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Yahoo
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Here's what to expect at upcoming Cumbrian food festival
A Cumbrian food festival has revealed what to expect in west Cumbria as the event aims to raise money for the local infrastructure. Eat Street is set to take place in St Bees at the beachfront green on July 12 and 13. The festival is in collaboration with BeeUnique, who are running a larger family fun day with bouncy castles, activities and a colour run. The festival is raising funds for the St Bees public toilets. Some of the activities people can expect (Image: Aaron Groggins) Aaron Groggins, the founder of the event has revealed what people can expect to see at the festival. He said: "A handpicked mix of incredible vendors can be found, bringing tastes from around the world made by local people and local produce: The Wasdale Mill – Wood-fired pizza & panuozzi Holly Bank Farm – Farm-reared meats & comfort food classics The Cumbrian Boerewors – Authentic South African BBQ Fell Bar – High-energy Cumbrian flapjacks Dirty dogs Fave Kravez Dosa Chaska Spot on catering chippy van R street food Candy Cabs "There is also a bar that will be pouring Ennerdale Brewery beers, local ciders, wines and soft drinks." Other activities on the day include artisan stalls, where attendees can browse "beautiful, handcrafted pieces from our amazing local creatives": Coastal crafts, Fell Bars Cumbria and Laverock Hampers. Aaron added: "We're hosting six talented local musicians across both days bringing acoustic vibes and laid-back sets to the seafront. "The Everyone Here Bus will also be stopping by with creative arts activities for all ages. "The BeeUnique Fun Park will have a massive inflatable zone, kids activities, and a colour run plus the BeeUnique football tournament – fun for all the family" Families can also chill, sauna, and swim as the RX4 sauna experience will be parked at Seacote Hotel car park. There's plenty of parking across all three car parks – the beachfront and football pitch will be open. Organisers are urging attendees to avoid parking on Beach Road – signs will guide you.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
'We've worked so hard' - Just Messin' owner on award nomination
Just Messin' has been nominated by News & Star readers as one of the ten finalists in its 'Best Family Indoor Entertainment 2025' award. The children's play centre on Botchergate in Carlisle celebrates its fourth birthday this month. Christina Frost, the owner, said the nomination 'means a lot' to her. She said: 'I'm so happy. We're a small team of family and friends – my mum works alongside me – and we've worked so hard. 'It's nice to know that people appreciate what we do and to get recognition for it.' One of the activity rooms inside Just Messin'. (Image: Just Messin') Christina's favourite thing about working at the family venue is the people. She added: 'We have a lot of regulars now and some of them have become my good friends. 'I also love how the local businesses come together to help. We collaborate with Bee Unique, Rainbow Wishes, art companies – all sorts.' The venue strives to be more than a soft play for children, with art and creativity at the heart of what they do. 'We're a family of creatives. 'When my son was younger, he didn't like sports or anything thing like that, he was very arty but there was nowhere to take him. 'Carlisle needs more places like this.' Christina and the team have all kinds of events planned for the Easter holidays, including a free mini photo shoot, tie-dye sessions, a glitter bar and special princess guests.
