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    Things to See & Do Cumbria Coastal Route
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Things to See and Do

There’s lots to see and do along the Cumbria Coastal Route, from outdoor adventures to indoor activities. Whether you’re exploring the area’s towns and villages, visiting family-friendly attractions, immersing yourself in a rich history and heritage, or simply looking to explore all the route has to offer, you’ll be spoilt for choice.

Take time to uncover the route’s highlights - from heritage railways and castles to nature reserves, beaches and local food and drink - or dive a little deeper and discover hidden gems along the way.

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Outdoor adventure - Walk coastal paths, cycle scenic routes, ride along the beach or explore the nearby fells.

Nature & wildlife - Discover National Landscapes, nature reserves and some of the UK’s most important habitats for birds and wildlife.

Arts & culture - Visit galleries, theatres and creative spaces, and experience the culture of the coast.

History & heritage - Step back in time with Roman sites, historic harbours, castles and industrial heritage.

Food & drink - Treat your tastebuds, with an abundance of local produce, cosy pubs, cafés and standout restaurants - including Michelin stars.

Family-friendly - Find attractions, activities and experiences perfect for all ages.

Browse our listings to find attractions, experiences and activities across the Cumbria Coastal Route, and get inspired for your trip.

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  1. RLPO presents – Farewell London
    RLPO presents – Farewell London
    RLPO presents – Farewell London

    Address

    Barrow Town Hall, Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LD

    Telephone

    01229820000

    John.boyd@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    British audiences loved Haydn – and he loved them back. On visits to London, Haydn caused quite a sensation, and his last ever symphony – his 104th – was a heartfelt farewell to the city. And some say his London Symphony might just be his very best,…

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  2. Audience listening to a talk in the Drawing Room of Muncaster Castle
    Audience listening to a talk in the Drawing Room of Muncaster Castle
    The Seaton Priory Estate & the Pennington Family

    Address

    Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ

    Telephone

    01229717614

    info@muncaster.co.uk

    Ravenglass

    Join Rob Baxter at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 29 September for a fascinating talk on the history of the Seaton Priory Estate and the Pennington Family.
    Seaton Priory was a rather obscure medieval nunnery near Bootle in West Cumbria. In this talk,…

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  3. Joe Thomas
    Joe Thomas
    An Evening with Joe Thomas

    Address

    Rosehill Arts Trust, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SE

    Telephone

    +441946692422

    info@rosehilltheatre.co.uk

    Moresby, Whitehaven

    We're talking The Inbetweeners and more at this very special evening with actor/comedian Joe Thomas!

    It wasn't long after audiences were first introduced to hilariously hapless sixth-formers Will McKenzie, Neil Sutherland, Jay Cartright and…

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  4. Northern Rock's Golden Jubilee Gala Image
    Northern Rock's Golden Jubilee Gala Image
    Northern Rock's Golden Jubilee Gala

    Address

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

    Telephone

    01229 717171

    steam@ravenglass-railway.co.uk

    Main St, Ravenglass

    Celebrate 50 Years of Northern Rock
    May 2nd – 4th, 2026

    Join the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for the Northern Rock Golden Jubilee Gala this May Bank Holiday. This three-day "steam spectacular" honors 50 years of our flagship locomotive with an…

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  5. Wheels Up North Weekender
    Wheels Up North Weekender
    Wheels Up North Weekender 2026

    Address

    Westmorland County Showground, Lane Farm, Crooklands, Milnthorpe, LA7 7NH

    Telephone

    015395 67804

    events@wheelsupnorth.co.uk

    Crooklands

    The Wheels Up North Weekender 2026 is our flagship show of the year, set in the beautiful Lake District, where we aim to bring the best of our season together and celebrate all things automotive.

