Piel Island: Sunset Walk Across the Sands
Sunday 30 August 2026 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM (UTC+01)
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Join us for an early evening walk to magical Piel Island led by expert local Guides John Irving and John Murphy.
Enjoy crossing the Sands at low tide from Walney Island to Piel Island with time to explore the rich heritage, including Piel Castle, and nature on offer on the island. It promises to be a memorable day out for everybody.
As well as exploring the site, you may wish to take refreshments in The Ship Inn before being guided back across the sands as the sun sets.
The whole event will last around 3.5/4 hours depending on the pace of the participants and weather.
After payment to the Guides, all proceeds will go to the charity, Morecambe Bay Partnership. Money raised will help fund projects supporting nature, heritage and our communities.
This event is suitable for children ages 6+. THE WALK IS BEING LED BY AN EXPERT GUIDE. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD PARTICIPANTS ATTEMPT TO WALK ACROSS TO PIEL ISLAND UNACCOMPANIED
PLEASE NOTE no dogs please. This is to offer maximum protection to the birds and wildlife of Walney and Piel Island and the surrounding sands.
For further information about the walk please consult our Information Pack:
Date
Sunday 30 August 2026 4:30 PM - 8:00 PM (UTC+01)Location
SNAB POINT (Grid Ref SD208639, What Three Words goats.scarves.waltz)
Mawflat Lane, Biggar, Walney Island, Barrow, Cumbria
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