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Askam in furness the Lake District

Askam in Furness, also known as Askham in Furness, the Lake District, was famous for its involvement in the iron ore industry. The industrial buildings have long since been demolished, but many of the landmarks around the town still show signs of its earlier history.

Askam Pier was made from slag from the works, and many streets are named after the former industrial background of the town. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, Askam has its own lifeboat station and a fountain commemorating Queen Victoria´s Jubilee. Askam in Furness is well worth a visit for its fabulous views across the Duddon Estuary, and its long beach which is a breeding site for the country´s rare Natterjack Toad.

If you are looking to tour around the Lake District and take in a few of the sights around Askam in Furness, places to go include:

The Laurel and Hardy Museum

Situated in Ulverston, the town where Stan was born in 1890, the Laurel and Hardy Museum is just 5 miles from Askam. Here you will find information about the lives of Stan and Olly, and enjoy photographs, films and documentaries about the comic duo whose films were famous around the world. Laurel and Hardy memorabilia is on sale, along with videos, postcards and prints of the pair. This is a must-see attraction for any Laurel and Hardy fan.

Holker Hall and Gardens

Situated at Grange-over-Sands, just 9 miles from Askam, is the impressive Holker Hall and Gardens. The house is set in beautiful countryside with picturesque gardens merging into parkland, with hills on one side and the wide expanse of Morecambe Bay on the other.

Cartmel Racecourse

Cartmel Racecourse provides the perfect day out if you fancy a flutter on the horses. Probably one of the most picturesque villages in England, Cartmel is a must if you enjoy beautiful scenery and a day at the races, and is just 12 miles from Askam.

If you enjoy the peace and quiet of Askam, but want to tour the Lake District, you can find a wide range of accommodation and hotels at Windermere, Ambleside, Keswick, Ullswater, Grasmere, Maryport, Whitehaven, Penrith, Hawkshead and Ulverston. The nearest villages to Askam include Ireleth, Hodbarrow and Millom.

The essence of the Lake District can be found in many of the outlying villages and towns. If you are staying in one of the more popular areas of the Lake District, such as Windermere or Bowness, you can hire a car nearby and tour around the lesser known areas and lakes. Boutique hotels in Windermere, Camp sites in Coniston, Guest houses in Grasmere and B & Bs in Braithwaite can be booked before you travel, and you will be spoilt for choice when you arrive with a vast and varied range of things to see and do. Main attractions in the Lake District can be found from any tourist information office, and you are advised to pick up a map and explore this unique and beautiful part of England for yourself.

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