Ulverston and Hoad Monument – Sir John Barrow Monument loop from Ulverston

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Ulverston and Hoad Monument – Sir John Barrow Monument loop from Ulverston

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Ulverston and Hoad Monument – Sir John Barrow Monument loop from Ulverston

02:45

10.2km

130m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: September 25, 2026

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Start point

Train Station

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719 m

Ulverston and Hoad Monument

Highlight • Historical Site

A lovely market town on the Furness Peninsula, Ulverston is made up of quaint cobbled streets and historical buildings. The small town has plenty of things to see and do. You can visit the world's only Laurel and Hardy Museum (Stan Laurel was born here), stroll along the world's shortest, deepest, and widest canal, or visit the Lakes Glass Centre were molten glass is transformed into works of art.

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727 m

Cyclist Mural, Ulverston

Highlight • Monument

1.04 km

Ulverston

Highlight • Cafe

Brilliant town, lovely cafes, pubs, accommodation, lots of independent shops including ace bike shop Ride Bikes. Sells parts, clothes, accessories, workshop.

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2.69 km

Sir John Barrow Monument

Highlight • Historical Site

The Sir John Barrow Monument is a 30 metre tower at the top of the 133 metre Hoad Hill, at Ulverston. It commemorates Sir John Barrow (1764-1848), who was born in Ulverston and was a founding member of the Royal Geographical Society. He travelled to China and South Africa as a diplomat and held the post of Second Secretary to the Admiralty from 1804 until 1845. The monument is not a lighthouse: it has never had a functional light.

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6.13 km

Foot of Ulverston Canal

Highlight • Rest Area

You pass this point where the canal meets the Ulverston Channel on the Cumbria Coastal Way. The view over the water is wonderful. There are benches for picnics here.

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7.35 km

View of Hoad Monument

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9.33 km

Ulverston town centre

Highlight • Historical Site

A former iron ore port, today Ulverston is an attractive market town. Famously the birthplace of Stan Laurel, fans will be delighted by the Laurel and Hardy Museum. The centre has all manner of amenities, with plenty of accommodation options, eateries and pubs.

Ulverston is a good base for exploring the estuaries that spill out into Morecambe Bay, as well as for heading up to Coniston and Windermere in the South Lakes.

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9.52 km

Laurel & Hardy Statues

Highlight • Monument

Installed in County Square in 2010 as part of the square's regeneration. The statue stands outside Coronation Hall where Laurel and Hardy appeared on the balcony in 1947.

Stan Laurel was born in Ulverston on June 16th 1890.

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