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Getting here
54.14433, -2.76828
Visiting this summer
Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now
Visiting this summer
Seasonal nature notes and what to look for now
- 🐦97+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for Black-headed Gull and Jackdaw
- ✦Historic character is a year-round quality here — summer brings its own atmosphere to the setting
- 🛝Playground 174m away — built-in entertainment for younger visitors alongside the wider site
🌤️ Visiting this summer
- 🐦97+ species recorded in this area — summer evenings are best for activity; watch for Black-headed Gull and Jackdaw
- ✦Historic character is a year-round quality here — summer brings its own atmosphere to the setting
- 🛝Playground 174m away — built-in entertainment for younger visitors alongside the wider site
Good to know
- £Free to visit — no entry charge
- 🐕Dogs welcome
Best for
Bird watching
Very strong match
Birds — Black-headed Gull, Jackdaw, Mallard +94 more · last seen 2026
Heritage
Very strong match
Grade I listed building: OLD RECTORY; Historic site with public access
Playgrounds
Strong match
playground, toilets, parking
Family friendly
Strong match
playground, toilets
Wildlife
Strong match
Birds — Black-headed Gull, Jackdaw, Mallard +94 more · last seen 2026
Insect spotting
Strong match
Insects — Common Carder Bee, Western Honey Bee, Common Wasp +57 more · last seen 2025
Trails nearby
Within roughly 5 km🚶Walking
6 signed routes nearby · 14 public paths nearby
Signed route nearbyPublic paths
Walking
Arnside Knott Circular Walk, Arnside/SilverdaleWalking route2.7 km
Arnside Knott is renowned for its wildlife. Take this circular walk to admire views of the surrounding countryside and enjoy the sights and sounds along the route. Uneven terrain and loose path surfaces.
Arnside Knott Tramper Trail, Arnside/SilverdaleWalking route1.6 km
Short RouteWalking route1.1 km
Eaves Wood Circular Walk, Arnside/SilverdaleWalking route3.5 km
This short circular winds its way through ancient woodland before climbing steeply to the Queen Victoria Jubilee Monument, affectionately known as the Pepperpot. Stop for views of Morecambe Bay & the Bowland Fells, before heading back to the start.
Long RouteWalking route2.5 km
The Thoroughfarepublic footpath · 13 m
Chapel Walkpublic footpath · 185 m
The Thoroughfarepublic footpath · 9 m
🚴Cycling
35 signed routes nearby
Signed route nearby
Cycling
Route 6Cycling route
Lancashire Cycleway (Northern Loop)Cycling route
Route 69Cycling route
Way of the Roses Cycle RouteCycling route
Bay Cycle WayCycling route132 km
Main RouteCycling route69 m
🐴Horse riding
1 public path nearby
Public paths
Horse riding
No named routes yet. Public paths are shown on the map.
Wildlife to spot
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Nearby places
Useful places within 5 km