Attractions
The local area provides a number of activities, attractions and other places of interest including the following: Attractions, Activities, Pub/Restaurant, Takeaway Food, Travel, Other.
Attractions
Trotters World of Animals
Website: http://www.trottersworld.com Email: info@trottersworld.com
Address: Bassenthwaite Lake, Keswick Cumbria, CA12
4RD
Telephone: 017687 76776
Wildlife park with collection of rare and interesting animals. Primates, antelope, zebra, buffalo, reptile house and bird of prey centre.
Wordsworth House
Website: http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/main/w-vh/w-visits/w-findaplace/w-wordsworthhouse/
Address: Main Street, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9RX
Telephone: 01900 824805
The birth place of William Wordsworth. Meet the Wordsworth household. Explore the garden. Hands-on activities. Enjoy the sights, sounds and smell of a working 18thC kitchen.
Lakeland Sheep and Wool Centre
Website: http://www.ukattraction.com/cumbria+lake-district/lakeland-sheep-and-wool-centre.htm
Address: Egremont Road, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13
0QX
Telephone: 01900 822673
Live farm show including cows, sheep, dogs and geese, all displaying their working qualities. Gift shop and licensed cafe/restaurant. All weather.
Kirkgate Centre
Website: http://www.thekirkgate.com/ Email:
enquiries@thekirkgate.com
Address: The Kirkgate Centre, Cockermouth, Cumbria,
CA13 9PJ
Telephone: 01900 826448
An arts society for music, drama, cinema and lectures and a museum of local history in the former All Saints School on Kirkgate Cockermouth.
Lake District Coast Aquarium
Website: http://www.lakedistrict-coastaquarium.co.uk Email: info@ld-coastquarium.co.uk
Address: South Quay, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 8AB
Telephone: 01900 817760
Stroke the rays and touch the starfish. Cafe, gift shop, crazy gold and model boats. Tickets valid all day.
Senhouse Roman Museum
Website: http://www.senhousemuseum.co.uk/ Email:
romans@senhouse.freeserve.co.uk
Address: The Battery, Sea Brows, Maryport, Cumbria,
CA15 6JD
Telephone: 01900 816168
Roman museum overlooking the Solway Firth, houses a unique collection of Roman sculpture and altar. Part of Hadrian's Wall World Heritage Site.
The Beacon
Website: http://www.copeland.gov.uk/ms/www/thebeacon/default.htm
Address: West Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LY
Telephone: 01946 592302
The Beacon is home to Whitehaven's museum collection and traces the social, industrial and maritime history of this Georgian town. The harbour-side attraction also offers views of the coast from its fourth floor gallery, gift shop and cafe.
Rum Story
Website: http://www.rumstory.co.uk/ Email:
info@rumstory.co.uk
Address: Lowther Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28
7DN
Telephone: 01946 592933
The world's first exhibition depicting the story of the UK rum trade. Be plunged into a tropical rain forest, go on board a slave ship and much more.
Haig Colliery Mining Museum
Website: http://www.haigpit.com
Address: Solway Road, Kells, Whitehaven, Cumbria,
CA28 9BG
Situated within the former colliery site, above the cliffs
in Whitehaven. View steam engines mining artefacts and memorabilia.
Carlisle Cathedral
Website: http://www.carlislecathedral.org.uk
Email: office@carlislecathedral.org.uk
Address: Cathedral Office, 7 The Abbey, Carlisle,
Cumbria, CA3 8TZ
Telephone: 01228 547049
Cathedral dating from 1122, with fine carved wood and stonework. Stained glass from 14th to 20thC. Gift shop, restaurant and treasury exhibition.
Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery
Website: http://www.tulliehouse.co.uk Email:
enquiries@tulliehouse.co.uk
Address: Castle Street, Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8TP
Telephone: 01228 534781
At Tullie House discover thousands of years of Carlisle and Border history from prehistoric to recent times. Garden, restaurant and gift shop.
Carlisle Castle
Website: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/server.php?show=conProperty.143
Address: Carlisle, Cumbria, CA3 8UR
Telephone: 01228 591922
A massive medieval fortress founded to protect historic city of Carlisle in 1092. Hear about its role in sieges and stories about the ghastly prison.
The Sands Centre
Website: http://www.thesandscentre.co.uk
Address: Carlisle, CA1 1JQ
Telephone: 01228 625222
Leisure and exhibition centre in Carlisle.
Whinlatter Forest Park & Visitor Centre
Website: http://www.forestry.gov.uk/
Address: Braithwaite, Keswick, CA12 5TW
Telephone: 017687 78469
Visitor centre.
Cumberland Pencil Museum
Website: http://www.pencils.co.uk/
Address: Main Street, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5HG
Telephone: 017687 76326
Museum about the history of pencil making. See the world's longest coloured pencil, made in Keswick. Exhibits/film reveal 170yrs of pencil heritage.
