10 Sights & Landmarks in Cockermouth That You Shouldn't Miss

May 30, 2021 Claudia Navarrete

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

Wordsworth House Main Street, Cockermouth CA13 9RX England +44 1900 824805 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/wordsworth-house
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4.5 based on 490 reviews

Wordsworth House and Garden

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

Isel Road Nr. Bassenthwaite, Cockermouth CA13 9HT England http://www.visitcumbria.com/cm/isel-st-michaels-and-all-angels-church.htm
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4.5 based on 11 reviews

St Michael's Church-Isel Church

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

Isel Nr. Bassenthwaite, Cockermouth CA13 0QG England +44 1900 812436 http://www.hha.org.uk/Property/29/Isel-Hall
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4.5 based on 15 reviews

Isel Hall

4. Cockermouth History Wall

The Kings Arms Lane, Cockermouth CA13 9LS England http://www.visitcumbria.com/cm/cockermouth-tourist-information-centre/
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4.5 based on 45 reviews

Cockermouth History Wall

5. St James’ Church

Buttermere, Cockermouth England
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4.5 based on 29 reviews

St James’ Church

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

Near Keswick, Buttermere, Cockermouth England
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Newlands Pass

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

Cockermouth CA13 0XH England +44 1900 823881 [email protected] http://www.stbridgetsbrigham.org.uk
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3.5 based on 3 reviews

St. Bridget's Church

8. The Greenway (Old Railway Footpath)

Low Road, Cockermouth England http://www.cockermouth.org.uk/dms-showpage.php?tid=534
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The Greenway (Old Railway Footpath)

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

Main Street, Cockermouth CA13 9EU England http://www.cockermouth.org.uk/dms-showpage.php?tid=251
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3.0 based on 16 reviews

Cockermouth Castle

10. St Bridget's Church

Vicarage Cottage, Bridekirk, Cockermouth England +44 1900 826557 http://cockermouthareachurches.org.uk/our-churches/st-bridgets-bridekirk/
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