Maryport is a delightful harbour side town situated on the beautiful Solway Firth. Its history covering 2000 years boasts a Roman Fort, Georgian buildings, Victorian docks, and industries which have included coal mining, iron making, shipping and shipbuilding.

Over the years, the town has held a close affinity with shipping and the sea - the Elizabeth Dock opened in 1857, and was the first wet dock in Cumberland. The large Senhouse Dock opened in 1884, and is now a Blue Flag Marina with impressive boat repair facilities, slipway and chandlery. Visiting boats are always made welcome.

Today contemporary Maryport boats a fine deep water harbour, modern marina and unique town steeped in history - with a range of tourist attractions including a steamship museum, unique quayside aquarium, Fleming Square, the Military “Battery”, Norman Motte and Roman Museum. The annual Blues festival is a landmark in the calendar.

The busy shopping thoroughfares offer a wide range of facilities which combine with local restaurants, cafes, bars, provide social and recreational opportunities to suit most tastes.

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