We are funded by Renaissance North West and work to develop, coordinate and promote learning services of all members of the network to all ages and backgrounds of user

Members of network include (click on organisation to view details):

Abbot Hall Art Gallery and the Museum of Lakeland Life

Armitt Collection - The Armitt Collection combines Gallery, Museum and Library: archives, art, books, photographs and objects relating to the Lake District and its people. It spans 2000 years of local history from the Romans to Beatrix Potter and Kurt Schwitters. Open to the public and researchers (modest charge). Please check opening days. The Armitt Collection education service provides loan boxes, in-house and outreach workshops.

Blackwell- The Arts and Crafts House

Brantwood Trust - John Ruskin was an artist, writer, and thinker who changed our world. Brantwood is Ruskin’s former home situated on the shores of Coniston Lake. Brantwood reflects the huge variety of Ruskin’s interests, bringing his life and ideas vividly to life. The house is filled with his watercolours and drawings, together with much original furniture, collections and personal possessions. Brantwood has 250 acres of stunning gardens, pastures, and ancient woods to explore, where Ruskin’s ideas are very much in evidence.

Cumbria Archive Service: Cumbria Record Office, Kendal - Bring topics to life using real documents  about real local people from the past. Cumbria Archive Service looks after Cumbria'a written heritage from medieval times to the present day. Visits are free of charge to Cumbrian schools, and our resources can be used creatively across the curriculum.

Cumbria Library Service: Kendal Library - Kendal Library invites you to explore a wealth of resources which can support studies across the curriculum and inspire a love of books and reading. Our friendly staff welcome visits where our extensive collections of  books, maps, photographs, storysacks and electronic sources will encourage a creative approach to learning.

English Heritage - English Heritage aim to help teachers and those involved in education at all levels to use the historic environment as a resource, right across the curriculum. Educational groups can visit all English Heritage properties free of charge. Discovery Visits are also now available. These are exciting and interactive site-based sessions.

Kendal Museum - Kendal Museum is founded on the study of archaeology and natural history and its strong scientific base inspires investigation and artistic interpretation.  One of the oldest museums in the country its wide ranging collections are accessible to schools  through self led tours, workshops, outreach sessions and loan boxes. The museum works with historical, scientific and expressive arts organizations.

Lake District National Park Authority - The Lake District National Park is a spectacular landscape in which to discover, learn and develop skills. The Education Service is here to work with schools, youth groups, individual students, teachers and group leaders. All groups are unique and we're happy to discuss a bespoke programme tailored to meet your needs.

Quaker Tapestry Exhibition Centre and Tearooms - The Quaker Tapestry is an international community project, made by 4,000 people. The delightful visual chronicle explores three centuries of social history within 77 fascinating and beautifully colourful embroidered panels. Fascinating stories of individuals, tales of bravery, sadness and humour are found within the exhibition and the subsidiary displays.

Ruskin Museum

Wordsworth Trust