eagles of The Republic (15)
2nd September 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Egypt's most adored actor, George Fahmy (Fares Fares) is pressured to star in a film commissioned by the highest authorities. He reluctantly accepts the role and finds himself thrown into the inner circle of power. Like a moth drawn to the flame, he begins an affair with the mysterious wife of the general overseeing the film. “A seductive black-comic political ...
‘La Traviata’ on Sydney Harbour
3rd September 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
La Traviata on Sydney Harbour Verdi’s hugely popular La Traviata returns to the Sydney Harbour water stage featuring a breath-taking soaring 9 metre high, 3.5 ton chandelier covered in 10,000 shimmering Swarovski crystals. This glamorous production was captured on location on Sydney Harbour in 2021 in front of a sold out audience. La Traviata features timeless romantic arias, lively choreography, ...
My Mother’s Wedding (15)
4th September 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Heartfelt and funny, the film follows three sisters who return to their childhood home for a momentous weekend: the third wedding of their twice-widowed mother, Diana Frost (Kristin Scott Thomas). The three daughters are from vastly different walks of life: Katherine (Scarlett Johansson) is a Captain in the Royal Navy; Victoria (Sienna Miller) is a Hollywood star; and Georgina (Emily ...
The Great Big Kirkgate Quiz
5th September 2026 7:30pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
It's quiz time again! As usual our Quizmaster extraordinaire Toby Gaffney will be baffling and bamboozling us with a variety of multimedia rounds. Teams of up to six can take part, and if you haven't a team to go with you can turn up and join one on the night. £7 per person for a right good night of cerebral ...
My Mother’s Wedding (15)
7th September 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Heartfelt and funny, the film follows three sisters who return to their childhood home for a momentous weekend: the third wedding of their twice-widowed mother, Diana Frost (Kristin Scott Thomas). The three daughters are from vastly different walks of life: Katherine (Scarlett Johansson) is a Captain in the Royal Navy; Victoria (Sienna Miller) is a Hollywood star; and Georgina (Emily ...
My Mother’s Wedding (15)
9th September 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Heartfelt and funny, the film follows three sisters who return to their childhood home for a momentous weekend: the third wedding of their twice-widowed mother, Diana Frost (Kristin Scott Thomas). The three daughters are from vastly different walks of life: Katherine (Scarlett Johansson) is a Captain in the Royal Navy; Victoria (Sienna Miller) is a Hollywood star; and Georgina (Emily ...Savage House (15)
11th September 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Polite Society has never been so savage. A dark comedy set in 18th-century England, Savage House follows Sir Chauncey Savage (Richard E. Grant), a gloriously unscrupulous social climber propped up by debt and bravado. When invited to host the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, Chauncey and his razor-sharp wife, Lady Savage (Claire Foy), launch a bid to impress. As preparations ...
Comedy@Kirkgate with John Lebbon
12th September 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
John Lebbon returns with another night of stand up. Halls Of Ridiculous A regular headline act on the UK comedy circuit, The Halls of Ridiculous are a multi award winning double act who push the boundaries of sketch, improvisation, and character work to the absolute limit! Russell Kane tour support 2024/2025. “The best show of the Fringe so far. Best ...
The Sunday Session
13th September 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:45 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
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 ...Savage House (15)
14th September 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Polite Society has never been so savage. A dark comedy set in 18th-century England, Savage House follows Sir Chauncey Savage (Richard E. Grant), a gloriously unscrupulous social climber propped up by debt and bravado. When invited to host the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, Chauncey and his razor-sharp wife, Lady Savage (Claire Foy), launch a bid to impress. As preparations ...Savage House (15)
16th September 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Polite Society has never been so savage. A dark comedy set in 18th-century England, Savage House follows Sir Chauncey Savage (Richard E. Grant), a gloriously unscrupulous social climber propped up by debt and bravado. When invited to host the Duke and Duchess of Devonshire, Chauncey and his razor-sharp wife, Lady Savage (Claire Foy), launch a bid to impress. As preparations ...
500 Miles (12A)
18th September 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
An adaptation of Mark Lowery’s novel ‘Charlie and Me’ in which two brothers run away from home in England to reach their estranged grandfather on Ireland's west coast. “a big-hearted love letter to Ireland in general, and to the West Coast in particular. The cinematography really comes into its own in the latter part of the story, in which the ...
