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Alauna roman fort

📷 Karl and Ali · Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0

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BirdsWildlifeSeasonal
Dogs welcome

Getting here

54.30979, -2.74860

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Visiting this summer

Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now

  • 🐦70+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for Robin and Blackbird
  • ✦Historic character is a year-round quality here — summer brings its own atmosphere to the setting
  • 🐕Dogs welcome — bring water in summer; the site has enough space to find shade on hot days

Good to know

  • 🐕Dogs welcome
Parking· Free

Best for

6 activities

Bird watching

Birds — Robin, Blackbird, Blue Tit +67 more · last seen 2026

Free

Wildlife

Birds — Robin, Blackbird, Blue Tit +67 more · last seen 2026

Free

Seasonal nature

Plants — Herb-Paris, Lesser Screw-moss, Yellow Star-of-Bethlehem +22 more · last seen 2026

Free

Insect spotting

Insects — Larch Ladybird, Hazel Leaf-roller, 7-spot Ladybird +12 more · last seen 2026

Free

Heritage

Historic site

Free

Historic gardens

Historic site

Varies

Trails nearby

Within roughly 5 km
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Walking

10 signed routes nearby · 16 public paths nearby

Signed route nearbyPublic paths
Scout ScarWalking route
Named routeRef Miles Without Stiles 4Point-to-pointLocal walking route
Sizergh Fell, SizerghWalking route4 km

The traditional agricultural estate surrounding Sizergh offers views of the Lakeland Fells, Pennines & Morecambe Bay, as well as an array of animals, birds, butterflies & wildflowers. Mostly grassy paths, steep, uneven surfaces & gates.

Named routeLength 4 kmDuration 01:30-02:00Round tripLocal walking route
Kendal to Sizergh along the River Kent, SizerghWalking route8.8 km

Walk along River Kent and Sizergh estate, dog friendly, Abbot Hall, Lancaster Canal Trail, Roman Forts, Suspension Bridge. Low Sizergh's barn, café and shop, check the website for opening hours.

Named routeLength 8.8 kmDuration 03:00Point-to-pointLocal walking route
Accessible Garden Route, SizerghWalking route500 m

Sections of this trail are seasonal access.

Named routeLength 500 mDuration 00:30-01:00Round tripLocal walking route
Park End Moss Wetland Walk at SizerghWalking route4.5 km

Park End Moss was once an area of degraded farmland, now transformed into a wildlife haven. This circular takes you through ancient woodland to wetland, popular with a variety of bird species. NB: trail map on the website differs form leaflet.

Named routeLength 4.5 kmDuration 03:00Round tripLocal walking route
Lancaster Canal Trailpublic footpath · 64 m
Public pathpublic footpathLength 64 mSurface asphaltPath type: cycleway
Lancaster Canal Trailpublic footpath · 600 m
Public pathpublic footpathLength 600 mSurface compactedPath type: footway
Lancaster Canal Trailpublic footpath · 378 m
Public pathpublic footpathLength 378 mSurface asphaltPath type: cycleway
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Cycling

71 signed routes nearby

Signed route nearby
Walney to Wear Cycle RouteCycling route
Named routeRef 70National Cycle Network
Route 6Cycling route
Named routeRef 6National Cycle Network
Lakes & Dales LoopCycling route
Named routeRef LDLRegional cycle route
Bay Cycle WayCycling route132 km
Named routeRef 700Length 132 kmNational Cycle Network
Main RouteCycling route39 m
Named routeRef 70Length 39 mNational Cycle NetworkOn-roadSurface asphalt
Main RouteCycling route59 m
Named routeRef 6Length 59 mNational Cycle NetworkTraffic-freeSurface asphalt

Wildlife to spot

Photos

Watercrook Roman fort (Alauna)

📷 Karl and Ali · Geograph · CC BY-SA 2.0

Watercrook Roman fort (Alauna)

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Nearby places

Useful places within 5 km

🌱Abbot Hall Recreation GroundUrban park1.6 km→🌱Miller FieldUrban park1.8 km→✦SIZERGH CASTLEHistoric site3.2 km→🌱Castle HillUrban park2 km→🌱Friends House GardenUrban park2.1 km→🌱Ford ParkUrban park800 m→