Great shop on three floors: art, cards, gifts, kitchenware, jewellery, clothes.. And a fab little…read moreself service coffee shop on the first floor. Tea, coffee, hot choccie.and some lush cakes. Cosy sofas, great music playing (Bob Dylan as I sit here writing this). Oh and free wifi :)

Ulverston Gallery have a fantastic range of paintings. Some of them are by local artists. The…read moreowner,Tim also does framing, not just of pictures. I saw him struggle to get a football shirt, absolutely perfect, so that it could be given as a present. When he framed one of mine he had a good range to choose from, and it cost very little. He sometimes stocks woodcarvings. I have bought a couple. They are beautiful. The shop is run by Ann, who is there, because Tim is so busy, and will shoot off somewhere else without warning! I always feel free to browse without pressure to buy.

I have a friend that works at Farfield Mill, so when she suggested I take a (very scenic) walk…read morethere, have a gander at the art and crafts then enjoy some home made cake and a coke at the cafe, on went the pack-a-mac and hiking boots. My friend was right, the walk to Farfield from the nearby town of Sedbergh is delightful. The old converted textile mill is set near the majestic Cumbrian fells, perched next to a picturesque river and now showcases the wares of local artists and craftsmen/women. Their creations are for sale and you can see and buy everything from beautiful glass-blown perfume bottles and watercolour paintings to wooly blankets and books about fashion design. It's really quite something, though not exactly cheap. The top floor of the mill is an exhibition area. This week, live weaving demonstrations could be seen for a small fee, but I'm not too fussed with weaving so gave it a miss. On the bottom floor, you can read about the mill's history and see how it would have looked long ago, walk around the art gallery and then head to the cosy cafe. It boasts a small outdoor seating area overlooking the river - perfect for dog walkers or those who want to soak up those rare northern rays (I'm told they do make an appearance every now and then). I ordered a piece of homemade toffee sponge cake, which was absolutely lush, soooooo moist and moreish. Hats off to whoever baked that, it was the perfect way to refuel for the walk home (around 2 miles). This is a gorgeous spot for lunch, a coffee or a simple nosey at some incredibly inspiring. And if you're into photography, take your camera along - you're bound to get some good snaps on the way there.

My visit to the Mill was the highlight of my stay in the dales. The quality of the resident artist…read morewas fabulous and diverse. Most inspiring especially if you are a creative person. I must have stayed for 2 and a half hours. Everyone was very friendly and the history of the mill was fascinating as well. Well worth the modest entrance fee, and the tea room also a delight. Highly recommended. I shall definitely return and take my friends with me.

What a gem right in the middle of town. Tucked upstairs in the Eldon garden, right by car park for…read moregetting your shopping back easy. It's Full of local artists work. Loads of gift ideas at a range of prices. Really friendly staff. Thoroughly recommend. Wheelchair friendly. There is 10 rooms I think of art. It was better than the trip to Laing art gallery

From the owner: Here at North East Art Collective we specialise in providing the best of local art and design to…read morehome owners of around the North East. Situated in Eldon Garden Shopping Centre we currently display and sell the work of over 150 artists and designers living and working in the region.

Gallerina Art Gallery is situated on Duke Street, just out of the town centre, and close to…read moreStanhope Park. The Gallery hosts a range of art work by a variety of artists. Art is available to purchase. The Gallery is a good venue to take a look around, both as an interesting venture and to get inspiration if you are an artist yourself. It is free to look around.

From the owner: A new venue. A new chapter. ​…read moreBigger, better and bolder than ever before our enthusiasm and commitment since 1998 has never altered. ​ To exhibit probably the best and largest collection of original contemporary art in the North of England was and will always be our aim. ​ Gallerina offers an unrivalled gallery experience, featuring local, national and international talent. ​ Art for all is what we continue to champion... A warm welcome awaits

This is a goregous little den of treasures. The gallery is situated on the main street of Egremont,…read morealso serving as Egremonts tourist information centre. It is a lovely place to browse, the exhibitions tend to change quite regularly. They had a lovely selection of hematite jewellry last time I was in and I bought my mum a lovely collection of nature watercolours one christmas. It is well worth a look if you ware wanting a gift thats just a little different. There is a made in cumbria section within the shop

A great venue to go to see a stand up comedian; more intimate and much more civilised say than…read moreMiddlesbrough Town Hall. The staff are friendly and attentive and the recently renovated bar is nice, if a little cold and functional, but there's never too long a wait to be served and the drinks choice and prices are good for a theatre. Apparently, with the current local government cuts, the theatre is now under threat of closure. Please pledge your support by signing the petition on your next visit.

A great place to go to see a band or stand up act. The cinema is great showing some good stuff I…read morewouldn't normally get chance to see. The updated bar is quite nice but I wish it wasn't quite as contemporary as it is. It can feel a little cold and unwelcoming (if not for this I'd certainly use it as my local) but aside from that it's a great place.

nice art work in paintings and photography by local artist julie with some great art exhibitions…read moredue later in the summer

Not my thing really, not what I would call innovative, some good work but not outstandingread more