Crafts@Kirkgate: Hooky Rug Workshop
19th September 2026 10:00am
Kirkgate Centre
Please make sure you book your place in good time! Ticket sales for our crafts@kirkgate events are closed 48 hours before the event, to allow for planning of materials etc. Thank you. Make a rag rug out of recycled clothes! Learn a traditional craft and recycle/repurpose worn out clothing in this full day workshop (10am until 4pm). All materials, plus ...
FEVER Drag Cabaret
19th September 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Summer Salty and the FEVER team return for another night of glitz, glamour and glitter! More info coming soon…
Poets Out Loud
20th September 2026 4:00pm
Kirkgate Centre
Booking not required Poets Out Loud For writers, readers and listeners from Cumbria and beyond. All are welcome to a most informal poetry session at the Kirkgate Centre. It IS for listeners, not just writers. Lovers of poetry and the spoken word who would like to just sit and enjoy the words are most welcome It ISN’T an open mic ...
500 Miles (12A)
21st September 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
An adaptation of Mark Lowery’s novel ‘Charlie and Me’ in which two brothers run away from home in England to reach their estranged grandfather on Ireland's west coast. “a big-hearted love letter to Ireland in general, and to the West Coast in particular. The cinematography really comes into its own in the latter part of the story, in which the ...
500 Miles (12A)
23rd September 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
An adaptation of Mark Lowery’s novel ‘Charlie and Me’ in which two brothers run away from home in England to reach their estranged grandfather on Ireland's west coast. “a big-hearted love letter to Ireland in general, and to the West Coast in particular. The cinematography really comes into its own in the latter part of the story, in which the ...
Kirk Kit – Sellers Registration
24th September 2026 5:00pm
Kirkgate Centre
Recycle your unwanted sports and exercise equipment with our Kirk Kit Sale! After the years of successful sales through Cockfrock, we wanted to offer a similar chance to sell sporting goods.You can sell clothing and equipment for all sports, outdoor activities, camping, water activities, cycling etc. Men's and women's clothing and equipment, for all ages, adult and children will be ...
Kirk Kit – Autumn 2026
26th September 2026 10:00am
Kirkgate Centre
It's time for a workout revamp! Get ready, set and go! with our third'Kirk Kit'sporting goods sale. After the years of successful sales through Cockfrock, we wanted to offer a similar chance to sell unwanted sports and exercise equipment.It's the same format as Cockfrock, but for clothing and equipment for all sports, outdoor activities, camping, water activities, cycling and more. ...
Kirk Kit – Autumn 2026
27th September 2026 10:00am
Kirkgate Centre
It's time for a workout revamp! Get ready, set and go! with our third'Kirk Kit'sporting goods sale. After the years of successful sales through Cockfrock, we wanted to offer a similar chance to sell unwanted sports and exercise equipment.It's the same format as Cockfrock, but for clothing and equipment for all sports, outdoor activities, camping, water activities, cycling and more. ...
Jazz@Kirkgate: The Jake Leg Jug Band
27th September 2026 7:30pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
The Jake Leg Jug Band brings you the authentic sounds of 1920's and 30's America – jazz, blues, ragtime and gospel. Songs of murder, betrayal, gambling, liquor and redemption. After self-releasing their debut album Cotton Mouth, the band signed to one of the UK's most prestigious Jazz labels, recording three albums as part of the 'Vintage Recording Project', recording live ...
Wine tasting evening with Nick Shill
3rd October 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Join us for a fund raising evening of food and drink, with local expert Nick Shill taking us through a selection of wines. More info coming soon…
While & Matthews
4th October 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
CHRIS WHILE & JULIE MATTHEWS ANNOUNCED AS FEATURED ARTISTS IN BBC RADIO 2’S ‘21ST CENTURY FOLK’ PROJECT 2025 Celebrated singer-songwriters Chris While & Julie Matthews are proud to announce their participation in the BBC Radio 2 series 21st Century Folk, returning this summer for its third season. The acclaimed project brings together some of the UK’s finest songwriters with real-life ...
An Evening of James Taylor
10th October 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
James Taylor is the encapsulation of the best of American songwriting. His music has touched millions worldwide over his ongoing 55 year strong career and his music still stands up to the test of time. ‘How Sweet It Is’ focuses more on Taylor’s early songwriting career, featuring much loved songs, such as ‘Sweet Baby James’, ‘Something In The Way She ...
The Sunday Session
11th October 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:45 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
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 ...
J P Worsfold & Rhona Mcfarlane
11th October 2026 7:30pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
J P Worsfold is a writer of emotional, contemplative, contemporary folk songs that speak of connection, joy and belonging, with a subtle blend of rich vocal harmony, sweeping string arrangements alongside heartfelt keys and guitar. They are songs to evoke life’s deeper meaning and to inspire connection within ourselves and the natural space around us. He has self-released three albums ...
