Welcome to Workington

Workington is a town located in the county of Cumbria, in the north-west of England. It is situated on the west coast of the county, and is the largest town in the Allerdale district. The town has a rich history, with evidence of human settlement dating back to the Roman era. Workington was an important industrial centre during the 19th and 20th centuries, with coal mining, iron and steel production, and shipbuilding being major industries. Today, the town has a diverse economy, with a mix of manufacturing, retail, and service industries.

One of the most notable landmarks in Workington is the Workington Hall, a Grade I listed building that dates back to the 14th century. The hall was the ancestral home of the Curwen family, who were prominent landowners in the area. The hall has been used for a variety of purposes over the years, including as a school and a hospital. Today, it is open to the public and is a popular tourist attraction. Other notable landmarks in the town include the Carnegie Theatre and the Helena Thompson Museum.

Workington is also known for its sporting heritage, particularly in rugby league. The town is home to the Workington Town Rugby League Football Club, which was founded in 1945. The club has a strong following and has enjoyed success over the years, including winning the Challenge Cup in 1952. Workington is also home to a number of other sports clubs, including football, cricket, and athletics. The town has a range of sports facilities, including a leisure centre and a golf course.

Local Weather

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Temp: 9.7°C

Feels Like: 5.3°C

Wind: 28.9 MPH

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Local Schools

School	Details
St Patricks Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Sheryl Slack	Derwent Street Workington Cumbria CA14 2DW 01900601807 School Website
St Michaels Nursery And Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Candice Regan	Station Road Workington Cumbria CA14 2UY 01900608111 School Website
St Josephs Catholic High School, Workington Academy Converter Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Mr Ian Nevitt	Harrington Road Workington Cumbria CA14 3EE 1900873290 School Website
Victoria Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mrs Pauline Robertson	Victoria Road Workington Cumbria CA14 2RE 01900606053 School Website
Victoria Infant School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Victoria Hepburn-Fish	Islay Place Workington Cumbria CA14 3XB 01900601489 School Website
Ashfield Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Sue Frost	High Street Workington Cumbria CA14 4ES 01900604565 School Website
Ashfield Infant And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Rachel Field	Newlands Lane Workington Cumbria CA14 3JG 01900606301 School Website
Northside Primary School Academy Sponsor Led Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Headteacher Vicky Mcdowell	Northside Road Northside Workington Cumbria CA14 1BD 190062255 School Website
The Workington Academy Academy Sponsor Led Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Des Bird	Stainburn Road Workington Cumbria CA14 4EB 01900873926 School Website
St Gregory's Catholic Primary School, Workington Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Mcallister	Furness Road Westfield Workington Cumbria CA14 3PD 1900606050 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Workington Belle Isle Place, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2UZ 0.35 Miles

Harrington Grecian Terrace, Harrington, Cumbria, CA14 5QQ 2.29 Miles

Flimby Station Road, Flimby, Cumbria, CA15 8QN 3.45 Miles

Parton The Square, Parton, Cumbria, CA28 6PA 5.16 Miles

Maryport Millpot Road, Maryport, Cumbria, CA15 6DA 5.24 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Cabs2go 07732 073049 Ca14 2Nd, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2ND 0.05 Miles
Jude's Taxis 01900 604795 145 Harrington Rd, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2UW 0.31 Miles
J And E Taxis 01900 603713 Barnes Rd, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 2TA 0.48 Miles
Josies Taxis 01900 66899 Kerry Industrial Estate Derwent Road, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 3TX 1.11 Miles
Cabs2go 07732 073049 7 Everest Mount, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 5BY 1.23 Miles
Mike's Taxis Workington 07788 712533 45 Brierydale, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 5LH 1.63 Miles
Lynda's Taxis 01900 870945 Taxis, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 1RG 1.69 Miles
B P Taxis 01900 63839 3 Ling Road, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 1QZ 1.73 Miles
Jacks Taxis 01900 604189 31 High Seaton, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 1PD 1.81 Miles
Klr-Travel 01946 834866 30 Church Rd, Workington, Cumbria, CA14 5PT 2.08 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Oxford Street D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Finkle Street (Right) Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Fisher Street D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Corporation Road (Sdc) Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:11:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
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Workington Do (Right) Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Workington Do (Left) (Lcp) Weekday Last Collection:18:30 Saturday Last Collection:12:45 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Northside Road D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Mason Street D Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
James Street Group Pract 01900 62241	James Street Group Pract James Street Workington Cumbria CA14 2DL
Orchard House Surgery - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	29 South William Street Workington Cumbria CA14 2EW
Allerdale Primary Care Services 01900 324241	Pcs Allerdale Locality South William Street Workington Cumbria CA14 2EW
Copeland Locality Services 01900 324259	Copeland Locality Pcs South William Street Workington Cumbria CA14 2EW
Distington Surgery 01946 830207	The Surgery Hinnings Road, Distington Workington Cumbria CA14 5UR

