History
Having quite the background in history since AD430, Ulverston has survived through the ages. Over the years we have seen King Edward I grant the town Market Charter status, John Rennie construct the Ulverston Canal in 1795 and in 1846 a railway was born.
Today, Ulverston is a busy market town, offering an array of high street and small boutique shops, local produce and vibrant pubs and bars. Mixing traditional cobbled streets, colourful houses and a sense of community you will be hard beaten to find anywhere else. Offering plenty to see and do with an excellent amount of culture and events for all to be involved in.
Events/Festivals
Another Fine Fest – A local music and art festival. https://anotherfinefest.co.uk/
Dickensian Festival – One of the most popular Christmas festivals in the country. Home | Ulverston Dickensian
Retro Rendezvous – A day to celebrate and admire many a classic vehicle. Retro Rendezvous – The Lake District Vintage Festival
Ulverston Pride -Only started in 2024 but proving a firm favourite. Ulverston Pride Festival – Choose Ulverston
And the Lantern Festival – Celebrating light and creativity in our town. Ulverston Lantern Festival – Annual Community Event
Area
Situated close to Barrow which houses one of the area’s largest employers BAE. Kendal to the north-east known as the Gateway to the Lakes plus the bottom of Coniston water which is perfect if you like cold water swimming, paddle boarding or kayaking. There are plenty of walks to enjoy with multiple fells to conquer as well as woodland walks within Grizedale forest close by.
Transport
Ulverston Railway Station – Offers travel over the bay to Arnside and Grange-over-Sands as well as Lancaster and all the way to Manchester.
Buses – Several services run between Kendal, Barrow, Grange-over-Sands, Coniston and Spark Bridge.
Famous People
Stan Laurel aka Arthur Jefferson – Born in Ulverston in 1890, he became most famous with American born Oliver Hardy with their hilarious slapstick comedy.
Norman Birkett – After being born in September 1950, served as a deputy British Judge during the Nuremberg Trails as well as receiving his education at Barrow in Furness Higher Grade School.