CADS performance
16th October 2026 7:30pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Cockermouth Amateur Dramatics Society are back with a new show! More info coming soon…
CADS performance
17th October 2026 7:30pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Cockermouth Amateur Dramatics Society are back with a new show! More info coming soon…
CADS performance
18th October 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Cockermouth Amateur Dramatics Society are back with a new show! More info coming soon…
NTLive The Misanthrope
18th October 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
The Misanthrope by Martin Crimp after Molière directed by Indhu Rubasingham Award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharpreimagining of Molière’s classic dark comedy. Telling the truth isn’t always that simple. Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the carefully constructed lies of modern society. But the more she challenges those around her, the fiercer the backlash becomes. ...
Monthly Market Seller Registration
24th October 2026 9:00am
Kirkgate Centre
For £10 you have access to one of ten tables for the morning of our monthly indoor market, where you can sell your unwanted items, home produced crafts, books, music, almost anything! We will send you a link to our seller guidelines when you book, but please click the link to check that your items are suitable before booking a ...
Kirkgate Monthly Market
24th October 2026 10:00am
Kirkgate Centre
We're opening our downstairs space for a monthly sale! Whether it'soriginal creations from local makers and crafters,unwanted household items, CD's, books, DVD's, toys and games you're sure to find some treasure among our sellers offerings. If you would like to rent a space to sell your items please clickhere. Come in from 10am – 1pm on the 4th or last ...
Crafts@Kirkgate Paint-a-Daisy
24th October 2026 2:00pm
Kirkgate Centre
Join us for a unique & creative children's event hosted by Amelia Bedson, celebrating heritage conservation! Young artists will have the exciting opportunity to restore a cast of a delicate daisy from an 18th-century gilded English mirror frame. Using any colours they choose—including shimmering gold—they'll be bringing history back to life. The daisy is decorated with a ribbon of their ...
Crafts@Kirkgate Paint-a-Daisy
24th October 2026 2:30pm
Kirkgate Centre
Join us for a unique & creative children's event hosted by Amelia Bedson, celebrating heritage conservation! Young artists will have the exciting opportunity to restore a cast of a delicate daisy from an 18th-century gilded English mirror frame. Using any colours they choose—including shimmering gold—they'll be bringing history back to life. The daisy is decorated with a ribbon of their ...
Crafts@Kirkgate Paint-a-Daisy
24th October 2026 3:00pm
Kirkgate Centre
Join us for a unique & creative children's event hosted by Amelia Bedson, celebrating heritage conservation! Young artists will have the exciting opportunity to restore a cast of a delicate daisy from an 18th-century gilded English mirror frame. Using any colours they choose—including shimmering gold—they'll be bringing history back to life. The daisy is decorated with a ribbon of their ...
Crafts@Kirkgate Paint-a-Daisy
24th October 2026 3:30pm
Kirkgate Centre
Join us for a unique & creative children's event hosted by Amelia Bedson, celebrating heritage conservation! Young artists will have the exciting opportunity to restore a cast of a delicate daisy from an 18th-century gilded English mirror frame. Using any colours they choose—including shimmering gold—they'll be bringing history back to life. The daisy is decorated with a ribbon of their ...
Crafts@Kirkgate Paint-a-Daisy
24th October 2026 4:00pm
Kirkgate Centre
Join us for a unique & creative children's event hosted by Amelia Bedson, celebrating heritage conservation! Young artists will have the exciting opportunity to restore a cast of a delicate daisy from an 18th-century gilded English mirror frame. Using any colours they choose—including shimmering gold—they'll be bringing history back to life. The daisy is decorated with a ribbon of their ...
Crafts@Kirkgate Paint-a-Daisy
24th October 2026 4:30pm
Kirkgate Centre
Join us for a unique & creative children's event hosted by Amelia Bedson, celebrating heritage conservation! Young artists will have the exciting opportunity to restore a cast of a delicate daisy from an 18th-century gilded English mirror frame. Using any colours they choose—including shimmering gold—they'll be bringing history back to life. The daisy is decorated with a ribbon of their ...
Gary Stewart & Holly Taymar: A celebration of Paul Simon and Eva Cassidy
24th October 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Join us for an unforgettable experience as two exceptional UK artists pay tribute to two legendary singer-songwriters. Gary Stewart – The Songs of Paul Simon Scottish singer-songwriter Gary Stewart is no stranger to the live acoustic music scene. While celebrated for his own folk-pop originals, Stewart has also wowed audiences at festivals across the UK with his band’s stunning interpretations ...
