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Furness
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"Experience
the grandeur of this 700 year old monastery"
A wonderful church and small chapter house grace this ruined abbey
of red sandstone in a secluded valley.
Furness Abbey was founded in 1123 by Stephen, Count of Blois,
later King Stephen. The abbey was originally in the hands of the
Savigny order of monks, but was later taken over by the Cistercian
order.
Furness Abbey,
Barrow-in-Furness,
Cumbria,
LH13 0TJ
Tel: 01229 826 3420
www.english-heritage.org.uk
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Cumberland
Estate Agents |
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"Cumbria's
largest estate agency chain"
Cumberland
Estate Agents,
186-188 Dalton Road,
Barrow-in-Furness,
Cumbria,
LA14 1PR,
Tel:
01229 877 575
Fax: 01229 832 663
www.cumberland.co.uk |
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BARROW-IN-FURNESS
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Lakes
Gliding Club |
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"Fly
all year round"
An enthusiastic friendly group of people all dedicated to flying,
mainly gliding but who also have power and hang gliding types in
their midst.
The fleet of gliders is designed to cover the complete range of
abilities from novice to expert flying from three hard, pristine
runways.
The Lakes Gliding Club,
Walney Airfield,
Barrow-in-Furness,
Cumbria,
LA14 3YJ
Tel: 07860 135447
www.lakesgc.co.uk
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Poole
Townsend
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"You're
in Safe Hands"
Poole
Townsend,
65-75 Duke Street,
Barrow-in-Furness,
Cumbria,
LA14 1RP
Tel:
01229 811811
Fax: 01229 824705
www.pooletownsend.co.uk |
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Abbey
Tavern |
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"Family
run business offering good food and quality accommodation"
Located within the
grounds of Furness Abbey.
Friendly staff ensure
that your evenings are enjoyable, whether you are relaxing in the
pleasurable surroundings of the dining area or having a drink in
the licenced bar.
The Abbey Tavern,
Abbey Approach,
Barrow-in-Furness,
Cumbria,
LA13 0PJ
Tel: 01229 825 359
www.abbeytavern.co.uk
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Information Centre |
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Forum 28
Duke Street
Barrow-in-Furness
Cumbria
LA14 1HU
Tel:
01229 894784
Fax: 01229 894703
www.barrowtourism.co.uk |
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Barrow-in-Furness Tourism
Website |
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"Information for residents and tourists on how to
spend leisure time in the area"
The Borough of
Barrow-in-Furness is situated at the southern tip of
Cumbria, to the north of Morecambe Bay and set against the
spectacular backdrop of the English Lake District Mountains.
One of the best kept secrets in Britain, Barrow is a
Victorian built town with a proud heritage of innovation,
surrounded by beautiful beaches and inspiring scenery. It is
a destination of surprises.
www.barrowtourism.co.uk |
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Dock
Museum
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"Superb
modern flagship building"
The Dock Museum is a
striking modern building on a scenic channelside site.
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 894444
www.dockmuseum.org.uk
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Abbey
House Hotel |
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"Everything
is totally devoted to you"
Built in 1914 and set in 14 acres of private woodlands and gardens
- there’s something
special about getting married here.
Perhaps it is the blissful surroundings or the privacy of the
grounds or the unique ambience of the hotel.
Couples appreciate the ease with which they can accommodate the
interests of family and friends (a wide choice of menus, as well
as special rates and discounts for guests are available).
Abbey House Hotel,
Abbey Road,
Barrow-in-Furness,
Cumbria,
LA13 0PA
Tel: 01229 838 282
Fax: 01229 820 403
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