Public transport
The closest railway stations to the Solway Coast National Landscape are Carlisle, to the north, and Maryport to the south. Buses are available from Carlisle and Maryport – see the Cumbria County Council website for the current timetables. To plan your journey using different types of public transport visit Traveline. The nearest international airports are Glasgow, Manchester, Newcastle and Edinburgh. Carlisle Lake District […]
Driving
The road along the coastline of the Solway Coast National Landscape is simply stunning – as are all the off-shoots which will take you inland. The views of the Solway Firth and Scotland beyond, the historic points of interest along the way, the wildlife and the agriculture, and some great places to stop and enjoy […]
Access for All
The terrain and the sensitive environmental landscape of our nature reserves means access for those using wheelchairs and Trampers can be complicated but we’ve worked hard to open up these spaces as much as possible. The following sites have routes which meet Access for All standards: Crosscanonby Carr offers an accessible route around the reserve.Campfield Marsh […]
Countryside Code
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Discovery Centre & Tourist Information
In the centre of Silloth is The Discovery Centre, home to the Tourist Information Centre and a permanent exhibition about the Solway Coast Area of National Beauty.
Here you will find everything you need to know about the area, from where to stay, where to go for food and drink, information about special events and activities, and practical information to help you make the most of your visit.
RSPB Campfield Marsh Reserve
Campfield Marsh is a fabulous place to visit – and it’s also home to the Solway Wetlands Centre so you can find out loads of information about the Solway Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
This nature reserve is a unique mix of different habitats. Trails from the Centre take you into the heart of the site where you can follow the boardwalk across Bowness Common, one of the largest peat bogs in the UK.
Horse riding
There are loads of places where horse riders can explore the Solway Coast National Landscape. Lots of people head for the beach, while others head inland along the country lanes. When the tide is out you can cover an area stretching from Maryport to Silloth, with places to stop along the way. There are three […]
Walking
The best way to see the Solway Coast National Landscape is on foot – whether you want a proper big hike or just a short walk away from the car. Stretch your legs along the shoreline, get muddy in the marshland, blow away the cobwebs on the beach, or find some history in the fields […]
Cycling
Click booklets to download as pdf The Solway Coast National Landscape is a brilliant destination for cyclists. We’ve got miles of fairly quiet roads and some lovely off-road routes, and it’s pretty flat, so exploring on two wheels is a great idea. We’ve even created some handy maps for you in case you’re looking for […]
