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2023 is the Year of the Coast - a year-long calendar of events and activities to shine a spotlight on our coastal heritage and give visitors a chance to discover new, less-explored areas. The Lake District, Cumbria is celebrated for lakes, mountains and incredible scenery but it also proudly boasts an epic coastline, from Morecambe Bay and the Furness Peninsula in the south to the Solway Firth in the north.
A visit to the Cumbrian Coast offers a great day out or an action-packed holiday for all the family. Also perfect for a romantic break, a trip with friends or solo exploring.
In a recent visitor survey by Cumbria Tourism, 94% of respondents said they felt a boost to their general health and wellbeing during their visit. The Cumbrian Coast is the place to get outdoors and enjoy the fresh air. Walk along the promenade at one of our seaside towns and villages or take an exhilarating run along the beach. You could even indulge in a spot of forest bathing.
For history buffs explore Roman baths and forts or discover the fascinating story of the area’s spice trade; not forgetting historic castles, stately homes and steam trains.
If you are seeking that feeling of getting back to nature the Cumbrian Coast is home to nature reserves, Areas Of Outstanding Natural Beauty, nature-rich mudflats, sand dunes and beaches. There is plenty of wildlife too including the rare Natterjack Toad. If you are lucky you may even see a seal pup on your visit.
For an exhilarating bike ride the Cumbrian Coast features cycle routes with sea views. Whatever your age, interest or ability there is fun to be had on two wheels.
Notable highlights include St Bees Head with towering red sandstone cliffs looming above the crashing waves and the sandy beach below. Here you will find one of the largest sea bird colonies in the North West, with their bustling communities highly active here in the Spring and Summer months.
The bustling harbour at Whitehaven is well-worth a visit and there is no better way to enjoy fish and chips than sitting on the front at Arnside watching the world go by.
Take a look at the Cumbrian Coastal Route, a 200 mile tour which has been designed to inspire you to explore this captivating and unique area.
Choose between the 60km or 99km routes starting just outside Keswick. The route takes us into…
Join our experienced, knowledgeable Ranger as they lead you around our amazing WOW Trail! The Wow…
Are you yearning for a weekend adventure? Are you a cycling enthusiast or a dedicated trail running…
On arrival you will be greeted with a Shed One Fancy Frolic gin and tonic before being guided…
Brought to you by the National Trust for Geo Week. Come and join us for a rare opportunity to visit…
Velo Retro is ready for its 10th anniversary year. The only retro and vintage cycling event in the…
The Telling presents I, Spie Centred around an extraordinary letter written by Renaissance…
A women's cacao ceremony in the forest to honour Yule, the Winter Solstice. Celebrating the…
Ulverston Methodist Church is a warm and inviting venue to usher in some eclectic late night music.…
Celebrate the energy of the winter solstice with forest bathing in the beautiful Whinlatter forest.…
The full Cold moon illuminates our deepest desires with her magical bright light. Whilst the world…
Visit William and Dorothy Wordsworth's childhood home and enjoy some much-loved poems around the…
One man, one monster, one glorious dream to singlehandedly tell the most famous cult horror story…
Here Comes The Girls - 3 of the top female tributes in the UK for one night and with a pie and pea…
A fascinating programme of works for piano by Liszt and Robert & Clara Schumann. We welcome back…
Join us for our accessible rock climbing weekend! We spend a morning indoors, ensuring you have a…
The summer Whitehaven Flower Club Gala returns with even more beautiful arrangements and top advice…
Join retired Millwright Martin Watts for this fascinating illustrated talk spanning his 50 year…
In 2024 we're teaming up with the National Trust Rangers at Sandscale Haws to offer a unique guided…
Rossini Overture, The Barber of Seville Tchaikovsky Souvenir de Florence Bizet…
The show where every child gets a present from Santa! What magic is hidden inside Santa's…
Arvo Pärt Summa Bach Concerto for Two Violins in D minor*# Grieg Holberg Suite Piazzolla Four…
Hollywood in the 1940's. The most glamorous place on earth. Corny Brothers studios is delighted to…
A day "OUT" in Ulverston. Come as you are and be Celebrated. with Live entertainment and Family…
Cumbria Year of the Coast 2023
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Cumbria
From Bootle village, nestling between the fells and coastal plain, climb out onto the broad flank of the fells above. The sky, sea and fells meet at far horizons and the views are breathtaking.
Barrow-in-Furness
Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the social and industrial history of the Furness area. The museum is a great day out for all with a popular playground, attractive Channelside walks, cafe…
Barrow-in-Furness
Set in 45 acres, Barrow's award-winning park provides the perfect place to stroll on sunny afternoons. Barrow Park..... always something going on, always something growing on!
Millom
Originally know as Sunkenkirk, consists of 50 stones at the foot of Black Combe. Access is via a long farm track from a minor road branching off the A595. Well worth the walk!
Braithwaite, Keswick
Based at the head of England's best trail centre, the Altura trail in Whinlatter Forest, Keswick. A well stocked trail centre bike shop offering premium bike hire, fast repairs and premium road and mountain bike sales. We also offer guiding and…
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154 reviewsWIGTON
Caught in the Anglo Scottish wars of the 14th century, a good bit of luck followed the Dissolution of the Monasteries for this church, when the local people successfully petitioned Thomas Cromwell to allow them to continue to use the church.
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…
Whicham, Valley, Millom
The ultimate horse riding experience in the stunning Cumbria. We are UK's only specialised heavy horse riding establishment! We are a small, professional, family run Equestrian Centre unique in the use of our magnificent heavy horse breeds.
Cumbria
This is another challenging route, from the beautiful high mountain valley of Wasdle to Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England.
Not a light undertaking with some challenging climbing, particularly the infamous Walna Scar Road.
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.
Eskdale Valley
Experience canoeing on one of the Lake Districts most remote and impressive lakes and take a journey on the deepest lake in England taking in the views of the Scafell Massif.
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.
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.
Newby Bridge
Join us on one of our favourite forest wanders exploring Chapel House, certainly one of the best pieces of commercial forestry in the South Lakes.
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54 reviewsGrange-over-Sands
Experience the thrill of an after-dark adventure and discover how nocturnal creatures make the world their own once the sun goes down.
Wastwater is probably the most scenic of all the lakes. It is surrounded by mountains, Red Pike, Kirk Fell, Great Gable and Scafell Pike.
A beautiful route of 197 miles, linking three National Parks over high level traverse. Stretching from St Bees on the west coast, to Robin Hood’s Bay in the east, the Coast to Coast route was originally devised by Alfred Wainwright, who said “Surely…
Great Gable is a mountain of perfect proportions so much so that it was chosen as the motif for the Lake District National Park.
Whitehaven
Situated on Whitehaven's attractive harbour side, The Beacon is home to interactive science, games and history.
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