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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.
Brought to you by the National Trust for the Festival of Archaeology. Take in the views and learn…
Join us at The Beacon Portal for a beginners half day glass fusing course. Learn a new skill and…
Rosehill's Comedy Club brings you some of the country's best touring comics. And our beer & burger…
Enjoy a fish & chip supper and a return evening train ride up the Eskdale valley. Your ticket…
Ulverston International Music Festival Celebrity Recital: Jennifer Pike & Martin Roscoe Jennifer…
Join retired Millwright Martin Watts for this fascinating illustrated talk spanning his 50 year…
Enchanting evenings of music in the forest, with floor spots, special guests and an informal…
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Are you ready to immerse yourself in a world of blossoms, creativity, and camaraderie? Welcome to…
Join Handpicked Productions to create weird and wonderful paper cup puppets. Think about the…
Celebrating the end of the Music Festival's 20th Anniversary - join us for a tea party with a twist…
Ian Wright directs Wigton Choral Society and invited soloists in a celebration of the 200th…
Gavin Webster, a stand up comedian of over 30 years is on tour to share his jokes, routines and set…
Gilbert & Sullivan aficionados will be delighted to see the return of Musical Theatre & Charles…
A Little Angel Theatre, The Lowry and Rose Theatre co-production Charlie Cook's Favourite…
The full Beaver Moon is symbolised by busy beavers, preparing for the winter months ahead. It is…
Whitehaven Harbour Saturday 31 August 11-5 pm The festival will once again feature live promenade…
With the legendary artistic twists that both Robert and Toyah are renowned for, they'll perform…
Don't Go Into The Cellar presents THE WAR OF THE WORLDS The chances of anything coming from Mars…
Here Comes The Girls - 3 of the top female tributes in the UK for one night and with a pie and pea…
This event will bring together businesses, charities, organisations and individuals who all have…
The Railway welcomes a first visit from Bluey and Bingo. Personal appearances from Bluey and Bingo…
Bring the whole family and join in a free and easy day of fun with balance bikes, volleyball,…
In this workshop, we'll explore the art of crafting stunning wreaths that capture the charm and…
Cumbria Year of the Coast 2023
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Various locations in Cumbria
Tailor made self guided, walking, cycling and touring holidays with luxury and classic accommodation showing you the hidden gems of the area.
Great cycling activities for all the family in the Lake District and Cumbria. With mountains and valleys, miles of mature forest, endless lake and coastal shores, the landscape of Cumbria makes an amazing place to go cycling.
SEASCALE
St Mary's has been an important religious site since the 8th century.
Workington
Stone circle is now incomplete and has a modern wall cutting through it, incorporating one stone. Eleven others survive, some only a few inches high.
Loweswater
Discover the peace and quiet of Holme Wood, a mixed woodland of alder, oak, lime, chestnut, ash and sycamore.
Cumbria
The Cumbria Way runs through the heart of the Lake District, from the attractive market town of Ulverston on the shores of Morecambe Bay, to the historic city of Carlisle close to the Scottish Border, passing through some of the finest scenery of…
Beginning at the Maritime Museum in Maryport, the walk climbs the sea brows yielding spectacular views of the historic town and the wide Solway Firth beyond. The route meanders to the north into the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty,…
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…
Nr Bassenthwaite Lake
The award-winning Lakes Distillery Company opened in December 2014 in The Lake District National Park with the vision of producing a world class single malt whisky and a global brand that is recognised and respected around the world
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.
SEASCALE
The smallest church near the deepest lake and the highest mountain in England.
Between the high fells of the Lake District and the sands of Morecambe Bay lies the unspoilt landscape of Furness. This walk guides you along
ancient paths and byways through a landscape shaped by monks and merchantmen, by fishermen and shipbuilders…
Cumbria
Leave the tarmac of urban running far behind and explore incredible landscapes only accessible on foot. With flexible itineraries to suit any pace, reliable daily luggage transfers and comfortable accommodation, our holidays provide complete peace…
WORKINGTON
The church was designed by Edward Welby Pugin (son of Augustus Welby Pugin) and built between 1873 - 1876 to replace a chapel in the grounds which now forms part of St Joseph's High School.
Conishead Priory, Ulverston
Peaceful and inspiring Buddhist Temple, amazing Romantic Gothic mansion, relaxing café, gift shop and book store. Bring a picnic. Six minute woodland walk to beach.
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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Our cycling holidays are a unique way to discover Cumbria. Designed with the thoughtful traveller in mind, we aim to show you the hidden gems of the Lake District and also offer the option of electric bikes.
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.
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.
Cumbria
This modest mountain occupies an important position at the head of the Buttermere valley and is surrounded by a diverse and interesting range of peaks. To the south is the towering crags of the Pillar range whilst to the north is the slightly…
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