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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
the western lakes has a rich history, brilliantly told

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Braithwaite, Keswick
Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge | Whinlatter Forest
Step into the wild beauty of the Lake District and experience the powerful combination of heat, cold water and nature with our Wild Sauna & Forest Plunge sessions in Whinlatter Forest.
Set high among…
Moresby, Whitehaven
Set in the present day, Gaby Gulliver, an eight-year-old child, is sent on an errand into the woods for her mum…
Gaby finds herself in another universe, a weird but wonderful world… then another, and another, as she travels on a magical journey…
Barrow-in-Furness
40 comfortable bedrooms, breakfast available daily, free on-site parking and Coast Restaurant & Lounge for relaxed dining, drinks and evening meals throughout your stay.
Brocklebank, Wigton
Wallace Lane Farm Glamping & Lodge Park offers a range of the latest luxury glamping cabins and lodges, all with parking, hot tubs and wi-fi. Pet and family friendly site.
Tide to tops....a route with everything from a beach-side spin, quiet villages and the wild and open views of the western fells.
Coniston
This National Trust wood is a wonderful place to be - right by the lake shore.
Ravenglass
Welcome to beautiful, historic Muncaster Castle, a fairytale venue for your special day. Steeped in history and set against breathtaking views, Muncaster Castle is an idyllic location for everything from intimate family gatherings to lavish…
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…
Wastwater is probably the most scenic of all the lakes. It is surrounded by mountains, Red Pike, Kirk Fell, Great Gable and Scafell Pike.
Moresby, Whitehaven
Following on fromGreenMatthews' 12 years of successful touring Christmas shows, Gaudete! is an expanded line up playing new and exciting arrangements of Chris and Sophie's popular festive fare. Featuring Emily Baineson early woodwinds and Richard…
Barrow-in-Furness
Forget the fairy tale you remember. This is the adults-only version, bursting with outrageous innuendo, shameless double entendres, and enough cheek to make even the Fairy Godmother ask you to behave.
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.
Workington
The Harrington Marina Day consists of free live music, children's entertainer, shire horses, live wood carving, fire brigade car cutting demonstration, lifeboats, ambulances, police, food and drink vendors, stallholders, sports demonstrations,…
Keswick
With jaw-dropping views down the valley over Bassenthwaite Lake and just a stones throw from Keswick, our site at Kestrel Lodge Campsite makes for an ideal location for exploring the Lake District and northern fells. A quiet, family run, 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.
Bassenthwaite
A range of engaging presentations take place daily bringing you closer to many of your favourite animals. Watch exhilarating Bird of Prey displays, educational Reptile talks and fun and interesting Lemur, Otter and Red Panda talks.
Barrow-in-Furness
An evening of music inspired by remembrance, resilience and hope, centred on the remarkable story of local composer and music director Alan Bolt.
South Street, Cockermouth
Cyclewise Cockermouth is a premier independant cycle store based in the heart of the very picturesque town of Cockermouth. The shop was opened in 2015 to compliment our mountain biking hire centre in Whinlatter Forest.
Cockermouth
Step behind the scenes with our guided tour and uncover the heritage, stories, and secrets that make Jennings so special. From our proud brewing history to the character of our beers, you’ll enjoy a memorable journey through time – finishing with a…
Cumbria
An easy scramble at the side of the spectacular Cam Spout Force is combined with a descent down the wild and remote Little Narrowcove to provide a fine crossing of Scafell Pike, England's highest mountain. Access is from the Eskdale side by a steady…
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