Andrew Cunningham

A three-bedroom cottage in the hamlet of Chapels, South Cumbria, is on the market for £325,000 with no onward chain. The property offers hillside and woodland views, a garden beside a stream, three floors, two double bedrooms plus a convertible sitting room, and a detached stone garage. The house requires some modernisation, including potential bathroom replacement, while discussions are under way about a residents' car park nearby.

Lists recent planning applications in Barrow, including the proposed felling of a decayed sycamore tree, construction of a wrap-around home extension, and installation of roller shutters on a Dalton Road building.

A three‑bedroom Carabuild Parkland Lodge overlooking Whitbarrow Scar is listed for £110,000 at Lakesway Lodge Park in Levens. The property features an ensuite master bedroom, two twin rooms, a family bathroom, an open‑plan kitchen and lounge, a utility entrance, and fully installed decking. Marketed by Bowland Properties, it is presented as a spacious and peaceful countryside retreat suitable for families.

A long-unoccupied two-bedroom terraced house in Barrow, described as offering significant potential, is scheduled for auction on July 16 with a guide price of £25,000. The mid-terraced property includes two reception rooms, a kitchen, WC, two bedrooms and a bathroom, along with a forecourt and rear yard. Auction House Cumbria notes that the house requires extensive modernisation and invites interested buyers to make enquiries.

A modernised three-bedroom flat in central Windermere is listed for £290,000, featuring recent upgrades including a new kitchen, bathroom, flooring, heating system, and wiring. Spread over two upper floors with super-king bedrooms and dual-aspect living spaces, the property offers furnished rooms and views from key areas. Located near transport links and town amenities, it is currently tenanted but can be vacated on short notice, with inquiries directed to Lune Valley Estates.

A semi-detached three-bedroom home in Barrow has been listed for £299,000 with vacant possession and no onward chain. Marketed as a strong opportunity in a sought-after area, the property includes a bay-fronted lounge, dining room with garden views, kitchen with utility space, and a large rear garden containing an Anderson shelter. Three bedrooms and a three-piece bathroom occupy the first floor, while ample driveway parking is available via Hawcoat Lane. Interested buyers are directed to contact J H Homes.

A ceilidh event called the Grand Merry Neet Ceilidh will take place at The Coro in Ulverston on July 11, featuring the Tumbling Tom Big Band and caller Fiona Rigg. The evening will run from 7.30pm to 10.30pm with free entry for under‑16s accompanied by an adult. Tickets cost £15, with discounts available for booking multiple Furness Tradition concerts, and can be purchased online. The event promises music, dance displays and potential surprise performances.

A Foreigners Journey, an award‑winning tribute band to Foreigner and Journey, will perform at Barrow Town Hall’s Banqueting Hall on November 20, offering a set of classic rock hits. The group, recognised as the UK’s top tribute act in its genre, has received praise from Foreigner bassist Jeff Pilson and continues to tour widely across the UK and Europe. Tickets cost £22.50 with doors opening at 7:30 p.m.

A section of King Street in Ulverston will close overnight on July 7 to allow utility works, with diversions in place for vehicles while pedestrians and dismounted cyclists can still pass. The closure, managed by Westmorland and Furness Council, will last from 6.30pm to 5am, and residents can access further details through the council’s hotline or website using reference TTROW19115.

A temporary closure of a 150‑metre stretch of Stank Lane near Barrow will begin on July 6 to allow highway works. Westmorland and Furness Council will maintain pedestrian access and provide a diversion for vehicles via nearby roads, with the closure permitted for up to 18 months. Queries are directed to the council’s Highways Hotline.

A touring three-person troupe, the HandleBards, will perform a comedic open‑air version of Macbeth at Barrow’s Dock Museum on August 6. The production emphasizes mishaps and humor, and attendees are encouraged to bring seating, picnics and suitable outdoor clothing. Ticket prices vary by age group, and umbrellas are prohibited to preserve sightlines.