View Across the Irish Sea – View of Solway Coast loop from Maryport

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View Across the Irish Sea – View of Solway Coast loop from Maryport

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View Across the Irish Sea – View of Solway Coast loop from Maryport

02:16

35.8km

360m

Cycling

Moderate bike ride. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 18, 2026

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Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 34.4 km for 86 m

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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27.0 km

Solway Coast Cycle Path

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The Solway Coast Cycleway winds along the Solway Firth coast between Maryport and Carlisle, and is one of the most accessible and visually appealing sections of Hadrian's Cycleway. The route …

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27.0 km

View Across the Irish Sea

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Allonby Beach is a vast sand and shingle beach on the Solway Firth, known for its panoramic views, shallow tidal pools, and rich birdlife. Located along the B5300, the beach …

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32.0 km

Solway Coast Path Along the Irish Sea

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33.2 km

View of Solway Coast

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On the promenade there are some stairs and ramps to get to the water. There is not much Sandstarnd but a few places to go into the water are available.

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33.3 km

Small Park

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A small park with grass and benches that is great for a lunch stop or picnic during a tour.

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34.5 km

Along Maryport's South Quay stands the impressive Alauna Aura, an elliptical steel sculpture that illuminates the city's past—literally. With cutouts that reference its Roman roots (Alauna), maritime heritage, local industries, …

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35.0 km

Castle Hill

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Castle Hill – historic viewpoint above Maryport. Castle Hill is located at the end of High Street and offers one of the finest views of Maryport, the harbor, and the …

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35.1 km

Maryport Harbour and 'A Fishy Tail' Sculpture

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Maryport Harbour lies at the mouth of the River Ellen, where it flows into the Irish Sea. Once a bustling center of shipbuilding and coal exports, it boasted busy quays …

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35.8 km

End point

Train Station

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