Places to visit
Sir John Barrow Monument/Hoad Hill
-Built in 1850 by public subscription as a memorial to Sir John Barrow. It was modelled on the earlier Eddystone lighthouse, and provides the finest 360 degree panorama of the Lake District Mountains and Morecambe Bay.
Access to the top available via a series of footpaths (there is no access for cars), the main one through Ford Park. Details of these can be found in the leaflet “Historic Walks around Ulverston and Ulverston Town Trail” available from the TIC.
Open on Sundays from Easter to September when the flag is flying. Telephone Mr. Ken Barratt, the Lighthouse Keeper on 01229 585697, to make special arrangements for groups at other times.
Tel: 01229 585697
E-mail: enquiries@sirjohnbarrowmonument.co.uk
Web: www.sirjohnbarrowmonument.co.uk
Ulverston Brewery
After Ulverston's last remaining brewery, 'Hartleys' closed, Paul and Anita decided to start brewing in their garage to provide friends with a real ale alternative to the dull beers of the giant breweries. Demand grew and grew and finally they decided to take the plunge into full-time brewing opening Ulverston Brewery on 10:10:10 with a party attended by friends, family, customers and local dignitaries.
The Old Auction Mart
Ulverston Brewing Company
Lightburn Road, Ulverston
Cumbria. LA12 0AU
Telephone: 01229 586 870
Mobile: 07840 192 022
Email: info.ubc@tiscali.co.uk
Web: www.ulverstonbrewingcompany.co.uk
Laurel and Hardy Museum
The world famous Laurel and Hardy Museum devoted to Stan and Olly in Ulverston, Cumbria the birthplace of Stan Laurel. The Museum started life as one man's collection stemming from his lifelong love of 'the boys'. Starting out as a few scrapbooks of photos, the collection grew over time until it filled one small room with pictures covering all the walls and even the ceiling, now the vast collection along with a cinema room can be found at the Roxy Cinema in Ulverston.
Laurel and Hardy Museum
On Stage at the Roxy
Brogden Street
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 7AH
Telephone: 01229 582292
Email: info@laurel-and-hardy.co.uk
Web: www.laurel-and-hardy.co.uk
Conishead Priory and Buddhist Temple
Originally an Augustinian Priory which cared for travellers crossing Morecambe Bay via Chapel Island rebuilt by Colonel Braddyll in the 19th Century. Now a Buddhist Centre and Retreat with extensive grounds and pleasant café.
Opens: Grounds all day. Temple and Shop weekends and bank holidays 12:00 to 17:00 Weekdays 14:00-17:00. Café and Guided Tours: 1st March-12th December. Closed during Buddhist Festivals
Telephone: 01229584029
E-mail: visits@manjshri.org.
Web: www.manjushri.org
Swarthmoor Hall
Swarthmoor Hall is a historic hall and is recognised as the birth place of Quakerism (Religious Society of Friends). Swarthmoor Hall was built about 1586 by George Fell, a local landowner. His son, Thomas, inherited the Hall and here in 1652 George Fox, the founder of the Religious Society of Friends (Quakers), gained the support and encouragement of Margaret, Thomas' wife.
Swarthmoor Hall
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 0JQ
UK
Telephone: 01229 583 204
Email: info@swarthmoorhall.co.uk
Web: www.swarthmoorhall.co.uk
Furness Abbey
Furness Abbey, or St. Mary of Furness is a former Cistercian monastery situated on the outskirts of Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria. The abbey dates back to 1123 and was once the second wealthiest and most powerful monasteries in the country, behind only Fountains Abbey in North Yorkshire. It now lies in ruins and is a popular tourist attraction, lying on the Cistercian Way, (an ancient walk popular with tourists), which used to link the Abbey with the nearby town of Dalton-in-Furness.
Web: www.furnessabbey.org.uk
Web: www.english-lakes.com/furness_abbey.html
Barrow Dock Museum
Built over an historic graving dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects and information on the social and industrial history of the Furness area.
The Dock Museum
North Road
Barrow-in-Furness
Cumbria
LA14 2PW
Tel: 01229 876400
Email: dockmuseum@barrowbc.gov.uk.
Web: www.dockmuseum.org.uk
South Lakes Wild Animal Park
South Lakes Wild Animal Park is a 17-acre (6.9 ha) zoo established in 1994 by David Gill, and located at Dalton-in-Furness.
The park is a member of the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA) and bills itself as one of the best conservation zoos in the country.
South Lakes Wild Animal Park
Broughton Road
Dalton in Furness
Cumbria
LA15 8JR
Tel :01229 466086
Fax: 01229 461310
Email: enquiries@wildanimalpark.co.uk
Web: www.wildanimalpark.co.uk
Piel Castle and Piel Island
The ancient “Pile of fouldray” built by the abbots of Furness to protect their trade across Morecambe Bay. It is a splendid ruin with a nearby curious pub where the kings of Piel are crowned with ale. Access is an exciting crossing in a small boat from Roa Island.
Facilities: Camping and a fine harbour for small boats.
Tel: 01229 876505
E-mail: touristinfo@barrowbc.gov.uk
Web: www.pielisland.co.uk
Walney
Walney provides the chance to explore three internationally renowned nature reserves and miles of unspoiled pebble beach. The Island has Neolithic axe factory at the north end, a lighthouse at the south end and the ancient settlements of North Scale and Biggar Village in between.
Facilities: Good Pubs and eateries.
Tel: 01229 876505
E-mail: touristinfor@barrowbc.gov.uk
Web: www.walney-island.com
Picturesque Furness Villages
Ulverston is surrounded by historic villages, many of which have quaint pubs and fascinating old buildings, especially extremely fine old churches*. Within five miles are Aldingham, Baycliffe, Bardsea, Dendron*, Gleaston, Greenodd/Pennybridge, Pennington*, Scales, Great and Little Urswick*, all linked by an excellent network of footpaths. In particular, you could take the Cistercian Way.
Tel: 01229 587120
E-mail: Ulverstontic@southlakeland.gov.uk
Web: www.english-lakes.com
Dalton Castle
Dalton Castle is situated in the Market Place in the old town of Dalton-in-Furness. It is a 14th century tower built to assert the authority of the Abbot of Furness Abbey. For opening times visit the website, email or telephone the property.
Tel: 01524 701178
E-mail: daltoncastle@nationaltrust.org.uk
Web: www.nationaltrust.org.uk
