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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.
- 2021 was the year of the Coast in Cumbria - celebrating everything this area of Cumbria has to offer.
Highlights
Join us at Ravenglass Railway Museum in 2025, as we celebrate 150 years of the Ravenglass and…
Cast: To be confirmed Choreography: Kenneth MacMillan | Music: Sergey Prokofiev The greatest love…
Domingo Hindoyan conductor Members of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Ever wondered…
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. Don't miss your…
The autumn 24/25 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain…
What has quickly became an annual tradition. Carl is back for a third consecutive back-to-back…
Join JAG Outdoors at Whinlatter for a walk around the forest at night. The walk will cover 3-4…
A beautiful cacao ceremony in the forest to honour Ostara, the spring equinox. Join us this Ostara…
Come and join The Conscious Self for some cold & hot exposure in the heart of The Lake District!…
The sketches and Podcasts have been a viral hit online with over 250 million views. The first live…
Here's a glimpse into what awaits you: Day 1: *Dive into the fundamentals as we delve into the…
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment. Taster sessions are the…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
Come along to Wordsworth House for a fun-filled session with the kids, brought to you by Wordsworth…
Discover the ancient art of Kintsugi in a fun and creative way and create beautiful ceramic pieces…
The full Pink moon in Libra aligns with spring flowers bursting into life and symbolises happiness…
Join us at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for an egg-citing Easter celebration from 5th - 21st…
Cast: Sondra Radvanovsky, SeokJong Baek, Gemma Summerfield, Adam Palka Director: Andrei Șerban |…
FEATURING 11 UNSEEN PERCY KELLYS EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY – SOME OF WEST CUMBRIA'S MOST…
Join JAG Outdoors for an evening of adventure, exercise, focus, fun, and wellbeing at Whinlatter…
Beethoven Violin Concerto Beethoven Symphony No.3, 'Eroica' Domingo Hindoyan conductor Veronika…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Ladies, if you have a love for the outdoors, enjoy riding a bike but feel daunted by the thought of…
A 3-hour workshop with a foraging expert, which includes ID guidance, picking wild ingredients and…
Join us at Ravenglass Railway Museum in 2025, as we celebrate 150 years of the Ravenglass and…
Cast: To be confirmed Choreography: Kenneth MacMillan | Music: Sergey Prokofiev The greatest love…
Domingo Hindoyan conductor Members of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Ever wondered…
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. Don't miss your…
The autumn 24/25 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain…
What has quickly became an annual tradition. Carl is back for a third consecutive back-to-back…
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. Don't miss your…
The autumn 24/25 series of canicross races has now launched! Held in England's only mountain…
What has quickly became an annual tradition. Carl is back for a third consecutive back-to-back…
Join JAG Outdoors at Whinlatter for a walk around the forest at night. The walk will cover 3-4…
A beautiful cacao ceremony in the forest to honour Ostara, the spring equinox. Join us this Ostara…
Come and join The Conscious Self for some cold & hot exposure in the heart of The Lake District!…
The sketches and Podcasts have been a viral hit online with over 250 million views. The first live…
Here's a glimpse into what awaits you: Day 1: *Dive into the fundamentals as we delve into the…
Join photographer Steve Blake in our beautiful woodland environment. Taster sessions are the…
Weekly Saturday Market. A good range of fresh produce, cakes, gifts and household essentials.
Come along to Wordsworth House for a fun-filled session with the kids, brought to you by Wordsworth…
Discover the ancient art of Kintsugi in a fun and creative way and create beautiful ceramic pieces…
The full Pink moon in Libra aligns with spring flowers bursting into life and symbolises happiness…
Join us at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for an egg-citing Easter celebration from 5th - 21st…
Cast: Sondra Radvanovsky, SeokJong Baek, Gemma Summerfield, Adam Palka Director: Andrei Șerban |…
FEATURING 11 UNSEEN PERCY KELLYS EVERY PICTURE TELLS A STORY – SOME OF WEST CUMBRIA'S MOST…
Join JAG Outdoors for an evening of adventure, exercise, focus, fun, and wellbeing at Whinlatter…
Beethoven Violin Concerto Beethoven Symphony No.3, 'Eroica' Domingo Hindoyan conductor Veronika…
Weekly Market each Wednesday. Good range of fresh produce, gifts and household essentials.
Ladies, if you have a love for the outdoors, enjoy riding a bike but feel daunted by the thought of…
A 3-hour workshop with a foraging expert, which includes ID guidance, picking wild ingredients and…
Join us at Ravenglass Railway Museum in 2025, as we celebrate 150 years of the Ravenglass and…
Cast: To be confirmed Choreography: Kenneth MacMillan | Music: Sergey Prokofiev The greatest love…
Domingo Hindoyan conductor Members of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Ever wondered…
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- 1Rosehill's Comedy Club
- 2Lakeland Paws Canicross Series
- 3Carl Hutchinson: Today Years Old
- 4Dark skies walk
- 5Ostara (spring equinox) Cacao Ceremony in the forest
- 6Whinlatter Forest pop up sauna
- 7Your Round Comedy Night
- 8Floristry Foundation Course - Intensive 2 days
- 9Landscape Photography taster workshop
- 10Workington Saturday Market.
