England Coast Path

Trail·CumbriaMentioned by The Guardian
England Coast Path
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“From the Scottish Border to the Welsh Border this stretch of coast is a journey of contrasts From the Scottish border to the Welsh border this section of the King Charles III England Coast Path skirts the western edge of the Lake District, taking you from saltmarshes teeming with wildlife, Roman…”
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The GuardianAug 26

Walking on the edge: a three-day hike along Cumbria’s rugged, overlooked coast

In the shadow of the crowded Lake District, this quiet coast path offers great views, breathtaking nature and a striking new hotel on the historic waterfront What’s the edgiest region in the UK? I don’t mean in the sense of sketchy or fashionable, but where on the map of these four nations feels most at the margins of everywhere else? For my money, the north Cumbrian coast is a strong contender…

A national trail along the coast.

12 things in this story
  • England Coast PathTrailA national trail along the coast.
  • Elsewhere
  • Cumbrian Coast LinePlaceMaryport, United KingdomTrain line that meets the seashore at Maryport.
  • Senhouse museumMuseumMaryport, United KingdomBoasts Britain’s largest collection of Roman altars.
  • LS Lowry trailTrailMaryport, United KingdomTakes in places he painted.
  • Hunday Manor hotelHotelWorkington, United KingdomSuperb views over the coast and back to the fells.
  • The BeaconMuseumWhitehaven, United KingdomOne of the UK’s finest and most rejuvenating town museums.
  • Howling Wolf Bakery and cafeRestaurantWhitehaven, United KingdomServes delicious cakes, toasties and coffee.
  • ZestRestaurantWhitehaven, United KingdomHarbourside Restaurant in the beautifulGeorgian coastal town of Whitehaven, Cumbria…
  • The Edge hotelHotelWhitehaven, United KingdomCreated as a base for coastal activities.
  • St Bees HeadSightSt Bees, United KingdomViews of spectacular coves, secret beaches and sheer cliffs.
  • Coast to Coast National TrailTrailSt Bees, United KingdomA recently inaugurated national trail.
  • The PeddlerRestaurantWhitehaven, United Kingdom
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