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Dalton-in-Furness is a town in the ceremonial county of Cumbria, England. It is in the parish of Dalton Town with Newton, in the Westmorland and Furness district. In 2011 it had a population of 7,827. It is 4 miles (6 km) north east of Barrow-in-Furness.
Dalton-in-Furness. Former capital of Furness. Established in 1127, Furness Abbey grew in importance to become the second richest and most powerful Cistercian abbeys in England. Dalton was the secular headquarters and market for Furness Abbey.
Dalton-in-Furness. A town in Dalton (Town) with Newton parish, Barrow-in-Furness borough, Cumbria, England (OS grid ref SD2374).
Dalton Castle is a grade I listed 14th-century peel tower situated in Dalton-in-Furness, Cumbria, England, and in the ownership of the National Trust. It was constructed by the monks of Furness Abbey for the protection of the nearby market town, and was the building from which the Abbot administered the area and dispensed justice.
Information on the historic Cumbria town of Dalton-in-Furness, with a town history, beautiful photos, nearby accommodation, and visiting information.
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Dalton-in-Furness. Brief History. Once the ancient capital of Furness, Dalton is a close neighbour to Lindal and Marton. Dalton was mentioned in the Domesday Book as Daltune. It was situated on a hilltop in a predominantly agricultural area, far enough from the sea to be protected from pirates.
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The ancient market town of Dalton-in-Furness was once the most important town on the Furness Peninsula, with a rich history that predates medieval times. This pretty town lies in a narrow valley inland from the coast and just north-east of Barrow-in-Furness.
