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Coming up in this week's update...
Visit Maryport this weekend for Taste Cumbria’s Taste of the Sea festival.
It takes place on Saturday 10 and Sunday 11 August 2024 in a slightly different seafront location - on the grassland at Marine Road, next to Maryport Marina.
Expect more than 50 stalls in the Producers’ Market selling everything from food and drink to crafts and gifts.
For the latest information on all the Taste Cumbria events, and to buy tickets for Bingo Loco and Fish and Fizz, go to www.visitallerdale.co.uk/taste-cumbria-home
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We’re looking for clothes donations – and clothing alteration skills – for a special event to mark Sustainable Fashion Week in September.
The Clothes Swap event is aimed at young adults aged 16-25 and will be held on Friday 27 September in Whitehaven’s Family Hub on the Harbour. Cumberland’s care experienced young people will have priority access from 4:30, then the event will be open to the general public from 5:00 onwards.
Can you help with donations and sewing skills?
To help make the event a success, we are looking for donations of clean, good quality clothes and accessories suitable for young adults. Anything from t-shirts, coats, trousers and dresses, shoes, scarves, belts and more. We will also need hangers!
We are also looking for volunteers with sewing/textiles skills (and equipment) to come along to either do small/quick alterations, or demonstrate how people could do this themselves.
Please contact – Rebecca.barnes@cumberland.gov.uk if you can help. If you live near Whitehaven, you can drop off donations to the Family Hub on the Harbour on Swingpump Lane.
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Our new Adult Learning brochure is hitting doormats this week.
Try a new skill or improve your CV – find out more here:
Sharpen your skills with new adult learning courses | Cumberland Council
Do you love Curwen Hall and Hall Park in Workington? Have you been visiting since you were a child?
As part of the Workington Gateway project, we will be improving ‘active travel’ footpaths and cycle paths in and around Hall Park. We’re interested in how you use the park now, and how you have done so in the past.
Have your say by filling in an online survey. Please respond before Friday 30 August 2024.
If you have any questions about the project, please email WorkingtonTownscape@cumbria.gov.uk
We’re asking young people in Workington to tell us what they think the town needs.
Our Community Development team is leading two drop-in events at the Carnegie Theatre this month.
They will also be a safe space for youngsters to just be with friends, play video games, try out the DJ decks and enjoy some free pizza.
The events run from noon until 4pm on Saturdays August 10 and 31, and there is no need to book
We recently hosted a fantastic celebration to mark the transformation of Devonshire Street, in partnership with local contractors Eric Wright Civil Engineering Limited and businesses along the street. The event, held on Saturday 3 August, from 1 pm to 6 pm, was a huge success, bringing our community together for a day filled with music, fun, and sunshine.
The highlight of the day was a lively music festival curated by ‘Rock With,’ featuring performances from 99 Mr Benns (featuring our very own Steve Dunn), Phil Lewthwaite, Somethin' Brewin', The Window View, and Red Handed Siren. The stage, set up at the base of Devonshire Street, created the perfect backdrop for the event.
Devonshire Street is now open, marking a significant milestone in our ongoing regeneration efforts in Carlisle. This project is part of broader initiatives, including the Carlisle Southern Gateway, Station Gateway, and Market Square and Greenmarket Regeneration Projects, all set to enhance our city over the coming years.
For more information about the Carlisle Place Projects, please visit our website.
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We are excited to announce that the multi-million-pound Market Square and Greenmarket Regeneration Project in Carlisle has officially begun this August. This project, backed by central government investment, will transform a 6,000-square-metre area in the city centre into a vibrant, multifunctional events space.
Starting the week of 12 August, we set up site offices and began preparations on Castle Street. Construction will be underway week of 19 August, which will include the careful relocation of the war memorial, with full support of the British Legion. Although traffic and pedestrian flow will be affected, clear signage is in place, and a pedestrian walkway will be maintained throughout the project.
As part of the project, we also need to remove two trees affected by Ash Dieback. While we only remove trees as a last resort when they pose a safety risk, we are committed to the environment and will be planting four new trees to replace them, ensuring that the area remains green and welcoming.
Eric Wright Civil Engineering Limited is our contractor, and they are working closely with local residents and businesses to minimise disruption. While some city centre events may be impacted, key events like the Summer International Market and Remembrance Sunday will continue as planned. We are currently reviewing the full events calendar and will provide updates once everything is planned.
We are committed to enhancing Carlisle’s city centre, and all businesses will remain open during construction, and this project is expected to be finalised by spring 2025.
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We are about to begin a key phase in the reconfiguration of one of Workington’s main junctions with the demolition of the former Henry Curwen pub at Ramsay Brow. Thompsons of Prudhoe, based near Carlisle. While the demolition takes place, a small section of the footpath next to the site will be temporarily closed, but there will be no disruption to motorists.
Removing the building will ease the pinch point where the A66 and A596 meet, improving access for HGVs and reducing traffic impacts on nearby communities. This demolition is a critical part of the £10 million Workington Gateway project, which will also enhance pedestrian and cycle routes around Hall Park, add a new horticultural centre and café, and feature a lighting scheme for the historic hall.
Workington Gateway is part of a larger regeneration effort fuelled by £33 million in external funding, which also includes a Sports Village, Innovation Centre, and public realm improvements.
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The Stars of Tomorrow Ball is thrilled to announce that Member of Parliament Josh McAlister will be the distinguished guest speaker at this year's highly anticipated event. The ball, which will take place on 6 September at Energus, Workington promises to be an unforgettable evening.
Josh McAlister MP is known for his extensive and impactful career dedicated to improving the lives of children and families. Before his election to Parliament, he served as the Executive Chair of Foundations, the What Works Centre for Children and Families, and co-founded SHiFT.
The event will also include a variety of entertainment including a singer, drag act and DJ. It is being hosted by Cumbria Youth Alliance, Inspira and Cumberland Council and has been created to raise money for a newly created Enrichment Fund dedicated tplao supporting cared for and care experienced children and young people.
Tickets for the Stars of Tomorrow Ball are available now. Join us at the Stars of Tomorrow Ball and be a part of an inspiring evening that promises to change lives and brighten futures. Contact Emma.Williamson@Cumberland.gov.uk to reserve your table or for individual ticket sales, book on Eventbrite.
Aspatria Library has been transformed to combine the local library and children's centre into a modern, fit-for-purpose building designed to meet the needs of residents. The library opened to the public on Wednesday 7 August and a celebration event will be taking place week beginning 19 August for all the community to come along.
With summer finally making an appearance it's important to remember to #RespectTheWater
While the cool water in Cumbria may look appealing for a dip in this heat, there can be many hidden dangers under the surface of the water.
Please be aware of the dangers of pier jumping, as going into the water can be risky for several reasons, such as sudden cold, hidden dangerous objects, strong currents, and potential for illness or infections.
Remember and share this RNLI advice – if you get into trouble in the water, #FloatToLive:
- Tilt your head back, ears submerged.
- Relax and try to breathe normally.
- Move your hands to help you stay afloat.
- It's OK if your legs sink, we all float differently.
- Spread your arms and legs to improve stability.
Call 999 or 112 and ask for the Coastguard if you get in trouble near the water or see someone struggling. Never enter the water to help a person or animal.
For more information Respect the Water – National Drowning Prevention Campaign (rnli.org)
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