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Walk this way

Breathe in the fresh air, take in the spectacular scenery, watch the wonderful wildlife, ramble along the riverside paths or scale the heights of the hills.

Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Walkers are spolit for choice with this district blessed with 2 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB's) at Arnside & Silverdale and the ancient Forest of Bowland.

In addition, the Lune Valley is an undiscovered gem of England's North Country and represents one of the finest corners of our 'green and pleasant land'.

Lancaster Canal is also ideal for peaceful countryside walks. Built originally to carry trade between Kendal and Preston,the towpath stretches over 27 miles and is now a haven for wildlife.

Cross Bay Walks

A great walk that is a must for any walking enthusiast, is the famous walk across the sands of Morecambe Bay. The importance of Morecambe Bay cannot be over estimated, both for its own physical terms and also for the natural life which lives in or migrates to the area.

Between Walney Island and Fleetwood at the mouth of the Bay, and the coastline behind, is an area of 195sq miles. At extreme low tides 120sq miles are exposed as a sandy desert.

Crossing is only possible at low tides and with the leadership of a professional guide. Guides have been employed by the Duchy of Lancaster since 1536 and the latest in a long line is Cedric Robinson MBE, official Queen's Guide, who became the 25th guide in 1963. The post is unpaid but the Guide has the use of the 700 year old Guide's Cottage, which is owned by the Crown and managed by the Duchy of Lancaster.

Born in the village of Flookburgh on the south Cumbrian coast, Cedric Robinson was fisherman, cockler and coastguard before taking up his current role of organising the now-famous cross-bay walks which can involve up to 600 people.

Walking guides

Shop online for the best choice for local walking guides. Alternatively, request or download some of our free guides below:

Carnforth Canal Walks

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Carnforth Canal Walks exploring the glorious countryside near the Lancaster Canal.

Lune Valley Ramble

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A walk up the Lune Valley between Lancaster and Kirkby Lonsdale.

Lunesdale Walk

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A walk through the rich landscapes of Lancashire’s Lune Valley and Forest of Bowland.

Walking for All

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Publication includes 9 walks which showcase the diversity and beauty of our district.

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