Discover the finest places to eat, sleep and enjoy along Cumbria’s Western lake District Coast. Copeland’s new Visitor Information point (or VIP for short) will point you towards the finest experiences that the area has to offer.
Visit Whitehaven, the historic Georgian harbourside townscape with hundreds of fascinating stories waiting to be discovered, or explore the dramatic and unspoiled Western Lake District, home to 2 world heritage sites alongside England’s highest mountains and deepest lake.
Let our experienced staff give you personal and informed insights on how best to spend your time in the area. A wealth of outdoor resources for walkers and cyclists is available, alongside information about local events and public services.
Click below for some useful local links prior to your arrival.
Live the VIP experience as we welcome you to Copeland, Cumbria’s hidden coastal gem.
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Posted by Cumbria Tourism on Thursday, June 6, 2019
Golakes
Cumbria-wide guide for events, places to visit and what’s on.
Western Lake District & Coast
A guide to places of interest specifically along Cumbria’s Western coastline.
Visit Whitehaven
Information about Whitehaven and places of interest nearby.
Railway Timetables
Railway links along the Cumbria coastal line
Bus Networks
Local bus timetables.
Google Maps
Discover the local area and highlighted places of interest.
Impact of Tourism for Copeland in 2017/18
Million Visitors
Million pounds into the local economy
Jobs supported by Tourism
Copeland Visitor Information Point is owned and operated by Copeland Borough Council.
Location
Copeland Visitor Information Point,
The Beacon Museum,
West Strand, Whitehaven, CA28 7LY
01946 592302