Ulverston
This quirky market town, renowned for its year round programme of colourful festivals, has many claims to fame, including being the birthplace of Stan Laurel and home of the Laurel and Hardy Museum. The twice-weekly street market, charming speciality shops and narrow, cobbled streets are a major draw for local people and visitors alike. Speciality food fairs selling organic produce and local delicacies are also held from time to time.
Ulverston marks the start of the 70-mile Cumbrian Way and holds many pleasant surprises for the visitor. The Lakes Glass Centre is another Ulverston attraction, offering a chance to see glassmakers using traditional methods and to visit the 'Gateway to Furness' exhibition. The town is credited with inventing pole vaulting as a sport in 1879.
Outside the town, high on a hill, sits the Hoad Monument, a copy of a lighthouse, built in 1850. It was built as a tribute to Sir John Barrow, (1764-1848) author, explorer and Under-Secretary to the Admiralty. The Monument is sometimes open to visitors. At the top are stunning views over Morecambe Bay and the Lake District.
Must see and do
- Lanternhouse, Ulverston
- Lakes Glass Centre, Ulverston
- Conishead Priory House & Temple Tours, Ulverston
- Gleaston Water Mill, Ulverston
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