With some terrific road trip options available in the surrounding area, renting a car makes good sense. Without one, it wouldn’t be half as easy to experience all that Cockermouth, 18 miles away, has to offer. Among the first stops you make here should be Lake District Wildlife Park, Whinlatter Forest Park and Bassenthwaite Lake. Located 25 miles away, Appleby-in-Westmorland is another place to aim for. If you swing by, don’t miss Appleby Castle, Courtyard Gallery and Appleby Golf Club.