Theatre by the Lake
Website: http://www.theatrebythelake.com Email:
enquiries@theatrebythelake.com
Address: Lakeside, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5DJ
Telephone: 017687 74698
Cumbria's only year-round theatre offers a summer season of 6 plays, a xmas show, easter production, visiting drama, music, dance, comedy and films.
Puzzling Place
Website: http://www.puzzlingplace.co.uk/
Address: Musuem Square, Kewsick
Telephone: 017687 75102
An interactive exhibition of optical illusions including holograms, artwork and our anti-gravity room. Visit our puzzle shop and puzzle area for free.
Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway
Website: http://www.ravenglass-railway.com Email:
steam@ravenglass-railway.co.uk
Address: Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1SW
Telephone: 01229 717171
Heritage steam engines haul open-top and cosy covered carriages from the lake district costal village of Ravenglass to the foot of England's highest mountain.
Muncaster Castle
Website: http://www.muncaster.co.uk
Address: Ravenglass, Cumbria, CA18 1RQ
Telephone: 01229 717614
Castle, gardens, owl centre and meadow vole maze, cafe, shops, plant centre. Darkest Muncaster winter weekends.
Sellafield Visitors Centre
Website: www.go-experimental.com
Address: Sellafield, Seascale, Cumbria, CA20 1PG
Telephone: 01946 727027
Get switched on, explore the world of Sellafield, electricity generation through exhibits, interactive features and stimulating presentations.
Isel Hall
Website: http://www.visitcumbria.com/cm/iselhall.htm
Address: Cockermouth, CA13 0GB
Jennings Brewery Tour
Website: http://www.jenningsbrewery.co.uk/
Address: The Castle Brewery, Cockermouth, Cumbria,
CA13 9NE
Telephone: 01900 821011
Linskeldfield Tarn – Nature Reserve
Website: http://www.linskeldfieldtarn.co.uk
Email: info@linskeldfieldtarn.co.uk
Address: Linskeldfield Farm, Isel, Cockermouth,
Cumbria, CA13 9SR
Telephone: 01900 822136
Linskeldfield Tarn is a superb nature reserve tucked away amidst rolling farmland in North Cumbria – the Lake District, with the magnificent mountain of Skiddaw as its backdrop.
Mirehouse
Website: http://www.mirehouse.com Email: info@mirehouse.com
Address: Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4QE
Telephone: 017687 72287
Mirehouse is a family run historic house open to visitors to enjoy its strong literary connections, live piano music and children's activities.
Activities
Newlands Adventure Centre
Website: www.activity-centre.com Email: info@activity-centre
Address: Stair, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5UF
Telephone: 017687 78463
Accept Credit Cards? Yes
Pet Friendly? No
Set in the peaceful and unspoilt Newlands Valley, surrounded by the Northern Fells. Newlands is probably the longest established Outdoor Centre in the UK. Day activities & part day activities available.
Gilcrux Springs Trout Farm
Email: gilbert-pike@ntlworld.com
Address: Gilcrux, Nr Cockermouth, Cumbria
Telephone: 016973 22488
Accept Credit Cards? No
Pet Friendly?
Fishing ponds; contact Gilbert for details
West Coast Indoor Karting
Website: www.westcoastkarting.co.uk Email: info@westcoastkarting.co.uk
Address: Solway Trading Estate, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 8NF
Telephone: 01900 816472
Accept Credit Cards? Yes
Pet Friendly? No
Open Tue - Fri: 1pm - 10pm, Sat & Sun: 10am - 10pm. Age restrictions apply please phone first.
Keswick Leisure Pool & Fitness Centre
Website: www.allerdale.gov.uk/
Address: Station Road, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 4NE
Telephone: 017687 72760
Accept Credit Cards? No
Pet Friendly? No
Over 15 swimmers one goes free Cash or cheque with card. Open 7 days Gym available no need to book.
Rydal Mount Riding Centre
Email: routledl@aol.com
Address: Rydal Mount Equestrian Centre, Gilcrux, Wigton , Cumbria, CA7 2QD
Telephone: 016973 22889
Accept Credit Cards? No
Pet Friendly? No
Can arrange hacks and lessons for all abilities (Handy for Big White House accommodation).
Low Farm Riding Centre
Website: www.lowfarmriding.co.uk Email: jaynewhitfield@btconnect.com
Address: Threapland, Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7 2EJ
Telephone: 016973 21846
Accept Credit Cards? Yes
Pet Friendly? No
Booking essential.
Holiday Plans Cumbria
Email: Dbsholplans@aol.com
Address: Middle Croft Plumbland, Aspatria, Cumbria, CA7 2EZ
Telephone: 016973 21999
Accept Credit Cards? No
Pet Friendly? No
Guided walks, itinerary planning, events listings and notes for self guided walks.
Derwent Water Marina
Website: http://www.derwentwatermarina.co.uk/ Email: info@derwentwatermarina.co.uk
Address: Portinscale, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5RF
Telephone: 017687 72912
Accept Credit Cards? Yes
Pet Friendly? Yes
Various outdoor activities water and land based eg. water sports, boat hire, guided walks, sailing and climbing.
