Rheged Discovery Centre
Overview
Designed to resemble a Lakeland hill, the grass-covered centre houses a cinema, play areas, pottery painting and regional shops that reflect the area, its craft people and producers.
Why's it called Rheged? Rheged was the name of the ancient kingdom of Cumbria which stretched from Stranraer to Cheshire and over to the north east and was chosen to reflect the Centre’s vision of being a place rooted in Cumbria. It is pronounced 'Reg ed'.
What makes it special
- Unique arts and culture centre
- Cinema, play areas, pottery painting and shops
- Designed to resemble a Lakeland hill
Opening times
9am to 8pm daily
Price
Free entry and free parking
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