Welcome to Marton

Marton is a small village located in the county of Cumbria, England. It is situated near the town of Ulverston and is surrounded by beautiful countryside. The village has a population of around 500 people and is known for its peaceful and tranquil atmosphere. Marton is a popular destination for tourists who are looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life and enjoy the natural beauty of the area.

One of the main attractions in Marton is the St. James Church, which dates back to the 12th century. The church is a beautiful example of Norman architecture and is known for its stunning stained glass windows. Visitors can also explore the churchyard, which is home to a number of historic graves and monuments. Another popular attraction in Marton is the Marton Arms, a traditional English pub that serves delicious food and drinks. The pub is a great place to relax and enjoy a pint of local ale after a long day of exploring the village.

Marton is also located near a number of other popular tourist destinations in Cumbria, including the Lake District National Park and the town of Windermere. Visitors can take a short drive to these areas and enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and water sports. Overall, Marton is a charming village that offers visitors a peaceful and relaxing escape from the stresses of modern life.

Local Schools

School	Details
Ireleth St Peters C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Rachael Mcfarlane	Kirkby Road Ireleth Askam In Furness Cumbria LA16 7EY 01229462753 School Website
Lindal And Marton Primary School Academy Converter Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fiona Doran	Pit Lane Lindal Ulverston Cumbria LA12 0NB 1229462710 School Website
Pennington C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Helen Storey	Pennington Ulverston Cumbria LA12 0RR 01229587253 School Website
Askam Village School Foundation School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Fiona Newton	Lots Road Askam In Furness Cumbria LA16 7DA 01229462814 School Website
Burlington C Of E School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sarah Powell	School Road Kirkby In Furness Cumbria LA17 7UH 01229889210 School Website
Our Lady Of The Rosary Catholic Primary School, Dalton-In-Furness Academy Converter Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Bernadette Charnley	Crooklands Brow Dalton-In-Furness Cumbria LA15 8LB 1229467987 School Website
George Romney Junior School Community School Ages:7-11 Head Teacher Mr David Reddy	Cobden Street Dalton In Furness Cumbria LA15 8SE 01229463002 School Website
Chapel Street Infants And Nursery School Community School Ages:3-7 Head Teacher Mrs Scott Macmillan	Chapel Street Dalton In Furness Cumbria LA15 8RX 01229467465 School Website
Dowdales School Community School Ages:11-16 Head Teacher Ms Emma Aubrey	Dalton In Furness Cumbria LA15 8AH 01229469800 School Website
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Ulvertson Academy Converter Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Laura Byrne	Springfield Road Ulverston Cumbria LA12 0EA 1229583449 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Askam Duddon Road, Askam-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA16 7EN 1.66 Miles

Kirkby-In-Furness Marsh Side, Kirkby-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA17 7UB 2.18 Miles

Ulverston Station Approach, Off Princes Stree, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0DP 2.79 Miles

Dalton Station Approach, Dalton-In-Furness, Cumbria, LA15 8QA 3.19 Miles

Millom Station Road, Millom, Cumbria, LA18 4AY 4.13 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Go Cabs 01229 582177 4 Ulverston Road, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 0JB 2.17 Miles
D And B Taxis 01229 464279 49 Queen Street, Dalton In Furness, Cumbria, LA15 8EH 2.85 Miles
D And B Taxis 01229 586038 The Center Of Ulverston, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7AA 2.86 Miles
Dalton Airport Services Ltd 01229 466743 Chapel Street, Dalton In Furness, Cumbria, LA15 8SL 2.86 Miles
Pauls Taxis 01229 586669 22 Hallfield, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9TA 2.91 Miles
Andy Travel 01229 462309 8 Elliscales Av, Dalton In Furness, Cumbria, LA15 8BW 3.02 Miles
Travel Xpress Taxis Dalton 01229 466333 Beckside Road, Dalton In Furness, Cumbria, LA15 8DZ 3.10 Miles
I C Taxis 01229 582765 1 Bigland Dr, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9NU 3.15 Miles
Mckenna's Taxis 01229 582180 12 Sunderland Terr, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7JY 3.15 Miles
Ulverston Airport Services Ltd 01229 583106 22 Oakwood Drive, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9HH 3.22 Miles

