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http://www.cumberland-geol-soc.org.uk/ Cumberland Geological Society Open in a new browser window

The society has a reputation as an active, amateur scientific society interested
in all aspects of geology, particularly the county of Cumbria and the Lake
District.

http://www.cumberland-geol-soc.org.uk/


http://www.catmhs.co.uk/ Cumbria Amenity Trust Mining History Society Open in a new browser window

An industrial history group whose purpose is to bring together those with an
interest in exploring, researching and recording mining activities in Cumbria.
History, news, events and publications.

http://www.catmhs.co.uk/


http://www.cumbriabirdclub.freeserve.co.uk/ Cumbria Bird Club Open in a new browser window

The club brings together people from all over the county to share their
experiences and love of birding. Includes meetings programme, recent sightings
and photo gallery.

http://www.cumbriabirdclub.freeserve.co.uk/


http://www.cumbriabridlewayssociety.org.uk/ Cumbria Bridleways Society Open in a new browser window

Society interested in promoting 'Rights of Way'. News, events, maps, message
board and accommodation details for riders with horses.

http://www.cumbriabridlewayssociety.org.uk/


http://www.cumbriacanoeists.org.uk/ Cumbria Canoeists Open in a new browser window

Information for canoeists and kayakers paddling in Cumbria and the English Lake
District.

http://www.cumbriacanoeists.org.uk/


http://www.collsarms.freeserve.co.uk/ Cumbria Folk News Open in a new browser window

Information about folk club events at various locations throughout Cumbria.

http://www.collsarms.freeserve.co.uk/


http://www.cumbriascouts.org.uk/cumbaree/ Cumbria Scouts' International Camp Open in a new browser window

2002, July 27 - August 3rd, Westmorland County Showground. Includes event
information, application, and contacts.

http://www.cumbriascouts.org.uk/cumbaree/


http://www.cumbrian-rail.org/ Cumbrian Railways Association Open in a new browser window

An association for those interested in the railways of Cumbria, UK.

http://www.cumbrian-rail.org/


http://www.cumbrianscoobs.co.uk Cumbrian Scoobs - Subarus in Cumbria, UK Open in a new browser window

For Subaru owners in Cumbria, covering all models. Events, pictures and links.

http://www.cumbrianscoobs.co.uk


http://www.whiteheath.demon.co.uk/cso/ Cumbrian Society of Organists Open in a new browser window

Holds regular meetings and promotes interest in all aspects of classical church
organs. News, events, and features.

http://www.whiteheath.demon.co.uk/cso/


http://www.golfeurope.com/clubs/cumbria.htm Golf Clubs in Cumbria Open in a new browser window

Comprehensive details of all golf clubs and courses in Cumbria, with information
direct from the clubs themselves. Also golf clubs and course reviews by golfers.

http://www.golfeurope.com/clubs/cumbria.htm


http://uk.geocities.com/km1939/index.html Hardy Plant Society - Cumbria Group Open in a new browser window

Newsletter, activities and information on plant conservation issues. Based in
Kendal.

http://uk.geocities.com/km1939/index.html


http://www.horseholidaysincumbria.co.uk/ Horse Holidays in Cumbria Open in a new browser window

A group who has an abiding interest and understanding of horses, and who will
help you plan exciting days out exploring open fells, forest trails, bridle-ways
and quiet country lanes.

http://www.horseholidaysincumbria.co.uk/


http://www.kentaikarate.co.uk/ Kentai Karate Open in a new browser window

Karate classes at Carlisle, Wigton and Barrow-in-Furness. Details and events
diary.

http://www.kentaikarate.co.uk/


http://www.lakedistrictoutdoors.co.uk/ Lake District Outdoors Open in a new browser window

Information for people interested in walking and cycling in Cumbria. Details of
walks, routes and tour operators, transport, weather and safety advice. Includes
a discussion forum.

http://www.lakedistrictoutdoors.co.uk/


http://www.lissome.com/ Lissome's Hound Trailing Photos Open in a new browser window

Site dedicated to information and photos of the sport of hound trailing. Also a
noticeboard.

http://www.lissome.com/


http://www.malcolmwilson.co.uk/ Malcolm Wilson Rally Open in a new browser window

Information for competitors, spectators, and the press about the car rally
through the North Lakes Forests. Regulations and entry form.

http://www.malcolmwilson.co.uk/


http://www.cumbria.uk.com/cumbria/fun/gurner.htm Online Gurning Open in a new browser window

The world's first ever online gurning competition.

http://www.cumbria.uk.com/cumbria/fun/gurner.htm


http://www.lakes-o.freeserve.co.uk/ Orienteering in the Lake District Open in a new browser window

Events, results and photos for the various North West orienteering clubs.

http://www.lakes-o.freeserve.co.uk/


http://www.ruskinlace.org.uk/ Ruskin Lace with Elizabeth Prickett Open in a new browser window

A unique type of traditional needlework based on the ideas of John Ruskin.
Currently contains history - more sections to be added.

http://www.ruskinlace.org.uk/


http://www.renu99.freeserve.co.uk Scuba Divers in the English Lake District Open in a new browser window

Scuba Dive in Cumbria's National Park. All the sites, maps, full descriptions,
club and air listings, scuba weather report, and underwater photos.

http://www.renu99.freeserve.co.uk


http://www.sportspecial.co.uk SportSpecial.co.uk Open in a new browser window

Sport in Cumbria, featuring local reports on rugby league, hound trails, rugby
union, speedway, comets, soccer, reds, cricket, pigeons, racing pigeons, flying
clubs, pub quiz, golf. Timetable of fixtures, and a message board.

http://www.sportspecial.co.uk


http://www.cwaas.org.uk/ The Cumberland and Westmorland Antiquarian and Archaeological Society Open in a new browser window

The CWAAS promotes and co-ordinates the study of the Archaeology, History,
Genealogy, Customs and Traditions of the historic Counties of Cumberland and
Westmorland, and Lancashire - North of the Sands (what is now the Furness
Peninsula).

http://www.cwaas.org.uk/


http://www.frcc.co.uk/ The Fell and Rock Climbing Club of the English Lake District Open in a new browser window

All about the FRCC, rock-climbing guidebooks, crag information, where and what
to climb, bouldering, recent developments and a photo gallery.

http://www.frcc.co.uk/


http://www.thesportsphysio.com The Sportsphysio.com Open in a new browser window

International physio and training services to business, industry and sport.
Based in Carlisle.

http://www.thesportsphysio.com


http://www.vjmc.com/sections.local.lakes.html Vintage Japanese Motorcycle Club Open in a new browser window

News and events from the Cumbrian section of this society for owners of Japanese
motorcycles over 15 years of age.

http://www.vjmc.com/sections.local.lakes.html


http://www.seaville.freeserve.co.uk/wcoc.htm West Cumberland Orienteering Club Open in a new browser window

Fixtures and results for this club based in the Western half of the Lake
District.

http://www.seaville.freeserve.co.uk/wcoc.htm


http://www.westmorland-county-show.co.uk/ Westmorland County Show Open in a new browser window

takes place each September near Kendal, providing a mixture of agricultural
shows, over 250 trade stands and craft exhibits.

http://www.westmorland-county-show.co.uk/


http://www.damsons1.demon.co.uk/ Westmorland Damson Association Open in a new browser window

Formed by a group of local people who wished to preserve the damson orchards in
the old County of Westmorland, especially in and around the Lyth Valley.

http://www.damsons1.demon.co.uk/



  

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This category includes sites about hobbies, sports and participatory recreational activities specific to the region; including local recreation organisations, services, facilities and events. Businesses selling sporting or recreational goods are listed wi