The Secret Life of Cumbria is a book written by the people of Cumbria. A collection of stories about escape, love, grief, and favourite T-shirts!

Anyone who lived, worked in or visited Cumbria in 2008 could write their own pages by sending a text message or visiting this web site. The pages of the book are all collected here.

Cumbria is a big place, both in the world and in our imaginations, with as many paths through it as there are people who live in or visit it. You can read Cumbria's Secret Life by finding your own way through this site, moving from place to place.

Thumb-sized reports from Ulverston's underground creative scene.

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Reports from Ulverston's underground creative scene.

Well, the massive lanterns for the procession are coming on a treat...they look great. Won't give too much away!
8th Jul 2008

Just seen photos from the carnival last Sat. They look great esp the UCAN, Monster,Furness Fest Float. Good show!
8th Jul 2008

Just been to the Lanternhouse hearing the Director speak to the Creative Sector of the Chamber of Commerce in Ulvie. Poor turnout...
8th Jul 2008

The Lakeland College graduating group threw a fantastic party at Fell Foot Wood with singing, dancing and much making of merry on Friday night.
7th Jul 2008

we went to a sale of art at a local artist's house yesterday. They are off on their travels, and selling up. Got a great bookshelf!
29th Jun 2008

Meeting up with some people to discuss the plans for our Eco Fashion show in August. New kids on the block, should be good
28th Jun 2008

Furness Enterprise hosted an amazing day loads of cultural regeneration programmes. Part of the bid for national enterprise award. Exciting stuff
28th Jun 2008

Night out at the Bird in Hand with Irish Session music (Ali and Friends) and then onto the UV for a bit of Irish Punk. Dancing was great!
28th Jun 2008

The funding fair was really good. Met loads of people local and national with great projects on the go. Lots of info and ideas to work with
27th Jun 2008

went to the Furness Young Professionals 1st birthday bash at Lanternhouse last night. Ben from Tribe Wanted is taking the tribe to Coniston this Sat
27th Jun 2008