Location: Workington
Top Things to do in Workington
What to do and see in Workington, United Kingdom (UK): The Best Places and Tips
Workington is a town and civil parish at the mouth of the River Derwent on the west coast of Cumbria, England. Historically in Cumberland and lying in the Borough of Allerdale, Workington is 32 miles (51.5 km) southwest of Carlisle, 7 miles (11.3 km) west of Cockermouth, and 5 miles (8.0 km) southwest of Maryport. At the 2011 Census it had a population of 25,207.
Restaurants in Workington
1. Planet Play
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By msteve1010 - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
I am afraid I am no longer a fan of this play centre, the introduction of more coin operated machinery means parents end up either spending a lot more than planned or having kids pestering why they can't keep putting £ coins in slots.
One of the machines is actually a claw grab, the chances of 'grabbing' a prize are not high due to the method of packing in the cheap furry things, so you continue feeding the machine or the child walking away with nothing.
The other's are very low tech kiddie 'rocking car' types and at £1 a go simply not worth the money.
The car track is still there but for £1 the car managed only three laps of the now reduced in size track.
To cap it all there is now a 'build a bear' station to ensure more demands are placed on parents to buy an overpriced cuddly toy.
I understand wages have to be met and it is a business designed to make a profit, the funny thing is we actually spent more before the changes because we stayed the full two hours and had a couple of coffee's and very often a meal.
2. Workington Comets Speedway
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Andrew G - York
As a sport, speedway - certainly in Britain - is struggling badly. Crowds for Workington matches, as everywhere else, are in serious decline. That said, we certainly picked an entertaining meeting to drop in on to complete a sporting day trip to Cumbria. The racing was decent, the outcome undecided until the last race and Comets scored a shock win over league leaders Glasgow. Went down well with the enthusiastic locals. Derwent Park, owned by Workington Town Rugby League Football Club, isn't a particularly salubrious stadium, but that can be said for most British speedway venues. You have the choice to stand or sit. Best view is from the (standing) Terrace above the first and second bends. Food and drink available, though I sampled neither. Admission price a little on the steep side, I felt. However, my companion, who had not watched speedway since the Seventies, the sport's last golden era in Britain, really enjoyed the experience.
3. Helena Thompson Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Mark H - Maryport, United Kingdom
Our daughter had her wedding here and all I can say is it was brilliant from the moment we stepped thru the door to when we we left the unpaid volunteer staff were awesome nothing was too much trouble and whatever anyone asked for it...Morethank you so much for the lovely comments, so pleased you had a lovely day with us
4. Cogra Moss
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Nanook o - Gloucester, United Kingdom
From a small car park (10-12 cars max) take a gentle sloping wander to a gate on the right to the Reservoir.
Dogs must be kept on leads and once at the Reservoir it's a flat walk around (or a more strenuous effort can be mad taking in a Wainwright if you wish).
5. The Oval Centre
The Oval Centre is a community hub in the heart of Workington. We offer conferencing facilities at exceptional prices, have superfast WIFI and onsite catering for all events. We have a Fully licenced bar, cafe and Gym with a fully qualified instructor offering affordable personal training appointments.
