Local Area Information
Exploring the Local Area
Brigham is a peaceful village located just 3 miles from Cockermouth, a vibrant market town with everything you'll need during your stay. You'll find major supermarkets including Aldi, Sainsbury's & Lidl, along with a wide variety of smaller shops, restaurants, cafes, and takeaways - making Cockermouth a lovely place to visit and explore.
Cockermouth Tourist Information Centre (Main Street)
Friendly staff are always happy to help with advice, maps, and recommendations to make your Lake District holiday truly memorable.
01900 822634.
Leisure & Activities
Cockermouth also has a modern Leisure Centre (Castlegate Drive, CA13 9JR - free parking), offering a wide range of activities for all ages and abilities, including:
- Swimming pool
- Climbing wall
- Fully equipped gym
- Fitness classes
- Sports hall
01900 823596 / Cockermouth Leisure Centre Website
Coast & Western Lakes
Our location offers easy access to both the Lake District and the Cumbrian coast, with plenty of wonderful day trip options:
- Workington - 6.5 miles
- Maryport - 7 miles
- Whitehaven - 12 miles
- St. Bees - 16 miles
- Solway Firth - 20 miles
Northern Lake District
Close by you'll also find some of the region's most beautiful lakes and fells:
- Loweswater - 9.5 miles
- Bassenthwaite - 11 miles
- Crummock Water - 11 miles
- Buttermere - 13 miles
- Keswick - 15.5 miles
- Derwentwater - 17 miles
With so much within easy reach, Brigham makes the perfect base for exploring both the Lakes and the Cumbrian coast.
