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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.
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Hardknott Pass, Eskdale, Cumbria, CA19 1THEskdale
Hardknott Roman Fort is one of the most dramatically sited and remote Roman forts in Britain. It measures just three-acres and the fort at Hardknott enjoyed command of the Eskdale Valley and the Roman road to Ravenglass.
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CumbriaWhere the Lake District meets the sea - an intoxicating mix of coast, mountain scenery of the highest order and top tourist attractions.
Great cycling activities for all the family in the Lake District and Cumbria. With mountains and valleys, miles of mature forest, endless lake and coastal shores, the landscape of Cumbria makes an amazing place to go cycling.
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Holiday Inn Express Barrow-in-Furness, an IHG Hotel, Market St, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LETelephone
01229 444600Barrow-in-Furness
Bright, modern hotel in the heart of Barrow in Furness with free WI-FI and breakfast included..
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-Take your bike on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway & bike the return journey through the beatiful Eskdale Valley. The route is virtually traffic free.
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7 St John's Street, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5APTelephone
017687 80571Keswick
Sally's Cottages is an award-winning, local, family run holiday cottage letting agency in Keswick with 500 self-catering holiday cottages in the Lake District and Cumbria, including over 270 dog-friendly cottages.
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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…
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14 Hill Crescent, Brigham, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0XYTelephone
07724746277Cockermouth
Book your place on a fused glass taster session at the RD Glass studio. Learn a new skill and have fun being creative with hands on instruction and the freedom to choose what you make.
During the session you will use pre-cut pieces of glass in a…
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Cumbria, Barrow-in-Furness, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA142PWTelephone
01229876400Barrow-in-Furness
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to tell the stories of the men and women who made Barrow great and a world leader in engineering. There is so much to do and see in the gallery including…
A short, and at first, strenuous, roller- coaster circuit which is rewarded by a picture-postcard village and some far- reaching views across the coastal plain and out across the Irish Sea.
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The Glebe, Abbeytown, WIGTON, Cumbria, CA7 4SDWIGTON
Caught in the Anglo Scottish wars of the 14th century, a good bit of luck followed the Dissolution of the Monasteries for this church, when the local people successfully petitioned Thomas Cromwell to allow them to continue to use the church.
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
07810890528Braithwaite, Keswick
A beautiful cacao ceremony in the forest to honour Ostara, the spring equinox. Join us this Ostara (Spring Equinox) for a sacred cacao ceremony deep in the forest, where the energies of balance, renewal, and growth align with the heart-opening power…
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Wasdale Road, Gosforth, SEASCALE, Cumbria, CA20 1AUSEASCALE
St Mary's has been an important religious site since the 8th century.
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Bassenthwaite Lakeside Lodges, Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QZTelephone
01768776641Keswick
5* holiday park on the shores of Bassenthwaite.
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-Scafell Pike is England's highest mountain at 978m. Its summit is marked by a huge cairn and thousands of people!
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CumbriaSet in the south-west of the region the Duddon Valley is remote, unspoilt and one of the most idyllic valleys of the Lake District.
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Ranging from small groups in steep wet gorges involving roped ascents, to the fun of group set challenges. It may involve short scrambles, possible squeezes and crawls or even a rough stream walk. It can take you to places on the fell that you’d…
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Sella Park Country House Hotel, Calder Bridge, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1DWTelephone
01946 841601Seascale
Sella Park is now part of the Pennington Hotels group and the management and team are extremely proud of their refurbished property, with beautiful lounge bar, Priory restaurant and relaxing bedrooms.
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Ravenglass & Eskdale Steam Railway Station, Main St, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SWTelephone
01229 717171Ravenglass
La'aL Ratty, the little Cumbrian railway, is an award-winning heritage visitor attraction and Lake District icon, living up to its “must do” reputation for all ages. There are lots of things to do including shopping facilities, a museum,…
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Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SWTelephone
+441229717171Ravenglass
Wrap up warm and step aboard for a magical winter journey on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway's Winter Warmer Trains! From 28th December 2025 to 3rd January 2026, enjoy a scenic train ride aboard scheduled heritage steam and diesel trains through…
