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From down-to-earth dining to venues with a touch of luxury, the Cumbria Coastal Route offers a rich and varied food and drink scene to suit all tastes. Whether it’s fish and chips on the beach, ice cream on the prom, or a cosy café stop, you’ll never go hungry.
Refuel with hearty dishes in friendly local pubs and inns - many of which welcome four-legged friends to join in the fun. Wash it down with a local ale or gin, brewed at an independent microbrewery or distillery along the coast. You’ll also find a fantastic selection of restaurants showcasing seasonal ingredients sourced from the surrounding area. In Morecambe Bay, Cartmel is even home to two Michelin-starred restaurants!
After a day exploring, recharge at one of the many cafés and tearooms dotted along the route. From hidden gems in quiet villages to bustling spots in lively towns, it’s the perfect excuse to pause for a brew and a slice of homemade cake.
The route is also steeped in culinary heritage. Follow Cumbria’s spice trail from the harbour at Whitehaven, where spices were once imported and used in local specialities such as Cumberland sausage, Rum Nicky and Grasmere Gingerbread®.
Also on the menu are local specialities like potted shrimps from Morecambe Bay, and sticky toffee pudding in Cartmel.
Add one of the area's food and drink events to your calendar: from agricultural shows and farmers' markets to the popular Taste Cumbria food festivals, there's plenty of choice.
Number of results: 14
Barrow-in-Furness
Express Bar & Lounge serving International cuisine, ranging from pizza, pasta, burgers, sandwiches and a range of alcoholic drinks, soft drinks and coffee.
St. Bees
Beach Road Bakehouse is located overlooking St Bees Beach. It is now under new management from Gina Goulding who runs a local bakery at Kells, Bakes by Gina.
Maryport
Recently re opened pub/ bar selling a wide selection of beers, ales, wine and spirits. Choose from our hand picked selection of drinks that you won't find anywhere else in town, including Hawkstone premium lager and cider, and Galway Girl, our Irish…
Ravenglass
Enjoy a well-rounded menu prepared by Muncaster’s very own Head Chef and team in our cosy courtyard café. We pride ourselves in sourcing local produce and catering to many dietary requirements.
Ravenglass
Enjoy a beautiful 14 mile return journey as well as a delicious cream tea at Dalegarth Café in the Eskdale Room. Your cream tea includes a selection of sandwiches (ham, cheese, egg mayo and tuna mayo), home-baked fruit scones with butter, jam and…
Nether Wasdale, Wasdale
Situated in arguably the most beautiful valley of Wasdale in the Lake District on the banks of the river Irt, is The Sawmill Café and Farm Shop. The perfect place to relax, restore and indulge, we offer a delicious locally sourced menu to satisfy…
Silecroft
Designed by award-winning Scottish Architects, Silecroft Beach Café on Silecroft Beach offers an idyllic setting to relax, recharge and enjoy some great food.
Ravenglass
Located at the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, Fellbites Café serves everything from hot and cold drinks, sandwiches and homebaked cakes, to full meals made to order.
Seascale
Built in the 18th century, The Strands Inn is a traditional Lake District pub in the beautiful Wasdale Valley.
Marine Rd, Maryport
The family-owned café offers a welcoming atmosphere with hearty portions, delicious pies, and a famed Cumbrian breakfast. Enjoy filling lunches and sneaky treats with cosy indoor and outdoor seating.
Marine Rd, Maryport
Quaint little coffee and ice cream house selling local handmade ice cream coffee and cakes. Also, we serve our delicious coffee and hot chocolate which is supplied by a local company.
Nr Holmrook
A traditional tearoom and gift shop serving breakfast, lunch, coffee, cakes and afternoon teas. Our gift shop stocks a range of cards, artwork, jewellery, books, candles, jams, chutneys and giftware.
Whitehaven
We are an independent cafe situated at the ground floor of the Beacon museum
Maryport
Newly refurbished friendly pub, now serving food, welcoming locals and tourists.
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