Cockermouth Leisure Centre
Website: http://www.allerdale.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=624
Address: Castle Gate Drive, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9JR
Telephone: 01900 823596
Accept Credit Cards? Yes
Pet Friendly? No
Credit cards accepted not American express. Pool can be privately hired on Sunday 1-2pm for £52 per hour. Changing rooms recently refurbished (now communal).
Adventure Cycling
Website: www.adventurecycling.co.uk Email: steve@adventurecycling.co.uk
Address: 13 Meadow Croft, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 8EH
Telephone: 07736816700
Accept Credit Cards? No
Pet Friendly? No
Guided rides at your own pace.
Ventures West Boat Trips & RIB Rides
Website: http://www.ventureswest.co.uk
Address: 66 Furnace Lane, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15
6DQ
Sailing and Powerboat centre offering a range of adventure and training activities at Maryport Harbour.
Keswick Climbing Wall & Activity Centre
Website: www.keswickclimbingwall.co.uk Email: info@keswickclimbingwall.co.uk
Address: Behind pencil factory Keswick, Southey Hill, Keswick, CA12 5NR
Telephone: 017687 72000
Accept Credit Cards? No
Pet Friendly? Yes depends on activity
Can arrange activity days for 10-18 people. Open 7 days 10am - 9pm
Rookin House Activity Centre
Website: www.rookinhouse.co.uk Email: deborah@rookinhouse.co.uk
Address: Rookin House Centre, Troutbeck, Penrith, CA11 0SS
Telephone: 017684 83561
Accept Credit Cards? No
Pet Friendly? No
Rookin House Farm is an established adventure venue and offers a wide variety of outdoor activities.
Pubs/Restaurants
Caspian Flame Grill
Address: Derwent Drive, Derwent Howe Ind Est, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3YW
Telephone: 01900 63397
Accept Credit Cards? Yes
Pet Friendly? No
Kebabs, Flame Grill, Pizza Vegetarian Choice, Pasta. Booking Essential at weekends.
The Sun Inn
Address: The Sun Inn, Bassenthwaite, Cumbria, CA12 4QP
Telephone: 017687 76439
Accept Credit Cards? Yes
Pet Friendly? Yes
Traditional village pub homemade food open 7 days a week serving food: 12 noon - 2pm & 6pm - 8.45pm advisable to book. Cash back facility available.
Masons Arms
Address: Gilcrux, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 2QX
Telephone: 016973 20765
Accept Credit Cards? Yes
Pet Friendly? Pets welcome in a limited area
Traditional pub food also grills & exotic grills vegi choice. Opening hrs; Mon - Sat: 11:00 - 3:00 / 6:00 - 12:00, Sun: 12:00 - 3:00 / 6:30 - 11:30. FOOD hrs; Mon - Sat: 11:30 - 2:30 / 6:30 - 9:00, Sun: 12:00 - 2:00 / 6:30 - 9:00. Beer Garden
Greyhound Inn
Address: Bothel, Wigton, Cumbria, CA7 2HS
Telephone: 016973 20601
Accept Credit Cards? Yes
Pet Friendly? No
Traditional pub food booking essential at weekends. Closed Mon - Fri lunch. Serving Food; Mon - Fri evening: 6pm -8pm, Sat & Sun lunch: 12noon - 2pm and Sat & Sun evening: 6pm - 9pm
Kirkstyle Inn
Website: www.kirkstile.com Email: info@kirkstile.com
Address: Lowsewater, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0RU
Telephone: 01900 85219
Accept Credit Cards? Yes
Pet Friendly? Yes but not between 6 -10.30pm
Traditional pub food all home cooked brew own beer good wine list booking essential.
Takeaway Food
Taste Of India
Address: 4-5 Headford Court, Main Street, Cockermouth, CA13 9UL
Telephone: 01900 822880- 827844
Accept Credit Cards? Yes
Pet Friendly? No
Takeaway and restaurant. Fri & Sat: booking advisable. Will del/ arrange taxi.
Diamond Chinese Takeaway
Address: 78 Lorton Street, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9RH
Telephone: 01900 826694
Accept Credit Cards? No
Pet Friendly? No
Open Tue - Sun: 5.30 -10.30. Takeaway. No delivery service.
Travel
J & M Travel
Address: Sinekeld Main Street, Dearham, Cumbria, CA15 7HT
Telephone: 01900 815229
Accept Credit Cards? No
Pet Friendly? No
1 car seats 4 people, price varies dependent on time of day: £1.50 per mile up to 6pm, £2 mile 6-12pm, £3 per mile after 12pm, can arrange tours.
Cockermouth Taxis
Address: 17 Grassmoor Avenue, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9AF
Telephone: 01900 826649
Accept Credit Cards? No
Pet Friendly? No
Other
Blockbuster Video Hire
Website: www.blockbuster.co.uk
Address: 70 Main St, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 9LU
Telephone: 01900 827909
Accept Credit Cards? Yes
Pet Friendly? n/a
Must join as members, and will need holiday booking confirmation letter as proof of where people are staying and some identification. Free to join.
