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Welcome to the Western Lake District & Coast: a striking area encompassing an awe-inspiring coastline, breathtaking countryside, and a whole host of things to see and do.
Discover secluded beaches, majestic castles, hidden lakes and awe-inspiring mountains. There are some of Cumbria’s most striking landscapes here, including the Solway Coast National Landscape and two UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Towns & Villages in the Western Lake District & Coast
From seaside villages to pretty market towns, there’s plenty to explore in this part of Cumbria. In the south, you’ll find places like Silecroft, Bootle and Ravenglass - which has the accolade of being in two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: the English Lake District and the Frontiers of the Roman Empire. It’s also the only coastal village in the Lake District National Park!
Coastal towns like Whitehaven, Maryport and Silloth highlight the region’s rich maritime history. Uncover our industrial heritage in towns and villages like Millom, Cleator Moor, Egremont and Workington. Visit the birthplace of William Wordsworth in the market town of Cockermouth and visit St Bees where Mr Bean actor Rowan Atkinson went to school.
Things to Do in the Western Lake District & Coast
Delve into the area’s past with interactive museums telling tales of smugglers, the spice trade, and the Romans who once patrolled these shores. In Whitehaven, visit The Beacon Museum and The Rum Story for maritime history and heritage, or head to the Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport to learn more about Roman history along the Cumbrian coast. William Wordsworth was born in the Cumbrian town of Cockermouth; today, you can visit his former home at Wordsworth House.
For a great family day out, visit attractions like the Lake District Coast Aquarium in Maryport and Muncaster Castle, home to a Medieval weapons hall and hawk & owl centre. Nearby, you can take a scenic trip on a steam train through the Lake District at the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway.
Fancy a trip to the beach? You’ll be spoilt for choice! St Bees, Silecroft, Drigg and Allonby are just a few of the beaches to be found along the Cumbrian coast. As well as being a great place to relax or enjoy a walk, they’re also home to a rich variety of nature and wildlife. Why not try horse riding on the beach with Cumbrian Heavy Horses at Silecroft beach, or puffin spotting amid the towering red sandstone cliffs at St Bees: the only designated Heritage Coast between Wales and Scotland.
Further north, the Solway Coast National Landscape offers much to explore while inland, the Lake District National Park is known for its stunning lakes and waters, including Wastwater, Crummock Water and Buttermere; as well as the Wild Ennerdale National Nature Reserve.
Walking in the Western Lake District & Coast
These landscapes were made for adventure, with walking routes to be found in abundance. The King Charles III England Coast Path runs in sections along the coast: challenge yourself to walk the entire route, or pick a section for a shorter stroll. The popular Coast to Coast National Trail begins in St Bees.
There are Wainwright walks aplenty, including Scafell Pike: England’s highest mountain.
For lower level walking, try family-friendly routes like the Eskdale Trail, or Miles Without Stiles: a collection of 50+ walking routes across the Lake District.
Food & Drink
The Western Lake District & Coast is home to a rich food and drink scene, with independent makers and producers alongside fantastic places to eat. This is the home of the Cumberland Sausage, while spices once imported into ports like Whitehaven are still used in local delicacies today.
There are farmers markets across the area, as well as Taste Cumbria Food Festivals in Maryport, Wigton, Cockermouth and the nearby city of Carlisle.
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Head northwards up the Cumbrian coast to savour ice cream at Allonby and the Victorian seaside town of Silloth, The newly completed cycle route between the two is part of Hadrian’s Cycleway. Why not venture a little further inland to William Wordsworth’s birthplace of Cockermouth and its tasty mix of foodie hotspots, traditional pubs and independent shops.
The Georgian town of Whitehaven has a rich maritime heritage and a few spicy tales of smugglers. It also has an unusual claim to fame: it was reputedly used as the template for the expansion of New York in the mid-18th century! Check out family fun at the Beacon Museum and the nearby Lake District Coast Aquarium in Maryport.
Also in Maryport, the Senhouse Roman Museum is home to the country’s oldest private collection of Roman treasures. The Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site runs down the western coast to Ravenglass, where the remains of the bath house at Ravenglass Roman Fort are among Britain’s tallest remaining Roman structures.
If you’re heading for the western lakes, the chances are you’re after somewhere more secluded and perhaps a little more rugged. The remote Eskdale and Ennerdale valleys are true testaments to the beauty of the area.
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Historic inns, elegant country houses, welcoming B&Bs and caravan parks: there’s plenty of choice when it comes to places to stay.- From Cumbria’s spice trail to our locally brewed ales and spirits, discover the local flavours of the western Lakes and Cumbrian coast.
- Find out what’s on across the western Lakes and Cumbrian coast, from music festivals to quirky competitions.
- You’ll be spoilt for choice when planning your trip to the western Lakes and Cumbrian coast, with plenty to see and do across the area.
