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From postcard-perfect Lakeland villages to ancient seaports, the towns and villages of the Western Lakes and Cumbrian coast wear their history and heritage in every slate and brick. Here, you’ll find handsome Georgian streets, busy market centres and tiny villages strewn about the valleys, with plenty of historic charm.
Discover seafaring hubs and learn about times gone by: there are some brilliant museums sharing more about the life and times of those living here across the ages. There’s even the birthplace of William Wordsworth, who was born in Cockermouth in 1770.
The Cumbrian Coast Line connects a number of the area’s towns and villages by rail, running alongside the sea and boasting stunning views from your carriage as you travel.
Explore the following towns and villages: Buttermere | Cleator Moor | Cockermouth | Duddon Valley | Maryport | Millom | Ravenglass, Muncaster & Eskdale | Silloth | Whitehaven | Workington
the western lakes has a rich history, brilliantly told
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Cockermouth
Join us for an evening of intrigue and opulence aboard the Orient Express! Our Murder Mystery nights really are like no other. Seated on our stunning steam train and surrounded by 1930’s decor, you will be transported to an era gone by whilst the…
Whitehaven
Following years of playing alongside members of The Shadows themselves, including Bruce Welch, Jet Harris, and Brian 'Licorice' Locking, renowned guitarist Justin Daish comes to Whitehaven with his acclaimed Hank Marvin extravaganza.
Braithwaite, Keswick
The full Flower (or Hare) moon aligns with the colourful early summer flowers blooming and symbolises fertility, growth and change; blossoming into your fullest potential!
Calling in the elements & directions we cast a sacred circle to celebrate…
Whitehaven
Aigul Akmetshina performs the title role in Damiano Michieletto's sizzling new production of Bizet's ever-popular opera.
Damiano Michieletto's sizzling new production evokes all the passion and heat of Bizet's score, which features Carmen's sultry…
Whitehaven
The extraordinary story of Amy Winehouse's early rise to fame and the making of her ground breaking album, Back to Black.
Told from Amy's perspective and inspired by her deeply personal lyrics, the film follows the remarkable woman behind the…
Boot
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
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456 reviewsBarrow-in-Furness
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Ravenglass
The Ratty Arms is located on the platform of Ravenglass station on the scenic Cumbrian Coast Line, which runs past the main terminus of our narrow gauge railway. Guests can sit back and unwind with a drink, while watching the trains go by.
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873 reviewsEskdale Valley, Boot
Experience the exhilaration of this wet and wild adventure in the remote Western Lake District. Ghyll Scrambling (or gorge walking) will see you climbing up waterfalls, jumping into pools and exploring caves.
Nr Bassenthwaite Lake
The Bistro at the Distillery aims to embrace the spirit of the Lake District, which is achieved by using regional ingredients where possible and having a key focus on freshness, flavour and simplicity.
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…
Whitehaven
Our vision is to be a local theatre of national significance, presenting and producing first class arts and entertainment with a vibrant programme of creative learning.
Moresby, Whitehaven
After two sell-out shows in a row, Meetwood Flac return to share their love of the legendary Fleetwood Mac.
Bringing you all the well-known songs with the energy of the famous band's early days.
Whitehaven
Shakespeare's profound story of love and loss, artfully adapted into a contemporary three-act narrative ballet by Artistic Associate Christopher Wheeldon, celebrates its tenth anniversary.
King Leontes of Sicilia is crippled with an all-consuming…
Set in the south-west of the region the Duddon Valley is remote, unspoilt and one of the most idyllic valleys of the Lake District.
Bassenthwaite
Go wild & experience a world of wildlife! There's over 100 species from Anaconda to Zebra. Rare and endangered species like Gibbons and Asian Fishing Cats, plus family favourites like lemurs and Meerkats. A great day out for all the family.
Syke Park, Wigton
Cumbrian based Reays have an extensive range of vehicle suitable for small and large groups of passengers, ideal for airport pick-ups from Manchester, Liverpool, Newcastle and newly opened Carlisle Lake District Airport.
Barrow Park, Barrow
Energy is an existential journey through the power of healing with enigmatic frontman Damo Suzuki who died in February aged 74.
Critically-acclaimed director Michelle Heighway had been working with the iconic musician since 2014, culminating in…
Cumbria
The mountains around Wasdale Head are arguably one of the finest mountain landscapes in Britain and grandest of all of these fine mountains are the twin peaks of Scafell and Scafell Pike.
Eskdale Valley
Deep and narrow gorge on Stanley Ghyll reached via marked route from National Trust car park.
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