- 11Rucksack of Rhymes: Our Planet
- 12Introduction to Kintsugi
- 13Full Moon Women's Circle - Pink Moon
- 14Easter Family Fun
- 15Royal Opera House: Turandot FILM
- 16Inspired By Industry - Featuring 11 unseen Percy Kellys
- 17Forest run and yoga
- 18Beethoven in Barrow
- 19Workington Wednesday Market
- 20Breeze into the forest
- 21Forage and Cook (Half Day) near Keswick
- 22150 Years of La'al Ratty Exhibition
- 23Royal Opera House: Romeo & Juliet
- 24Conducting Showdown!
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Eskdale Mill & Heritage Trust, Eskdale Mill, Boot, Holmrook, Cumbria, CA19 1TGTelephone
01946723335Boot, Holmrook
Eskdale Mill is a unique experience, nestled in one of the Lake District's most beautiful locations. This charming site embodies the Lake District’s heritage. It is the last remaining working water-powered corn mill in the Lake District.
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Moresby Hall, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6PJTelephone
01946 64078Whitehaven
Converted 19thC farm buildings. Beautifully appointed and well-maintained by Cumbrian owners living in same hamlet. Close to coast and western lakes. Discounts for fortnights. No smokers and no pets.
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Armathwaite Hall Hotel & Spa, B5291, Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4RETelephone
01768 776551Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite
Connoisseurs of fine cuisine will find much to appreciate at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa. Chef takes full advantage of a wealth of local seasonal produce and Cumbrian specialities to create a variety of gastronomic delights.
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The Pheasant Inn, Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9YETelephone
017687 76234Cockermouth
Unspoiled traditional inn with every modern comfort in understated luxury.
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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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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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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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The Forum, 28 Duke St, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 1HHTelephone
01229 820000Barrow-in-Furness
You will find a diverse range of events and activities at The Forum, as we again aim to bring exciting entertainment to Barrow-in-Furness. There should be something for everyone during the current season and we are very proud to welcome…
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Senhouse Roman Museum, The Battery, The Promenade, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6JDTelephone
01900 816168The Promenade, Maryport
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars, inscriptions and sculptures from the adjacent Roman fort and civilian settlement.
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Scafell Pike, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1EXTelephone
07971 622616Seascale
For many, Scafell Pike is the ultimate mountain day and presides high on the bucket list. We can help you plan the perfect route to the summit based on where you’re staying and your previous experience.
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Lake District Wildlife Park, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4RDTelephone
017687 76239Bassenthwaite
The ultimate animal experience for anyone over the age of 8 years that you will never forget! This experience is the perfect way to meet our Tapirs, Meerkats, and Ring-Tailed Lemurs!
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Muncaster, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQRavenglass
The Stables Café opens to the visiting public daily in the main season serving a full range of options from light snacks to main meals plus delicious homemade cakes and a selection of hot and cold drinks; something for everyone!
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Kirkstile Inn, Loweswater, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0RUTelephone
01900 85219Cockermouth
A 16thC inn situated at the foot of Melbreak and between Loweswater lake and Crummock Water. Roaring log fires, home-cooked meals with a local emphasis and high-quality real ales on offer.
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Calvert Lakes, Little Crosthwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QDTelephone
017687 72255Keswick
Residential outdoor adventure holidays for people with disabilities, including those with the most complex needs. It’s what you can do that counts!
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The Cottage In The Wood, Magic Hill, Braithwaite, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5TWTelephone
017687 78409Braithwaite, Keswick
We are a relaxed, gourmet getaway nestled in Whinlatter Forest, the only true mountain forest in England, with nine contemporary rooms offering woodland or garden views, it’s a haven of tranquillity and relaxation.
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Silloth On Solway Golf Club, Station Rd, Silloth, Cumbria, CA7 4BLTelephone
016973 31304Silloth
Silloth on Solway Golf Club is a beautiful links golf course situated on the shores of the Solway Firth in North West Cumbria. Silloth is highly rated and is listed in the top 50 golf courses in Britain and Ireland.
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Honister Slate Mine, Honister Pass, Borrowdale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5XNTelephone
017687 77230Borrowdale, Keswick
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Take on the UK’s original classic Via Ferrata against the backdrop of the stunning Lake District mountains.
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The Pheasant Inn, Bassenthwaite, Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9YETelephone
017687 76234Cockermouth
Unspoiled traditional inn with every modern comfort in understated luxury.
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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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Parkgate Farm, Irton, Eskdale, Holmrook, Cumbria, CA19 1YNTelephone
019467 26362Eskdale, Holmrook
Experience the great outdoors at Parkgate Farm, offering a variety of 9 large camping pitches (5 with electric hook-up, and 4 without) and one camping pod. Take advantage of the amenities including family shower rooms, separate toilets, washing-up…
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