WORLD film premieres, artwork influenced by the great outdoors and inspiring talks from athletes at the top of their game all feature on Kendal Mountain Festival's lineup.

Taking place from November 16-19, the four day celebration of all things adventure features some of the biggest names in the industry.

"We are delighted to launch our 2017 programme and the festival is yet again set to be an overflowing weekend of inspirational films, dynamic debates and uplifting stories of exploration," said Clive Allen, director of the festival.

There will be two chances see the legendary mountaineer Sir Chris Bonington in action over the course of the festival, at the European film premiere of 'Bonington: Mountaineer' and in a talk entitled 'Ascent - A Life Spent Climbing on the Edge'.

And world record breaking cyclist Mark Beaumont, fresh from his successful ‘Around the World in 80 Days’ cycle ride is part of this year's lecture line-up on Sunday (November 19) afternoon.

Arguably the best climber in the world, Adam Ondra, who completed what has been described as the world's hardest climb, will be taking centre stage in Kendal's Town Hall on Friday (November 17) evening.

Specialist sessions will return, including the Santa Cruz Bike Session, Ortovox Snowsports Session, Alpkit Outdoor Swimming Session, the Black Diamond Alpine Session, the Petzl Underground Session and the Lowe Alpine Adventure & Exploration Session.

Inclusivity it at the heart of this year's festival. There will will be both a Parent & Baby Film Screening and a Dementia Friendly Film Screening on November 17.

And new for this year is a celebration of Women in Adventure. Join adventurer Jenny Tough, and cyclists Lee Craigie and Cat Sutherland on Saturday (November 18) morning at the Brewery.

Films will be pepper potted throughout the four days, with Family Adventure Film Sessions returning on both the Saturday and Sunday morning at Kendal Leisure Centre. These sessions are free, with the aim to inspire a new generation of young adventurers.

The selection process for this year's Film Competition is already well underway, with almost 300 entries in the running for the twelve coveted awards.