HuddleHub, Barrow in Furness (2026)

16/12/2025

Appeal following collision on A590

Police are appealing for witnesses following a collision that occurred on the A590 Southbound Carriageway yesterday (December 15) at 4:06pm.
The collision has occurred with a stationary police vehicle and a White Renault Master van.
The police vehicle was assisting with a broken-down vehicle at the time of the collision.
The driver of the van a man in his 40’s was arrested at the scene on suspicion of dangerous driving and driving a vehicle with a proportion of a specified controlled drug above the specified limit. He was released under investigation.
There were no injuries as a result of the collision.
The road was closed temporarily whilst a collision investigation was carried out.
Anyone who witnessed the collision or has any dashcam of the incident is asked to contact Sergeant Martin Bainbridge at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it, quoting incident number 160 of 15 December 2025.

You can also phone on 101.
Alternatively, you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

10/12/2025

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05/12/2025

Local Appeal
Barrow

Police are investigating a burglary that occurred on Holyoake Avenue in Barrow on Thursday, 27 November 2025 at approximately 4.30pm.
Jewellery and clothing were taken from the address.

The offender is described as a white man wearing blue jeans and a blue top with a hood.

Police are seeking CCTV / dashcam footage between 1.30pm and 7pm on 27th November 2025 in the areas around Holyoake Avenue in Barrow, (including Harrel Lane, Rating Lane, Kirkstall Close, Welbeck Close, Hollow lane, Ostley Bank and Sandylands lane) that shows a man matching the description.
Anyone with information relating to this incident is urged to report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it quoting incident number 208 of 27/11/25. You can also phone on 101.

Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

02/12/2025

Barrow man charged following warrant

A man from Barrow has been charged by Westmorland and Furness Community and Serious Organised Crime (CSOC) officers following a warrant on Saturday 29 November.
Officers conducted the early morning search warrant at an address on Broadway, Barrow.
Liam Johnston, aged 23, of Marsh Street Barrow was arrested and subsequently charged by detectives with offences of supplying class A - Co***ne, Possession of class A - Co***ne, Possession with intent to supply class B - Cannabis and Possession of a class B - Cannabis.
He was remanded into custody after appearing at Barrow Magistrates court yesterday (1 Dec), and is next due to appear before court in January.
The warrant is part of Cumbria Constabulary's Operation Alliance - our wider ongoing response to protect the county against serious and organised crime.
Got information on drug activities in your community?
You can report information about drug dealing in the community or think someone may be a victim of drug exploitation, quickly and easily online via: www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it.

Or call us on 101.

Alternatively, you can contact independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

01/12/2025

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You can also ring or message their page.
Delivery service is available
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01/12/2025

Wanted this Winter - public appeal launched for 12 wanted people across Cumbria

Officers in Cumbria are appealing for information on twelve people currently wanted.
The appeal has been launched as officers take action over the festive period to tackle criminality, with this appeal aiming to progress investigations ensuring those who commit crimes in this county are brought to justice.

Detective Inspector Dave Howard, Cumbria Constabulary, said: “We have issued this appeal for the publics assistance in locating the twelve named individuals.
“We have officers out in our communities looking for these individuals, but public information always will be important in assisting our work to ensure we secure justice for victims.

“The appeals are connected to ongoing investigations covering a range of crimes.

“People in Cumbria know where these individuals are. Please pick up the phone and contact Cumbria Police or do so anonymously via Crimestoppers.”

The twelve people wanted this winter are:
• Jodie Barnes, 31, is wanted for recall to prison. They have links to Workington.
• Jordan Aston, 29, is wanted for robbery following an incident on 23 September. They have links to Barrow.
• Mark Young, 28, is wanted for recall to prison. They have links to Carlisle.
• Pheonix Clark, 22, is wanted for recall. They have links to Workington, Distington and Whitehaven.
• Rhys Norris, 33, is wanted for recall to prison. They have links to Carlisle.
• Tinashe Wilson, 29, is wanted for breach of a warrant. They have links to Cockermouth and Whitehaven.
• Jack Ellis, 25, is wanted for possession offensive weapon, malicious communication and breach of a court order following an incident on 24 November. They have links to Barrow
• Simon Gilmour, 49, is wanted for recall to prison. They have links to Workington, Distington and Whitehaven.
• George Murray, 45, is wanted for common assault, assault, criminal damage and possession of an offensive weapon following an incident on 11 November. They have links to Barrow.
• Desmond Young, 32, is wanted for recall to prison. They have links to Carlisle.
• Barry Jones, 56, is wanted for fail to attend for driving and drug offences. They have links to Whitehaven, Cleator Moor and Egremont.
• Anthony Moorhead, 33, is wanted for recall to prison. They have links to Carlisle.
Anyone with any information regarding the location of these individuals is asked to contact police.

