West Cumbria and the Coast
Singles in and around Whitehaven
Whitehaven is a Georgian planned harbour town on the west coast, with a handsome old quay, a lively marina and the sandstone cliffs of St Bees nearby. For a first date there's a walk round the harbour, a climb to the Candlestick, or a trip out to St Bees Head. Check opening times before you go.
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First date ideas in Whitehaven
Three easy places to meet someone new in Whitehaven. Check opening times before you go.
The Harbour and Old Quay
A large Georgian harbour with a marina and views out to sea, a short walk from Whitehaven town centre. Public, flat and easy.
The Candlestick and the clifftop
A tall old chimney known as the Candlestick stands on the cliff above the harbour, with views over the town and the sea. Free to see, so wear sensible shoes.
St Bees Beach and St Bees Head
A long sand and shingle beach with the start of the coast to coast walk, and sandstone cliffs with nature reserve paths nearby. Wear sensible shoes.
Around Whitehaven
Neighbourhoods and nearby villages: Whitehaven town centre, the harbour, Cleator Moor, Egremont, Frizington, St Bees and Moor Row.
Getting there: Whitehaven station is on the Cumbrian Coast line, with trains to Carlisle, Workington and Barrow in Furness, and St Bees has its own station. Buses link the town with Workington, Egremont and Cockermouth, and the A595 is the main road.
Go Cumbria Dating covers the whole county, so you can join from Whitehaven and search nearby towns too. New to dating again? Our guide to dating safely is a good place to start.
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Questions about dating in Whitehaven
What is a good first date in Whitehaven?
There are plenty of easy options: a walk round the harbour, a climb to the Candlestick and a trip out to St Bees Head. Choose somewhere public, keep it short and check opening times before you go.
How do I get to Whitehaven?
Whitehaven station is on the Cumbrian Coast line, with trains to Carlisle, Workington and Barrow in Furness, and St Bees has its own station. Buses link the town with Workington, Egremont and Cockermouth, and the A595 is the main road.
Can I join Go Cumbria Dating from Whitehaven?
Yes. Creating a profile is free, and when you sign up you pick your area so we can show you singles nearby. Go Cumbria Dating covers the whole county, so you can search other towns too.
Is it safe to meet someone from online dating in Whitehaven?
Meet somewhere public, tell a friend where you are going and keep the first date short. Every member is ID verified, and our guide to dating safely has more tips.