Covering the northern section of one of England’s most ambitious long-distance trails, the King Charles III England Coast Path in Cumbria offers a rich and varied coastal walking experience. Stretching from Gretna on the Scottish border to Grange-over-Sands, this dramatic route traces the shores of the Solway Firth and the fringes of the Lake District, combining expansive estuaries, rugged shoreline and ever-changing coastal landscapes.

The North West Cumbria Map Booklet is an essential navigation companion for anyone exploring this section of the trail. Compact yet highly detailed, it presents the full route on high-quality Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 mapping, ensuring accurate, easy-to-follow guidance whether you’re planning a multi-day adventure or enjoying shorter coastal walks.

• Full route coverage of the King Charles III England Coast Path National Trail across Cumbria on Ordnance Survey 1:25,000 maps
• Clearly highlighted route line with access points, coastal features, harbours and key locations between Gretna and Grange-over-Sands
• Continuous mapping presented in a single, easy-to-use booklet for travel in either direction
• Lightweight and compact format, well-suited to carrying in changing coastal weather conditions
• Ideal for both long-distance walkers and those planning shorter day walks

A companion Cicerone guidebook is also available, providing in-depth route descriptions and planning guidance. You can also pair this booklet with the Lancashire and Merseyside Map Booklet to complete your North West England Coast Path collection.

From expansive salt marshes and open tidal flats to historic ports and coastal viewpoints backed by mountain scenery, this section of the route highlights the quieter, wilder side of England’s coastline. With the Cumbria map booklet to hand, you can navigate confidently and experience this unique landscape at your own pace.

Seasons

Best walked in spring and summer for the longest days, best public transport and to avoid the worst weather and tides, but walkable year round with adequate planning.

Centres

Gretna, Carlisle, Silloth, Maryport, Workington, Whitehaven, Ravenglass, Millom, Ulverston and Grange-over-Sands.

Difficulty

Other than one or two longer, more strenuous days in Cumbria, the majority of the stages can be easily split, extended or adapted. Most are relatively easy walking depending on terrain and distance.

Must See

Circuiting Cumbria, highlights include the Solway Firth, Hadrian’s Wall, Lake District mountain views.

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