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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…

One of the UK’s finest and most rejuvenating town museums.

12 things in this story
  • The BeaconMuseumOne of the UK’s finest and most rejuvenating town museums.
  • Howling Wolf Bakery and cafeRestaurantServes delicious cakes, toasties and coffee.
  • ZestRestaurantHarbourside Restaurant in the beautifulGeorgian coastal town of Whitehaven, Cumbria…
  • The Edge hotelHotelCreated as a base for coastal activities.
  • The PeddlerRestaurant
  • Elsewhere
  • England Coast PathTrailCumbria, United KingdomA national trail along the coast.
  • 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.
  • 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.
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