Ward in Cumberland, England
| Coordinates: | 54.538, -3.423 |
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| OS grid ref: | NY 08 16 |
| Dialling code: | 01946 (Whitehaven) |
The Cleator Moor East and Frizington ward sits in west Cumberland in north‑west England, on the industrial fringe of the Lake District. It covers the small settlements around Cleator Moor and Frizington, set among moorland and rolling valleys and a short drive from coastal towns such as Whitehaven and Workington.
Historically shaped by 19th‑century iron‑ore mining and the railways that served it, the area still shows industrial archaeology and rows of terraced housing; the local economy has since moved towards commuting, small businesses and some tourism, with walkers drawn to nearby fells. Community life remains important, with local clubs, parish centres and heritage events helping to sustain a strong local identity amid ongoing regeneration efforts.
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