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Sir John Barrow Cottage blue plaque unveiling 19th June 11am

Posted on 10/06/2026

On Friday 19th June (which is Sir John Barrow’s birthday!) the Mayor, Cllr Paul Smith will unveil the new Town Council blue plaque on the Sir John Barrow cottage at 11am. The address is Dragley Beck, Ulverston LA12 0HA. All very welcome to attend! To coincide with this event, there will be a showing of… Continue Reading about Sir John Barrow Cottage blue plaque unveiling 19th June 11am

World Environment Day – FREE Drop-in Event

Posted on 05/06/2026

Celebrate World Environment Day! Saturday 13 June, 10am – 1pm The Coro, Ulverston Join us for a free drop-in event celebrating World Environment Day and discover how small changes can make a big difference to reduce textile waste and live more sustainably. What’s On Learn about textile waste – Representatives from Westmorland and Furness /… Continue Reading about World Environment Day – FREE Drop-in Event

Ulverston Open Gardens 2026 – Sat 20 & Sun 21 June

Posted on 18/05/2026

Ulverston Open Gardens return on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st June this year, as gardens across Ulverston open their gates for a weekend of discovery. Whether you are a keen gardener or simply looking for a relaxing day out, discover hidden corners, colourful borders and inspiring planting ideas in the many gardens across Ulverston taking… Continue Reading about Ulverston Open Gardens 2026 – Sat 20 & Sun 21 June

The new Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Ulverston 2026/ 2027

Posted on 18/05/2026

On Monday 18th May at the Annual Meeting of Ulverston Town Council, Cllr Paul Smith was elected as the new Mayor of Ulverston, and Cllr Christine Howard was elected as Deputy. Continue Reading about The new Mayor and Deputy Mayor of Ulverston 2026/ 2027

Ulverston 20mph speed limit proposals- have your say

Posted on 15/04/2026

Ulverston Town Council has provisionally secured funding through Westmorland and Furness Council to reduce the speed limit in the area to 20mph, to promote safer roads, reduce vehicle noise and enhance the environment for more walking and cycling. You can comment online here There will also be an opportunity to share views with the… Continue Reading about Ulverston 20mph speed limit proposals- have your say

Ulverston Town Council’s UK Town of Culture 2028 bid

Posted on 27/03/2026

Ulverston Town Council has officially submitted an Expression of Interest to become the UK’s first Town of Culture in 2028 – a chance to celebrate the town’s heritage, creativity and community spirit on a national stage. If successful, Ulverston would receive £3 million to deliver an exciting twelve month programme of arts, music, performance, heritage… Continue Reading about Ulverston Town Council’s UK Town of Culture 2028 bid

Ulverston Festivals, Heritage & Attractions Leaflet 2026

Posted on 16/03/2026

Ulverston hosts a number of celebrated festivals and events throughout the year. The 2026 Festivals & Events leaflet is now available to view HERE and in the ‘Visiting Ulverston’ section of our website, under ‘Leaflets’. You can find more information about festivals, events and what’s happening in Ulverston via the Choose Ulverston and Ulverston News… Continue Reading about Ulverston Festivals, Heritage & Attractions Leaflet 2026

Ulverston Eco Fair is back! Sat 18 April – FREE Event

Posted on 13/03/2026

Ulverston Eco Fair is back! Saturday 18th April, 10.30am – 3.30pm @ The Coro. The event is FREE to attend. We have so much going on this year…. -Don’t miss Catkin and Scraps ‘Make a Rug Mug’* hand-sewing WORKSHOP *Limited spaces available – book directly through the Catkin and Scraps website here – FREE ‘Make… Continue Reading about Ulverston Eco Fair is back! Sat 18 April – FREE Event

Ulverston Town Band receives Freedom of The Town

Posted on 19/02/2026

On Monday 16th February, the Mayor of Ulverston presented the Freedom of the Town to Ulverston Town Band. The accolade was awarded to mark the 175th anniversary of the band’s formation and their long-standing contribution supporting Civic events, festivals and many other activities in the town and beyond. Continue Reading about Ulverston Town Band receives Freedom of The Town

Freedom of the Town presentation – Mr Anthony Hewitt

Posted on 18/11/2025

At the November meeting of Ulverston Town Council, the Mayor of Ulverston presented the Freedom of the Town to Mr Anthony Hewitt. The decision to grant this accolade was unanimous by Town Councillors. As Founder of the Ulverston Music Festival, Mr Hewitt received Freedom of the Town for producing outstanding concerts in the town for… Continue Reading about Freedom of the Town presentation – Mr Anthony Hewitt

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