Cleator Moor
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The Ennerdale Country House Hotel
The Ennerdale Country House Hotel is a hotel and accommodation in Cleator Moor, offering guest accommodation and a practica...
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A western town at the gateway to Ennerdale
Cleator Moor
Cleator Moor is a small west Cumbrian town with strong mining heritage and useful access to Ennerdale, Dent Fell and the western section of the Coast to Coast route.
Know before you go
Your guide to Cleator Moor
Cleator Moor is a small west Cumbrian town with strong mining heritage and useful access to Ennerdale, Dent Fell and the western section of the Coast to Coast route.
The town was shaped by iron-ore mining and the industries of the western valleys. Its setting beneath Dent Fell places it close to landscapes that quickly change from settled countryside to remote forest and mountain country.
Walkers can use Cleator Moor as a practical base for the Coast to Coast, Ennerdale and routes towards Whitehaven and Egremont. It offers everyday services without the visitor pressure found in central Lake District towns.
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Practical planning
Make the most of Cleator Moor
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Best time to visit
Late spring to early autumn is best for long-distance walking; the town remains useful year-round for local heritage and western Lakes touring.
Plan it well
Plan longer walks carefully and arrange transport where routes do not return to town. Weather on Dent and around Ennerdale can deteriorate quickly. Check local opening times before relying on cafés or shops late in the day.
Getting there
Cleator Moor is reached from the A5086 between Cockermouth and Egremont. Buses connect Whitehaven and nearby towns. Whitehaven is the nearest main railway hub.
Guide checked and reviewed July 2026Local details can change, so check live travel and opening information before setting off.