Family Friendly

The Cumbria Coastal Route is the perfect place for a family adventure. Stretching from Arnside to Carlisle, it offers a wide range of things to see and do - from interactive attractions and outdoor activities to beaches, wildlife and events throughout the year.

Whether you’re planning a full road trip or a short break, you’ll find plenty of ways to keep all ages entertained along the way.

Days out to remember

Across the route, you’ll find a variety of family-friendly attractions offering fun, interactive experiences. From historic castles and country halls to museums and heritage railways, there’s plenty to discover.

Hop aboard a scenic railway journey, explore fascinating exhibitions, or step into the past at historic houses and coastal museums - many with activities and events designed especially for children.

Beaches, nature & the outdoors

With miles of coastline to explore, the Cumbria Coastal Route is ideal for outdoor family adventures. Spend the day on the beach building sandcastles, paddling in the sea or enjoying a picnic with a view.

Wide open beaches at places like St Bees, Silecroft and Allonby offer plenty of space to blow off some steam, while nature reserves and coastal paths provide opportunities to spot wildlife like grey seals and puffins.

For something a little different, older children may enjoy experiences like cycling along family-friendly routes or watersports.

Events & seasonal highlights

Throughout the year, a calendar of events is waiting to be experienced. From food festivals and seasonal celebrations to family-friendly events at attractions, there’s always something happening.

Easy to explore

The Cumbria Coastal Route is easy to explore as a family, however you choose to explore. Travel by car for flexibility, hop on and off the train along the coast, or plan shorter adventures within each section of the route.

With a wide range of family-friendly places to stay, from campsites and holiday parks to cottages and hotels, plan your perfect trip and enjoy quality time together.

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The Friesian Experience

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Stable Stays & The Friesian Experience - Black Horses Ltd, Greenbank Farm, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7ST

Telephone
+44(0)7776145424

tamara@blackhorses.co.uk

Grange-over-Sands

Unique, therapeutic & life-changing experiences for all animal lovers with the famous Black Horses of Cartmel.

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Dosa Chaska

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Haig Enterprise Park, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 9AN

Whitehaven

Master Indian vegetarian dishes like dosas and curries. Perfect for all skill levels, enjoy a cultural dining experience while learning sustainable, healthy cooking practices.

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Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway

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Ravenglass & Eskdale Steam Railway Station, Main St, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW

Telephone
01229 717171

steam@ravenglass-railway.co.uk

Ravenglass

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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Holker Hall and Gardens

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Holker Hall & Gardens, Cark, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 7PL

Telephone
015395 58328

info@holker.co.uk

Grange-over-Sands

A fascinating historic house where the elegance and loveliness of the Victorian era combine with the warmth and welcome of a much loved family home. The hall is set in 25 acres of romantic formal & woodland gardens and ancient parkland, with the…

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Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway - Haverthwaite Station

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Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, Haverthwaite Station Nr, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 8AL

Telephone
015395 31594

info@lakesiderailway.co.uk

Ulverston

Steam trains running a seasonal daily service from Haverthwaite to Lakeside via the Leven valley. Licensed tea room, gift shop, engine shed, picnic area & playground.

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Maryport Coastal Park

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Maryport South Shore Car Park, Main Road, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 8NQ

Maryport

Maryport Coastal Park is a place for visitors to enjoy for its coastal views and flora and fauna. Access is free all year round. Maryport Coastal Park can be accesses from Maryport south shore car park, which can be found near the Glasson industrial…

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Buddhist Temple for World Peace, Ulverston

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Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre, Conishead Priory, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9QQ

Telephone
01229 584029

visits@manjushri.org

Conishead Priory, Ulverston

Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop and book store. Bring a picnic. Six minute woodland walk to beach.

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The Rum Story

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The Rum Story & Jefferson's Shop, 27 Lowther St, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7DN

Telephone
01946 592933

info@rumstory.co.uk

Whitehaven

Imagine leaving the heart of Whitehaven's historic port and being taken back in time to an exotic tropical island's rainforest in the Caribbean, that is just the start of your great adventure in The Rum Story.

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Watchtree Nature Reserve

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Watchtree Nature Reserve, Nr, Wiggonby, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA5 6NL

wnr@watchtree.co.uk

Wiggonby, Carlisle

Located on the Solway plain 6 miles southwest of Carlisle, Watchtree Nature Reserve is a haven for wildlife and a community asset for all.

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Ennerdale Brewery

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Ennerdale Brewery, Tap & Bistro, Chapel Row, Rowrah, Cumbria, CA26 3XS

Telephone
01946 862977

info@ennerdalebrewery.co.uk

Rowrah

Situated on the western coast in the rural village of Rowrah, our beer is brewed with quality and consistency championing the highest quality of malts, whole cone hops and Lake District water, our in house yeast strain derived from traditional…

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