    So if you fancy a weekend away, full of cars,…

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  6. Image of the Moonrakers together
    Image of the Moonrakers together
    Moonrakers

    Address

    Cartmel Priory, Devonshire Square, Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6QD

    Telephone

    07914 79 5823

    moonrakerscelticmusic@gmail.com

    Cartmel, Grange-over-Sands

    Moonrakers (www.moonrakers.net) are a four-piece folk band known for their sparkling, inventive arrangements of traditional British songs and tunes alongside powerful original compositions. Their rich, multi-instrumental sound weaves together Celtic…

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  7. Simon and Garfunkel
    Simon and Garfunkel
    Simon and Garfunkel: Through The Years

    Address

    Rosehill Theatre, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SE

    Telephone

    +441946692422

    info@rosehilltheatre.co.uk

    Moresby, Whitehaven

    Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows in the world, Simon & Garfunkel Through the Years has toured extensively in the UK, Europe, Australia and USA, receiving standing ovations and selling out theatres night after night.

    Fronted…

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  8. A delicious G&T themed afternoon tea served inside Shed One
    A delicious G&T themed afternoon tea served inside Shed One
    Afternoon G&Tea with Distillery Tour

    Address

    Shed One Distillery, The Old Calf Shed, North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9AU

    Telephone

    07794699913

    info@shed1distillery.com

    North Lonsdale Road, Ulverston

    As featured in The Sunday Times, "Seven Best Affordable Afternoon Teas".
    Enjoy a botanical-inspired Afternoon G&Tea at Shed One Distillery.
    Begin with a welcome tipple and a Distillery Tour by owners and distillers Andy and Zoe, then relax in our…

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  9. Views of Lake District Fells from the 6th Hole at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Views of Lake District Fells from the 6th Hole at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Aerial View of the 9th Hole and Solway Coast at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Views from the Green at the 16th Hole at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Aerial View of the 18th Hole and Town at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Aerial View of the 5th Hole at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Views from the 4th Hole at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Views of Lake District Fells from the 6th Hole at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Aerial View of the 9th Hole and Solway Coast at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Views from the Green at the 16th Hole at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Aerial View of the 18th Hole and Town at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Aerial View of the 5th Hole at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Views from the 4th Hole at Silloth on Solway Golf Club in Silloth, Cumbria
    Silloth on Solway Golf Club

    Address

    Silloth On Solway Golf Club, Station Rd, Silloth, Cumbria, CA7 4BL

    Telephone

    016973 31304

    bookings@sillothgolfclub.co.uk

    Silloth

    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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  10. Legends of Motown Poster
    Legends of Motown Poster
    Legends of Motown

    Address

    Rosehill Theatre, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SE

    Telephone

    +441946692422

    info@rosehilltheatre.co.uk

    Moresby, Whitehaven

    Legends of Motown is a high energy tribute show jam packed with all of Motown's biggest hits, with stunning vocals and amazing live band, celebrating the music of the iconic and timeless Motown era. Undoubtedly the golden era of music, the show pays…

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  11. Photography Course
    Photography Course
    Beginners Digital Photography Course

    Address

    Rosehill Theatre, Rosehill Theatre, Moresby, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 6SE

    Telephone

    +441946692422

    info@rosehilltheatre.co.uk

    Moresby, Whitehaven

    We're excited to be working with talented photographer and teacher, Dave Wilson, to bring you this brand new 5-week photography course.

    The Beginners Digital Photography course is aimed towards people who own a digital camera but just want to get…

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  12. Becks Skinner sewing on a vintage sewing machine at Muncaster Castle.
    Becks Skinner sewing on a vintage sewing machine at Muncaster Castle.
    The New Mrs Davidson

    Address

    Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ

    Telephone

    01229 717614

    info@muncaster.co.uk

    Ravenglass

    Join Becks Skinner at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 19 May for a fascinating talk.
    Inspired by a Wedding Dress from 1911, within The Beacon Museum Collection, Becks Skinner set herself the challenge of making a 'going away' outfit from the period,…

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  13. St. Bees Priory
    St. Bees Priory
    St. Bees Priory

