Whitehaven Town Council

26/08/2026

UPDATE - Due to inclement weather causing delays, these works will now take place on 26th August. It is expected that the Works will take 9 hours

An urgent road closure has been put in place to allow Cumberland Council to carry out urgent carriageway micro asphalt works

This notice will be in force for a period not exceeding 5 days from 24th August 2026. It is expected that the Works will take 9 hours

Please see below details of the extents of the closure and alternative route, the relevant legal notice can be viewed athttps://api-gb.one.network/downloads/tm/4586/5-day-urgent-cumberland_151759795_4196549_20a725b45c.pdf and a location plan clearly showing these extents can be found on one.network via link https://one.network/?tm=GB151759795

Location: U4284, Brayton Road, Bransty from its junction with The Crescent to its junction with Mona Road, extending in a south westerly direction for a distance of approximately 180 metres

Alternative Route: There is no suitable alternative route available for vehicles and a way for pedestrians and dismounted cyclists will be maintained at all times.

Should you have any queries in relation to this restriction please contact the Highways Hotline by calling 0300 373 3736 or via the Cumberland Council website quoting the reference TTROC/20034

13/08/2026

Upcoming events

12/08/2026

You can obtain an entry form in person at 148 Queen Street, Whitehaven or by telephoning 07809 142401 or by emailing [email protected]

05/08/2026

DEPARTURE NEWS: the Santa Maria will now depart Whitehaven at 10am on Monday 10th instead of remaining open for the day. Amy tickets sold for Monday will be reimbursed so please contact them asap if you have any. Whitehaven Town Crier Whitehaven Town Council Josh MacAlister MP Whitehaven Harbour Commissioners Whitehaven News The Beacon Museum, Whitehaven Cumbria Guide Nao Santa María

29/07/2026

28/07/2026

🚧 Mirehouse Cycleway improvement works starting next week 🚧

We're set to begin a programme of improvements to the Mirehouse Cycleway in Whitehaven from Monday 3 August.

The works will include footway widening, resurfacing and drainage improvements at several locations along the route. The programme is expected to take around four weeks to complete and will be carried out in phases, starting near the Nisa store before moving to other sections of the cycleway.

We will aim to keep the route accessible wherever possible and provide alternative pedestrian routes where needed to help minimise disruption. Access will be maintained for the majority of the works.

Thank you for your patience while we carry out these improvements to help make the route safer and more accessible for everyone who walks, wheels and cycles.

28/07/2026

23/07/2026

The Beatrix Potter exhibition is now open at 148 Queen Street, Whitehaven. Open Monday to Friday from 10:00am until 4:00pm. The exhibition is in until Friday 28th August 2026. Our thanks go to The Armitt Museum, Gallery and Library for loaning us the information boards.

22/07/2026

A temporary road closure has been put in place to allow United Utilities to carry out utility works which are expected to commence 5th August 2026 and anticipated to take 3 days to complete.

Please see below details of the extents of the closure and alternative route, the relevant legal notice can be viewed athttps://api-gb.one.network/downloads/tm/4586/cop27-26-u4354-station-road-whitehaven-notice_40ffd937f9.pdf and a location plan clearly showing these extents can be found on one.network via link https://one.network/?tm=GB150361992

Location: U4354 Station Road, Whitehaven, from its junction with the entrance to Corkickle Railway Station, extending in a northerly direction for approx. 40m.

Alternative Route: A suitable alternative route for vehicles will be signed and available via the unrestricted section of Station Road, Coach Road and The Gardens.

Should you have any queries in relation to this restriction please contact the Highways Hotline by calling 0300 373 3736 or via the Cumberland Council website, quoting the reference TTROC/19096

15/07/2026

Fabulous Beatrix Potter exhibition at 148 Queen Street, Whitehaven. Our thanks go to https://www.facebook.com/TheArmitt for loaning this to us for you all to enjoy. Opens on Wednesday 22nd July just in time for the school summer holidays. Entry is FREE.