An attractive small market town on the fringe of the Lake District National Park. The town was built in the 12th century and is situated on the confluence of the rivers Derwent and Cocker. Silloth owes its name to the monks of Holme Cultram Abbey. The Elegant Georgian town of Whitehaven allows you to recapture the atmosphere of the 18th century, as you explore its unique and original streets. In the days of sail it had important links with North America and the Caribbean.
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Distances by road will be longer. Mining for minerals in Lakeland and Northern England dates back to Roman times. The museum exhibits a wide selection of mainly British toys from c1900 to the present in adjoining carefully restored late 18th century buildings, one a former hat factory and the other a joiner's workshop. The world famous Cars of The Stars Motor Museum features many famous TV and film vehicles. A Victorian experience not to be missed.