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Lake District Creamery wins top honours at global competition
3+ hour, 20+ min ago (234+ words) Lake District Creamery took home top honours at a global competition. The cheesemaker earned two of the most prestigious trophies at this year's International Cheese and Dairy Awards (ICDA), part of a 26-award haul for First Milk this year. The…...
Barrow pub awarded national certification for its cask ale
6+ hour, 58+ min ago (313+ words) A pub in Barrow has been awarded a national certification for the quality of its cask ale. The White Lion was recognised with the Cask Marque accreditation, which is given only to pubs that meet high standards through independent audits....
Aldi's viral 'Chicken Wine' dupe is back - and it's twice the size and "5 cheaper
9+ hour, 21+ min ago (411+ words) Aldi is bringing back its popular chicken wine - and it's bigger than ever. Building on last year's huge sales Aldi introduced Le Petit Poulet Ros" the supermarket has a 1. 5 L magnum version, offering double the wine. The supermarket is bringing…...
New farm shop set to open in famous Lake District garden centre
2+ day, 12+ hour ago (336+ words) A Kendal-based business that supports independent retailers is set to open a new farm shop in a well-known Lake District garden centre. Spinning Jennies, which is based on Finkle Street in Kendal, is a "celebration of Cumbria" retail space where…...
Subscribers offered chance to win luxury hamper, hotel break and "100 gift card
2+ day, 13+ hour ago (117+ words) Nwemail. co. uk Competitions: win luxury hamper, hotel break and "100 gift card The top prize is the Howden Hamper from Cartwright & Butler, which includes a selection of sweet and savoury treats. The hamper contains artisan biscuits, fudge, handmade sweets, a…...
Discount booze. .. for locals only! Cumbrian pub launches community loyalty card
3+ day, 13+ hour ago (505+ words) The Kings Arms in Ulverston has launched a free loyalty card for residents of the town and surrounding villages, offering reduced prices on draught and bottled drinks. The King Street pub has unveiled its Kings Arms Local Community Card, which…...
Cumbria chippy recognised as one of England's best
3+ day, 12+ hour ago (300+ words) A FISH and chip shop in Grange-over-Sands has been recognised as one of the best in the country. Fish Over Chips on Kents Bank Road got through to the finals of the English Fish and Chip Awards 2026, meaning they are…...
Hairy Biker Si King reveals first solo cookbook after Dave Myers' death
3+ day, 20+ hour ago (215+ words) Hairy Biker Si King is set to release his first solo cookbook - a collection of the comforting recipes he has cooked for family and friends over the years. Si, who found fame alongside Barrow-born Dave Myers as one half of…...
Diners say they are 'hooked' after trying top-rated Lake District seafood restaurant
5+ day, 13+ hour ago (372+ words) "REVIEWERS say they are "hooked on seafood" after trying one of the Lake District's top-rated restaurants. Hooked Seafood in the quaint Lake District town of Windermere has been regularly reeling in bucketloads of visitors - just as its fishing-related name suggests…...
Best breweries in Cumbria locals love for summer sipping
6+ day, 13+ hour ago (503+ words) As Cumbria enjoys unusually sunny skies, locals are finding refreshment in their own backyard. From city taprooms to shaded beer gardens, here's a selection of local breweries offering a taste of Cumbrian beer culture. Jennings Brewery: A staple in Cockermouth…...