Ravenglass Beach

Egremont, Cumbria

Ravenglass is an old Roman Fort built where the Esk, the Mite and the Irt all converge and drain into the sea. The fort's bathhouse with its 12ft high walls is still standing today.

Beach Type

Mud/sand

Facilities

Local shop and cafes
There is a campsite and an information centre

Activities

Take a trip on the Ravenglass to Eskdale railway
Visit the roman baths or roman fort or nearby Muncaster castle

Nature and Wildlife

Lots of footpaths in the area both coastal and heading up towards the peaks of the Lake District.

Parking

Parking available in the village.

Water Quality

Not Tested

Lifeguard

No

Dogs

No dog restrictions.

Location

Nearest town: Egremont
County: Cumbria
Latitude/Longitude: 54.3557, -3.40809
Postcode: CA18 1SN
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)

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Access

Between Broughton-in-Furness and Egremont on the A595 coastal route.

Public Transport

There is a train station (other than the historic steam trains).

Nearest Railway Stations

Ravenglass for Eskdale (Less than half a mile away)
Drigg (Approx. 2 miles away)
Seascale (Approx. 4 miles away)
Bootle (Cumbria) (Approx. 5 miles away)
Sellafield (Approx. 6 miles away)

Tourist Information

RAVENGLASS TIC R and ER Railway Station. CA18 1SW Tel: +44 (0) 1229 717278.

Accomodation Links

Hotels and Guest Houses in Egremont

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