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From picturesque villages to ancient seaports, the towns and villages of the Western Lake District and Coast offer a rich history and heritage alongside plenty to see and do. Here, you’ll find handsome Georgian streets, bustling market towns, and a warm Cumbrian welcome - with a healthy dose of historic charm to boot.
From the birthplace of Wordsworth in Cockermouth to the only coastal village in the Lake District in Ravenglass, there’s lots to discover.
Travel by train along the Cumbrian Coast Line, which connects a number of the area’s towns and villages by rail. Running alongside the sea, it boasts stunning views as you travel.
Explore the following towns and villages: Buttermere | Cleator Moor | Cockermouth | Duddon Valley | Maryport | Millom | Ravenglass, Muncaster & Eskdale | Silloth | Whitehaven | Workington
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Moresby, Whitehaven
Calling all music lovers are invited to a special fundraising concert in support of Blood Bikes Cumbria, featuring live performances from Phil Lewthwaite and Keri Farish.
The event aims to raise vital funds for Blood Bikes Cumbria, a volunteer‑run…
140 miles cross-country route linking Whitehaven or Workington with Sunderland or Newcastle. Mostly on-road but some sections off-road. This is a Sustrans national cycle route and one of the UK's most popular challenge cycle routes.
W Strand, Whitehaven
DISCOVER, EXPLORE, IMAGINE – BEAKID
Join us for a fun and creative hands-on session exploring the impact of plastic pollution and how we can protect our seas.
Learn about marine pollution, create a driftwood fish mobile, make a clay fish fridge…
Cockermouth
The romantic ambience and art-deco features of the stunning train carriages make this a truly unique experience that is not to be missed by locomotive lovers, film enthusiasts and foodies alike! Breakfasts, lunches and afternoon teas are catered for…
Millom
This is a shortish ride through the pastoral landscape of the Cumbrian coastal plain. The fells of Black Combe and White Combe provide a stunning backdrop for pretty woodlands, lush green fields and dry stone walls.
Nestled in a wooded valley in the far west of the Lake District, in the Vale of Lorton, Loweswater is a peaceful lake that is often bypassed.
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,…
Millom
Devised and performed by Stefan Escreet, Peter Macqueen and Claire Webzell.
The Mystery of the Pirate Lagoon. A comic radio play presented live on stage.
What is The Mystery of the Pirate Lagoon? Join the crew of the Prospero on an adventure to…
Millom
Step onto the dancefloor and relive the soundtrack of our lives at our Adults-Only Afternoon Disco, for ages 18+. We'll bring feel-good classics and floor-fillers from the 70s, 80s and 90s, played loud enough to dance to, just with an early…
Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite
Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa is a privately owned 17th century former stately home near to Keswick on Bassenthwaite Lake. The 4 red star hotel features 44 bedrooms of individual character with a choice of restaurants and bars.
Braithwaite, Keswick
Join us for a magical guided evening walk through the forest.
Listen out for owls, learn about the wildlife in the forest and experience the wonders of the night sky. Finish with hot chocolate & marshmallows around a campfire.
Please bring a…
Bassenthwaite Lake, Bassenthwaite
Guests at Armathwaite Hall Hotel and Spa can enjoy a full afternoon tea service from 12:30pm-5pm. Diners can choose from a selection of savoury and sweet treats, including sandwiches and filled mini brioche rolls, quiche, homemade cake, biscuits,…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Full Moon Women's Circle in the Lake District
The Full Moon is a powerful time for reflection, release, and renewal. At our special forest site in the Lake District, we gather in circle as women to honour the peak of the Moon's cycle and reconnect…
Cockermouth
This stunning salon carriage offers the perfect location as a quirky and intimate venue for your family get-together, club meeting, bespoke corporate function or whatever you may have in mind!
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.
Barrow-in-Furness
The Holiday Inn Express in Barrow is a bright, modern hotel in the heart of Barrow in Furness, with 3 meeting & private dining rooms on-site for up to 30 guests. Accommodation is available on-site with free WI-FI and breakfast included.
Moresby, Whitehaven
The Rosehill Players return with the ever heart warming tale of Calendar Girls.
After the death of her best friend's husband from cancer, spirited Yorkshire housewife Chris hatches a scheme to raise money for a memorial to him.
Utilizing a…
Workington
Hunday Manor is a country house hotel with beautiful views & acres of gardens, based between the western Lake District & Cumbrian coast. With breathtaking views, heritage charm, and modern event facilities, we are a venue of versatility &…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Beatles Complete return to Rosehill after a sold-out show in July 2025 with a festive treat that will make you want to Get Back for another Hard Days Night!
Having now performed over 200 shows at the world famous Cavern Club, Liverpool based, BC…
Cockermouth
Originally an 18th Century Lakeland farm house, the Embleton Spa Hotel is a relaxed, informal hotel with delightful en-suite rooms, suites and apartments. Perfect for exploring Keswick, Cockermouth and the Lakes.
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