Local Stores

Cleator Moor
Leconfield Street
Cleator Moor
Cumbria
CA25 5PX
01946 812517
Store Website
8.39 miles

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SPAR Harrington Road
Harrington Rd
Workington
CA14 3JJ
01900 602782
Store Website
0.3 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

The Veterinary Clinic
Gray Street Workington Cumbria CA14 2NQ 01900 602138 vets@galemirevets.co.uk Website 0.13 miles
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Unit 1, Enterprise Court Derwent Howe Workington Cumbria CA14 3YP 01900 66666 vets@millcroftvets.co.uk Website 0.93 miles
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Unit 1A 38 Curzon Street Maryport Cumbria CA15 6DA 01900 816666 5.24 miles

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West Lakeland Veterinary Group
Preston Street Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 9DL 01946 693303 westlakelandvets@gmail.com Website 7.11 miles
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Millcroft Veterinary Group Ltd
Wakefield Road Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 0HR 01900 826666 vets@millcroftvets.co.uk Website 7.35 miles
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The Vet Whitehaven
Egremont Road Whitehaven Cumbria CA28 8NH hello@thevetwhitehaven.co.uk Website 7.83 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Buttermere
A Dog Friendly Circular Walk Around Buttermere, In The Lake District. Follow The Perimeter Of The Lake, Passing By Some Woodland And Farmland. CA13 9XA 13.32 miles From Keswick, Take The Honister Pass (B5289) Signposted To Buttermere.

Noble Knott
A Short, Circular Forest Walk With Plenty Of Woodland And Streams To Enjoy. CA12 5TW 13.36 miles From Keswick, Take The A66 Toward Cockermouth. Follow Signs For Braithwaite On The B5292/Whinlatter Pass. Head Through Braithwaite And On To Noble Knott Car Park On Your Left (Identified By A Green Signpost On The Road), Just Following A Lay-By To Your Right.

Castlerigg Stone Circle
Castlerigg Stone Circle Stands On A Natural Plateau Providing An Excellent Panoramic View Across The Surrounding Fells. It Is Composed Of 38 Free Standing Stones, With Some Being Up To 3 Metres High. It Is One Of Britain’S Earliest Stone Circles Dating Back Between 4,000 - 5,000 Years. CA12 5DN 16.82 miles Keswick Is Located In The North Of The Lake District National Park And Is Well-Signposted.

Latrigg
A Circular Walk On One Of The Lowest Fells In The Lake District. This Walk Provides Outstanding Views Over Keswick And The Surrounding Area, Including Derwent Water And Bassenthwaite Lake. CA12 4PH 16.84 miles From Keswick, Take The A591 To Carlisle. After The First Roundabout, Take The First Right Turn To Skiddaw. The Car Park Is At The End Of The Narrow Road.

Great Langdale Valley
A Circular Walk Taking In Part Of The Cumbria Way Towards Chapel Stile And Back Along The Centre Of The Valley With Stunning Scenery Of The Langdale Pikes. LA22 9JU 22.86 miles From Ambleside, Follow Signs For Coniston On The A593. Continue On The B5343 Following Signs For Great Langdale. Pass Through Chapel Stile And Continue On The Road For 3-4 Miles.

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Easedale Tarn
Easedale Tarn Is A Tarn In The Centre Of The Lake District, About Two Miles West Of The Village Of Grasmere. On This Walk, You Will Experience Stunning Scenery. The Walk Consists Of A Gradual Hill For Some Of It, But Has Rewarding Views On A Clear Day. LA22 9TA 24.66 miles From Ambleside, Take The A591 Towards Keswick And Follow The Signs For Grasmere. Turn Onto The B5287. There Is A Car Park Down A Left Turn (Signposted) Called Broadgate Meadow.

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Weather Forecast

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