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Lantern festival organisers call on continued community support after 2026 event (opens the original)
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The organisers of the Ulverston Lantern Festival have celebrated the success of its return with donations needed to make 2027 just as special. The annual event lit up the streets of the south Cumbrian market town on Saturday, September 19. The date has already been set for its return on September 18, 2027 with people encouraged to share their ideas for themes at the Ulverston Lantern Festival Facebook page. The committee behind the event said: "You were fantastic as were the bands bringing the u
New book chronicles the history of one of Barrow's most iconic brands (opens the original)
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A new book is set to celebrate the legacy of one of Barrow's most iconic brands. Titled Marsh’s Soft Drinks – The History, the 108-page book tells the full story of the beloved drink company from its beginnings to its eventual closure. It has been written by local author Kevin Alexander, who is no stranger to bringing the history of Furness to life through his work. He said: "The collection and book launch will be held at Signal at Cooke’s studios on Duke Street at a later date to be confirmed o
Halloween ghost walk with terror trail and mini fair coming to Lakes village (opens the original)
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A historic village on the edge of the Lake District will be turning into a realm of frights and tricks this Halloween. Organised by the Footsteps to Theatre CIC, the 'Spooky Stroll' will be held on Friday, October 30 at 6.15pm. Suitable for all ages, with an optional 'terror trail' for those who dare, booking is required and can be done here. The CIC said: "Wander through this historic village as we tell terrifying tales of old, play some tricks, hand out treats, and encounter some spooky surpri
Registration opens for this year's sleep-out at Barrow AFC (opens the original)
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Registration for this year's charity sleep-out at Barrow AFC has opened with residents encouraged to brave cold conditions for a worthy cause. This year's Forty Winks for Furness will be returning on November 28 to raise money for the Furness Homeless Support Group. Since the event first started, it has raised more than £31,000 for FHSG with £8144 brought in last year alone and you can sign up for the 2026 edition here. The organisers said: "Around 50 volunteers will once again, be sleeping at B
New children's book inspires love of Lake District rescue teams (opens the original)
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A new children's book is inspiring a love of Lake District rescue teams in the next generation. Written by Rachel Loader and the latest in the 'Where Are You Going Today?' series, the book follows a mountain rescue team (MRT) as they respond to three different rescue call-outs. Priced at £15.99 and available at www.whereareyougoingtoday.co.uk, part of the proceeds brought in through sales will be going to Coniston MRT. A spokesperson said: "We’re delighted to have been working with children’s au
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