The coastal town of Whitehaven, once a major port, boasts a rich maritime history. Nearby, Maryport’s Roman heritage can be explored at the Senhouse Roman Museum. For more museums, Derwent Pencil Museum is a fun family day out in a beautiful location and Keswick Museum has seasonal exhibitions plus events for kids and talks for adults. Further south, discover the well-preserved Ravenglass Roman Bath House – beautiful ruins to roam around, while inland, Castlerigg Stone Circle near Keswick is a sight to behold. Why not walk around a Peel Tower (also known as a Pele Tower) for insights into centuries of Cumbrian history – explore Workington Hall ruins or Muncaster Castle and Mirehouse Bassenthwaite – historic houses, open to the public, with stunning grounds and surrounds.