What can Barrow’s buildings tell us about the story of our town?

This resource comprises a heritage trail that explores ten key sites in central Barrow-in-Furness, which help tell the story of the town, as well as a number of supporting resources.

By understanding Barrow’s story, we hope pupils will gain a sense of place, an understanding of how and why Barrow grew, and an appreciation of what makes Barrow a significant place.

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Teaching idea

At the centre of this resource is a local history and heritage trail. The trail starts and ends at Barrow Library and Archive and explores ten key sites which help to tell the story of Barrow.

By understanding Barrow’s story, we hope pupils will gain a sense of place, an understanding of how and why Barrow developed over time, and an appreciation of what makes Barrow a significant place.

In addition to the trail itself, there are a number of supporting resources:

There is also an online StoryMap that provides information about and images of the sites along the trail. This will allow teachers and pupils to preview or revisit the stops on the trail whilst in the classroom. Teachers and pupils could explore the stops on the trail virtually if they are unable to walk it in person.

Learning aims and outcomes

  • To provide pupils with information about the built environment and how it relates to the heritage and story of their place.
  • To develop pupils’ knowledge of significant places, people, events, and themes in Barrow’s history.
  • To support pupils in using the built historic environment as historical evidence to find out about an area in the past
  • To build pupils’ sense of place and belonging in the community in which they live.

Prior knowledge

  • No prior knowledge is required

Extended learning and useful links