JOIN Grasmere poet Polly Atkin and poetry group by the fireside in Dove Cottage, Grasmere, for poetry reading, keeping the dark and cold at bay with warm thoughts, lively chat, and a good cup of tea. Each month Polly will lead the group to read and talk about poems, picked to reflect the changing seasons, the session takes place tonight (Thursday, 7.30pm). All readings are informal and include a selection of contemporary and classic poems chosen to pique the interest of both seasoned poetry lovers and those new to reading or talking about poetry. Interested? Then go to www.wordsworth.org.uk or call 015394-35544.

Free event.

A FANTASTIC evening of rhythm and blues can be enjoyed with 70s band Dr Feelgood. Formed on Canvey Island, Essex the band remains one of the most popular and exciting acts in the world, enjoying global success with a string of hit singles, including Milk & Alcohol, Roxette, She Does It Right and many more. Dr Feelgood continues to tour extensively and enjoy a loyal following at home and abroad. They are performing tomorrow (Friday, 8pm), at The Platform, Morecambe.

Box office 01524-582803.

Tickets £19.

BRAVE Folk is a mystical Nordic tale fizzing with humour and suspense about love and courage and knowing when to act. Welcome to the marshlands. A place where you can tell a person by the sound of their squelch! Yorgjin Oxo is a carefree young man and an unlikely hero who has been taught the sounds of storms and how to sing into the rain, until one day the next village disappears and everything changes … this Highlights Rural Touring play performed by Farnham Maltings takes place on Sunday (March 4, 7.30pm), at Arnside Education Institute.

Bookings 01524-762254.

Tickets: Adult £8; child £4.

The Eden Valley Epic Cycle Sportive is a classic on the North West sportive calendar. Starting from Penrith Leisure Centre, the route is just short of 60 miles through the stunning Eden Valley. It's undulating, it's scenic, but it's not as severe as many Lake District routes. One thing you'll notice is the distinct lack of cars, which makes it perfect cycling country. There's a food stop in Appleby village, which is well stocked and will help you refuel for the final miles, which includes a sting in the tail. It's one of our most popular events so make sure you're on the start line on Sunday (March 4, 8am).

To register go to epicevents.co.uk/

Event fee £25.

MANCHESTER Camerata returns to Barrow’s The Forum for an evening of popular classics, featuring two of today’s most eminent female artists, Norwegian trumpet sensation, Tine Thing Helseth and Australian-born conductor, Jessica Cottis. The programme includes concertos by Hummel and Haydn, both renowned for their virtuosic writing and infectious melodies. Completing the programme, Mendelssohn takes us on an evocative tour of Scotland, inspired by the composer’s time in the highlands. The concert takes place on Sunday (March 4, 7.30pm).

Box office 01229-820000.

Tickets: Adults £19; concessions £16; children £8.

DANNY & The Champions Of The World writing themselves large, giving themselves the space, and taking the time, to deliver a magnum opus. With Brilliant Light Danny Wilson has made his All Things Must Pass - a big record of hit after hit stretching over two albums plus a further bonus set of instrumentals. He’s allowed both himself and his band the absolute freedom to explore, experiment, and collaborate, and they’ve grabbed it with both hands. They are on stage at The Brewery, Kendal, tomorrow (Friday, 7.30pm).

Box office 01539-725133.

Tickets £14 on line; £16 at the door.