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Askam-in-Furness

The seaside village of Askam-in-Furness lies on the northern coast of the Furness Peninsula, with a beautiful long sandy beach stretching in front that hosts spectacular sunset views to the west across the Irish Sea.

Walk along the windswept pier that stretches out into the River Duddon Estuary. It’s unusual surface hints at Askam’s industrial history, as it is made from a waste product, known as slag, from the old iron works. This is a great spot to watch for the beautiful birdlife that nest among the dunes with panoramic views to the Lakeland Fells and across the wild coastline.

Stop in at a cosy local pub or head to the beach with fresh fish and chips for a picnic dinner. Stroll around the village and visit the local farm shop, or view the elegant Victorian-era drinking fountain with its fluted columns.

Askam is easily accessible by rail, whether travelling south from Carlisle or west from Lancaster, Northern Trains offers a scenic coastal journey to Askam-in-Furness. Plus there are easy connections through Manchester and Preston. The town can be accessed by car via the A595.

Culture & Heritage

Askam-in-Furness was once famed as an industrial mining area. The discovery of significant iron ore deposits in 1850 turned out to be England’s second largest iron ore deposit. Over 7 million tonnes were extracted!

This brought hundreds of workers to the area from across Britain and put Askam on the map, with a railway station opening in 1851 and rows of terraced houses popping up to accommodate the influx of miners and their families.

Askam has since relinquished its mining days and is perhaps now better known for its abundance of wildlife and beautiful sand-dune nature reserves.

Surrounding Areas

Barrow-in-Furness – Steeped in heritage and brimming with exciting attractions.

Furness Abbey – View the impressive remains of the abbey founded in 1123. Once the most powerful Cistercian monastery in Britain.

Sandscale Haws – An outstanding national nature reserve, with beautiful sand-dunes and an abundance of wildlife.

Watching the sun go down over Morecambe Bay is the stuff memories are made of

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Lonsdale House Boutique Apartments

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Lonsdale House Boutique Apartments, Daltongate, Ulverston, Cumbria, CA12 7BD

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01229 265 217

Ulverston

Lonsdale House Boutique Apartments is a self-catering apartment in Ulverston, Lake District. We offer 13 beautifully designed, self-contained, pet-friendly apartments suitable for leisure, family, and business travel. Each apartment combines comfort…

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Askam-in-Furness Train Station

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Dudden Road, Askham, Cumbria, LA16 7EN

Askham

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Tramper Hire - South Walney Nature Reserve

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

Telephone
01539 816300

Barrow-in-Furness

With stunning views across Morecambe bay, this shingle island reserve is full of interest and a fantastic place for bird watching. South Walney Nature Reserve is home to the only grey seal colony in Cumbria. An off-road mobility tramper can be…

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Cumbria Crystal

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Oubas Hill, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7LB

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01229 584400

info@cumbriacrystal.com

Ulverston

England's last luxury glassblowing factory making crystal for royal families & luxury stores worldwide. As seen on Downton Abbey, James Bond and even in the new Bentleys. Factory shop, live demonstrations and experiences available throughout the…

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The Gill Car Park, Ulverston

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The Gill, ULVERSTON, Cumbria, LA12 7BN

ULVERSTON

Parking spaces: General: 43, Disabled spaces: 3, Motorcycle spaces: Can use any of the spaces with consideration. No height restrictions.
Open 7 days a week including bank holidays from 8am to 6pm.

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Abbey Mill Coffee Shop

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Abbey Mill Coffee Shop, Custodian Cottage, Abbey Approach, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbra, LA13 0PJ

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07468515354

jackie.abbeymill@gmail.com

Abbey Approach, Barrow-in-Furness

Abbey mill is an independent coffee shop situated in a 15th century building overlooking Furness Abbey . Join us for breakfast, lunch or afternoon tea and Lakes ice cream. Homemade scones and cranberry teacakes our speciality . Full afternoon tea…

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Hodbarrow Nature Reserve

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RSPB Hodbarrow, Mainsgate Rd, Millom, Cumbria, LA18 4JY

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01697 351330

Millom

Hodbarrow Nature Reserve is a coastal lagoon and area of grassland which is located on the site of a former iron mine on the west coast of Cumbria, close to the town of Millom.

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