Furness Abbey (Barrow-in-Furness)

Furness Abbey is a ruined abbey in South Cumbria, just outside Barrow in Furness. In its heyday it used to be the home of the Cistercian monks. Location ******* The abbey can be found on the A590, approximately 30 minutes drive from the M6 and there's a small car park outside the visitors centre. There's a regular bus service (6A) which passes within a 10 minute walk of the abbey entrance, and this bus can be caught from the nearest bus stop to the railway station in Barrow. There's a less frequent service from Dalton in Furness and other towns along the A590. Opening Times ************ Easter to Summer 10am-5pm ...  Read the complete review

I have been here many times and it is one of my favourite places on earth, I just had to suggest it to Dooyoo and share this gem with fellow Dooyooers. My first memory of coming here is from about age 6 when I went one evening with my Grandad. The best memories I have of the Abbey were of before the visitor centre opened as it is today. My Grandad who knew everyone, knew one of the care takers and we would often jump the fence (naughty I know so don't arrest me) in the early evening when the abbey closed. I love history, old buildings and atmospheric places so this place ticks all the boxes for me. I have fond memories of coming here with my Grandad and ...  Read the complete review