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Barrow-in-Furness

With the sea on three sides and the Lakes on the other, the bustling Victorian town of Barrow-in-Furness makes the most of its enviable location. There’s some great walking and cycling routes that start in the town centre, whose wide streets lined with impressive sandstone buildings are evidence of the town’s 19th century prosperity as one of the country’s major shipbuilding centres.

Barrow-in-Furness enjoys a stunning coastline and takes in two estuaries. With impressive coastal views you just have to stop for a while to take in the sheer expanse of Morecambe Bay and the Duddon Estuary.

Things to do

Where to start? You are spoilt for choice with attractions, indoor and out, in Barrow-in-Furness.

Learn about the fascinating history of the town’s industrial and maritime past at the Dock Museum, which is free to visit and has a great outdoor adventure playground. Barrow also has a wealth of heritage buildings including Piel Castle, an imposing Victorian town hall, and Barrow Park.

Stay a while longer and enjoy some retail therapy. Barrow’s indoor market is one of the largest in Cumbria and featured on the Hairy Bikers Go North BBC2 series. The town centre is home to a vibrant array of quirky independent retailers who offer a friendly welcome and helpful customer service.

There's also a vibrant array of nature and wildlife to enjoy. A visit to Walney Island is a must: it's home to the North and South Walney Nature Reserves, the latter of which is home to Cumbria's only grey seal colony. It's also a great place for bird watching. 

From Walney head along the north-western peninsula to Roanhead beach and sand dunes, alongside the Sandscale Haws Nature Reserve. A sun-trap on a bright day, families will love exploring the natural world and playing hide and seek among the dunes.


Culture & Heritage

Barrow can trace its heritage back thousands of years. It's Viking legacy can be seen in placenames like North Scale (from ‘skali' - Norse for summer dwelling), Biggar (from ‘bygg gar' meaning barley field) and Roa (red island). The name ‘Furness’ is derived from ‘Far Ness’ (or ‘distant headland’) – its remoteness being one of the main reasons why the monks chose to build an abbey here.

The establishment of Furness Abbey in 1127 had a major impact on the area. By the early 13th century, it was the second largest monastery in England. Piel Castle was also used by the monks as a warehouse to store grain and wool prior to shipment overseas.

For centuries Furness was part of Lancashire and being an isolated northern outpost it was left quietly undisturbed until the mid-19th century. The arrival of the Furness Railway in 1846 made it much easier to transport iron ore and slate out of the area. Within 40 years, Barrow went from being a small village on a remote headland to a large industrial town with railway, docks, iron/steelworks and a thriving shipyard.

Barrow’s growth was really down to the efforts of three men: local iron ore magnate Henry Schneider, Furness Railway Company general manager James Ramsden and Lord Cavendish, 7th Duke of Devonshire, who put up most of the money.

Ramsden had the notion of using Barrow's steel to build ships and with money invested by the railway company and the Duke of Devonshire, the Barrow Shipbuilding Company was formed in 1871. Two years later the company launched its first sailing vessel and started building ships for clients all over the world. Over 1000 vessels, from warships to oil tankers and passenger liners, have been built here since 1873.

In 1897 the shipyard and engineering works were taken over by Vickers who ran it for nearly a century. The Company developed the model estate of Vickerstown on Walney in the early 1900s to provide homes for shipyard workers, complete with shops, churches, a farm and a park. At around the same time, a bridge was opened to link Walney with Barrow (re-named Jubilee Bridge in 1935).

Today, the steel industry has disappeared but shipbuilding is still at the economic core of the town with BAE Systems continuing to build submarines for the Royal Navy in the huge Devonshire Dock Hall that dominates the southern part of the town.


Surrounding Areas

Askam-in-Furness - Askam and Ireleth are villages just outside of Barrow.

Dalton-in-Furness - In medieval times Dalton was the administrative centre of Furness, with strong links to nearby Furness Abbey.

Walney Island - The Furness Peninsula is capped by Walney Island - a curving ‘whale tail' that has protected Barrow from the sea for centuries.


Did you know?

THE BARROW BLITZ

During World War II, Barrow was targeted by the Germans because of its ability to build warships and submarines. In May 1941 the Luftwaffe launched a mighty bombardment aimed at the shipyard and steelworks, which were left relatively unscathed. Instead, thousands of homes were either destroyed or damaged.

HOUSEWIFE, 49

Victoria Wood’s compelling drama ‘Housewife, 49’ charts the daily life of a Barrow housewife and mother through her diaries, written during the Second World War. The film won two BAFTA awards for the actress, comedian and writer.

DALTON CASTLE

The castle, built by Furness Abbey in the 14th-century as a courthouse and prison, was also used as a refuge for Dalton townsfolk and livestock during Scottish raids.

FURNESS ABBEY

Founded in 1127 Furness Abbey was one of the wealthiest Cistercian abbeys in England until it was ‘dissolved' by Henry VIII in 1537. Its treasures were removed, the lead stripped from the roof and the walls partly demolished to leave the ruins standing testimony to the Abbey's former glory days. 

