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Maryport

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Maryport

Maryport works well as a base: 15 minutes from Workington, 24km from Buttermere.

Maryport is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 9,555, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Maryport sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Maryport to your route.

About Maryport

Maryport is a town and civil parish in the Cumberland district of Cumbria, England. The town is on the coast of the Solway Firth and lies at the northern end of the former Cumberland Coalfield. Maryport lies approximately 5 miles (8 km) north-west of the Lake District National Park. It includes the site of the Roman

Read more settlement of Alauna. The modern town was developed from the mid-18th century around a new harbour built at the mouth of the River Ellen. The parish also includes the village of Flimby. At the 2021 census, the built-up area had a population of 8,525, while the parish had a population of 10,865.

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Where is Maryport located?

Maryport is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 54.7143 latitude, -3.4951 longitude.

What is the population of Maryport?

Maryport has a population of approximately 9,555 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
9,555
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
54.7143, -3.4951

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Maryport

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

mountain pass

Newlands Pass

A quiet, narrow pass through Newlands Valley with the Moss Force waterfall tumbling beside the road.

23 km · about 25 min drive

natural wonder

Buttermere

Tranquil lake surrounded by dramatic fells including Haystacks and Fleetwith Pike, offering one of the finest circular walks in the Lake District.

24 km · about 30 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Derwentwater

A serene island-studded lake beside Keswick, perfect for a lakeside drive, launch cruise and the Surprise View overlook.

27 km · about 30 min drive

ancient ruins

Castlerigg Stone Circle

A 5,000-year-old stone circle set on a fell with a 360-degree mountain panorama, free and roadside near Keswick.

28 km · about 35 min drive

mountain pass

Honister Pass

A steep, single-track pass linking Borrowdale and Buttermere with hairpins, a slate mine and exhilarating gradients.

29 km · about 35 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Wastwater

England's deepest lake, ringed by towering screes, voted Britain's favourite view and reached by a single dramatic dead-end road.

33 km · about 40 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Scafell Pike

England's highest mountain at 978m, a challenging ascent rewarded with panoramic views stretching to Scotland, Wales and the Isle of Man.

34 km · about 40 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Helvellyn

England's third highest peak at 950m, famous for the knife-edge ridge of Striding Edge and sweeping views across the Lake District.

37 km · about 45 min drive

Driving roads near Maryport

  • 23 kmNewlands PassA quiet, narrow pass through Newlands Valley with the Moss Force waterfall tumbling beside the road.
  • 27 kmDerwentwaterA serene island-studded lake beside Keswick, perfect for a lakeside drive, launch cruise and the Surprise View overlook.
  • 29 kmHonister PassA steep, single-track pass linking Borrowdale and Buttermere with hairpins, a slate mine and exhilarating gradients.
  • 33 kmWastwaterEngland's deepest lake, ringed by towering screes, voted Britain's favourite view and reached by a single dramatic dead-end road.
  • 34 kmScafell PikeEngland's highest mountain at 978m, a challenging ascent rewarded with panoramic views stretching to Scotland, Wales and the Isle of Man.
  • 37 kmHelvellynEngland's third highest peak at 950m, famous for the knife-edge ridge of Striding Edge and sweeping views across the Lake District.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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