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Furness Abbey

Furness Abbey,Barrow-in-Furness Address
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Furness Abbey
Barrow-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA13 0PJ
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Furness Abbey,Barrow-in-Furness Telephone No.
01229 823420
hours
Dates Opening Times Opening Days
1 Apr-30 Sep 10am-5pm Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1-31 Oct 10am-4pm Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
1 Nov-20 Mar 10am-4pm Thu, Fri, Sat, & Sun.
Closed 24-26 Dec and 1 Jan
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Parking On Site
disabled facilities
Disabled Access
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Set in a valley in the Vale of Nightshade, the remains of the abbey of St Mary of Furness. It was founded in 1123 by Stephen who later became King of England. The visitors centre houses an exhibition on the history of Furness.
facilities
  • English Heritage
  • Gift Shop Or Shop