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ON coast NW of Cockermouth at estuary of River Ellen. Key Roman port, prosperous late 18th century exporting coal and iron ore. Built by local landowner Humphrey Senhouse II and named after his wife Mary, Maryport later dwindled back into fishing town. Maryport harbour redevelopment in progress includes recently opened marina. Heritage park under construction