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The abbey, an inspiration for both Wordsworth and Turner, was founded in the early 12th century by Stephen, later king of England. By the time Henry VIII ordered its dissolution in 1537 it was the second richest in England.

An inspiration for both Wordsworth and Turner …

March 22, 2013by ConnectCumbria

The abbey, an inspiration for both Wordsworth and Turner, was founded in the early 12th century by Stephen, later king of England. By the time Henry VIII ordered its dissolution in 1537 it was the second richest in England.

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Barrow-in-Business, Places To Visit, History, Education, Furness Guide
Tythebarn House B&B is the perfect place for M6 travellers to pause - just 5 minutes from Junction 36, in the quiet Westmorland village of Holme.  A comfortable stopover for business people.  An excellent base from which to explore the Lakes, Dales, Cumbrian Coastal Path and Limestone Link. A quiet retreat for guests to relax and unwind.

Come as a Guest – Leave as a Friend!

March 6, 2013by ConnectCumbria 3 Comments

Tythebarn House B&B is the perfect place for M6 travellers to pause – just 5 minutes from Junction 36, in the quiet Westmorland village of Holme. A comfortable stopover for business people. An excellent base from which to explore the Lakes, Dales, Cumbrian Coastal Path and Limestone Link. A quiet retreat for guests to relax and unwind.

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Accommodatioon, Boosting Furness, Welcome To Furness
Cumbria Festival of Sport

Cumbria Festival of Sport

January 31, 2013by ConnectCumbria

On Sunday 17 March at Hawcoat Park a family day will run featuring Tennis, Rugby, Basketball, Multi Sports, Tag Rugby, Rounders, Cricket , Boccia, Netball, Orienteering, Shooting and Table Tennis.

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EVENTS, Sport Related
The Abbey House Hotel in Barrow in Furness has just been voted as The Best Wedding Venue in Cumbria. Set in fourteen acres of private woodland and gardens on the outskirts of Barrow-in-Furness in South Cumbria. The hotel takes its name from the neighbouring ruins of Furness Abbey.

The Best Wedding Venue in Cumbria

December 12, 2012by ConnectCumbria

The Abbey House Hotel – Voted as The Best Wedding Venue in Cumbria & One Of The Best Hotels in the Lake District.. Set in fourteen acres of private woodland and gardens on the outskirts of Barrow-in-Furness in South Cumbria.

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Welcome To Furness, Business Networking, Wedding Services, Accommodatioon, Christmas Parties, Barrow-in-Business, Boosting Furness, Dalton-in-Funress, Hotels
Reflections Photography is based in the Lake District, and specialises in weddings, portraits and events throughout Cumbria, Lancashire and the North. We also offer the MPA Cherubs baby photography scheme.

Reflecting On Your Treasured Moments …

November 27, 2012by ConnectCumbria

Reflections Photography is based in the Lake District, and specialises in weddings, portraits and events throughout Cumbria, Lancashire and the North. We also offer the MPA Cherubs baby photography scheme.

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Barrow-in-Business, Boosting Furness, Business, EVENTS, Photographers, Professional Services, Wedding Services, Welcome To Furness
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We love walking and so does your dog

November 13, 2012by ConnectCumbria

Our Walk, Play & Train Programme is a unique, exciting, dog friendly alternative to the more formal methods of training your pet.

Once we develop a personalised programme, we will take your dog out several times each week, to socialise, exercise and most importantly, learn.

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Dog Training, Education, Outdoor Pursuits, Pets and Livestock, Welcome To Furness
We seek to amaze and enthrall our audiences, to make the world a  slightly brighter place..... to create something that will linger on in people's minds long after the sky has gone dark....

We seek to amaze and enthrall our audiences …

November 6, 2012by ConnectCumbria

We seek to amaze and enthrall our audiences, to make the world a
slightly brighter place to create something that will linger on in
people’s minds long after the sky has gone dark….

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EVENTS, Party Supplies, Stag & Hen Parties, Wedding Services, Welcome To Furness
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Automotive Photography by Damian Hock

October 31, 2012by ConnectCumbria

A Cumbria based Automotive and Event Photographer

To book a photo-shoot for your car or event

Telephone – 01229 472352 / 07412167463

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Car Maintenance, EVENTS, Outdoor Pursuits, Photo Gallery, Photographers, Promotional Signs, Welcome To Furness
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Future Stars

October 17, 2012by ConnectCumbria

Future Stars Drama School offers a secure and upbeat environment where young people whom have a great interest in drama can come and enjoy being themselves and meeting others.

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Busy Mums Club, Education, EVENTS, Welcome To Furness
During the medieval period, the traffic to and from Furness must have been fast and furious, with Bow Bridge carrying a steady stream of pedestrians and pack-horses laden with corn, malt, salt and other goods. The bridge may have been constructed specifically to link the abbey with the nearby New Mill, but its position on one of the most important medieval trading routes in north-west England must surely be of even greater significance.

A fine example of a three-arched medieval bridge

August 21, 2012by ConnectCumbria

There has been an established packhorse route running through Barrow-in-Furness since the Middle Ages, and Bow Bridge was constructed to help aid the effective flow of traffic across Mill Beck to the nearby Furness Abbey.

