Whitehaven Destination Guide

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Whitehaven is a harbour town on the Cumbria coast. The town's main period of growth was during the 18th and 19th centuries based around the import/export of tobacco and coal.

This Georgian town, was one of the first post-renaissance planned towns in England. Today, Whitehaven has many restored Georgian Listed Buildings, along with a modern leisure harbour.

Whitehaven Cumbria Coast Map

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Want some ideas on where to visit?

Every favourite location must be visited for the first time. Want some ideas, why not check out the below small selection of coastal locations, including beaches, activities, things to see and do, and places to stay and eat:

Whitehaven Beach

Place Tags: Beaches and Dog Friendly

St. Bees Lighthouse

Place Tags: Lighthouses

St Bees Beach

Place Tags: Beaches and Dog Friendly

The Bransty Arch Pub

Place Tags: Pubs