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Faces of West Cumbria: The Portraits of JD Kenworthy

The Beacon Museum invites visitors to step into the world of John Dalzell Kenworthy, the celebrated West Cumbrian portrait artist whose work captured the character, resilience, and everyday life of his community.
12 February 2026
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The coroner's court in Workington

HM Coroner's Service for Cumbria relocates to new premises

This week marked a major milestone in the project to relocate HM Coroner’s Service for Cumbria with team officially moving into their new premises in Workington. Inquests will now begin to be held at the new site in Allerdale House.
6 February 2026
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Children swimming fun

Make a splash this February half-term!

All schoolchildren aged up to 16 years old from the Cumberland area will be able to go for a swim in a choice of five indoor pools for only 10p over the February half term school holidays.
6 February 2026

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