Age UK South Cumbria

Age UK South Cumbria Our aim is to improve the quality of life for older people in the Borough of Barrow-in-Furness.

21/01/2026
We’ll be merging the Age UK Barrow & District page with Age UK South Cumbria on Monday 19 January.Don’t worry —...
15/01/2026

We’ll be merging the Age UK Barrow & District page with Age UK South Cumbria on Monday 19 January.

Don’t worry — there shouldn’t be anything you need to do. If you already follow Age UK Barrow & District, your follow should transfer automatically to Age UK South Cumbria.

If for any reason it doesn’t, please search for Age UK South Cumbria on Facebook and follow us to stay up to date with our latest news and updates.

Thank You!

Age UK South Cumbria great opportunity we had with stagecoach last year for a Grand Day Out. Great to work alongside and...
14/01/2026

Age UK South Cumbria great opportunity we had with stagecoach last year for a Grand Day Out. Great to work alongside and gain this experience for our clients.
Really great day out and our clients are certainly looking forward to the next 😁

Great opportunities to get our clients out in the fresh air. Same again next year 😁
17/10/2025

Great opportunities to get our clients out in the fresh air. Same again next year 😁

WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS ROLE, THANK YOU!*******************************************************...
14/10/2025

WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS ROLE, THANK YOU!
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We currently have a vacancy for a Store Associate to support the running of our brand new charity store, soon to open on Roose Road, Barrow-in-Furness.

Role to include serving customers and supporting volunteers. Full
training will be provided.

This is a full-time position,
35 hours per week.
5 days over 7 days.
£22,222 - £22,531
per annum pro rata.

Health and Pension
benefits.

Please contact our team for more information. [email protected]
or call us on 01539 728118

WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS ROLE, THANK YOU!*******************************************************...
14/10/2025

WE ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THIS ROLE, THANK YOU!
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We currently have a vacancy for a Store Manager to lead our brand new charity store, soon to open on Roose Road, Barrow-in-Furness.

Retail customer facing experience is essential. Experience of
working with and supporting volunteers is desirable.

This is a full-time position,
35 hours per week.
5 days over 7 days.
£22,986.60 - £23,514
per annum pro rata.

Health and Pension
benefits.

Please contact our team for more information. [email protected]
or call us on 01539 728118

There's no charge to be on our register. We are looking at helping local businesses when our clients require the followi...
19/09/2025

There's no charge to be on our register. We are looking at helping local businesses when our clients require the following services at home

Do you offer any of the following services in the Barrow-in-Furness, Dalton-in-Furness, Ulverston, and surrounding areas?

Why not join our register of local services for older people in the area?

Registering your service or business is simple:

1. Get in touch and request an application form.
2. Provide us with three references.
3. Once approved, we’ll add you to our list of local service providers.
(Please note: we are unable to recommend individual services directly.)

We are looking for:
Cleaners
Gardeners
Handy Person Services
Help at Home, Transport, and Shopping
Hairdressers
Plumbers
Electricians
Roofers
Builders

Please email: [email protected] or call us on 01229 831425

10/09/2025

Hi Everyone. Following the merger between Age UK Barrow and District with Age UK South Lakeland becoming Age UK South Cumbria We will be closing this page soon. All information in the future will be posted and found on the Age UK South Cumbria page. Please like the Age UK South Cumbria page to carry on following the charity.
Thank you for following and supporting us as a charity so far. We have plenty to look forward to in the future together

Please call the Barrow Office on 01229 831425 if you would like to book a place at our new lunch clubs to eat for lovely...
27/08/2025

Please call the Barrow Office on 01229 831425 if you would like to book a place at our new lunch clubs to eat for lovely food while socialising and meeting new people

Age UK South Cumbria has expanded its regular Lunch Clubs into Barrow-in-Furness and the surrounding areas.

Our Lunch Clubs are available to anyone aged 50 and over, offering a great way to socialise, meet friends old and new, and, of course, enjoy a decent meal in good company.

Come and join us at a Lunch Club near you!

https://www.ageuk.org.uk/southcumbria/activities-and-events/lunch-clubs/

For more detailed info:
https://www.compassehub.com/events?event%5Bdate%5D%5Bfrom%5D=&event%5Bdate%5D%5Bto%5D=&event%5Bpostcode%5D=&event%5Bsearch%5D=lunch%20club&event-page=5

For information on our new Lunch Clubs in and around Barrow-in-Furness please contact: [email protected]

Heartwarming story of our 3 generation of walking football volunteers from one family ❤️
20/08/2025

Heartwarming story of our 3 generation of walking football volunteers from one family ❤️

Age UK South Cumbria's walking football brings three generations of Barrow-in-Furness family together.

19/08/2025

Are you experienced in effectively supervising staff, with meticulous attention to detail and ability to work under pressure?

The Client Services Supervisor co-ordinates our busy team of Case Officers, Social Engagement Officers, and Volunteers, whilst independently undertaking holistic casework and managing their own caseload.

A proactive, positive approach is essential for this fast paced, varied and ultimately very rewarding position.

Based in our Barrow-in-Furness office
35 hours per week
Monday - Friday 9am-4.30pm
£32,851 - £35,726 per annum, pro rata

Please contact our team for more information:
[email protected] or call us on 01539 728118

Visit our website to view other exciting employment opportunities:
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/southcumbria/get-involved/current-vacancies/

Age UK South Cumbria Barrow Charity Shop telephone is currently unavailable. Please bear with us
19/08/2025

Age UK South Cumbria Barrow Charity Shop telephone is currently unavailable. Please bear with us

Our Barrow in Furness Charity Shop phoneline is temporarily unavailable

Our opening hours remain the same
Monday - Saturday, 9.30am to 4pm

We aim to have the phoneline reinstated as soon as we can.
If you have any queries regarding the Barrow shop please email: [email protected]

Thank You!!

Address

17 Finkle Street
Kendal
LA94AB

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 3pm
Tuesday 9am - 3pm
Wednesday 9am - 3pm
Thursday 9am - 3pm
Friday 9am - 3pm

Telephone

+441229831425

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