    Address

    ST. BEES, Cumbria, CA27 0DR

    enquiries@stbeespriory.org.uk

    ST. BEES

    The priory is one of the architectural jewels in Cumbria and well worth a visit. This beautiful and historic church in the seaside village of St Bees, built in 1120, is all that remains of the original Priory, but it is a thriving and much loved…

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  14. Season Opener
    Season Opener

    Address

    Cartmel Racecourse, Cartmel Racecourse, The Racecourse, Cartmel, Cumbria, LA11 6QF

    Telephone

    015395 36340

    info@cartmel-racecourse.co.uk

    The Racecourse, Cartmel

    For an unforgettable fun-filled day out, Cartmel Races is hard to beat. Perfect for family, friends and celebrations, the combination of thrilling jump racing and a relaxed party atmosphere brings thousands of people back year after year. Join us…

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  15. Poster
    Poster
    Song Writing Showcase

    Address

    The Edge, Cumbria's Coastal Activities Centre, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LY

    Telephone

    +44-01946 590 515

    enquiries@edgecumbria.com

    Whitehaven

    Join us at The Edge for an evening of new music from local talent. Following a 10 week song writing course by Soundwave, local musicians will perform their songs for the first time. Come along, grab a drink and enjoy!

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  16. Exterior and Entrance to Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Exterior and Entrance to Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Senhouse Roman Museum from the Air in Maryport, Cumbria
    Winter Solway Views from Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Main Gallery at Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Venus at Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Jupiter Altar and the Serpent Stone at Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Water Nymphs at Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Epona and school visit at Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Exterior and Entrance to Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Senhouse Roman Museum from the Air in Maryport, Cumbria
    Winter Solway Views from Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Main Gallery at Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Venus at Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Jupiter Altar and the Serpent Stone at Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Water Nymphs at Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Epona and school visit at Senhouse Roman Museum in Maryport, Cumbria
    Senhouse Roman Museum

    Address

    Senhouse Roman Museum, The Battery, The Promenade, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6JD

    Telephone

    01900 816168

    senhousemuseum@aol.com

    The 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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  17. Archival text from Muncaster Castle
    Archival text from Muncaster Castle
    David Felton - Cumbria: 1,000 Years of Maps

    Address

    Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ

    Telephone

    01229717614

    info@muncaster.co.uk

    Ravenglass

    Join David Felton at Muncaster Castle on Tuesday 24 November for a fascinating talk on the cartographic history of Cumbria.

    The name Camri first appears on maps in AD 1050. Since then the Lake District and historic counties of Cumberland,…

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  18. Green text that reads 'Halloween Family Festival' on a red background with an owl and bat mascots.
    Green text that reads 'Halloween Family Festival' on a red background with an owl and bat mascots.
    Muncaster Halloween Family Festival

    Address

    Muncaster Castle, Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ

    Telephone

    01229717614

    info@muncaster.co.uk

    Ravenglass

    Join us at Muncaster from 24 October - 1 November for some spook-tacular family fun! The iconic Muncaster Halloween Family Festival is back, and this year its bigger and better than ever with pumpkin-fuelled mayhem and madness to be found in every…

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  19. Musicians from Trilogy Ensemble
    Musicians from Trilogy Ensemble
    Trilogy Ensemble: Music of Home

    Address

    Main Street, Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria, LA11 6DP

    Telephone

    01539 266 200

    info@ldsm.org.uk

    Grange-over-Sands

    Trad. - Down by the Sally Gardens (arr. Buckley)
    Bax - Elegiac Trio
    Wright - Blow the Wind Southerly (arr. Trilogy)
    Elderton-Lewis - Petroleum Fireflies
    Clarke - Danny Boy (arr. Trilogy)
    Mathias - Zodiac Trio

    Flute, harp and viola combine to…

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  20. The Rum Story Exhibition in Whitehaven, Cumbria
    The Rum Story Exhibition in Whitehaven, Cumbria
    The Rum Story

    Address

    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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