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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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Workington
In spite of the eclectic origins of its many parts, St Oswald's significance lies it its alterations and accumulation of features over time including Norman font and walls, 13th century windows, 15th century chancel and furniture by Thompson (the…
Cockermouth
From leisurely lakeside strolls to more challenging fell climbs and classic Lakeland ridge walks, there are routes for all levels of fitness and abilities, many of which start right from the doorstep or are within easy reach of Hassness Country…
Borrowdale, Keswick
Tucked high along a dramatic mountain pass, Honister Slate Mine is one of the Lake District’s best-kept secrets. Still producing the iconic Green Slate using traditional methods, its slate shop is a treasure trove of handcrafted homewares, gifts and…
Moresby, Whitehaven
THE ULTIMATE SMASH-HIT IRISH MUSIC SHOW IS BACK!
Get ready for a night of laughter, love, music and mischief as One Night In Dublin returns with a brand-new show bursting with Irish charm.
Meet Danny, a whiskey-loving fisherman with the voice of…
Whitehaven
Tickets are now available for the main arena on the Sunday of Whitehaven Weekender, a vibrant new festival brought to you in partnership by Rosehill, Northern Equality and Diversity CIC and Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners, bringing music,…
Barrow-in-Furness
A celebration of homegrown Country and Americana artists, with local Furness acts bringing you a special evening of live Country and Americana music.
Barrow-in-Furness
ADHD Unfiltered is packed with laugh out loud stories, accurate observations and audience interaction, putting words to the everyday realities of life with an ADHD brain. From overthinking and impulsivity, to masking, burnout and the relief of…
Barrow-in-Furness
Childhood and lullabies weave through this concert, which puts the spotlight on Benjamin Britten to mark the 50th anniversary of his death.
Moresby, Whitehaven
Get into the festive spirit with an extraordinary evening of music and Christmas cheer as The Committed 2 Rock Chior return to Rosehill for a special fundraising concert.
Featuring powerful harmonies, feel-good favourites, festive classics, and a…
The Promenade, Maryport
Roman museum displaying the internationally significant collection of Romano-British altars, inscriptions and sculptures from the adjacent Roman fort and civilian settlement.
Workington
Cumberland Flower Farm is rarely open to the public, but this year we're hosting a few small, special events where you can take a look around our sustainable flower farm, see how we grow, and enjoy good food and good company. You'll have the chance…
Most of this pleasant route follows signed sections of Hadrian’s Cycleway (72). St Bees village is reached following a free- wheeling descent to the Irish Sea where Wainright’s Coast to Coast Walk starts.
Whinlatter Pass, Keswick
"Cafe Ambio at Whinlatter Forest is set in the beautiful location of Whinlatter Forest, nestled in the treetops. We offer modern cafe food, and brilliant coffee. We use local suppliers to showcase the best food that Cumbria has to offer. Everything…
Westmoor House, Lamplugh Road, COCKERMOUTH
A flute and piano concert with music from JS Bach, through Clara Schumann to David Heath. Formed in 2017, the Maharaj/Degavino duo enjoys a busy concert diary. Some particular highlights have been performances at St Martin in the Fields, St James'…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Silver Screening
Starring: Andrew Scott, Brendan Fraser & Kerry Condon
In the tense 72 hours before D-Day, General Dwight D. Eisenhower and Captain James Stagg face an impossible choice--launch the most dangerous seaborne invasion in history or…
Keswick
Explore the woodland and take in the dramatic scenery overlooking Bassenthwaite and Skiddaw in England’s highest mountain forest.
Two Trampers are available daily at the visitor centre from 10:30am onwards for 4 hours.
Maryport
Recently re opened pub/ bar selling a wide selection of beers, ales, wine and spirits. Choose from our hand picked selection of drinks that you won't find anywhere else in town, including Hawkstone premium lager and cider, and Galway Girl, our Irish…
Maryport
Trawler Race, Dog show, Bar, Live music, stall, Emergancy services,
Moresby, Whitehaven
Cherie Bebe's Burlesque Revue stars some of the finest performers in Burlesque and Cabaret.
The shows have featured performers from all over the world as well as being a platform for emerging talent.
With a 13 years residency at the iconic Matt…
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.
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