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Taste Cumbria Christmas is back in Cockermouth!

Cockermouth will be full of festive cheer this weekend as the Taste Cumbria Christmas festival returns to the town. Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 December are the dates for this year’s sparkling extravaganza and the festival is completely free to attend.
1 December 2025
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