Barrow-in-Furness Magistrates’ Court Listings

About Barrow-in-Furness Magistrates' Court

Barrow-in-Furness Magistrates' Court is located on Abbey Road in the heart of Barrow, serving the Furness peninsula and surrounding communities across south Cumbria. Operating under HM Courts and Tribunals Service (HMCTS) as part of the North West (Cumbria and Lancashire) circuit, this court handles criminal cases and single justice procedure matters for residents across the Barrow-in-Furness area. The court shares its Abbey Road building with Barrow-in-Furness County Court, making it a key judicial venue for the region. Whether you are a defendant, witness, solicitor, or member of the public, checking the daily magistrates court hearings list before attending is essential to confirm scheduling and courtroom allocations.

Cases Heard at Barrow Magistrates' Court

Barrow-in-Furness Magistrates' Court presides over a range of summary criminal offences and either-way offences at the lower court level. Typical cases include motoring offences such as drink driving, speeding, and driving without insurance, as well as minor assaults, public order offences, theft, criminal damage, and drug possession. The court also deals with single justice procedure (SJP) cases — low-level, non-imprisonable offences such as TV licence evasion, minor road traffic matters, and rail fare evasion — which are typically decided by a single magistrate on paper without requiring the defendant to attend. Bail applications, remand hearings, and committal proceedings for more serious matters that need to be transferred to the Crown Court are also regularly handled here.

Court Location, Address, and Contact Details

The court building is situated on Abbey Road, one of Barrow's principal thoroughfares, at the postcode LA14 5QX. For general enquiries, you can contact the Courts and Tribunals Service Centre on 0330 808 4407 (Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 5pm; Saturday, 8am to 2pm). Email enquiries can be directed to [email protected] for general matters or [email protected] for listing queries. For single justice procedure cases, the dedicated SJS helpline is available on 0300 303 0656. The court location code for legal professionals is 1753, and the DX address is 65210 Barrow-in-Furness 2.

Opening Hours

• Court building: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Court counter: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm
• Telephone enquiries: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm

Getting to the Court

There is no general public parking at the court building, though blue badge holders can park on-site by prior arrangement. The nearest public car park is at Barrow Railway Station on Holker Street, which is a short walk from the court. Barrow-in-Furness railway station is served by the Furness Line, with regular services running to Lancaster, Ulverston, and connecting onwards to Carlisle and Preston. Local bus services also stop near Abbey Road, providing connections from across the Furness peninsula and outlying areas including Dalton-in-Furness and Ulverston. If you need to attend hearings at other nearby courts, you can also view the Carlisle Magistrates' Court listings or West Cumbria Magistrates' Court listings on our site.

Facilities at the Court

The court building provides disabled access and accessible toilet facilities. A hearing loop system is available by prior arrangement — contact the court office in advance if you require this. Assistance dogs are welcome, and the court participates in the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Scheme, with lanyards available on request. Interview rooms can be booked, and refreshments are available from vending machines. Baby changing facilities are also provided. Video conferencing and prison-to-court video link services are available by prior arrangement for hearings that require remote attendance.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I find out if my case is listed at Barrow Magistrates' Court today?

You can check the latest magistrates court listings on this page, which are updated daily with scheduled hearings. Alternatively, you can call the Courts and Tribunals Service Centre on 0330 808 4407 or email [email protected] for specific listing queries.

What should I bring when attending Barrow-in-Furness Magistrates' Court?

Bring your court summons or charge sheet, any legal paperwork, and a form of photo identification. If you have legal representation, confirm the hearing time with your solicitor beforehand. Arrive at least 15 to 20 minutes early to pass through security and locate your courtroom.

Can I get magistrates court hearing results from Barrow?

Court hearing results from Barrow Magistrates' Court are published on this page following each sitting day. For specific case outcomes, you may also contact the court directly via email or telephone.

Is Barrow Magistrates' Court the same building as Barrow County Court?

Yes. The Abbey Road building houses both Barrow-in-Furness Magistrates' Court and Barrow-in-Furness County Court, though each operates as a separate jurisdiction handling different types of cases.