The Morecambe Bay Partnership has arranged a perfect early summer evening walk on Saturday 4th July over the sands of the Leven Estuary to Chapel Island on Saturday 4th July.
Apart from a small area at the north of the island the land is completely overgrown with an impenetrable mat of brambles and the island can only be accessed on foot at low tide. However, Morecambe Bay is notorious for quick sands, and the Ulverston Channel usually flows between the shore and the island so this guided walk is a rare opportunity to visit.
Everyone is welcome on the walk but under 16s must be accompanied by an adult and suitable clothing and footwear must be worn. Remember the coast can be breezy and cold – take an extra/windproof layer and your hat!
The very first part of the walk crosses sticky and slippery mud, but this soon eases to firm sand – it is just best to come prepared.
• Those wishing to visit Chapel Island should not attempt the crossing at any time other than low tide or as part of a guided walk and should seek local advice.
• Meet at 4.30pm at Canal Foot, Ulverston. GR SD315775 [LA12 9EL] in time for registration. (If you are unsure of the location to meet up, please check the map from the website www.morecambebay.org.uk/what_we_do/Leven_Estuary_walk_2009.html). The walk will finish by 7.30pm (if not before). Cost: £10 Donation requested in advance to Morecambe Bay Partnership, 32 Market Place, Kendal, LA9 4TN.
• Full details at www.morecambebay.org.uk/what_we_do/Leven_Estuary_walk_2009.html
• Contact: Morecambe Bay Partnership 01539 735900 or 0787 5845693 or office@morecambebay.org.uk