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2023 is the Year of the Coast - a year-long calendar of events and activities to shine a spotlight on our coastal heritage and give visitors a chance to discover new, less-explored areas. The Lake District, Cumbria is celebrated for lakes, mountains and incredible scenery but it also proudly boasts an epic coastline, from Morecambe Bay and the Furness Peninsula in the south to the Solway Firth in the north.
A visit to the Cumbrian Coast offers a great day out or an action-packed holiday for all the family. Also perfect for a romantic break, a trip with friends or solo exploring.
In a recent visitor survey by Cumbria Tourism, 94% of respondents said they felt a boost to their general health and wellbeing during their visit. The Cumbrian Coast is the place to get outdoors and enjoy the fresh air. Walk along the promenade at one of our seaside towns and villages or take an exhilarating run along the beach. You could even indulge in a spot of forest bathing.
For history buffs explore Roman baths and forts or discover the fascinating story of the area’s spice trade; not forgetting historic castles, stately homes and steam trains.
If you are seeking that feeling of getting back to nature the Cumbrian Coast is home to nature reserves, Areas Of Outstanding Natural Beauty, nature-rich mudflats, sand dunes and beaches. There is plenty of wildlife too including the rare Natterjack Toad. If you are lucky you may even see a seal pup on your visit.
For an exhilarating bike ride the Cumbrian Coast features cycle routes with sea views. Whatever your age, interest or ability there is fun to be had on two wheels.
Notable highlights include St Bees Head with towering red sandstone cliffs looming above the crashing waves and the sandy beach below. Here you will find one of the largest sea bird colonies in the North West, with their bustling communities highly active here in the Spring and Summer months.
The bustling harbour at Whitehaven is well-worth a visit and there is no better way to enjoy fish and chips than sitting on the front at Arnside watching the world go by.
Take a look at the Cumbrian Coastal Route, a 200 mile tour which has been designed to inspire you to explore this captivating and unique area.
Following the success of Crime Viral's sell out UK serial killer tour - research psychologist and…
Brought to you by National Trust and Karen Whybrow Coaching, carry out a powerful releasing ritual…
Roo Stars Rock Fest
Velo Retro is ready for its 10th anniversary year. The only retro and vintage cycling event in the…
Internationally and critically acclaimed, The Freddie & QUEEN Experience are the UK's Premier Queen…
The full Harvest moon shines bright in the sky, giving light for the gathering of crops. This…
Come along to Wordsworth House and Garden and get crafty and creative in the Discovery Room. Be…
Michael Sheen plays Nye Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of…
Dive into the fundamentals as we delve into the art of flower conditioning, care, and storage. This…
This event will cover what is needed to build or improve a good wildlife pond in a garden or…
As part of Lake District Music's spring concert series Austrian pianist Hanna Bachmann performs at…
Following years of playing alongside members of The Shadows themselves, including Bruce Welch, Jet…
Join Jessie McMeekin as she tells tales by the kitchen fire to horrify and delight you. This event…
Visit William and Dorothy Wordsworth's childhood home and enjoy some much-loved poems around the…
Ian Wright directs Wigton Choral Society and invited soloists in a celebration of the 200th…
Brought to you by the National Trust for Heritage Open Day. Take in the views and learn about the…
Cross-Bay Walk in aid of Arnside RNLI Fundraising Branch Saturday 18th May Led by the King's Guide…
Learn about the practical uses and folklore origins of the plants, flowers and berries found…
Brought to you by the National Trust for the Festival of Archaeology. Take in the views and learn…
Join lots of proud classic vehicle owners as they bring their private vehicles to display at the…
Here Comes The Girls - 3 of the top female tributes in the UK for one night and with a pie and pea…
From the voices of ramblers and campaigners to the songs and poetry inspired by past and current…
The full Hunters' moon, is named for the hunting our ancestors would have done at this time of…
How exciting that the summer solstice & full Strawberry moon coincide; the high vibing peak of…
Cumbria Year of the Coast 2023
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Braithwaite, Keswick
Whinlatter is a great place for walking with many miles of gravel roads, paths and tracks to explore. Each junction is marked with a numbered post which is shown on the Forest guide map making it easy to create your own route.
Great Gable is a mountain of perfect proportions so much so that it was chosen as the motif for the Lake District National Park.
Buttermere is ringed by the crags and peaks of Haystacks, Feetwith Pike and others. The 4 mile walk around the lake boasts impressive views.
Millom
This ride along the sea wall gives spectacular wide open views across the Duddon estuary and out to sea, to wild waves and stunning sunsets.
Braithwaite, Keswick
Whinlatter is a great place for walking with many miles of gravel roads, paths and tracks to explore. Each junction is marked with a numbered post which is shown on the Forest guide map making it easy to create your own route.
Bassenthwaite Lake, owned by the National Park Authority, is 4 miles long and 3/4 mile wide, and 70ft deep and home to the rare vendace fish species.
Ravenglass
The 174 mile Hadrian's Cycleway snakes through the entire World Heritage Site. It's a cycleway that knits together existing shorter cycle routes, quiet roads and off-road tracks. Clearly signposted, the Cycleway takes you near many major Roman sites…
Ulverston
Swarthmoor Hall is a 17th century, Grade II* listed country house. It is known as the cradle of Quakerism as the movement was founded here almost 400 years ago. Visitors can relax in our cosy cafe or browse for something special in our gift shop.…
WORKINGTON
The church was designed by Edward Welby Pugin (son of Augustus Welby Pugin) and built between 1873 - 1876 to replace a chapel in the grounds which now forms part of St Joseph's High School.
A superb way to the summit of Skiddaw, which takes in the fine shapely ridge, Longside edge, that extends north from Carl Side and is separated from the main massif by the deep trench of Southerndale. From a distance the crest of Longside Edge looks…
WHITEHAVEN
A fine example of a Georgian church, which has been sympathetically modernised.
Backbarrow, Ulverston
Our Escape Rooms are an indoor activity for 2-6 people of all ages. Work together to find clues, solve puzzles and complete the challenge before time runs out!
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This is another challenging route, from the beautiful high mountain valley of Wasdle to Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England.
Cumbria
Coledale itself is a classic U shaped valley that is typical of many in the Lake District, but unlike others it has no habitation. In fact the only obvious sign of human presence is the remains of the old barytes mine at the valley head and the…
SEASCALE
The smallest church near the deepest lake and the highest mountain in England.
Braithwaite, Keswick
Reconnect with nature, reconnect with yourself. Lakeland Wellbeing offers a range of relaxing and mindful activities & retreats to connect you with nature and our beautiful and ancient Lakeland Landscape. Forest bathing, mindfulness, foraging, full…
Whicham, Valley, Millom
The ultimate horse riding experience in the stunning Cumbria. We are UK's only specialised heavy horse riding establishment! We are a small, professional, family run Equestrian Centre unique in the use of our magnificent heavy horse breeds.
Coniston
This National Trust wood is a wonderful place to be - right by the lake shore.
Cumbria
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…
Bassenthwaite
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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