Self-catering holiday accommodation for up to 16 people in the Lake District National Park, Cumbria, UK. Free wireless broadband, Located near Ennerdale Water in the Western Lakes. Isolated country home with huge, secluded private gardens. Perfect for Family Gatherings, Retreats, Reunions or Group Holidays. Dog-Friendly. Ideal for walking, cycling etc.

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
Links around Cockermouth
Visit Cockermouth Cockermouth Wordsworth's House Castlegate House Gallery The Kirkgate Centre Jennings Brewery Shepherd s Hotel Percy House Gallery

Tree lined streets are a feature common throughout Cockermouth

Wordsworth's House, Cockermouth

Lord Mayo's Statue, Main Street Cockermouth

Jennings Brewery

Self-catering holiday accommodation for up to 16 people in the Lake District National Park, Cumbria, UK. Free wireless broadband, Located near Ennerdale Water in the Western Lakes. Isolated country home with huge, secluded private gardens. Perfect for Family Gatherings, Retreats, Reunions or Group Holidays. Dog-Friendly. Ideal for walking, cycling etc.