| Group Accommodation for 6-16 people set within 22 secluded acres of the Lake District National Park Perfect for Family Gatherings, Retreats or Group Holidays |
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Distance from FME |
12 Miles |
Quick Description |
| Cockermouth is at the confluence of the River Cocker as it flows into the River Derwent. Much of the architectural core of the town has remained largely unchanged since the 18th and 19th centuries. The town has ancient roots evidenced by Roman, Viking and Norman influences on the town and surrounding place names. |
Snippets of History |
The main street boasts a statue of Lord Mayo, formerly an MP for Cockermouth, who became British Vice-Roy of India and whose subsequent claim to fame was that he was assassinated!
Cockermouth is perhaps best known as being the birthplace of William Wordsworth and Dorothy Wordsworth. |
Odd Facts |
| Cockermouth lays claim to be the first town in Britain to pilot electric lighting, reputably in 1881 |
Amenities |
- Sainsbury's
- Local Bakers
- Great Cafes
- Merienda
- Quality Local Butchers
- HSBC, Barclays, NatWest
- Small Cinema
- Theatre
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Links around Cockermouth |
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Tree lined streets are a feature common throughout Cockermouth |
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| Wordsworth's House, Cockermouth |
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| Lord Mayo's Statue, Main Street Cockermouth |
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| Jennings Brewery |
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copyright ©2008 Cumbrian Rentals |
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| Self-catering La Back to the Top |
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