- Accommodation
- What's On
- Things to Do
- Food and Drink
- Explore Cumbria
- Areas of Cumbria
- Towns & Villages
- Lakes of the Lake District
- Travel
- Year of the Coast
- Dark Sky Cumbria
- World Heritage Cumbria
- Access for all - Adventure for Everyone
- Historic Houses, Parks & Gardens
- Mountains and Fells
- Wainwrights
- The National Trust in the Lake District
- Cumbrian Castles
- Cumbrian Churches
- Harbours & Marinas
- Tourist Information Centres
- Areas of Cumbria
- Ideas and Inspiration
- Starring Great Britain: The Lake District, Cumbria
- Lake District, Cumbria Bucket List
- Selfie Guide
- Suggested Itineraries
- Sunny day ideas
- Rainy day ideas
- Spa Breaks
- Romantic Breaks
- Family Holidays
- Dog Friendly Holidays
- Bespoke Holidays
- The Inn Collection Group in the Lake District
- Sustainable Stays
- Caring for the environment
- Live, Work and Study in The Lake District, Cumbria
- Starring Great Britain: The Lake District, Cumbria
- Weddings
- Conferences & Event Spaces
- Prizes & Guides
- Blog
- Plan your journey
- Special Offers
Don't Miss
to add an item to your Itinerary basket.
WhitehavenTowns & Villages in the Western Lake District & Coast
CockermouthTowns & Villages in the Western Lake District & Coast- MaryportTowns & Villages in the Western Lake District & Coast
- WhitehavenTowns & Villages in the Western Lake District & Coast
- CockermouthTowns & Villages in the Western Lake District & Coast
The Buttermere Valley is packed with natural beauty: its classic Lakeland landscapes include the blue-ribbon waters of Buttermere, Crummocok Water and Loweswater.- The handsome Georgian town of Cockermouth is the gateway to the western Lake District. A busy schedule of events keeps the town buzzing throughout the year.
- Perhaps one of the most beautifully isolated spots in the Lake District is the stunning Duddon Valley, where there is unrivalled walking on the fells.
- The market town of Egremont is full of treasures, including the 12th century castle, stunning walking and cycling trails, and of course the world famous ‘Crab Fair’.
- From its earliest days as a fishing port to its Roman heritage as part of Hadrian’s Wall, there’s plenty to discover in the coastal town of Maryport.
- Just a stone’s throw from the Lake District National Park, Millom sits on the Duddon Estuary and offers stunning coastal views.
- With its green fields and woodlands, the Eskdale Valley is home to some brilliant attractions – from the coastal village of Ravenglass to Muncaster Castle.
- The Victorian seaside town of Silloth is a popular destination for its relaxed atmosphere, picturesque coastline and spectacular sunsets.
- The maritime port of Whitehaven was once the third-largest in the UK, with trade links all over the world.
- Visit Workington and discover high street shopping, arts and culture, and a rich history – proudly on display in Curwen Park, where you’ll find the ruin of Curwen Hall.
- Looking for some inspiration? Check out these great days out around the Western Lakes and Coast.
- Get the best out of your visit to the Lake District, Cumbria, with our hints and tips blog, full of great ideas for places to go and things to do.
the western lakes has a rich history, brilliantly told
Search
- Accommodation
- Things to Do
- What's On
- Food & Drink
Accommodation
Things to Do
What's On
Food & Drink
Accommodation
Things to Do
What's On
Food & Drink
Number of results: 466
, currently showing 1 to 20.
Address
Wasdale Lake Head Car Park, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1EXTelephone
03003039888Seascale
Embark on an unforgettable adventure with Help for Heroes with the Scafell Pike Heroes Hike. Take on England's highest peak on 26 April 2025. This 9.5 km trek, starting and ending at Wasdale Head, will challenge you with a 920 m ascent over 5 to 8…
Address
Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1QLCumbria
The present circle of 10 standing stones, 80' diameter, was restored in 1949. The stone circle is on private land belonging to Seascale How Farm, but can be seen from a nearby footpath.
Address
Cumbria, CA15 6LWBeginning at the Maritime Museum in Maryport, the walk climbs the sea brows yielding spectacular views of the historic town and the wide Solway Firth beyond. The route meanders to the north into the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty,…
Address
Duddon Bridge, Nr Broughton in Furness, Millom, CumbriaMillom
Originally know as Sunkenkirk, consists of 50 stones at the foot of Black Combe. Access is via a long farm track from a minor road branching off the A595. Well worth the walk!
