Furness Abbey: A Glimpse into England's Monastic Heritage

Getting There

• Car

  If you're driving to Furness Abbey from anywhere in Cumbria, the easiest route is to take the M6 motorway. From the M6, take the exit for A590 towards Barrow-in-Furness. Continue on the A590 until you reach the roundabout at the junction with the A591. Take the A590 exit, which will lead you into Barrow. Follow signs for the A5087 towards Walney Island until you see signs for Furness Abbey. The Abbey is located at Manor Rd, Barrow-in-Furness LA13 0PJ. There is parking available near the site, but check for any parking fees before you go.

• Public Transport - Train

  To reach Furness Abbey via train, first take a train to Barrow-in-Furness station. Trains run regularly from major cities like Manchester and Lancaster. Upon arrival at Barrow-in-Furness station, you can either walk (approximately 30 minutes) or take a local bus. If you choose to walk, exit the station and turn left onto Abbey Road, continuing straight onto Manor Road until you reach the Abbey. Alternatively, take the bus number 2 or 3 from the bus station adjacent to the train station, and disembark at the stop closest to Furness Abbey. Please check local schedules for bus times.

• Public Transport - Bus

  If you're already in Barrow-in-Furness, you can take local buses that serve the area around Furness Abbey. The bus numbers 2, 3, and 4 frequently run from Barrow town center. Board the bus from the main bus station and look for stops named after the Abbey or nearby landmarks. The fare for a single journey is typically around £2.50, but it may vary, so have some change ready. Once you reach the stop, it's a short walk to the Abbey entrance.