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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.
Since her first solo work manifested in 2018, Alison Cotton has quietly become one of the UK's most…
The Hay O' Trail is a 6km multi terrain race. Runners leave the grounds of Cockermouth School,…
We welcome the incredible Pet Encounters team who will teach you about their beautiful animals,…
Cartmel Art Society are pleased to be opening their 2024 Summer Art & Craft Exhibition at Cartmel…
The Festival's resident string players look forward to performing a rich and beautiful mix of…
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Get ready to sing your heart out and spread joy with Cathy Marcangelo.
Don't Go Into The Cellar presents THE WAR OF THE WORLDS The chances of anything coming from Mars…
The Cumbria Steam Gathering takes place annually over the last weekend in July. Our home since 1986…
A women's cacao ceremony in the forest to honour Yule, the Winter Solstice. Celebrating the…
The full Grain moon marks the beginning of super moon season, where the moon is at her closest to…
Brought to you by the National Trust for the Festival of Archaeology. Come and join us for a rare…
2 multi terrain runs following for most parts the Cumbrian coastal path
Cartmel Priory is the majestic setting for our choral concert, with a performance of Fauré's…
Collect 10 different pebbles from the beach and bring them to the Hub for our experts to identify…
Are you yearning for a weekend adventure? Are you a cycling enthusiast or a dedicated trail running…
The amazing cast of the Whitehaven Theatre Group roll out there latest hilarious new productions,…
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Returning for a third time Bob Drury brings his remarkable Viva Neil Diamond - Unplugged show back…
After exploring the house and getting into the spirit of a Georgian All Hallows Eve, get creative…
A celebration of diversity and inclusion. Parade, performers, stalls and workshops. All free. …
On arrival you will be greeted with a Shed One Fancy Frolic gin and tonic before being guided…
Join us for an immersive experience in the art of hand-brewed coffee. In this workshop, we'll…
The full Hunters' moon, is named for the hunting our ancestors would have done at this time of…
Cumbria Year of the Coast 2023
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This short ride has a bit of everything- the delights of Cartmel with its Priory, lovely square and range of cafes, pubs and restaurants, a chance to walk to the end of Humphrey Head for spectacular views of Morecambe Bay...
Haverigg, Millom
Haverigg beach on Cumbria’s west coast sees shingle turn to sand as you walk further from the mainland, offering the kind of damp sand that’s perfect for sandcastle building.
Millom
Hodbarrow Nature Reserve is a coastal lagoon and area of grassland which is located on the site of a former iron mine on the west coast of Cumbria, close to the town of Millom.
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