Industrial heritage of the Whitehaven Coast guided walk
Beacon Museum, Whitehaven Harbour, West Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LS
Join ranger Chris Gomersall as he guides you on a 2 hour walk along the coast while talking about the mining history of the area as well as the stories around the founding of Whitehaven. Take a step back in time as you imagine what it would have been like when the town was a bustling port, busy with imports and exports travelling by sea. Of course, the high view over the sea with the flowering meadows we have been working to restore makes for a picture perfect day everyone can enjoy.
Beacon Museum, Whitehaven Harbour, West Strand, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7LS
We'll be walking from the harbour up to the former Haig Pit. The walk is on established paths which are a mix of tarmac and compacted crushed stone. The walk involves climbing steps.