Crook O' Lune and Picnic Sites

Crook O’ Lune, Near Caton - This is a popular and attractive spot, where the River Lune meanders in a big curve through tree-lined banks. The river passes under Penny Bridge (formerly a toll bridge) and the bridge which carried the former Lancaster to Hellifield railway line, which is now part of an extensive network of cycleways and footpaths. The beauty of the Crook O' Lune was captured by the artist JMW Turner, and described by the poets Thomas Gray (of Gray’s "Elegy") and William Wordsworth.

Crook O' Lune Picnic Site, near Caton - On the northern bank, just past the Penny Bridge, is a picnic site and car park. The view up the Lune Valley is superb, looking north east to the majestic plateau of Ingleborough. There is a network of footpaths which emanate from here and details are contained on maps in the car park. Light refreshments are available at times and there is a public toilet.

Bull Beck Picnic Site, Caton Green - Like the Crook O' Lune Picnic Site, there is parking, a snack bar and toilets. Excellent starting off point for walks in the Lune Valley, or for using the nearby cycleway. From here it is possible to cycle along this bank of the River Lune right through to Glasson. In Lancaster city centre cyclists can switch over to a cycleway which takes them right into the heart of Morecambe.