You can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it or call 101.

Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

28/11/2025

Operation Colossus: More than 1,500 vehicles stopped during anti-social driving crackdown

A three-month long Cumbria-wide operation promoting road safety whilst targeting anti-social behaviour – including the anti-social use of vehicles - has concluded.
The 15-week operation alongside the Constabulary’s long-running ASB and serious violence operation – Operation Enhance – focused on road safety in anti-social behaviour hotspots around the county.
It began on 4 August 2025 and resulted in 1,530 vehicles being stopped and 22 arrests being made – the majority for drug driving.
In addition, 27 stop searches were conducted and 206 tickets issued for matters including speeding, illegal tyres, no insurance, no driving license and use of a mobile phone whilst driving.
Officers also seized 29 vehicles including six e-bikes/scooters.
Inspector Alex Johnson of Cumbria Police’s Operational Support Unit said: “Operation Colossus has seen officers targeting hotspot areas where the anti-social use of vehicles contributes significant harm to local communities.
“By working side-by-side with local neighbourhood officers and listening to the concerns of local people, we have been able to take a targeted approach to anti-social behaviour, whilst making the roads safer for all user across the county.
“Whilst the operation has now concluded, Cumbria Constabulary’s commitment to road safety will continue through Operation Limit – a countywide operation targeting dangerous drivers throughout December and into the New Year, which will utilise and build on the methods and targeting used in Operation Colossus to help keep the public safe on our roads."
Last year’s Operation limit saw more than 3,000 drivers stopped and more than 200 arrests for drink and drug driving.
More than 200 drink and drug driving arrests coincides with zero fatal road traffic collisions in December - Cumbria Constabulary

26/11/2025

Local Appeal
Barrow

Police are investigating an incident of criminal damage which occurred between 28 October and 30 October at Hawcoat Park Sports and Social Club.

Over these dates, multiple unknown youths have ridden their motorbikes over the grass football pitches causing large gouges and ruts in the grass.

This has left the pitches unusable and requiring repair.

Officers are appealing for any witnesses in relation to this incidents to come forward.

Anyone with information relating to this incident can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/report-it quoting incident number 134 of 29th of October. You can also phone on 101.
Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.

19/11/2025

Police advise people to understand the laws on e-scooters

Officers are asking parents and carers who may be considering buying or gifting an e-scooter this Christmas to be aware of the laws and potential serious injury they can cause.
E-scooters are classed as motor vehicles under the Road Traffic Act 1988. This means the rules that apply to motor vehicles, also apply to e-scooters including the need to have a licence and insurance.
It's not currently possible to get insurance for privately owned e-scooters. This means it’s illegal to use them on the road or in public spaces, such as parks, street pavements, and shopping centres.
It is only legal to use e-scooters on private land such as your garden, but you must have permission from the landowners.
There are trial areas in which you can rent an e-scooters however none of these are in Cumbria.
The scooter could also be seized by the police if found being ridden in a public place.
Considerations also need to be taken when considering buying electrically assisted pedal cycle’s
Inspector Jack Stabler from the Road Policing Unit said “Whilst we understand why people may want to buy them for Christmas its important you are aware of the laws and that you comply
“It remains against the law to ride a privately owned e-scooter on public roads.
“If anyone is found to be riding an e-scooter on a public road or footpath the e-scooter could be seized, your present lost and you will be reported for offences such as no insurance, driving otherwise in accordance with a licence and driving over the prescribed limit of drink or drugs. These could result in points, fine or disqualification.
“These aren’t toys and can cause serious injury to riders or other path or road users if ridden irresponsibly.”
E-bikes
You can ride an electric bike if you are aged 14 or over, as long as it meets certain requirements.
These requirements are that the E-Bike must be classed as an electrically assisted pedal cycle (EAPC).
An EAPC must:
• Have pedals that can be used to propel it.
• Show either the power output or the manufacturer of the motor.
• Show either the battery’s voltage or the maximum speed of the bike.
• Have an electric motor with a maximum power output of 250 watts.
• Not have a motor able to propel the bike when it’s travelling at more than 15.5mph.
If an E-Bike falls within the EAPC definition, legally it is treated like a regular, non-assisted pedal cycle. You don’t need to register the bike and you don’t need to have insurance.
If the e-bike does not meet the definition it is not legal for use on the road or public spaces. This would include pavements and pedestrianised areas.
This is specifically relevant where motor input is controlled by a twist grip on the handlebar and there are either no pedals or the main propulsion is not by using the pedals. These machines are treated by UK law like petrol-powered mopeds. This means they must be taxed and insured, you must have an appropriate licence and you need to wear a motorcycle-style helmet to ride them.

