Coronation Hall

The Coronation Hall sits right in the heart of Grange-over-Sands, a proper working theatre that's been putting on shows for locals and visitors alike. It's the kind of place where you might catch anything from amateur dramatics to professional touring productions, pantomime at Christmas, or live music - the programme shifts with the seasons. The building itself has that Victorian-era charm you'd expect in this part of Cumbria, all red brick and period features.

This isn't a destination attraction in itself, but if you're staying at High Haume Glamping or anywhere else nearby, it's worth checking what's on. An evening performance here beats sitting in your lodge watching rain streak the windows. The theatre punches above its weight for a small seaside town - you get decent acts without having to trek to Manchester or Liverpool.

Booking ahead is essential, particularly during school holidays and the festive season when the panto sells out weeks in advance. Admission prices vary wildly depending on what's showing, so you'll need to look at their website for current listings. Allow a couple of hours including a drink before or after at one of the town's cafes or pubs.

Grange-over-Sands itself is a Victorian seaside resort with a gentler pace than the Lake District tourist hotspots further north. The Coronation Hall fits naturally into a longer weekend exploring the coast and surrounding countryside - visit on a night when something appeals to you, rather than making it the main event.