Ulverston

Over the years the town has been the birthplace of several famous sons - Sir John Barrow, born at Dragley Beck, was the Admiralty's Second Secretary - a much more important position than first secretary; comedian Stan Laurel of Laurel & Hardy fame; Lord Birkett - he represented Britain at the Nuremberg Trials - to name just a few.

In the Domesday Book, the town was referred to as 'Ulvreston' and was of sufficient note to receive a Market Charter in 1280.

Ulverston keeps its old market town appearance, and market days are held on Thursdays & Saturdays.

The town is set between the sea and the mountains, being only minutes away from the beautiful Lake District.

Well worth a visit.