Location: Cockermouth
Top Things to do in Cockermouth
10 Sights & Landmarks in Cockermouth That You Shouldn't Miss
Cockermouth /ˈkɒkərməθ/ is an ancient market town and civil parish in the Borough of Allerdale in Cumbria, England, so named because it is at the confluence of the River Cocker as it flows into the River Derwent. The mid-2010 census estimates state that Cockermouth has a population of 8,204, increasing to 8,761 at the 2011 Census.
Restaurants in Cockermouth
1. Wordsworth House and Garden
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4.5 based on 490 reviews
This 18th-century Georgian town house was the birthplace and childhood residence of the English poet William Wordsworth.
Reviewed By Stephen51 - Lytham St Anne's, United Kingdom
We have been promising ourselves to visit Wordsworth House for years and finally got round to it last week before it closed for the Winter. What a great place for both children and adults alike. The staff, all dressed in period costume were extremely entertaining offering samples that had been made in the kitchen to authentic Georgian recipes and entertaining the children with stories of life as a servant. The dining room is set with authentic food, once again made in the kitchen, and looks as if the residents have just finished their meal and left the room. There is also a wonderful Harpsichord in the drawing room, which was made in the 21st Century and has a beautiful sound. The gardens were also a must see although we realised that they would be much better in the Summer season. A Great place for all ages with plenty of play opportunities for children and adults alike!
2. St Michael's Church-Isel Church
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By no1pinkpanther - Maryport, United Kingdom
Situated beside the River Derwent, close to the grounds of Isel Hall, this church dates from around 1130AD. Two Norman arches survive, in addition to four Norman windows. The oddities that have also endured from the past include an early stone staircase ambiguously set in the wall below an early window near the pulpit, what was it for? Several historical wall plaques, table and chest tombs can be found inside and four intriguing sundials are carved into the outside wall. The pre Conquest name of St Michael, and fragments of crosses on display inside the church, indicate the presence of a church on this site before Norman times. Here, by the River Derwent (the river of oak trees), not far from the Roman fort of Derventio at Papcastle, a village community worked and worshiped under the influence of the Christian ethic until the arrival of the Normans.
3. Isel Hall
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4.5 based on 15 reviews
4. Cockermouth History Wall
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4.5 based on 45 reviews
5. St James’ Church
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4.5 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Borninbournemouth
Me and my husband started our walk from this gorgeous little church right next to Robinson path and loved that there were Herrick sheep roaming free
6. Newlands Pass
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4.0 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Q2839XGroyt - Wolsingham, United Kingdom
Trip done on a Motorcycle. From Braithwaite take Newlands Road to Buttermere taking in fantastic Views to the Waterfall at the top of the pass then dropping down into Buttermere. You will encounter narrow roads and 20% inclines so not advisable for wide vehicles and if you can't reverse. Although there are a few places where you can pull off road to take photo's. At the T junction at Buttermere take the left turn which takes you along the Honister pass again with narrow roads with fantastic rock formations lakes & spectacular views . At the top of the pass is the Honister Slate Museum with Cafe and outdoor activities you then carry on through Borrowdale Valley past Derwent Water and on to Keswick.This makes a most enjoyable day out if done on a sunny day not so good when wet!
7. St. Bridget's Church
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3.5 based on 3 reviews
8. The Greenway (Old Railway Footpath)
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3.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By FranW-haven - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Park at Aldi, at the west of the town and before or after shopping in the store; find the beginning of the old railway footpath at the rear of the building. This was the main railway line between Workington in West Cumbria and Penrith; a well fought to keep facility in the 1970's by several of my teachers and many other caring people. Sadly, the line was closed and what remains is a thoughtful, fun footpath with some clever pieces of metal art and local historical information at different stages along the one mile route; running along the southern side of the town centre. Great for children, cyclists, dog walkers and anyone who wants to unwind from a busy schedule of work.
9. Cockermouth Castle
10. St Bridget's Church
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
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