Cockermouth
Poetry & pebbles - verse by the river
Inspired by Cockermouth’s ties to Wordsworth, embark on a poetic journey exploring the tranquil riverbanks of the Cocker, accompanied by a podcast featuring Robert Macfarlane’s exclusive readings of his wildlife poems. You’ll also hear a community-crafted poem, local children’s reflections, and verse by Robert Louis Stevenson—all exploring our connection to our watery worlds.
Walk details
Location: River Cocker, Cockermouth
Length: 3.6 miles | 5.8km
Time: 1hr 15 min - 1 hr 45 min
Difficulty: Easy
Accessibility: Fairly flat with steps and gates, can get muddy
Transport: 600 bus from Carlisle & Wigton; X4/X5 from both Workington & Keswick; Cycle racks on Main Street and Market Place
Parking: Memorial Gardens Pay & display car park
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Refreshments: Plenty of options in Cockermouth town
Stay safe by the stream
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Download high res map and walk instructions below
This walk along the River Cocker is a family favorite, blending the beauty of Wordsworth’s Cockermouth with inspiring poetry creating a truly magical way to connect with nature and our watery world.
Luke Bryant, Assistant Director
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Map of the walk and walking instructions
Listen to our podcast for the walk
Kamoot route plan for this walk
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