WHILE punters were enjoying the fun at Cartmel races over the weekend, race fever also gripped spectators 10 miles away in Ulverston.

DOZENS of cyclists took part in a charity race.

STUDENTS braved torrential weather to take part in a mammoth cycle challenge.

FLYING motorbikes, monster trucks and people on fire were among the amazing stunts on show during a day of family fun.

FINAL goodbyes were said to a social club forced to close because of long-term financial struggles. (1 comment)

RECORDS were broken and thousands of pounds raised for charity as the fifth Brathay Trust Windermere 10 in 10 and Marathon proved a huge hit with runners and spectators alike.

A RECORD number of people braved wet weather to take part in the Keswick to Barrow walk. (20 comments)

A LADIES-ONLY evening saw almost 100 women enjoy a royal wedding-themed hen do.

BIRD lovers made the most of the sunny weather and flocked to an event celebrating one of Britain’s best-loved species.

ENTREPRENEURS dug deep to fund an activity day for young people at an outward bounds centre.

HUNDREDS of children took part in a mammoth Easter egg roll.

CHILDREN learned about life on the beat when they got the chance to become police officers for the day.

MILLOM’S mayor and mayoress celebrated a successful year in office with a night of fundraising to benefit young people living in the area.

THE Lyth Valley went plum crazy on Saturday as thousands of people celebrated Damson Day.

BEAUTIFUL scenery, massive hills and 16.7 miles to conquer – the spectacular Coniston 14+ drew around 1,200 runners to the Lake District. NATALIE CHAPPLES reports

STUDENT firefighters showed off their new skills at a passing out parade.

FORMER classmates came together to celebrate a year of 65th birthdays. (3 comments)

UNSUNG heroes were honoured for their achievements during a glittering awards bash.

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THOUSANDS of spectators descended on Grizedale Forest to watch their rally heroes thunder through woodland at tremendous speed.

SCHOOLCHILDREN are bringing a taste of the West End to Furness.

PUNTERS pulled on their 70s gladrags for an Abba themed evening which raised £250 for charity.

HUNDREDS of spectators turned out to watch a dance group’s debut showcase, which helped to raise hundreds of pounds for charity.

“OUR forests are not for sale” was the message given loudly and clearly by around 1,000 protesters who gathered yesterday to fight government plans to sell off Forestry Commission land. (2 comments)

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A HISTORIC church celebrated its century-and-a-half with a stunning set of flower arrangements.

OVER 50 Santas ran through the streets of Ulverston to raise money for charity.

THE ‘Christmas capital’ of Furness pulled a festive cracker once again this year.

HUNDREDS of people excitedly counted down to the Christmas lights switch-on in Barrow. (1 comment)

DALTON was transformed into a winter wonderland at the Christmas parade and lights switch-on, sponsored by the Evening Mail, as a real snow storm arrived just in time for the festivities.

A DANCE school celebrated its 10th birthday with a spectacular show.

A TALENTED school band performed alongside the Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines to continue a tradition in the town.

HUNDREDS of excited spectators gathered at Furness Rugby Union Club at the Strawberry Ground in Barrow to watch this year’s firework extravaganza.

THE sun shone brightly over a crisp and cold autumn weekend, as Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway celebrated Thomas the Tank Engine’s 65th anniversary.

A GROUP of bikers undertook a mammoth journey this weekend to raise awareness for a veterans’ charity.

YOUNGSTERS leapt at the chance to take a walk on the wild side. (1 comment)

A DAY-LONG series of events took place on Saturday to commemorate the launch of Britain’s first nuclear submarine, HMS Dreadnought. (4 comments)

A POIGNANT event saw in the start of this year’s Cumbria poppy appeal.

FEARLESS trial riders tackled rugged woodland terrain and flew up and down steep rock-faces as the Lakeland two-day event proved a roaring success.

DOG owners and their canine companions took part in a new sport when it came to Cumbria at the weekend.

THE first ever Ambleside Marafun took runners around a scenic Lake District route in the name of charity.

FASHION fans were out in force as designs were showcased on the catwalk.

IT was full steam ahead for a party celebrating the 65th anniversary of children’s television star Thomas the Tank Engine.

HUNDREDS of visitors turned up to witness the opening of a new children’s campsite. (2 comments)

AN ARMY of walkers took to the streets in one of Barrow’s biggest charity events.

A GROUP of toddlers put their best feet forward to raise money for charity.

YOUNGSTERS were given the chance to organise and then enjoy their own festival.

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HORSEMEN and women helped raise thousands of pounds for charity through a sponsored ride in a stunning Furness setting.

RAIN-SOAKED families marched through Ulverston town centre as the warm glow from their paper lanterns lit up the night sky.

VILLAGERS turned out in droves to support a horticultural show.

AXEMEN left showgoers spellbound at a leading agricultural show.

THOUSANDS of people helped put a country fair on the map.

YOUNGSTERS at a nursery took part in their own Notting Hill Carnival.

THOUSANDS of people braved morning showers to enjoy a Lake District agricultural show.

CUMBERLAND wrestlers, fell runners and horse riders were among those competing for prizes and having a grand day out at the 126th Millom and Broughton Agricultural Show.