The latest Cumbria Labour Market Briefing (October 2025), shared by Realise HR, shows that over 225,700 people are currently in payrolled employment, around 500 more than this time last year. Earnings ...

Grove Barn Cafe and event space in Ambleside will kick off its new season of events on Monday, October 20 in partnership with Gemma Longworth from Channel 4’s award-winning restoration show, Find It, ...

Scott Duff and Co also hosted a Summer Social for their team in August, where both offices (Carlisle and Penrith) came together for the evening to celebrate the successful year so far.

Staff at hotels around the Lake District are in training for a cocktail-making competition due to be held next month.

No opening date has yet been confirmed for Søstrene Grene’s Carlisle store, and the company has been contacted for more information. McKnight continues to work on several commercial renovation ...

A British lifestyle brand has announced the opening of its newest store in a Lake District town next week. Joules will open its store in Ambleside on Thursday, October 23 selling clothing and ...

Two bakeries in South Cumbria have been nominated for a major national award that celebrates their craft. Lovingly Artisan bakery in Kendal, and More? The Artisan Bakery in Staveley have both been ...

South Cumbria is well represented with nominees in this year’s Food Awards England, with one Cartmel establishment, L'Enclume getting the ...

A historic hotel in the Lake District is still up for sale, and offers an opportunity that shouldn't be missed.

A Lake District chef has earned a place among the UK’s most promising culinary talent. Dylan Evans, who works at Henrock by Simon Rogan in Windermere, was recognised by the Craft Guild of Chefs after ...

A MUCH loved Lake District hotel in one of 'Britain's most desirable locations' has been brought to the market.

The Quaker Tapestry Museum in Kendal is under threat of indefinite closure from November as trustees consult over proposals to tackle funding issues.