Ulverston Town Council

19/06/2026

Summer solstice opening times this Sunday at the Sir John Barrow Monument

This coming Sunday is the summer solstice. We will be open from 04:15 am for any hardy souls who would like to see the sunrise on the longest day of the year. Sunrise is at 04:38

19/06/2026

**UPDATE**

Police and emergency services remain at the scene this morning following a report of a man in significant distress inside a property on Dale Steet, Ulverston yesterday (18 June).

The man remains inside the address.

Emergency services have identified the presence of a potential firearm within the address and a substance, believed to be noxious, is also being intermittently released from inside the address.

Due to concerns for the safety and wellbeing of the individual and those nearby, a wider evacuation has been put in place.

Chief Superintendent David Pattinson, Cumbria Constabulary, said: “We appreciate that the current emergency services activity in Ulverston may cause concern for the local community.

“Assessments are ongoing and will take some time to safely carry out.

"Armed response officers remain at the scene, and a cordon remains in place to ensure the safety of those in the area.

"Those evacuated are all cared for and being accommodated with families and friends or in nearby facilities.

"We continue to thank you for your on-going support. We understand the disruption this incident is having in our communities, including those affected by the evacuation, road closures and those concerned for loved ones in the area.

"Members of the public are continued to ask to avoid the area and anyone with concerns should approach officers or call Cumbria Police on 101."

18/06/2026

HAF bookings now open.
See link in Westmorland and Furness Council post below, for more details.

Bookings are now OPEN!

Families can now book free summer holiday places through the Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme.

Activities available through HAF include sports, arts and crafts, music, drama, science sessions, cooking activities and creative learning, all delivered by experienced schools, community groups and youth organisations.

Children can attend up to 16 days of activities during the summer holidays.

Places are limited so book early to avoid missing out.

Book now: https://eequ.org/westmorlandandfurnesscouncil

Family Hubs in South Lakeland
Family Hubs in Eden
Family Hubs in Barrow-in-Furness
Westmorland and Furness SEND Partnership

18/06/2026

18/06/2026

DAVE DAY - THE LAST RIDE HOME

A procession of around 40,000 motorbikes taking part in Dave Day are due to come through Ulverston on Saturday afternoon en-route to Barrow. They are riding from London to Barrow (TV Chef Dave's Myers hometown) with bikers joining along the route to celebrate Dave's life. This will be the third and final Dave Day event.

Thank you to Booths for giving permission for our banner, we will be putting it up tomorrow to welcome all riders to the town on Saturday!

The procession is due approximately 2.30pm through Ulverston, please bear this in mind if you are due to travel on Saturday and plan your journey accordingly. There will be many places to watch along the A590 as the riders come through the town.

Dave Day "I'm having a DAVE day!"

17/06/2026

🏊FREE local water safety sessions for children aged 7–14 years.

✅ Learn how to:
• Control breathing during cold water shock
• Float to stay alive
• Spot risks and make safer choices
• Help someone in trouble safely.

To take part your child must be able to swim 25m.

Book now at a leisure or outdoor centre near you:
https://bit.ly/WaterSafetySessions

Appleby Leisure Centre
Kendal Leisure Centre
Penrith Leisure Centre
Ulverston Leisure Centre
Dalton Leisure Centre
Barrow Park Leisure Centre
Windermere Outdoor Adventure Centre
Windermere Lake Wardens

17/06/2026

17/06/2026

If you're looking for something to do tomorrow in Ulverston with your littles, this looks fun :)

17/06/2026

SHOWING TONIGHT! 🍿 🎬

'Les Intouchables' will be showing at The Roxy Cinema Ulverston this evening at 7.30pm to raise funds for the Ulverston-Albert Twinning Association.

The film is in French with English subtitles.

Les Intouchables is a heartwarming French comedy-drama based on a true story. It follows the unlikely bond between Philippe, a wealthy quadriplegic aristocrat who became disabled after a paragliding accident, and Driss, his streetwise, newly-hired caregiver.

The film has an IMDBb rating of 8.5 out of 10 and stars Francois Cluzet and Omar Sy. Viewers overwhelmingly praise the film for its heartwarming true story, brilliant chemistry between the leads, and perfect balance of humor and emotion.

Les Intouchables received 38 awards, as well as a BAFTA nomination.

Tickets can be purchased online via this link https://ulverston.nm-cinemas.co.uk/ulverston/out-now or on the door.