Dalton-in-furness
Dalton-in-Furness is a town of 8,125 individuals, north eastern of Barrow-in-Furness, in Cumbria, England. It is the 2nd largest settlement in the Borough of Barrow-in-Furness after Barrow itself and is most kept in mind for being the place of South Lakes Safari Zoo. Dalton is mentioned in the Domesday Book, written as "Daltune" as one of the townships developing the Manor of Hougun held by Tostig Godwinson, Earl of Northumbria. Historically, it was the capital of Furness. The ancient parish of Dalton covered the area which is currently inhabited by the Borough of Barrow-in-Furness. The community is now in the civil parish of Dalton Town with Newton. Historically a part of Lancashire, the community is associated with a number of popular musicians, including George Romney.