Poets Out Loud
25th October 2026 4:00pm
Kirkgate Centre
Booking not required Poets Out Loud For writers, readers and listeners from Cumbria and beyond. All are welcome to a most informal poetry session at the Kirkgate Centre. It IS for listeners, not just writers. Lovers of poetry and the spoken word who would like to just sit and enjoy the words are most welcome It ISN’T an open mic ...
Jazz@Kirkgate: Kedu
25th October 2026 7:30pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Kedu is a 6 piece group formed in London that combines West African music with Jazz. Drawing influence from Ghanaian highlife, Mandé griots and rumba, this group fuses intensive rhythms and grooves with melodic storytelling and improvisation, and are playing their first shows before heading on tour around the UK in 2026. Lead by Congolese Guitarist and vocalist ‘Daniel Ndaty’ ...
Bat Out Of Hell – The Musical (12A)
31st October 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Get ready for the ultimate rock experience as we bring Bat Out of Hell back to the big screen. The cast of the West End production will bring Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf’s iconic anthems to life, including I’d Do Anything For Love (But I Won’t Do That), Paradise By The Dashboard Light, Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad, Dead ...
Crafts@Kirkgate Glass
1st November 2026 10:00am (Doors open at 9:30 am)
Kirkgate Centre
Book your place on a fused glass Christmas decoration taster session with Roxanne Denny of RD Glass. Learn a new skill and have fun being creative with hands on instruction and the freedom to choose what you make. During the session you will use pre-cut pieces of glass, glass rods and crushed glass in a range of shapes and colours. ...
Crafts@Kirkgate Glass
1st November 2026 1:00pm
Kirkgate Centre
Book your place on a fused glass Christmas decoration taster session with Roxanne Denny of RD Glass. Learn a new skill and have fun being creative with hands on instruction and the freedom to choose what you make. During the session you will use pre-cut pieces of glass, glass rods and crushed glass in a range of shapes and colours. ...
Emmeline Pankhurst – Angel or Anarchist?
1st November 2026 7:00pm (Doors open at 6:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
PREVIEW PERFORMANCES On a Role Theatre Company presents: Emmeline Pankhurst – Angel or Anarchist? Written byChris Jaeger StarringLiz Grand Emmeline Pankhurst is one of the most influential and well-known British women to have ever lived. She fought tirelessly for women to have the vote. She was imprisoned several times and often went on hunger strike. Having failed to make any ...
Gav Cross- Tell Tale Twit
7th November 2026 3:00pm (Doors open at 2:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Tell Tale Twit… A Storytelling Show by Gav Cross Family Friendly – 7+ Suggested… Lurking on our bookshelves, forgotten and dusty from lack of love, sit short sinister stories. Hiding in plain sight. Nursery Rhymes & Fairy Tales. Some famous. Some lost. For good reason? You’ll find out… Come join Gav Cross for more deep dives into the words we ...
Gav Cross- The War of the Worlds
7th November 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Step into the heart of one of the most iconic sci-fi stories ever written as H.G. Wells ’The War of the Worlds' is reimagined in a gripping solo performance by Gav Cross. This 90 minute reading, delivered in the robust style of a Victorian parlour performance, thrusts audiences into the terror and urgency of a world in chaos, consumed by ...
The Sunday Session
8th November 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:45 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
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 ...
The Jaywalkers
8th November 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
As those who have been fortunate enough to catch them in full flight will testify, a Jaywalkers show is an exhilarating experience.UK-based they may be but many from the other side of the Atlantic have complimented them on their particularly stylish delivery of this virtuosic brand of Americana. These three outstanding musicians have developed a tight bond, demonstrated through their ...
Cockfrock Autumn 2026 Sellers Registration
12th November 2026 3:30pm
Kirkgate Centre
The fashion event we all love! We're looking for good quality ladies fashions and accessories… If you would like toregister as a seller at Cockfrocksimply 'buy' a ticket to this 'event'. You don't even need to come to the sale itself! We take care of all that for you, all you need to do is get your clothes labelled and ...
Cockfrock Autumn 2026
14th November 2026 10:30am
Kirkgate Centre
The North West's biggest pop-up pre-loved boutique! We've got knockout frocks at a knockdown prices, shoes, handbags, jewellery, whether it's glitz and glamour or more practical outfits you're after- there is always a wide range of styles and sizes at our second hand ladies fashions sale. Did you know… Fashion production makes up 10% of humanity's carbon emissions, dries up ...
