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Historic inns, elegant country houses, remote B&Bs and caravan parks surrounded by nature’s plentiful bounty.- Is there anything more satisfying that arriving at a country inn and tucking into a meal of local dishes, sourced almost within eyesight of where you’re eating?
- There is a wide variety of events taking place in the Western Lakes throughout the year. Check out the events calendar and see what's on in this area.
- From explorations of maritime history to Wordsworth and old mills; there are loads of things to do in and around the Western Lakes.
- 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.
- Let us help you find inspiring places to visit with our travel itineraries. Whatever your choice of location, duration and budget, check out our recommendations.
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Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A…
Great Gable is a mountain of perfect proportions so much so that it was chosen as the motif for the…
Sca Fell is a little lower at 964m than Scafell Pike and is 1 km away, but the direct route from…
The mountains around Wasdale Head are arguably one of the finest mountain landscapes in Britain and…
Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A…
The privately owned, four star 17th century former stately home, has 42 individually designed…
Sally's Cottages is an award-winning, local, family run holiday cottage letting agency in Keswick…
Viewed from the west Grasmoor looks like a simple pyramidal peak but this is deceiving. Behind its…
Wallace Lane Farm Campsite provides facilities for caravans, motor homes, tents and trailer tents,…
Ennerdale is the most westerly of the lakes, and the most remote. A deep glacial lake, Ennerdale…
Historic haunted Castle home to the Pennington family for 800 years. A 70-acre garden famous for…
Remembrance Sunday Parades taking place in Harrington and Workington on Sunday 8th November.
Buses to and through Workington: 1A Great Clifton - Workington. 30/30A/30B Thornhill - Whitehaven…
Located in a peaceful rural hamlet in the Lake District National Park. Easy access to fells, lakes…
Wasdale nestles under Scafell mountain range at the head of beautiful Wastwater, a paradise for…
Ghyll scrambling, an exhilarating and fun activity perfect for those who want a challenge! Plunge…
Several stone circles and many small cairns are visible on the moor. The circles are distinguished…
Buses to and through Cockermouth: 35 Workington - Cockermouth - Slatefell. 36 Workington -…
Nestled on Solway Firth, the Park is an ideal base for exploring the Lake District. The kids and…
Eco cottages, built and furnished to the highest standards, in 'one of the most beautiful places…
Buses to and through Aspatria: 39 Carlisle - Wigton - Aspatria - Fletchertown. 300 Carlisle -…
A 60 mile or 190 mile Ultra Run following Wainwrights Coast to Coast.
Day 2 takes in Ennerdale Water, the most westerly of the lakes, Anglers Crag and Ennerdale Forest…
Located in the picturesque Lorton Valley, Hundith Hill offers stunning views of the Cumbrian…
the western lakes has a rich history, brilliantly told
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The Super Soapbox Challenge returns to Barrow on Sunday 30th August. The event will see a range of hand built soapbox karts defy gravity. Barrow will also host a funfair and other family-friendly activities over the bank-holiday weekend.
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Boot, Eskdale, CumbriaEskdale
Several stone circles and many small cairns are visible on the moor. The circles are distinguished by the occurance within them of small cairns. Construction date is thought to be around 2000BC.
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Tide to tops....a route with everything from a beach-side spin, quiet villages and the wild and open views of the western fells.
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Haverigg Beach, Haverigg, Millom, Cumbria, LA18 4ERTelephone
01539 822222Millom
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.
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Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA13 9BDTelephone
01229 876564Barrow-in-Furness
Set in 45 acres, Barrow's award-winning park provides the perfect place to stroll on sunny afternoons. Barrow Park..... always something going on, always something growing on!
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Cumbria, CA15 6LWBeginning at the Maritime Museum in Maryport, the walk climbs the sea brows yielding spectacular views of the historic town and the wide Solway Firth beyond. The route meanders to the north into the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty,…
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Lacra, Nr Kirksanton, Millom, CumbriaMillom
Remnants of five stone circles and two possible stone avenues, circles range from 14' to 60', one of them having contained a cremation.
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Bassenthwaite Lake, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9YETelephone
017687 76234Cockermouth
Unspoiled traditional inn with every modern comfort in understated luxury.
Cumbria
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.
The Turntable Café, located on Platform 1 serves a wide array of food from hearty…
Cockermouth
Located in the picturesque Lorton Valley, Hundith Hill offers stunning views of the Cumbrian countryside. With 25 rooms, function suites, restaurant, bar & lounge, Hundith Hill is the perfect venue for country escapes.
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Gosforth, Cumbria, CA20 1PQCumbria
Covering 112 miles, and the most famous passes of the Lake District, the 4 Seasons Fred Whitton Bike Tour follows the annual sportive route but can be completed 365 days a year at your own pace. It's a fantastic opportunity for individuals, groups…
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-Wastwater is probably the most scenic of all the lakes. It is surrounded by mountains, Red Pike, Kirk Fell, Great Gable and Scafell Pike.
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-The long ridge of Black Combe rises almost from the sea and is linked to the Ulpha Fells which run north into the heart of the Lake District.
Learn bushcraft or archery skills on a private country estate overlooking the Duddon estuary and Coniston Fells. We run various Bushcraft courses from fun half day sessions to more advanced full days. Maybe you’d prefer to try your hand at archery…
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Dickinson Place, Allonby, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6QETelephone
01900 881440Maryport
Situated in the centre of Allonby that nestles in a sandy bay on the unspoilt Solway Coast. Our beautifully converted 17thC barn cottages are hidden away in a tranquil courtyard. All have original features retained.
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The Strands Inn, Netherwasdale, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1ETTelephone
019467 26237Seascale
Electric bike hire point
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-Take your bike on the Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway & bike the return journey through the beatiful Eskdale Valley. The route is virtually traffic free.
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Longlands Holiday Park, Kirkby Croglin, Kirkby-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA17 7XZKirkby-in-Furness
Set in a quiet corner of Western Cumbria, and with panoramic views over Duddon Sands, South Lakeland and beyond; Longlands is a private holiday park offering its residents a luxurious oasis of calm.
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The YMRF is a celebration of mountain running aimed at younger runners. We are aiming to create an event where young runners can come together to socialise, learn new skills and race in a variety of events over the weekend
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Dalegarth, Eskdale Valley, Cumbria, CA19 1TDEskdale Valley
Deep and narrow gorge on Stanley Ghyll reached via marked route from National Trust car park.
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