“ Great option for a wet weather day! You could also combine it with a trip to the Dock Museum to learn about Barrow’s shipbuilding heritage.”

“Located in the Vale of the Deadly Nightshade (halfway between Barrow and Dalton-in-Furness), Furness Abbey was founded in 1123 and was the second largest, richest, and influential abbey in the country. In 2012, excavations uncovered the grave of a Cistercian abbot, which also contained a very rare medieval gilded crosier and jewelled ring – these are now on display in the visitor centre.”

“Another wet weather option – learn about shipbuilding in Barrow-in-Furness and perhaps combine with a trip to the cinema.”

“The Dock Museum (free entry) is well worth a visit. Exhibitions on the history of the town, focus on the shipbuilding industry (now BAE Systems), the steelworks industry (Barrow once had the world’s largest), the Furness Railway and the World War II bombings of the town. There is also a Viking gallery, containing numerous Viking treasures found in the local area, including the Furness Hoard.”

“More than 250 species of bird have been recorded at the site and it is home to Cumbria’s only colony of grey seals (access to the beach where the seals are located is prohibited, however seal trips from nearby Roa Island are available via the Piel Island ferry, link below). ”

“You will find a diverse range of events and activities at The Forum, as we again aim to bring exciting entertainment to Barrow-in-Furness. There should be something for everyone during the current season and we are very proud to welcome Internationally renowned performers alongside local dance and amateur groups.”

“Fascinating little island off Barrow-in-Furness with a castle, pub and its own king! The ferry runs from April to September, weather permitting.”

“Great place to eat if you are on the way to/back from Piel Island or the seal trips.”

“Furness Abbey, or St. Mary of Furness is a former monastery located in the northern outskirts of Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, England”

“North Walney reserve is home to Natterjack toads and the Walney geranium – an incredibly rare flower that is only found on the island. ”