areas within Cumbria
| Askam-in-Furness | Kendal | Kirkby-in-Furness | Whitehaven |
| Brampton | Keswick | Penrith | Windermere |
| Carlisle | Kirkby Stephen | Ulverston |
other areas in UK
The Lake District, the great poet William Wordsworth and Kendal mint cake.
Living in Cumbria
Whether you are searching for a primary residential property, a holiday home or a property for investment purposes, Cumbria is considered to be one of the most attractive and sought-after places in the UK.
There has been an influx of retired people moving to the area and a growth in the number of people buying holiday houses, with around one in five properties in Keswick now listed as second homes.
Cumbria is a land of vivid contrasts, and includes the cosmopolitan City of Carlisle, gateway to Hadrian's Wall Country, Keswick in the north, the charming market town of Ulverston and the harbour town of Whitehaven.
Keswick, the undisputed 'capital' of the Lake District lies in the heart of England's prettiest National Park. This traditional market town relies heavily on the tourist sector, providing goods and services to the visitor market.
There are a number of attractive villages on the outskirts of Keswick which are also highly desirable. These include Grange-in-Borrowdale, Portinscale, Braithwaite, Applethwaite and Threlkeld.
For those seeking the best of both worlds, head for the City of Carlisle, a modern, exciting city and an excellent place to live. Carlisle has everything one would expect from any major city in the UK.
Whitehaven is a fine Georgian town, one of the first post-renaissance planned towns in the country. Built on traditional shipping and mining industries, modern day Whitehaven has developed around the regenerated harbour area.
The town has a wealth of Georgian architecture and some 250 Georgian buildings. Nowadays, the busy thoroughfares include pedestrianised shopping streets, restaurants, bars and cafes around the town and the re-generated harbour area.
Transport
By road the M6 motorway travels north through the centre of Cumbria.
Carlisle is a major railway junction on the West Coast Main Line from London Euston to Glasgow, with stations at Penrith and Oxenholme (for Kendal and Windermere). It's also served by lines from Dumfries, Newcastle and Leeds.
Cumbria is within easy travelling distance of Newcastle, Manchester and Glasgow Airports (Carlisle Airport offers chartered flights).
History and culture
The City of Carlisle is steeped in history and no matter where you look there will be something to confront you from the past. However, the shopping centre is modern and features top of the range outlets.
Cockermouth is best known as the birthplace of poet William Wordsworth; he was born in 1770, and lived there until the death of his mother in 1778.
Today Cockermouth caters well for its residents with a good selection of shops, cafés and restaurants. Fishing for brown trout and salmon in the local rivers is a very popular local sport.
The Lake District, and the Lake District National Park, is one of the most beautiful areas of England. It's renowned as one of the best places to go for walking and other outdoor pursuits.
It also received a boost from the film about the life of Beatrix Potter, starring Renée Zellweger and Ewan Mcgregor.
For further information visit www.cumbria.gov.uk ; www.lake-district.gov.uk
view the 10 most recently added properties for sale in Cumbria
2 bedrooms house in Main Street, Maryport,Cumbria - Guide Price of £35,000
Guide price 35,000 - 45,000. A two bedroom mid terrace house located in the coastal town of maryport, requiring modernisation. Comprising - small vestibule, two reception rooms, kitchen, rear yard...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Lonsdale Terrace, Maryport,Cumbria - Guide Price of £35,000
Guide price 35,000 to 45,000. A three bedroom mid terrace house in a village location, convenient for maryport and cockermouth. Comprising - lounge, kitchen, bathroom, rear yard. First floor three...... view full details
3 bedrooms house in Springfield Road, Carlisle,Cumbria - Offers in the region of £95,000
YOUR MOVE are pleased to offer for sale this mid terrace house situated in a cul-de-sac location which benefits from double glazing where stated and gas central heating. The accommodation briefly...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Troutbeck Drive, Carlisle,Cumbria - Offers in the region of £115,000
YOUR MOVE are pleased to offer for sale this semi detached house which benefits from double glazing where stated and gas central heating. The accommodation briefly comprises entrance hall, lounge...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Casson Road, Workington,Cumbria - Guide Price of £50,000
Guide price 50,000 - 65,000. Two bedroom semi-detached house situated on outskirts of workington and requiring some upgrading. The property has gas central heating and some double glazing, a...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Upperby Road, Carlisle,Cumbria - Offers in the region of £69,950
YOUR MOVE are pleased to offer for sale this terraced house which benefits from double glazing where stated and a gas heating system. The accommodation briefly comprises lounge and kitchen to the...... view full details
2 bedrooms house in Laverock Terrace, Workington,Cumbria - Guide Price of £55,000
Guide price 55,000 - 65,000. A two bedroom semi-detached house located on the outskirts of the town centre. Benefits from gas central heating and double glazing, briefly comprising - hallway,...... view full details
5 bedrooms house in Primrose Crescent, Workington,Cumbria - Guide Price of £60,000
Guide price 60,000 - 70,000. A five bedroom terraced house situated in the village of harrington with easy access to workington & whitehaven. The property requires upgrading throughout and offers...... view full details
4 bedrooms house in Harrington Road, Workington,Cumbria - Guide Price of £50,000
Guide price 50,000 - 65,000. Four bedroom end terrace house located within easy reach of the town centre and all local amenities. In need of upgrading the accommodation comprises - two reception...... view full details