- From Lakeland postcard villages to ancient seaports, the towns and villages of the Western Lakes wear their history and heritage in every slate and brick.
- Find ideas and inspiration for places to go and things to see during your visit.
- Watch a video introducing this wonderful coastal trail offering exceptional views along the stunning Cumbrian coast.
- Celebrating everything Cumbria's stunning coastline has to offer.
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Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
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Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
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Join us at Ravenglass Railway Museum in 2025, as we celebrate 150 years of the Ravenglass and…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
Workington Town's first Pride
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The autumn 24/25 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain…
Come along to Wordsworth House for a fun-filled session with the kids, brought to you by Wordsworth…
Join us at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for an egg-citing Easter celebration from 5th - 21st…
Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an incredible adventure into the world of science! Aided by his…
The full Pink moon in Libra aligns with spring flowers bursting into life and symbolises happiness…
Come along to Wordsworth House for a fun-filled session with the kids, brought to you by Wordsworth…
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family. 5&6,12&13,…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment. Full day workshops are…
Book your place on a fused glass taster session at the RD Glass studio. Learn a new skill and have…
Rosehill welcomes Geoff Norcott to Rosehill for the first time as he puts the finishing touches to…
What if wishes were granted? What if magic was real? When a Storyteller appears everyone is…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Join JAG Outdoors for an evening of adventure, exercise, focus, fun, and wellbeing at Whinlatter…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
Cast: Sondra Radvanovsky, SeokJong Baek, Gemma Summerfield, Adam Palka Director: Andrei Șerban |…
Join Handpicked Productions for a fun-filled Easter family workshop. Our artist, Janice, will show…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
Cast: Sondra Radvanovsky, SeokJong Baek, Gemma Summerfield, Adam Palka Director: Andrei Șerban |…
Join Handpicked Productions for a fun-filled Easter family workshop. Our artist, Janice, will show…
We are pleased to announce that our new Shipyard Town gallery is fully open. We are honoured to…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
André Rieu has turned 75 and invites you to join him in celebrating his birthday as he sails…
Join us at Ravenglass Railway Museum in 2025, as we celebrate 150 years of the Ravenglass and…
Weekly Friday Market. Good range of Local fresh produce and cakes. Also gifts and household…
Workington Town's first Pride
A 5.5 mile multi terrain race. Start / Finish: Cockermouth School Registration From: 10 am Race…
The autumn 24/25 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain…
Come along to Wordsworth House for a fun-filled session with the kids, brought to you by Wordsworth…
Join us at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for an egg-citing Easter celebration from 5th - 21st…
Join 'The Magical Mr West' on an incredible adventure into the world of science! Aided by his…
The full Pink moon in Libra aligns with spring flowers bursting into life and symbolises happiness…
Come along to Wordsworth House for a fun-filled session with the kids, brought to you by Wordsworth…
Hop into a world of Easter excitement at Muncaster – a fun day out for all the family. 5&6,12&13,…
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients,…
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment. Full day workshops are…
Book your place on a fused glass taster session at the RD Glass studio. Learn a new skill and have…
Rosehill welcomes Geoff Norcott to Rosehill for the first time as he puts the finishing touches to…
What if wishes were granted? What if magic was real? When a Storyteller appears everyone is…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Join JAG Outdoors for an evening of adventure, exercise, focus, fun, and wellbeing at Whinlatter…
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- 1Coastal Forage and Nibble near Barrow-In-Furness
- 2Royal Opera House: Turandot FILM
- 3Sum Art To Do: Easter Crafts
- 4Shipyard Town Gallery
- 5Workington Saturday Market.
- 6André Rieu's: The Dream Continues
- 7150 Years of La'al Ratty Exhibition
- 8Wigton Friday Market
- 9Workington Pride 2025
- 10Isel Cross
- 11Lakeland Paws Canicross Series
- 12Rucksack of Rhymes: Our Planet
- 13Easter Family Fun
- 14Adventures in Science!
- 15Full Moon Women's Circle - Pink Moon
- 16Rucksack of Rhymes: Our Planet (5 years +)
- 17Easter at Muncaster
- 18Forage and Nibble near Keswick
- 19Landscape Photography Full Day Workshop
- 20Fused Glass Taster Session
- 21Geoff Norcott: Work in Progress
- 22Frog & The Princess and Other Stories
- 23Workington Wednesday Market
- 24Forest run and yoga
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The Lakes Distillery, Nr Bassenthwaite Lake, Cumbria, CA13 9SJTelephone
017687 88850Nr Bassenthwaite Lake
The award-winning Lakes Distillery Company opened in December 2014 in The Lake District National Park with the vision of producing a world class single malt whisky and a global brand that is recognised and respected around the world
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Armidale Cottages B&B, High Seaton, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 1PDTelephone
01900 63704Workington
Armidale Cottages B&B is set in half an acre of land with a small orchard. Built in the 16thC the cottages have been lovingly renovated to a very high standard, retaining many of the original features.
