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Ulverston

England, United Kingdom · Europe

About Ulverston

Ulverston works well as a base: 15 minutes from Dalton in Furness, 23km from Lake Windermere.

Ulverston is a town located in England, United Kingdom. With a population of 11,356, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Ulverston sits in United Kingdom, where you drive on the left. It's in the Europe/London time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Ulverston to your route.

About Ulverston

Ulverston is a market town and civil parish in Westmorland and Furness, Cumbria, England. Historically in Lancashire, it lies a few miles south of the Lake District National Park and just north-west of Morecambe Bay, within the Furness Peninsula. Lancaster is 39 miles (63 km) to the east, Barrow-in-Furness 10 miles

Read more (16 km) to the south-west and Kendal 25 miles (40 km) to the north-east. In the 2001 census the parish had a population of 11,524, increasing at the 2011 census to 11,678.

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Ulverston offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Ulverston located?

Ulverston is located in England, United Kingdom, Europe. The coordinates are 54.1959 latitude, -3.0963 longitude.

What is the population of Ulverston?

Ulverston has a population of approximately 11,356 people, making it a town in United Kingdom.

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Quick Information

Population
11,356
Continent
Europe
Country
United Kingdom
Region
England
Timezone
Europe/London
Coordinates
54.1959, -3.0963

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in United Kingdom

Police
999
Ambulance
999
Fire
999
Non-emergency police
101
Driving side
left

112 also works. NHS non-emergency medical advice: 111. National Highways breakdown assistance on motorways: 0300 123 5000.

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Worth the detour from Ulverston

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

museum

Lakeland Motor Museum

Riverside museum at Backbarrow with 30,000 exhibits including 140 classic vehicles and a dedicated exhibition on the Campbells' Bluebird land and water speed record machines.

11 km · about 20 min drive

natural wonder

Lake Windermere

England's largest natural lake, stretching over 10 miles through the heart of the Lake District with stunning mountain backdrops.

23 km · about 25 min drive

famous road

Hardknott Pass

England's steepest road with gradients of 1-in-3, a white-knuckle single-track pass through the Lake District with a Roman fort at the top.

24 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Hardknott Pass Summit

England's steepest road pass with gradients up to 33%, offering spectacular views of the Eskdale valley and surrounding Lakeland fells.

24 km · about 25 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Wrynose Pass

A wild mountain pass connecting the Langdale and Duddon valleys with panoramic views of the central Lake District fells.

25 km · about 30 min drive

national park

Lake District National Park

England's largest national park with dramatic lakes, rugged fells, and literary heritage of Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter.

29 km · about 35 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Scafell Pike

England's highest mountain at 978m, a challenging ascent rewarded with panoramic views stretching to Scotland, Wales and the Isle of Man.

30 km · about 35 min drive

scenic viewpoint

Wastwater

England's deepest lake, ringed by towering screes, voted Britain's favourite view and reached by a single dramatic dead-end road.

30 km · about 35 min drive

Driving roads near Ulverston

  • 24 kmHardknott PassEngland's steepest road with gradients of 1-in-3, a white-knuckle single-track pass through the Lake District with a Roman fort at the top.
  • 24 kmHardknott Pass SummitEngland's steepest road pass with gradients up to 33%, offering spectacular views of the Eskdale valley and surrounding Lakeland fells.
  • 25 kmWrynose PassA wild mountain pass connecting the Langdale and Duddon valleys with panoramic views of the central Lake District fells.
  • 30 kmScafell PikeEngland's highest mountain at 978m, a challenging ascent rewarded with panoramic views stretching to Scotland, Wales and the Isle of Man.
  • 30 kmWastwaterEngland's deepest lake, ringed by towering screes, voted Britain's favourite view and reached by a single dramatic dead-end road.
  • 32 kmKirkstone PassThe Lake District's highest motor road, topped by an ancient inn and sweeping views over Brothers Water.

Driving in United Kingdom

Drives on
the left
Petrol
~€1.73/litre
Motorway tolls
None

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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