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.

Coming soon to a metropolis near you... Ulverston, July 5th, the invasion begins: Furness Fest/UCAN/MonsterMonster on the streets. Feel the force...
23rd Jun 2008

Well, the UCAN nutters managed to pitch tents, barbeque and party (in the rain) at the Fell Foot Wood venue. Despite the weather, it was a great bash
22nd Jun 2008

Spent Friday night on a field in the Duddon valley with a pile of people and their vw campervans. Just about survived the midgies. Great camp out.
22nd Jun 2008

Open House- June 21/22nd & 28/29th 11am-6pm 6 Benson Street. Fabby exhibition in the artist's home. Rare opportunity... great cakes too!
19th Jun 2008

I have booked a place at the Funding Fair in Barrow next week, talks about eco stuff and writing successful funding applications.
19th Jun 2008

Just spoken to Carl from Furness Fest...tickets selling well and they have appointed a new production manager. Not long now...19th July roll on.
19th Jun 2008

The Twisted Cabaret. Get your baby sitter in... your glad rags on... this will be a night to remember! July 25th Can't wait www.myspace.com/tonguetideuk
19th Jun 2008

Thumb-sized reports from Ulverston's underground creative scene.
Andy, 18th Jun 2008