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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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Abbey Rd, Barrow-in-Furness
Wedding Open Day
Millom
Remnants of five stone circles and two possible stone avenues, circles range from 14' to 60', one of them having contained a cremation.
Braithwaite, Keswick
Whinlatter Forest is home to the longest purpose-built mountain bike trail in the Lake District. The Red North and South loops put the mountain back into biking and have been built for experienced riders with good off-road skills and a higher level…
Moresby, Whitehaven
What are men for? Most heavy things can be lifted by machines and most problems can be solved by computers and most puddles can be crossed without men gallantly draping capes over them - so are fellas of any use at all?
Award winning MAN Marcus…
Barrow-in-Furness
Have this special coastal nature reserve all to yourselves for an after-hours adventure! Track wildlife across the reserve using different equipment and techniques, with the help of our expert guides.
Moresby, Whitehaven
ATTENTION ALL SWIFTIES!
TAYLORED SWIFT has taken Europe by storm in this electrifying tribute concert dedicated to the worldwide megastar TAYLOR SWIFT!
Featuring a full live band the concert is a celebration of the classic iconic hits such…
Braithwaite, Keswick
Come and join The Conscious Self at the Woodland Reset for some grounding, conscious, connecting & mindful time in nature to reconnect and rewild yourself!
Join in at Whinlatter Forest for a day of nature, relaxation, and rejuvenation. Explore the…
Borrowdale, Keswick
For one week only this October, Honister Slate Mine invites you underground to hear spine-tingling tales inspired by real lives, loss and legends that linger in the dark. Guided by your storyteller’s lantern, you’ll walk through pitch-black tunnels…
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.
Lillyhall Business Park, Workington
Lakes College is a community college delivering technical education and training to thousands of learners every year. The college offers a huge range of education opportunities across full and part-time courses, T Levels, flexible learning, adult…
The cliffs at St Bees (named after St Bega) are dramatic, composed of striking red sandstone some over 300ft high. There is an RSPB nature reserve.
The English, Buttermere
A 17thC building, owned and run by family for 30 years. First licensed in 1735 as coaching inn. Apartments built in grounds 17 years ago and continually upgraded.
Moresby, Whitehaven
Irish Folk Legends THE FUREYS Announce Final Concert as Part of Farewell Tour
After numerous visits here for many decades, THE FUREYS will play their final concert as part of their FAREWELL TOUR.
Legends of Irish music & song, The FUREYS renowned…
Silloth
Discover Solway Holiday Park, where excitement knows no bounds and unforgettable memories await! Our newly re-developed park, with an impressive 8-million transformation, offers thrilling adventures and heart-pumping activities. Witness the majestic…
Silloth
Stanwix Park is located on the Solway Coast in Cumbria. Self Catering Caravans and Apartments to hire for 3,4 and 7 night breaks (some pet friendly accommodation). Fully serviced pitches for Tents, Touring Caravans and Motorhomes. Camping Pods…
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.
Syke Park, Wigton
Reays have grown to become Cumbria’s largest independent bus and coach operator, offering unrivalled quality coach and mini-bus hire.
Braithwaite, Keswick
The full Beaver moon in Taurus is named for the beavers busily preparing for the winter months ahead. It is a reminder for us to do the same physically and mentally, aligning to the rhythm of the season. It invites us to embrace stability,…
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…
Barrow-in-Furness
Join presenter Claire Henry and Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra musicians for a concert packed with popular classics and old favourites. This performance has been designed to be informal, engaging and enjoyable for people living with…
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