Location: Barrow-in-Furness
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Top 10 Things to do in Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom (UK)
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. Piel Island
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 217 reviews
Reviewed By Jceps
Live piel island. Been here every year for past 4 years camping with our family. Children love climbing the rocks near the ruined castle and going on the pebble beach. Adults love to chill whilst they do this !
Views are beautiful.
Pub sells lively food and staff are warm and welcoming
Looking forward to return next year
2. South Lakes Safari Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Explore, Discover, Adventure, South Lakes Safari Zoo. From the Swahili word meaning journey or expedition SAFARI ZOO is a unique journey into the animal kingdom. Come face to face with and discover Rhinos, Lions, Tigers, Bears, Hippos, Wolves, Snow leopards, Jaguar, Giant otters, Primates, Vultures, Penguins and much, much more at the UK's most interactive animal park and Europe’s only Safari Zoo.. You’ll have a fantastic adventure immersed with some of the rarest wildest animals on the planet. HEAR. TOUCH. SMELL. SEE feed your senses and the animals too - Hand feed giraffes every day, walk in amongst and hand feed penguins; wander amongst and discover kangaroo, lemurs, monkeys, free flying birds – including (for the brave) vultures and condors all living wild in the park. Daily interactive animal keeper led talks and animal feedings.
Reviewed By Anthony G - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Horrendous zoo. Conservation not touched upon at all. This zoo is all about entertainment. The animals are kept in tiny, bare enclosures with no stimulation. Really wish we had read some articles about it before going along. DO NOT GO TO THIS ZOO IF YOU HAVE ANY NOTION OF ANIMAL WELFARE AT ALL.
3. The Dock Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 423 reviews
Reviewed By UlverstonJanet - Ulverston, United Kingdom
It had been a long time since our last visit so a cold day in February provided an opportunity for a second visit. The permanent Exhibitions about the areas history are excellent, just the right amount of detail. The temporary exhibition though small was very...MoreThank you for taking the time to review our museum. We are glad to hear you enjoyed your visit. Check our website to find out about any future temporary Exhibitions at the museum. We look forward to welcoming you back.
4. Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 280 reviews
Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre is an internationally renowned centre for meditation, where everyone is welcome to enjoy a peaceful environment or join in the many programmes offered throughout the year. Whether you are looking for a day visit to the Buddhist Temple, house or grounds, an introduction to Buddhist meditation, or in depth courses and retreats, Manjushri KMC offers an enjoyable and meaningful experience. Daily free 15 minute guided meditations held in the World Peace Temple, everyone welcome. Each day there is a guided meditation at 12.30pm and 2pm.
Reviewed By Alastair M
We had a nice visit to Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre on our way home from the Lake District. We took our dog for a walk along the woodland trail, which has plenty of benches where you can sit and think under the tree canopy, but it’s worth noting that there are no bins around. The temple is beautiful and very different to anything else you’ll see nearby - or further afield for that matter. We didn’t sample any of the classes on offer here, but there are plenty of options, including free meditation sessions. We finished with lunch in the cafe; dogs are allowed in the lounge so we ate there. The room was spotless, with people cleaning and polishing every nook and cranny. The hummus and cucumber Sandwich was very nice, coming on chunky bread, with potato salad, crisps and carrot strips. Afterwards, I ordered a slice of apple cake and it was one of the nicest cakes I’ve had in some time. The same couldn’t be said of my partner’s chocolate and caramel slice; it was nothing like what we expected, and I don’t even know how to describe it, but maybe it’s an acquired taste. The whole meal was very inexpensive, and the walk around the grounds was free (unlike Muncaster Castle), making it excellent value. After a quick browse in the shop, we headed off having had an enjoyable, unique experience. Highly recommended.
5. Furness Abbey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 356 reviews
Reviewed By Emma J - Poulton Le Fylde, United Kingdom
Really enjoyed my visit here today. The lady who chatted to my friend and I in the visitor centre was very helpful and extremely knowledgeable. We will be back next year on a brighter day to see the sunset and the shadows these impressive ruins will create. Really fascinating place to visit - we spent 3 hours there but would spend longer in warmer weather. Wear sensible footwear in wet weather, we had walking boots on and were so glad we did. The accessibility of the site is really good and I imagine families would love letting kids run on the grass and in and out of the arches and hiding places. Well recommended!
6. Black Bull Dalton
Overall Ratings
5 based on 10 reviews
Family Pub with live music every Saturday night. Snug area with real log burning fire. Quiz Nights. Food coming soon.
Reviewed By derick c - Manchester, United Kingdom
Stumbled on this pub and what a find. New owners Lorraine and Mike where really friendly and knowledgable about the area. The pub has really low priced drinks and great offers and to top it all a real log burning fire. There is a rear beer garden which I didn't use due to the weather and there was entertainment advertised for the weekend A Great traditional Lake District pub and great value. Lorraine tells me she will also be serving food in the new year hopefully as traditional as the pub itself
Five stars all round
7. The Beggar's Theatre
Overall Ratings
5 based on 52 reviews
The Beggar's Theatre lies in the heart of the community of Millom, Cumbria. The theatre is a modern and versatile space and also the home of Moore Arts: Millom, a company dedicated to developing and promoting young talent within the community through the Arts. The Beggar's Theatre has a wide variety of Performances throughout the year including comedy, theatre pieces, children's shows and variety
Reviewed By 1judyG - Whitehaven, United Kingdom
Visited tonight to see a performance by Tayo Aluko. It's so amazing that so close to home there is a theatre of this quality. A variety of genres - comedians, musicians, theatre. Great atmosphere and cheap bar.
8. Barrow Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 118 reviews
Reviewed By HondaSP2 - Isle of Man, United Kingdom
The Gardens of Barrow park are superb, and a credit to the horticultural staff.
The park is a lovely place to stroll through during the day (although, as in every park, evidence of night time anti-social behaviour was to be occasionally glimpsed) - plus it has a delightful lake with much bird life, and a miniature steam railway, which runs most weekends.
Only downside for young families, is that sadly, the Town Council has now seen fit to deprive its residents of the rowing and paddle boats that used to be available for hire on the lake - which certainly brightened my childhood in years past.
9. Haverigg Beach
10. Roanhead Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Baz909 - Suffolk, United Kingdom
Easy and quick to reach from main road. Clean fine sand and pleanty of big dunes. Tide moves out for miles and back making spectacular views to the lake district hills and fells across the sand bars. Find others enjoying the warm sunny days stripped off soaking up the atmosphere and freedom to practice naturism.