Address
Parkgate Farm, Irton, Eskdale, Holmrook, Cumbria, CA19 1YNTelephone
019467 26362Eskdale, Holmrook
Experience peace, tranquillity, and adventure on your next holiday at Parkgate Farm, located at the base of the picturesque Eskdale and Wasdale valleys. Whether you're a hiker, walker, or cyclist, our farm offers an extensive network of bridleways…
Tourism For All
Address
Banqueting Hall, Barrow Town Hall, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LDTelephone
01229 820000Barrow-in-Furness
Domingo Hindoyan conductor
Members of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic OrchestraEver wondered what a conductor does? As part of Barrow's Festival of Colours, come meet Venezuelan maestro Domingo Hindoyan and members of the Royal Liverpool…
-
Address
Stanwix Park Holiday Centre, Greenrow Meadows, Silloth, Cumbria, CA7 4HHTelephone
016973 32666Silloth
Stanwix Park is located on the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Self Catering Caravans and Apartments to hire for 3,4 and 7 night breaks. (some pet friendly accommodation). Fully serviced pitches for Tents, Touring Caravans and Motorhomes. Camping Pods…
Tourism For All
Address
Croadalla Avenue, Maryport, Egreont, Cumbria, CA22 2QNTelephone
+447368603474Egreont
Easter Egg Hunt and family Fun Day with Live entertainment
Buses to and through Maryport:
30/30A/30B Thornhill - Whitehaven - Workington - Maryport.
58 Cockermouth - Maryport.
60 Maryport - Silloth - Skinburness.
300 Carlisle - Wigton - Maryport - Whitehaven.
301 Carlisle - Wigton - Maryport -…Address
-Nestled in a wooded valley in the far west of the Lake District, in the Vale of Lorton, Loweswater is a peaceful lake that is often bypassed.
-
Barrow-in-Furness
BarrowFull is an arts organisation led by Barrow-based partners with the aim of increasing participation in the arts. We work with the people of Barrow, enabling creative experiences to happen across the town including a vibrant programme of public…
-
Address
-Wastwater is probably the most scenic of all the lakes. It is surrounded by mountains, Red Pike, Kirk Fell, Great Gable and Scafell Pike.
Address
Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
017687 78469Braithwaite, Keswick
Whinlatter Forest is home to the longest purpose-built mountain bike trail in the Lake District. At 19k long and rising to over 500m, the Altura Trail puts the mountain back into biking
Address
Boot, Eskdale, CumbriaEskdale
Several stone circles and many small cairns are visible on the moor. The circles are distinguished by the occurance within them of small cairns. Construction date is thought to be around 2000BC.
Address
The Beacon Museum, The Beacon Museum, W Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LYTelephone
07857696465W Strand, Whitehaven
Discover the ancient art of Kintsugi in a fun and creative way and create beautiful ceramic pieces to take home. Kintsugi celebrates the Japanese philosophy of the beauty of imperfection. In this workshop you'll learn how to safely break pottery and…
-
Address
Braithwaite House, Braithwaite, Cumbria, CA12 5STBraithwaite
Braithwaite House is a newly renovated 18th century house, hosting four private en suite apartments, and an old village shop & tea room on the ground floor. Our aim is to pay homage to village life and keep it alive here in Braithwaite; whilst also…
Tourism For All
Address
-Ennerdale is the most westerly of the lakes, and the most remote. A deep glacial lake, Ennerdale Water is the only lake without a road next to it.
Address
Muncaster Castle, Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQTelephone
01229717614Ravenglass
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family.
5&6,12&13, 18-21 April 2025.
Tickets include entry to Muncaster Attractions and Children's tickets include Easter Activities.
Protect the Egg & The Big Egg…
Address
ST. BEES, Cumbria, CA27 0DRST. BEES
The priory is one of the architectural jewels in Cumbria and well worth a visit. This beautiful and historic church in the seaside village of St Bees, built in 1120, is all that remains of the original Priory, but it is a thriving and much loved…
-
Address
Whinlatter Forest & Visitor Centre, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
017687 78469Braithwaite, Keswick
Whinlatter is a great place for walking with many miles of gravel roads, paths and tracks to explore. Each junction is marked with a numbered post which is shown on the Forest guide map making it easy to create your own route.