Local Post Boxes

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Martin No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ireleth No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Main Stteet Pennington No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Saves Lane No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Soutergate No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Dove Court No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Duddon Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Askam Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:30 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Rowe Head No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:15:15 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Rosside No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Ulverston Road No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
The Lots No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Beckside No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Kirkby In Furness Post Office No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:10:30 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Trinkled Avenue No More Collections Today Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Duddon Valley Medical Practice 01229 889247	Kirkby Surgery Askew Gate Kirkby-In-Furness Cumbria LA17 7TE
Ulverston Health Centre (Murray) 01229 484141	Ulverston Comm.Health Ctr Stanley Street Ulverston Cumbria LA12 7BT
Ulverston Community Health Centre 01229 484100	Ulverston Comm.Health Ctr Stanley Street Ulverston Cumbria LA12 7BT
Minor Surgery Service 01229 484040	Ulverston Comm.Health Ctr Stanley Street Ulverston LA12 7BT
Ulverston Community Health Centre - Covid Local Vaccination Service 2	Ulverston Community Health Centre Stanley Street Ulverston LA12 7BT

Local Stores

Askam
Duke Street
Askam-In-Furness
Cumbria
LA16 7AA
01229 462503
shop.4588@coop.co.uk
Store Website
1.75 miles

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SPAR Ulverston
68 Mountbarrow Road
Ulverston
Cumbria
LA12 9NR
01229584134
Store Website
3.2 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Alexander Vets Ulverston
Victoria Road Ulverston Cumbria LA12 0BY 01229 582900 info@alexandervets.co.uk Website 2.95 miles
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Church Walk Veterinary Centre - Ulverston
St Mary'S Place Church Walk Ulverston Cumbria LA12 7EN 01229 583675 reception@churchwalkvets.co.uk Website 2.98 miles
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Furness Veterinary Centre
131 Market Street Dalton-In-Furness Cumbria LA15 8RG 01229846782 info@furnessvets.co.uk Website 2.98 miles
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Mckinney Veterinary Practice Ltd
1 Mainsgate Road Millom Cumbria LA18 4JZ 01229 716230 4.13 miles
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Tynedale Farm Services (Farm Gate Vets)
Unit 1A Crakeside Business Park Greenodd Ulverston Cumbria LA12 7RT 015315 67899 vet@farmgatevets.com Website 5.18 miles

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Mckinney Veterinary Practice Ltd
East View Church Street Broughton-In-Furness Cumbria LA20 6HJ 01229 716230 brownemckinney@aol.com 5.72 miles
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Local Dog Walks

High Dam
High Dam Is A Picturesque Tarn Close To Finsthwaite And Lakeside At The Southern End Of Windermere. LA12 8BJ 9.74 miles Take The A590 From Newby Bridge, With Signs To Barrow-In-Furness And Ulverston. Take The Bridge Over The River Leven Toward Hawkshead. Head For Finsthwaite Village And The Car Park Located A Little To The North.

Gummers How
Gummers How Carpark Staveley-In-Cartmel Lancashire 10.77 miles Gummers How Carpark Staveley-In-Cartmel, Ulverston La12 8Nw

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Coniston (Coppermines Valley)
This Walk, Starting From The Village Of Coniston, Takes You Up Into The Spectacular Coppermines Valley And Takes In The Copper Heart Stone And Working Waterwheel. LA21 8EH 12.29 miles Head Into Coniston On The A593. Once In The Village, Take The B5285 To The Ruskin Avenue Car Park.

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Tarn Hows
A Circular Walk Amongst The Trees And Around The Edge Of The Water’S Edge Of The Tarn. LA22 0PP 13.93 miles From Ambleside, Take The B5286 To Hawkshead, Following The Signs To Hawkshead Hill, The Signs For Tarn Hows.

Windermere
Windermere Lake Is 10.5 Miles Long, One Mile Wide And 220 Feet Deep, Making It The Largest Natural Lake In England. It Is Surrounded By Mountain Peaks And Villages, Including Bowness-On-Windermere. LA22 0LR 14.19 miles Take The B5285 From Hawkshead To Far Sawrey. Continue On Through Far Sawrey And Follow The Signs To Windermere.

Tarn Hows
Unnamed Road Ambleside Lancashire LA22 0PP 14.33 miles

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