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2 weeks ago | 
businesscrack.co.uk | Nicole Regan
A Cumbrian council has been shortlisted in three categories in the UK Green Business Awards. Westmorland and Furness Council has been named as finalists in the awards for major projects and strategies associated with their approach to decarbonisation for the area. This year’s awards received nearly 500 entries, including submissions from many of the UK’s most successful and high-profile businesses.
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2 weeks ago | 
businesscrack.co.uk | Nicole Regan
Several Sellafield Ltd project management professionals have been shortlisted for regional awards. The Association for Project Management Regional Network Awards honour outstanding project professionals and students, recognising their dedication and excellence. Benedict Hazzard, who completed his apprenticeship at Sellafield Ltd in September 2024, has been shortlisted for the Emerging Project Professional award.
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2 weeks ago | 
keswickreminder.co.uk | Nicole Regan
Despite this year’s Keswick Mountain Festival attracting 20,000 people to the town, its future is in doubt, organisers said. The three-day event saw sports and outdoor activities, live music, inspirational speakers, food and drink, and exhibition and retail stands by outdoor brands as the town was bathed in sunshine. The heart of the event was the festival village on the shores of Derwentwater, which was busy on all three days, and for two nights of entertainment on the main stage.
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2 weeks ago | 
keswickreminder.co.uk | Nicole Regan
It was always going to be a mammoth undertaking raising £2.3 million to build a new elevated clubhouse to take Keswick Rugby Club into the future. But there was no stopping the relentless and sheer dogged determination of club officials, members, players, sponsors and supporters in mustering the drive to get the Big Build project over the line.
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2 weeks ago | 
keswickreminder.co.uk | Nicole Regan
A new car park is taking shape on the Old Mill site and when complete all proceeds from parking fees will go towards Keswick Youth Centre. Keswick Youth Centre Services is partnering with car park management specialist Ocean Parking to build the new car park on the site of the Old Mill Youth Club which was irreparably damaged in the 2009 floods.
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2 weeks ago | 
keswickreminder.co.uk | Nicole Regan
A member of Keswick Operatic Society won one of the biggest awards of the night at the NODA North West awards. After a stellar run last summer, Amy Hall has been crowned the best leading female in a musical for her portrayal of Maria Rainer in The Sound of Music. NODA North West, the official governing body for amateur theatre that covers an area stretching from Warrington all the way up to the Scottish border, runs annualawards to celebrate the work of amateur theatre groups.
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3 weeks ago | 
businesscrack.co.uk | Nicole Regan
Over £7 million in funding has been approved for two major Penrith projects. The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has approved £7.09m of Levelling Up funding for the Inspiring Eden project. The project consists of two major projects: an enterprise hub at 2-3 Market Square and a creative and community hub based in Penrith Town Hall.
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3 weeks ago | 
keswickreminder.co.uk | Nicole Regan
Keswick under-16s retained the Tommy Hall Trophy with a convincing victory over Langwathby at the Penrith AFC stadium. After suffering three defeats in the Penrith and District Junior Football League to the newly-crowned champions Keswick went in to the game very much underdogs. But their game plan, attitude, fitness and desire won through against a shellshocked Langwathby side.
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3 weeks ago | 
keswickreminder.co.uk | Nicole Regan
A Lake District inn has reopened after a £1.1 million revamp. The Royal Oak in Keswick, closed in March for the makeover, which has seen major upgrades of all areas of the property. With interiors designed by Nanu Group, the new-look inn features cosy corners for walkers to tuck into after a busy day exploring nearby fells, a new snug area and restaurant, and a roaring slate fire.
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3 weeks ago | 
keswickreminder.co.uk | Nicole Regan
Keswick Mountain Festival is ready once again to welcome thousands of visitors to the town this weekend. Blending its much-loved mix of sporting events, outdoor activities, live music, inspiring speakers, hands-on taster sessions, exhibitor stands, the hugely popularKMF Accessible Adventure Zone, food and drink, and family-friendly camping, the festival promises unforgettable moments for visitors of all ages.
