Top 10 Budget-friendly Things to do in Barrow-in-Furness, England

August 16, 2021 Mikaela Didonna

Barrow-in-Furness /ˈbæroʊ ɪn ˈfɜːrnəs/ FUR-nəs, commonly known as Barrow, is a town and borough in Cumbria, England. Historically part of Lancashire, it was incorporated as a municipal borough in 1867 and merged with adjacent districts in 1974 to form the Borough of Barrow-in-Furness. At the tip of the Furness peninsula, close to the Lake District, it is bordered by Morecambe Bay, the Duddon Estuary and the Irish Sea. In 2011, Barrow's population was 57,000, the second largest urban area in Cumbria, after Carlisle. Natives of Barrow, as well as the local dialect, are known as Barrovian.
Restaurants in Barrow-in-Furness

1. Furness Abbey

Manor Road, Barrow-in-Furness LA13 0PJ England +44 1229 823420 [email protected] http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/furnessabbey
Excellent
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4.5 based on 459 reviews

Furness Abbey

Reviewed By Dannys1407 - Crawley, United Kingdom

This was our second visit to the site, the member of staff was fantastic, was so enthusiastic and nothing was to much trouble, she was full of information and very passionate about the abbey, its history & surrounding area, this was worth our visit alone. It was very peaceful even with the restoration work that is taking place, we look forward to visiting again

2. The Dock Museum

North Road, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 2PW England +44 1229 876400 [email protected] http://www.dockmuseum.org.uk/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 526 reviews

The Dock Museum

The Dock Museum is a striking modern building on a scenic channelside site with free admission. Built in a historic nineteenth century dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects on the social and industrial history of the Furness area. Barrow-in-Furness was a small farming village rapidly transformed into a bustling industrial town within a few decades. It has been the cutting edge of technology for more than a century with submarines, airships, warships and beautiful liners being built in this little-explored town. Find out more about the fascinating heritage of the area from cave finds, Viking treasure, Victorian life, Anderson shelters and the Second World War as well as Barrow’s long history building vessels (and still building submarines today). Our facilities include landscaped site and channelside walks linking to the Cumbria Coastal Way, playground, cafe and we are fully wheelchair accessible.

Reviewed By Climber52

Covid-19 protocols in place mean that this is a place you can safely visit . ( Contact details taken on arrival , masks worn , hand sanitising available and marked entry / exit routes . ) Good car parking . Free entry ( suggested donation of £2 per person which we were happy to pay . ) A very good , smallish , museum with scenes and artefacts depicting the history of Barrow-in-Furness and surrounding area . For me one of the highlights was the models of ships / boats . Absolutely amazing ! As an added bonus there is an on site cafe with friendly helpful staff and freshly made sandwiches ( and a sneaky bowl of chips ! ) Outside there is a play area and plenty of places to sit and watch the world go by . All in all well worth a visit .

3. Barrow-in-Furness Library

Barrow-in-Furness Library Barrow-in-Furness Library Ramsden Square, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 1LL England +44 1229 894370 [email protected] http://www.barrowbc.gov.uk/Default.aspx?page=163
Excellent
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Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 32 reviews

Barrow-in-Furness Library

4. The Forum theatre

28 Duke Street, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 1HH England +44 1229 820000 [email protected] http://www.theforumbarrow.co.uk
Excellent
54%
Good
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Satisfactory
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4.5 based on 57 reviews

The Forum theatre

The forum is middle scale venue in Barrow-in-Furness, with a varied programme of events. We are also able to host conferences, meetings and events. The venue has a lovely coffee shop and bar which is open 6 days a week.

Reviewed By allertonlad - Northallerton, United Kingdom

Another visit to this very well laid out, modern theatre in Barrow to see Fascinating Aida. Great sight lines, friendly & helpful staff, and a decent bar. Will hopefully be back again in the not too distant future.

5. Piel Island

Piel Island, Barrow-in-Furness LA13 0QJ England +44 7516 453784 http://www.pielisland.co.uk
Excellent
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4.5 based on 269 reviews

Piel Island

Reviewed By Kissi71 - Geislingen, Germany

Piel Island is always top of our bucket list whenever we are in Cumbria to visit the family. A lovely relaxed day out, a nice boat trip with John, a pint in the sun and a natter with the friendly staff. Kids collecting shells, people playing rounders, and last time we even saw some seals! Already looking forward to our next stay, meanwhile stay safe!

6. Earnse Bay

Walney Island, Barrow-in-Furness England
Excellent
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4.5 based on 87 reviews

Earnse Bay

Reviewed By omnium - Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Truly beautifull! A wonderful scenic panoramic view of the peninsula across to Black Combe even the Isle of Man on a clear day!

7. Barrow Park

Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 5EY England +44 1229 876564 http://www.barrowbc.gov.uk/default.aspx?page=1656
Excellent
63%
Good
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4.5 based on 155 reviews

Barrow Park

Reviewed By 1Sky2Lark - Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom

A good well laid out park for all ages to walk and meet with a well looked after gardens and paths a coffee shop bowling greens and band stand a few minutes walk from railyway station or town wih a lake to stroll around well worth a visit

8. Little Subs

331 Rawlinson Street Unit 2, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 1BS England +44 1229 434065 [email protected] http://www.littlesubs.co.uk
Excellent
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4.5 based on 49 reviews

Little Subs

Large indoor softplay & bounce. Situated in the centre of Barrow In Furness. Football arena, a range of inflatables, toddler area, slides, ball pools, disco dome and much more. Suitable for children from new or upto 10 years old. Serving hot & cold food all day.

Reviewed By 349stevenr - Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom

Started coming here every time we have the grandkids (fortnightly) they love it. Best play centre in town in my opinion. Great staff always friendly & helpful. First time today we did the play & eat deal and must say for the price the food was really good & reasonable priced £24 for two kids & two adults including 2 hours play. Would highly recommend little subs it has lots of different areas from bouncy castles to trampoline, football, slides & a soft play area for younger kids. All in all a great day out. 5*

9. South Walney Nature Reserve

Coastguard Cottages Walney Island, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 3YQ England +44 1229 471066 http://www.cumbriawildlifetrust.org.uk
Excellent
62%
Good
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4.5 based on 85 reviews

South Walney Nature Reserve

Reviewed By jblinny - Warrington, United Kingdom

Lovely place to visit. The gentleman in the office was very knowledgeable and guided us where to go and what to see. Took us about 2hrs at a leisurely pace. Stopped off to see the seals. Could see them bobbing in the water in the distance. Would have been nice to get a bit closer but appreciate it’s their space. Would highly recommend

10. Sandscale Haws National Nature Reserve

Hawthwaite Ln, Barrow-in-Furness LA14 4QJ England
Excellent
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4.5 based on 47 reviews

Sandscale Haws National Nature Reserve

Reviewed By glenn_hudson - Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom

Great free day out for NT members although the car park fee is reasonable if you aren’t. Beach walk or walk among the many sand dunes. Great views of the lakes mountains,Irish sea and if lucky the Isle of Man.

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