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nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
A stellar cast of soloists and players will bring Cumbria’s rolling countryside and hills alive with the sound of music, as part of celebrations of a special anniversary. Dentdale Choir is marking 50 years since it was founded by Judith Bush with a performance of Handel’s Messiah.
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nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
Meet the four adorable fluff-balls chosen as our Pets of the Week (Image: Newsquest) To celebrate the joy our pets bring us on a daily basis, we have a space dedicated to Pets of the Week. We want to hear from you, nominate your best friends for the coveted title of: The Mail’s Pet of the Week, send us a picture and see them in the newspaper! The Mail’s editor, said: “There are very few things man loves more than his pets.
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3 days ago | 
nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
Pasture Lane, Hesket Newmarket (Image: Rightmove) A charming 17th Century farmhouse, with a coveted position in the Lake District, is for sale. Pasture Lane Farm presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Cumbrian history. This traditional home boasts a host of outbuildings, a paddock and a backdrop of breathtaking views overlooking Carrock Fell and West Fell.
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4 days ago | 
greatbritishlife.co.uk | Imogen Barber
A ‘very special’ property in the Lake district, with ‘incredible’ far reaching views has been added to the market with a price tag over one million pounds. This detached family home enjoys ‘lovely’ gardens and a number of distinctive features. The estate agent said: “A standout feature is the separate, three-bedroom annex located on the first floor and with its own private access.
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4 days ago | 
nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
The Corn Mill & Malt Kiln Apartment, Broughton Mills (Image: Rightmove) An iconic former corn mill in the Lake District, steeped in local history and surrounded by ‘divine’ gardens, is for sale. The Corn Mill boasts an ‘idyllic’ position in the charming hamlet of Broughton Mills, with the River Lickle running across the foot of the garden. This characterful stone-built property was last used as a working mill in the 1950s.
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4 days ago | 
nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
Eight sweet dogs from Animal Rescue Cumbria waiting for forever homes (Image: Animal Rescue Cumbria) Eight lovely pooches, currently in the care of Animal Rescue Cumbria, are waiting to find their happily ever after. Are you ready to meet them? Animal Rescue Cumbria and The Wainwright Shelter take in, rehabilitate and rehome 350 cats and dogs every year. Once a dog has been assessed by the animal care team, they can be advertised for adoption.
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4 days ago | 
nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
Cowards Wood, near Coniston (Image: Rightmove) An impressive plot of land offering a wealth of possibilities has joined the market. There is a ‘truly exceptional’ opportunity to purchase ten acres of freehold land within the stunning Lake District. Cowards Wood is positioned towards the eastern side of Coniston Water, and lies on the fringes of a quiet, picturesque hamlet, called Nibthwaite. This ‘charming’ parcel offers the perfect balance of peaceful seclusion and easy access.
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5 days ago | 
nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
Furness and District Tractor Run announce summer event (Image: Furness and District Tractor Run) Furness and District Tractor Run have announced that there will be a summer event this year. Kicking off the start of summer, the tractor run will return on Sunday June 1. The tractor run will support Tractor Addict UK, also known as Trevor Hughes, who is undertaking the mighty challenge of journeying from John O' Groats to Lands’ End.
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5 days ago | 
nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
Carbon footprints to conservation - Eco Fair aims to inspire change (Image: Newsquest) More than 30 eco-focussed organisations will come together to provide information and advice on how residents can make south Cumbria a greener place. Ulverston Eco Fair will be back at The Coronation Hall on Thursday, April 24 from 10.30am. Ulverston Town Council has confirmed that a number of organisations have signed up to take part in the free, annual event.
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nwemail.co.uk | Imogen Barber
'Vole-unteers' sought to survey Britain's fastest declining mammal (Image: Photo by Jonathan Ridley, Unsplash) A conservation organisation is looking for volunteers to take part in surveying river banks as part of their efforts to save a rare little creature. The People's Trust for Endangered Species (PTES) is asking for help in monitoring the native water vole population.