Cockfrock Autumn 2026
15th November 2026 10:00am
Kirkgate Centre
The North West's biggest pop-up pre-loved boutique! We've got knockout frocks at a knockdown prices, shoes, handbags, jewellery, whether it's glitz and glamour or more practical outfits you're after- there is always a wide range of styles and sizes at our second hand ladies fashions sale. Did you know… Fashion production makes up 10% of humanity's carbon emissions, dries up ...
Crafts@Kirkgate Festive Gilding
21st November 2026 11:30am (Doors open at 11:00 am)
Kirkgate Centre
The perfect workshop to ring in the Christmas spirit! Learn the art of laying gold leaf by gilding your own festive Christmas ornaments and decorations ✨ You will be taught about the art of gilding, how it has changed over time and how you can use it in your own home to give anything a new gilded sparkle! Your festive ...
Comedy@Kirkgate with John Lebbon
21st November 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
John Lebbon returns with another night of stand up. Jack Kelly Stand Up Comedian | Host | Writer 'Very funny' BBC Radio 2 | 'Hilarious' British Comedy Guide Phil Walker Quotes: "If you look in your local comedy club listings and ever see Phil Walker listed, get a ticket. One of the funniest acts out there." – Jason Manford. "Phil ...
Poets Out Loud
22nd November 2026 4:00pm
Kirkgate Centre
Booking not required Poets Out Loud For writers, readers and listeners from Cumbria and beyond. All are welcome to a most informal poetry session at the Kirkgate Centre. It IS for listeners, not just writers. Lovers of poetry and the spoken word who would like to just sit and enjoy the words are most welcome It ISN’T an open mic ...
Jazz@Kirkgate: The Brian Molley Quartet
22nd November 2026 7:30pm (Doors open at 6:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Brian Molley Quartet celebrate and reimagine a legend of twentieth century popular music along with more great jazz. The great Henry Mancini was the composer of many musical gems. BMQ deliver their innovative, unique and classy take on the catalogue of a master of jazz and popular music with new interpretations of classic titles such as The Days of Wine ...
Crafts@Kirkgate Wreath
5th December 2026 10:00am (Doors open at 9:30 am)
Kirkgate Centre
Celebrate Cumbria’s winter season by making your very own sustainable Festive Wreath to dress your front door. Harriet from Cumberland Flower Farm will bring a lovely mix of cumbrian evergreen foliages, grasses and berries and guide you in crafting a compostable wreath using sustainable materials and techniques. Tuition, materials and tools and equipment will be supplied, but please wear old ...
Crafts@Kirkgate Wreath
5th December 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:30 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Celebrate Cumbria’s winter season by making your very own sustainable Festive Wreath to dress your front door. Harriet from Cumberland Flower Farm will bring a lovely mix of cumbrian evergreen foliages, grasses and berries and guide you in crafting a compostable wreath using sustainable materials and techniques. Tuition, materials and tools and equipment will be supplied, but please wear old ...
The Shanty Story
5th December 2026 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Set in a small coastal fishing village, the shanty story tells a tale of love, loss, hard work both at sea and on land, sadness , happiness and laughter. All told through narration and shanty songs, the audience will be encouraged to join in with chorus singing and words will be available.
The Sunday Session
6th December 2026 2:00pm (Doors open at 1:45 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
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 ...
Monthly Market Seller Registration
12th December 2026 9:00am
Kirkgate Centre
For £10 you have access to one of ten tables for the morning of our monthly indoor market, where you can sell your unwanted items, home produced crafts, books, music, almost anything! We will send you a link to our seller guidelines when you book, but please click the link to check that your items are suitable before booking a ...
Kirkgate Monthly Market
12th December 2026 10:00am
Kirkgate Centre
We're opening our downstairs space for a monthly sale! Whether it'soriginal creations from local makers and crafters,unwanted household items, CD's, books, DVD's, toys and games you're sure to find some treasure among our sellers offerings. If you would like to rent a space to sell your items please clickhere. Come in from 10am – 1pm on the 4th or last ...
Amelia Coburn
30th January 2027 8:00pm (Doors open at 7:00 pm)
Kirkgate Centre
Amelia Coburn has a knack for making the unusual sound timeless. Her honest, occasionally hilarious and quintessentially north-eastern persona disarms and beguiles in equal measure. Drawing inspiration from gothic literature and the shadowy allure of film noir, there is a darkness at the heart of many of her songs, populated by vivid characters and nocturnal creatures that inhabit the liminal ...Sorry, no Events match your filter criteria. Click here to reset filters