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Built by Monks, Dalton Castle Standing proud overlooking Dalton, the ancient capital of Furness, is the small but impressive pele tower known as Dalton Castle. The monks of Furness Abbey built the castle in the 14th Century as a manorial courthouse for Furness.
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 is the ancient and historic capital of Furness and has approximately 8,000 residents at the current time. Ideally located less than thirty miles from the Lake District and close to the...
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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. Dalton became prosperous in the 1100s, thanks to the wealth and modernising influence of...
Dalton Castle is a 14th Century pele tower, situated on a hill overlooking the Dalton area and Furness Abbey. It was probably built by the Abbot of Furness Abbey as a defence against Scots raiders, and was used for holding courts and running civil administration. Market Place, in front of the castle, was the original site of the town market. You ca...
1. Dalton-in-Furness, Mediaeval Capital to Mining Community. Rock Battye. 2006. Cumbrian Railways Association. ISBN 0-9540232-4-2. 2. Barrow and District. F Barnes. 1968 (reprinted 1978). Barrow-in-Furness Corporation. 3. Lake District Life. Discovering Dalton article. Amanda Griffiths. Nov/Dec 2005. Archant Life. [Go to History]
14th-century tower built to assert the authority of the Abbot of Furness Abbey. Market Place, Dalton-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA15 8AX. Opening times. See on map. Visitor information. Things to see and do. About Dalton Castle.
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 .
Jan 9, 2019 · Dalton is a wonderful little town and as the Ancient Capital of Furness it holds a wealth of history hidden amongst the houses. From a medieval pele tower (Dalton Castle) to a 18th Century Pinfold...
