Ulverston Cottages with Hot Tubs

Get More From Your Ulverston Hot Tub Cottage Break

Sightseeing

Ulverston packs a surprising punch for a small town. The Laurel & Hardy Museum (County Square, LA12 7LZ) opens Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm and celebrates Stan Laurel's connection to the town with original memorabilia and film screenings. Entry costs just £5 for adults.

The Hoad Monument (LA12 7JP) stands proud on Hoad Hill and was built in 1850 to commemorate Sir John Barrow. It's free to visit and the walk up takes about 20 minutes. The monument itself opens weekends in summer months, weather permitting.

Swarthmoor Hall (LA12 0JQ) dates back to 1652 and played a key role in Quaker history. The gardens are beautiful and there's a small café serving homemade cakes. TripAdvisor gives it 4.5/5 from 120+ reviews.

Conishead Priory (LA12 9QQ) houses a Buddhist temple and offers peaceful woodland walks. The café serves excellent vegetarian food and you might spot red squirrels in the grounds. It's free to enter but donations are welcomed.

Pet Friendly

I've brought my dog to Ulverston several times and found it extremely welcoming. Many pubs allow dogs inside including The Rose & Crown and The Kings Arms - both serve good food and keep water bowls by the bar.

The Cumbrian Coastal Way provides miles of dog-friendly walking. The section from Ulverston to Greenodd follows the old railway line and is flat and easy - perfect if your dog isn't up for fell walking.

Pets Corner at Ford Park (LA12 7JP) has rabbits, guinea pigs and chickens. Dogs must stay on leads but it's a lovely spot for a walk with enclosed gardens and a café that welcomes four-legged visitors.

Most cottages with hot tubs in Ulverston provide dog beds, bowls and sometimes treats. We recommend checking if the garden is fully enclosed before booking, especially if your dog likes to wander!

Top 3 attractions you have to see in Ulverston

South Lakes Safari Zoo (LA12 0LU) sits just outside town and houses over 1,000 animals including big cats, giraffes and primates. The feeding experiences let you get up close with lemurs and giraffes. Open 10am-5pm daily, adult tickets cost £18.50 online. TripAdvisor gives it 4/5 from 2,800+ reviews, with visitors praising the space animals have.

Lakeland Miniature Village (LA12 7NB) features over 100 hand-built stone models of Lake District buildings. Created by Edward Robinson over 20 years, each tiny building is incredibly detailed. Open April-October, 10am-4:30pm. One reviewer wrote: "It's amazing what one man built in his garden - worth the £3.50 entry fee!"

The Lakes Glass Centre (LA12 7NB) combines three crafts under one roof - glass blowing, copper foiling and engraving. You can watch artisans at work and even try glass blowing yourself (book ahead). Open Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm. The on-site café does excellent scones and you can enjoy them while watching glass being made.

Is Ulverston in the Lake District?

Technically, Ulverston sits just outside the Lake District National Park boundary but is only 8 miles from Lake Windermere. This gives you the best of both worlds - Lake District scenery without the crowds and prices of central locations. Your hot tub cottage will likely have views of either fells or Morecambe Bay.

Do I need a car in Ulverston?

Ulverston has a train station with connections to Manchester and Lancaster. The town centre is walkable and local buses run to Windermere and Barrow. However, a car gives you more freedom to explore the Lake District and less-visited spots like Coniston Water.

When is the best time to visit Ulverston?

September offers good weather without summer crowds. The Ulverston Food Festival happens mid-September with 60+ stalls. December brings the Dickensian Festival when the town transforms with Victorian costumes and street entertainment - cottages with hot tubs book up quickly for this weekend!

Where can I buy groceries in Ulverston?

Booths supermarket (LA12 7LB) stocks high-quality local produce. There's also a Tesco and Aldi. The indoor market opens Thursday, Friday and Saturday with excellent butchers and bakers. Low Sizergh Barn farm shop is worth the 15-minute drive for its cheese room alone.

Are there good restaurants in Ulverston?

For a small town, Ulverston punches above its weight food-wise. Naaz (LA12 7HR) serves outstanding Indian food, while Virginia House (LA12 7AG) offers modern British cooking using Cumbrian ingredients. The Old Farmhouse (LA12 0LA) does Sunday roasts worth leaving your cottage hot tub for!

What's the weather like in Ulverston?

Ulverston gets less rain than central Lake District towns thanks to its coastal position. Summer temperatures average 17-20°C, while winter hovers around 4-8°C. Even in winter, clear days offer spectacular views - and your hot tub will feel even better in crisp weather!

1. Visit Lake District - Ulverston Guide
2. Ulverston Town Council Events Calendar
3. South Lakes Safari Zoo
4. Cumbria Wildlife Trust Nature Reserves