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West Cumbria is well and truly open for business! Most areas were unaffected by the November floods and those which were are getting back on their feet and gearing up for visitors.
WEST CUMBRIA BOUNCES BACK!
Read the special Cumbria Life supplement showcasing the flood recovery in West Cumbria by clicking here
Below are details by town on other tourism businesses waiting to welcome visitors with a nice Tea or Toddie or something else to eat.
Cockermouth: Although some parts of this market town were badly damaged by the floods, there are still many businesses open and trading. For more details on establishments that are open for food & drink in Cockermouth, please click here For details on Shops open, click here or contact the TIC on cockermouthtic@co-net.com
After the floods of 2009, Wordsworth House will re-open its doors to the public on Saturday 13 March. Visitors can now enjoy this atmospheric place, now open on Sundays - to discover how life was in the 1770s for young William and his sister Dorothy. Look out for ‘conservation in action’ as the property team continue to restore the garden to its former glory – the spring bulbs are already showing through. The house will host a new exhibition ‘A Force of Nature’ illustrating how the floods affected the staff and the town of Cockermouth – we expect this to be very popular. Look out for their events programme packed with poetry readings, talks and tastings, and garden tours and events, including an evening with Poet Laureate, Carol Anne Duffy.
Egremont: All businesses in this traditional market town are open as normal. For details click here or contact the TIC on lowescourt@btconnect.com
Keswick: Nestled on the shores of Derwentwater, Keswick has a wide array of shops, restaurants and galleries. The businesses of Keswick have been largely unaffected by the floods, and all of them are open for business. For more information please see www.keswick.org or contact the TIC on keswicktic@lake-district.gov.uk
Maryport: This delightful unspoilt town with a proud maritime heritage is ready to welcome visitors and help them enjoy their visit. For more details please contact Maryport TIC on info@thewavemaryport.co.uk
Millom: Sitting by the Duddon River Estuary with Black Combe Fell on its doorstep, the former fishing village of Millom is a small coastal town which has a varied history. For more details see www.millom.org.uk or contact the TIC on tic@copelandbc.gov.uk
Silloth: A Victorian seaside town with fabulous views out over the Solway Firth which plays host to an array of festivals and
events throughout the year. All businesses are open. Fore more details please contact the TIC on sillothtic@allerdale.gov.uk
Whitehaven: This harbour town wasn't directly affected by the floods, and all businesses are open and ready to welcome you. For more details on businesses in Whitehaven contact the TIC on tic@copelandbc.gov.uk
Wigton: Melvyn Bragg is Wigton's most famous son. He grew up in the Blackamoor pub where you can still enjoy a pint after exploring the town - there are lots of interesting features to discover.
Workington: An ancient market and industrial town. Some parts date back to Roman times. As well as the new shopping centre you can also explore Workington's history. Thw town is now getting back to normal with the temporart road bridge joining the two sides together again. For more details contact the TIC on workingtontic@allerdale.gov.uk .
If you would like your business to be added to any of the above lists, please contact us on info@western-lakedistrict.co.uk
If visitors are concerned about flooding, they are advised to contact Floodline on 0845 988 1188 or visit the Environment Agency website at www.environment-agency.gov.uk.
Information on travel and transport in and around Cumbria is available from www.bbc.co.uk/cumbria.
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