AN inquest has been scheduled to determine the cause and circumstances of a Dalton man's death.

Paul Edward Smith died, aged 52, in Dalton on September 30, 2015.

Mr Smith was described by his family in a notice following his death as a "much-loved friend to many".

Coroner Paul O'Donnell is due to hold the inquest at Barrow Town Hall on Wednesday August 9 at 10am. The hearing is scheduled to last all day.