18/11/2025

Sceptre: Opportunity for people to hand in potentially dangerous knives and other weapons

Cumbria Police is taking part in this week’s national Sceptre campaign.
Sceptre runs from 17 November to 23 November and is a national policing campaign which aims to make streets safer across the country via a number of means including by providing the opportunity for potentially dangerous and harmful blades to be removed from our streets by giving people the opportunity to dispose of knives anonymously and safely in amnesty bins at local Police Stations.
In Cumbria, the focus of the week will be working with retailers to ensure they are aware of their responsibilities.
Chief Inspector Sam Turner said: “Sceptre is about giving people the opportunity to rid themselves of potentially dangers weapons and blades before they can be used to cause harm.
“This forms part of our work in preventing knife violence before it can take place.
“We will be working in the community – including with local businesses – to promote responsibility as the police alone cannot tackle knife violence.”
Someone in possession of a knife is not only increasing the risk of harm to themselves but could also face a fine of £5,000 and a four-year prison sentence.
In addition to the usual Operation Sceptre knife amnesty, in Cumbria there will be the opportunity for people to also come forward and dispose of other potentially dangerous weapons, including other types of bladed weapons such as hatchets or axes and even crossbows.
Ch Insp Turner said: “Whilst incidents involving crossbows are rare, they do occur, including here in Cumbria.
“We want to take this opportunity to give people who are in possession of such a weapon, but who would like to dispose of it safely and legally, the opportunity to do so.
“There will be people who purchased such a weapon – perhaps some years ago – who now wish to give it up for their own safety and the safety of those around them.
“We encourage such people to come forward and hand your weapon in to your local police station.”
Cumbria’s Police, Fire and Crime Commissioner, David Allen, said: “The fact is simple: if you have a weapon, you are more likely to use it.
“Operation Sceptre provides the opportunity for anyone with a sharp weapon – or crossbow – to hand them over safely to Police without consequence.
“Knife crime can have devastating effects on communities as a whole – not just the victim and perpetrator – it can ruin entire families and affect the lives of those involved, such as the emergency services.
“I’d urge anyone with a knife or crossbow in their possession to hand them over – it’s a community effort to keep our streets safe and only by working together can we achieve this.”
Anyone wishing to hand a weapon in should put them in a box or strong bag. Never attempt to take an uncovered knife or bladed article out in public. Members of the public are also advised to go directly to a designated station when handing in such items.
The stations where you can hand your knives or bladed articles in are:
North
• Carlisle
South
• Barrow
• Kendal

West
• Whitehaven
• Workington

To check on opening times please visit: Find a police station | Cumbria Police
If you are worried about the someone who is in possession of a knife or need advice, please contact police or report anonymously via Crimestoppers.
You can report online at www.cumbria.police.uk/reportit. You can also phone on 101.
Alternatively you can contact Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.
Always call 999 in an emergency and when a crime is in progress.

17/11/2025

🎉WE HAVE A WINNER🎉
Donna McArthur-Hartley you have won two tickets to the Roo Stars Christmas Pie & Pea Supper 😀
An entertaining night is guaranteed with music by Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, Cher and Olivia Rodrigo.
This is a fundraiser in aid of Cumbria Hen Rescue
Doors open at 7pm on Saturday 13th December at The Kill One in Barrow. This is a great family night with children over 10 years welcome to attend with adults 😊
To purchase tickets please see poster below.
*Donna please call into the Round House Hub & Cafe to collect your prize*

13/11/2025

WIN TWO TICKETS!
🎉 Christmas party night 🎉
Who loves music by Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, Cher and Olivia Rodrigo?
Cumbria Hen Rescue are holding a fundraising night and have two FREE tickets up for grabs.
Doors open at 7pm on Saturday 13th December at The Kill One in Barrow. This is a great family night with children over 10 years welcome to attend with adults 😊
To win: Tell us the name of Cher’s first husband
We will choose a winner on Monday 17th November
Entrants must be aged 18 and over.
Good luck!

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