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Welcome To Furness, Bistro/Restaurant, Outdoor Pursuits, Places To Visit, History
Brett has worked on the yards of some very some well known people in the horse industry including, Racehorse Trainer Donald McCain Jnr. and Show Rider Robert Walker.

Brett Newsham DipWCF

August 20, 2012by ConnectCumbria

Brett has worked on the yards of some very some well known people in the horse industry including, Racehorse Trainer Donald McCain Jnr. and Show Rider Robert Walker.

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Farrier, Pets and Livestock
The Historical Gleaston Castle

One of my favourites …

August 9, 2012by ConnectCumbria 3 Comments

Gleaston’s tranquil setting makes it a walkers dream and an ideal place to cycle or partake in a spot of Horse Riding.

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Barrow-in-Furness, Bistro/Restaurant, Gleaston, Welcome To Furness
Scott Davidson Plumbing & Heating

Scott Davidson Plumbing & Heating

July 27, 2012by ConnectCumbria 1 Comment

Welcome to Scott Davidson Plumbing and Heating Scott Davidson Plumbing and Heating is based in Ulverston and covers the Barrow, Dalton, South Lakes and Lake District regions of Cumbria. Services: […]

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Welcome To Furness
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Find Your Dream Property

July 27, 2012by ConnectCumbria

At TFT Cumbria Property Rentals, we can help you with all your rental needs. People think using a letting agent is expensive, but using a letting agent can save you money and valuable time.

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Accommodatioon, Professional Services, Property, Property Rentals, Welcome To Furness
A590 Tyres

A590 Tyres Services – Hands Down The Cheapest In Town!!!!

July 25, 2012by ConnectCumbria

Cumbria‘s Only fully mobile tyre repair and replacement service. We come to you, at home at work or even on the roadside.Tyres supplied, repaired, fitted and digitally balanced from our state of the art van

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TRADESMEN, Tyre Services
NJB Photography - I have always worked with people, people inspire me, the creativity and potential that people have, their passion, their love, their determination and endurance.

People Inspire Me …

July 24, 2012by ConnectCumbria 3 Comments

I have always worked with people, people inspire me, the creativity and potential that people have, their passion, their love, their determination and endurance.

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Photographers, Welcome To Furness

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Featuredby ConnectCumbria 3 Comments

An area steeped in history, with more than a sprinkling of magic, makes this an excellent choice of location for any memorable get together, party, company event, team building experience or simply a weekend away with the family.

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Welcome To Furness
Local Tradesmen

Local Tradesmen

February 27, 2012by ConnectCumbria 4 Comments

Here To Help … A1 Removals Whether your moving within Barrow, or to the surrounding Furness areas of Dalton and Ulverston, further afield. A1 Removals can deliver your goods to anywhere in Great Britain at an affordable […]

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TRADESMEN, Plumbing & Heating, Barrow-in-Business, Professional Services
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A590 Mobile Tyre Services – Furness

February 27, 2012by ConnectCumbria

  WE COME TO YOU!! Cumbria‘s Only fully mobile tyre repair and replacement service.   We come to you, at home at work or even on the roadside.   Tyres supplied, […]

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Barrow-in-Furness, Welcome To Furness, TRADESMEN, Barrow-in-Business, Car Maintenance, Tyre Services
Amanda Mystic Tooke

Amanda Angel Mystic Tooke

January 20, 2012by ConnectCumbria 3 Comments

Amanda “The Angel Mystic” from Mystic Moon, in Windermere.  I do Angel and Psychic readings via skype or phone for people all over the world.  But there is nothing quite like […]

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Holmescales Activity Centre

December 12, 2011by ConnectCumbria 1 Comment

Lake District Outdoor Activities & Team Building Pure exhilaration and fun at Holmescales. We provide corporate events in the Lake District, management training, team building activities, group events and our […]

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Outdoor Pursuits

Alternative Christmas party

December 12, 2011by ConnectCumbria 3 Comments

ALTERNATIVE CHRISTMAS PARTIES Are you bored with the same old Christmas parties? Looking for something different? If so then Holmescales Activity Centre have the answer – why not try something […]

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Christmas, Christmas Parties
Scott Davidson Plumbing & Heating

Scott Davidson Plumbing & Heating

August 26, 2011by ConnectCumbria 2 Comments

Services: bursts, leaks, blockages, drips, refits, energy efficiency advice, bathrooms, kitchens, washing machines, taps, toilets, baths, basins, pipes, emergency call outs, free quotations.

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TRADESMEN, Plumbing & Heating, Barrow-in-Business, Professional Services
Farmer Andrew Sharp

Mastering Meat Course

July 5, 2011by ConnectCumbria 1 Comment

Farmer Sharp Andrew Sharp has been involved in farming and the meat trade most of his life. He is an alleged world renowned expert in agriculture farming and food. Andrew […]

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Bistro/Restaurant, EVENTS, Butcher, Barrow-in-Business, Professional Services

Eco Extreme Clean

July 5, 2011by ConnectCumbria 2 Comments

A Commercial and Domestic CLEANING SERVICE in Cumbria using 100% plant extract cleaning products. Services include … Carpet Cleaning Oven Cleaning, Domestic & Commercial Kitchens End of Tenancy Cleaning Holiday […]

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