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Wallace Lane, Wallace Lane Farm, Brocklebank, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 8BFTelephone
016974 78188Brocklebank, Wigton
Wallace Lane Farm Campsite provides facilities for caravans, motor homes, tents and trailer tents, with toilets, showers, electric hook ups, free wifi and we are pet friendly.
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Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XNTelephone
017687 77230Borrowdale, Keswick
Adrenaline filled adventure inside the belly of a Lake District mountain, ‘Climb the Mine’ is the only one of its type in England.
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133 Main Street, St Bees, Cumbria, CA27 0DETelephone
019468 22224St Bees
Stone House Farm is a friendly family-run B&B in a large modernised Georgian farmhouse situated in the centre of St. Bees village. Situated near to the railway station and close to the local shops, restaurants and hotels.
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South Walney Nature Reserve, Walney, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 3YQBarrow-in-Furness
Have this special coastal nature reserve all to yourselves for an after-hours adventure! Track wildlife across the reserve using different equipment and techniques, with the help of our expert guides.
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Ravenglass
Discover the captivating charm of Muncaster Castle, a historic gem nestled on the stunning Lake District coast where mountains meet the sea. With over 800 years of history, Muncaster is still cherished by the Pennington family, who warmly welcome…
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Bridge Hotel, Lake District National Park, The English, Buttermere, Cumbria, CA13 9UZTelephone
017687 70252The English, Buttermere
A 17thC building, owned and run by family for 30 years. First licensed in 1735 as coaching inn. Apartments built in grounds 17 years ago and continually upgraded.
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Abbey House Hotel & Gardens, Abbey Rd, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA13 0PATelephone
01229 838282Barrow-in-Furness
A Premium Hotel & Wedding Venue based in Barrow in Furness in Cumbria. Set in 14 acres of private woodland and gardens with 59 beautifully decorated rooms with a rosette acclaimed Bar & Restaurant, Oscar's. It's one of the Lake Districts hidden gems…
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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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Leave the tarmac of urban running far behind and explore incredible landscapes only accessible on foot. With flexible itineraries to suit any pace, reliable daily luggage transfers and comfortable accommodation, our holidays provide complete peace…
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Created by Alfred Wainwright, the full Coast to Coast Walk crosses the North of England from the Irish Sea at St Bees to the North Sea at Robin Hood’s Bay. Wainwright’s Coast to Coast passes through some of the most beautiful and varied scenery in…
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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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Lake District Wildlife Park, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4RDTelephone
017687 76239Bassenthwaite
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite animals. Watch exhilarating Bird of Prey displays, educational Reptile talks and fun and interesting Lemur, Otter and Red Panda talks.
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The Carter Company, Various locations in Cumbria, CA12 4RETelephone
0129663167Various locations in Cumbria
Tailor made self guided, walking, cycling and touring holidays with luxury and classic accommodation showing you the hidden gems of the area.
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Whinlatter Forest, Whinlatter Pass, Braithwaite, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
01603 895500Braithwaite
Welcome to England's only true mountain forest. Whinlatter boasts unrivalled views across Bassenthwaite Lake, Derwentwater and Keswick. Located in the North West of the Lake District, you'll find us in the heart of it. It plays host to two of our…
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Kestrel Lodge Campsite, Bassenthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QXTelephone
01539 267030Keswick
With jaw-dropping views down the valley over Bassenthwaite Lake and just a stones throw from Keswick, our site at Kestrel Lodge Campsite makes for an ideal location for exploring the Lake District and northern fells. A quiet, family run, family…
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Bridge Hotel, Lake District National Park, The English, Buttermere, Cumbria, CA13 9UZTelephone
017687 70252The English , Buttermere
Building on site for over 1000yrs. First licensed 1735 as a coaching inn. Nestles between 2 lakes Buttermere and Crummock. Surrounded by famous peaks, Haystacks, Red Pike and Great Gable.
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Wayside Cottage 1637, in the Western Lake District, Whitbeck, Millom, Cumbria, LA19 5UPTelephone
01229 718883Millom
Wayside Cottage 1637 is a charming old (circa 1637) two bedroom cottage attached to The Wayside. Designed for visitors that seek relaxing stay in an idyllic & traditional setting within the Lake District with modern comforts.
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The Melbreak Country House Hotel, Winscales Road, Great Clifton, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 1XSTelephone
+44 01900 61443Great Clifton, Workington
Situated conveniently between Cockermouth and Workington, close to the A66, lies The Melbreak Hotel. Once a farmstead, the 38 en-suite bedroomed hotel has an elegant lounge, well stocked bar and popular restaurant. The hotel has 6 electric vehicle…
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