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Workington, UK

Workington is a coastal port town and civil parish in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England. The town is at the mouth of the River Derwent on the west coast, 32 miles (51 km) south-west of Carlisle and 8 miles (13 km) north-east of Whitehaven.

Type CityPopulation 25,448

Why go

  • Coastal town in Cumbria, England.
  • Served by Andreas Airfield.

History

Workington is a coastal port town and civil parish in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England. The town is at the mouth of the River Derwent on the west coast, 32 miles (51 km) south-west of Carlisle and 8 miles (13 km) north-east of Whitehaven. At the 2021 census the parish had a population of 25,448 and the built up area had a population of 21,275.

Restaurants & places to go

Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 08:30-18:00; Su 10:00-16:00 Features: takeaway · storelocator.asda.com
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Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 00:00-24:00 Features: takeaway · mcdonalds.com
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Pizza, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · dominos.co.uk
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Burger, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · locations.burgerking.co.uk
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Sandwich, Bakery, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 19 Murray Road, Workington, CA14 2AD · greggs.co.uk
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Chicken, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · kfc.co.uk
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Coffee Shop, Cafe · Features: takeaway · starbucks.com
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Sandwich, Fast Food · Features: takeaway · 1-3 Murray Road, Workington, CA14 2AD · restaurants.subway.com
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Airports

Andreas Airfield 40 mi to the centre
Andreas, U, IM
Outdoor
Andreas-Ballavoddan House Airstrip 41 mi to the centre
Andreas, U, IM
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Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Andreas Airfield; 1 other airport serves the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Workington, UK. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Coaches & shuttles

Intercity coach
Intercity coach