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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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Bassenthwaite
Country pub located in the heart of Bassenthwaite Village. Large beer garden with views of Skiddaw. Serving excellent food and real ales. Dog friendly. Awarded CAMRA Summer Pub of the Season 2023.
Maryport
Small family run artisan bakery.
Maryport
Newly refurbished friendly pub, now serving food, welcoming locals and tourists.
Millom
Welcome to the home of the Traditional Cumberland Sausage and a much-acclaimed family business that has even supplied goods to royalty.
Egremont
Master Indian vegetarian dishes like dosas and curries. Perfect for all skill levels, enjoy a cultural dining experience while learning sustainable, healthy cooking practices.
Whitehaven
Moresby Hall is an historic Grade 1 listed building offering fantastic food and accommodation on the outskirts of Whitehaven.
Cockermouth
Originally an 18th Century Lakeland farm house, Embleton Spa Hotel is a relaxed, informal hotel with bar, restaurant and delightful en-suite rooms and apartments.
Holmrook
The Bridge Inn, once a modest mail coach halt, is now a fine, well-situated, comfortable country pub and hotel, offering hospitality to all travellers and visitors. The Bridge Inn is also pet-friendly, and you are welcome to take your pet anywhere…
Whitehaven
Fine Wine & Coffee Merchant
Allonby
On farm vending machines, open 24/7. Selling fresh farm milk, shakes cheeses and more. Reusable glass bottles available to buy or bring your own to fill.
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