'LEADING LIGHTS'

The tall structure on the beach at Rampside is one of 13 ‘leading lights’ that were erected between 1850 and 1870 to guide ships through the Walney Channel. After being threatened with demolition, the brick-built ‘lighthouse’ is the only one of its kind and still flashes a light to ships at sea.

PIEL CASTLE

This 14th century stronghold on Piel Island, built by Furness Abbey as a warehouse to store grain and wool, was also the centre of a lucrative trade in smuggling organised by the monks. In 1487 the castle was invaded by Lambert Simnel and his followers as part of their abortive attempt to seize the crown from Henry VII. On the island is the Ship Inn where the landlord, known as the ‘King of Piel', can bestow the title ‘Knight of Piel Island' on visitors.

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  14. Philharmonic Tracks 2027
    Philharmonic Tracks 2027
    RLPO presents – Philharmonic Tracks 2027

    Address

    Barrow Library, Ramsden Square, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 1LL

    Telephone

    +441229820000

    John.boyd@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    Discover symphonic sounds up close and personal, as musicians from the Orchestra dive into orchestral blockbusters, familiar favourites, some new discoveries – plus a few special surprises!

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  15. Bat Out Of Hell
    Bat Out Of Hell
    Heaven Can Wait – The Meat Loaf Concert Experience

    Address

    Town Hall, Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LD

    Telephone

    +441229820000

    John.boyd@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    Heaven Can Wait returns with a spectacular, high-octane production celebrating the 50th Anniversary of Bat Out of Hell — the album that redefined rock theatre forever. This is not a tribute band. This is a full-scale rock concert experience.

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  16. Silent Disco
    Silent Disco
    Family Silent Disco

    Address

    The Dock Museum, The Dock Museum, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2PW

    Telephone

    01229 820000

    John.boyd@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    Join us for our fab, fun, family silent disco with the following channels to choose from:

    Ch. 1 Child Friendly Music

    Ch.2 Cheese

    Ch.3 Guiltily Pleasures

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  17. Scenery on Wildlife Tracking Tour with Cumbria Wildlife Trust at South Walney Nature Reserve
    Scenery on Wildlife Tracking Tour with Cumbria Wildlife Trust at South Walney Nature Reserve
    Equipment on Wildlife Tracking Tour with Cumbria Wildlife Trust at South Walney Nature Reserve
    Family on Wildlife Tracking Tour with Cumbria Wildlife Trust at South Walney Nature Reserve
    Scenery on Wildlife Tracking Tour with Cumbria Wildlife Trust at South Walney Nature Reserve
    Equipment on Wildlife Tracking Tour with Cumbria Wildlife Trust at South Walney Nature Reserve
    Family on Wildlife Tracking Tour with Cumbria Wildlife Trust at South Walney Nature Reserve
    Wildlife Tracking After Hours at South Walney Nature Reserve with Cumbria Wildlife Trust

    Address

    South Walney Nature Reserve, Walney, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 3YQ

    Barrow-in-Furness

    Have this special coastal nature reserve all to yourselves for an after-hours adventure! Track wildlife across the reserve using different equipment and techniques, with the help of our expert guides.

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  18. Come And Sing
    Come And Sing
    RLPO presents – Come and Sing 2026

    Address

    Town Hall, Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LD

    Telephone

    +441229820000

    John.boyd@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    Back by popular demand, Come and Sing returns to Barrow, bringing voices together for a fun, relaxed and friendly singing workshop.

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  19. Exterior of The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria © Becky Goligy: Photographer
    Exterior of The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria © Becky Goligy: Photographer
    Double bedroom with a view at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Double bedroom at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Dining room seating at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Dining room seating at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Dining room seating with windows at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Exterior and outdoor seating at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Food and drink from The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Food from The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Sunset as seen at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Exterior of The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria © Becky Goligy: Photographer
    Double bedroom with a view at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Double bedroom at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Dining room seating at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Dining room seating at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Dining room seating with windows at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Exterior and outdoor seating at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Food and drink from The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Food from The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    Sunset as seen at The Dunes Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria
    The Dunes Hotel

    Address

    The Dunes Hotel, Hawthwaite Lane, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 4QW

    Telephone

    01229461200

    info@theduneshotel.co.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    40 comfortable bedrooms, breakfast available daily, free on-site parking and Coast Restaurant & Lounge for relaxed dining, drinks and evening meals throughout your stay.

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  20. King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys
    King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys
    King Pleasure and the Biscuit Boys

    Address

    Town Hall, Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 2LD

    Telephone

    +441229820000

    John.boyd@westmorlandandfurness.gov.uk

    Barrow-in-Furness

    With nearly 7,000 performances across 27 countries in 40 years, King Pleasure & The Biscuit Boys are one of the world's leading jump, jive and swing bands.

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