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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.
Art in the forest! Painting from nature. This session is designed for slightly older children who…
Dive into the fundamentals as we delve into the art of flower conditioning, care, and storage. This…
With the legendary artistic twists that both Robert and Toyah are renowned for, they'll perform…
Whitehaven Harbour Saturday 31 August 11-5 pm The festival will once again feature live promenade…
Celebrate the energy of the winter solstice with forest bathing in the beautiful Whinlatter forest.…
Join us for our accessible rock climbing weekend! We spend a morning indoors, ensuring you have a…
Competitive cycle race and family fun cycling event
Mini family-friendly festival of theatre, craft, music and fun! Free for all.
Our debut at Cartmel Priory – a magnificent setting for two large-scale choral works – marks…
Join retired Millwright Martin Watts for this fascinating illustrated talk spanning his 50 year…
This programme for lute and soprano is a celebration of love in all its forms, where poetry and…
In this workshop, we'll explore the art of crafting stunning wreaths that capture the charm and…
Ian Wright directs Wigton Choral Society and invited soloists in a celebration of the 200th…
After finally solving the mystery of his existence and true identity in Work of the Devil, Simon…
Meet talking rocks, find sunken trinkets and explore quarry portals at Signal Film and Media's next…
A Little Angel Theatre, The Lowry and Rose Theatre co-production Charlie Cook's Favourite…
Cumberlandia is a new grass roots folk weekend in west Cumbria from 16th – 18th August 2024, with…
Following the success of Crime Viral's sell out UK serial killer tour - research psychologist and…
Wheels Int Lakes are hosting our very 1st Automotive event on 11th August at Rowrah Go Kart Track.…
Choose between the 60km or 99km routes starting just outside Keswick. The route takes us into…
Join Jessie McMeekin as she tells tales by the kitchen fire to horrify and delight you. This event…
Join our crafty team in the Visitor Centre for free drop in craft activities. A great way to finish…
The Whopper is a 6hr or 12hr looped trail race set within Whinlatter forest. Each loop is…
We welcome the Royal Northern Sinfonia back to Ulverston. Anthony Hewitt will perform Mozart's G…
Cumbria Year of the Coast 2023
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Lindal in Furness
Rhinos, Tigers, Giraffes, Lions and Bears living in the heart of the Lake District….this is something you need to see for yourself!
Eskdale
Hardknott Roman Fort is one of the most dramatically sited and remote Roman forts in Britain. It measures just three-acres and the fort at Hardknott enjoyed command of the Eskdale Valley and the Roman road to Ravenglass.
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.
Grange-over-Sands
Cartmel Priory has been described as the medieval jewel among churches, making a lasting impression on the visitor, standing over the village and giving an idea of the way early priories must have dominated their surroundings.
Bassenthwaite
An unique opportunity for anyone over 16 years old. After enjoying a Bird of Prey flying display on the park your experience will begin. Our falconer will teach you how to recall and hold the birds and we start with an owl. Following this we move…
Ulverston
The Coro is an historic arts, culture and entertainment venue presenting Theatre, Music, Comedy, Community, Talks and Dance all year round in Ulverston, Cumbria at the edge of the Lake District.
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7 reviewsBoot
Ghyll Scrambling for adventurers! The ultimate all-day adventure - not for the faint-hearted!
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458 reviewsBraithwaite, 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.
Nr Seascale
Three circles and nine small cairns. The south circle is 104' across, the north-west is 72' with a low central cairn. The third is immediately north of the second, it is 24' across and also encloses a small cairn.
Cockermouth
Join us for an evening of intrigue and opulence aboard the Orient Express! Our Murder Mystery nights really are like no other. Seated on our stunning steam train and surrounded by 1930’s decor, you will be transported to an era gone by whilst the…
Ulverston
Our famous glass blowing experiences are back. Experience first-hand and close up, the extreme temperatures required to transform sand into glass and learn some of the 2000 year old skills first developed by the ancient Romans. During this…
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216 reviewsULVERSTON
Explore this landscape of contrasts - the soaring red sandstone ruins of Furness Abbey and the industrial heritage of Barrow, all rounded off with a spot of island hopping.
Set in the south-west of the region the Duddon Valley is remote, unspoilt and one of the most idyllic valleys of the Lake District.
Sandside Rd, Carnforth
E-bike hire covering the Morecambe Bay and South Lakes area. A brand-new way to explore the magnificent landscape in a sustainable and fun way.
Cockermouth
A unique and special cafe experience on board the replica Orient Express train and restored station buildings, with a level-access path along the former platform and through woodland teeming with wildlife. Serving interesting and fresh cafe food,…
Barrow-in-Furness
Now a ruin, Furness Abbey was once the second most powerful Cistercian monastery in Britain, after Fountains Abbey in Yorkshire.
The loop begins by skirting along the edge of the fells with dramatic and atmospheric views over the valleys of the River Keekle and Dub Beck to distant villages and the rearing hills beyond.
Eskdale Valley, Boot
West Lakes Adventure is based at the Woolpack Farm in the Eskdale Valley at the heart of the Western Lake District, with easy access to Wastwater and Scafell Pike we really could not be better placed to provide a wide range of exciting outdoor…
Cumbria
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.
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