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Morecambe Bay is dotted with coastal towns, picture-perfect villages, and fantastic high streets packed with local and national businesses.
Overlooking the sea, Arnside is a must visit for its natural surroundings and coastal views – it sits within the Arnside & Silverdale Area of Natural Beauty, and is a beautiful place to stop off while exploring the area. Make sure to enjoy fish and chips while watching the sun set over the bay.
Just across the bay lies Grange-over-Sands, with its Edwardian elegance offering a glimpse into its history as a popular coastal resort. Stroll through its charming streets, visit the ornamental gardens, and take a walk along the prom with its beautiful views across the water.
There’s also the artistic town of Ulverston, known for its festivals and bursting with creativity. Here, you’ll find the last producer of completely hand-blown and hand-cut lead, luxury English crystal; as well as traditional tea rooms, local shops, museums and more.
Further south, the Furness Peninsula is a hidden gem just waiting to be discovered. Dalton-in-Furness is home to wonderful local shops and eateries, while nearby Barrow-in-Furness boasts a rich industrial heritage as well as stunning nature and a fantastic indoor market and the seaside village of Askham-in-Furness has a long sandy beach which offers spectacular sunsets.
Inland, Cartmel is a charming countryside village known for its food and drink: it’s home to not one, but two Michelin-starred restaurants, as well as the popular Cartmel Sticky Toffee Pudding.
Explore the towns and villages across Morecambe Bay, including Arnside, Grange-over-Sands, Ulverston and Barrow-in-Furness.
Watching the sun go down over Morecambe Bay is the stuff memories are made of
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Graythwaite, Ulverston
The Beautiful Ultra!
Clockwise through the bluebells.
47mile/75K Trail Ultra
Open to both runners and walkers, you have 24 hours to circumnavigate England's largest and most iconic lake.
Take in all the best view points on some of the most…
Carnforth
A 5-hour course with a foraging expert, which includes tasting wild ingredients and a wild-inspired feast in Arnside.
Cartmel
Set on over 300 acres of farm and parkland, this multi-functional venue offers an impressive but tranquil setting, with views over the countryside.
Grange-over-Sands
Max. Day Guests | 120 Max. Evening Guests | 120 Bedrooms | 28 Exclusive Use? | Yes
Discover your dream wedding venue, set above the shores of Morecambe Bay in the pretty resort town of Grange-over-Sands in the southern tip of the Lake District…
Newby Bridge, Backbarrow
The Whitewater Hotel is the ultimate Lake district retreat, featuring the fantastic Cascades Leisure Club & Spa.
Silverdale
Enjoy our splendid natural surroundings from the comfort of your own touring caravan or motorhome with our fully serviced hardstanding touring pitches.
GRANGE-OVER-SANDS
St. Peter's is an outstanding example of the decorated style of architecture, with its warm red sandstone and distinctive shingled spire and clay tiled roof, an unusual feature in the Lake District.
Cartmel
There are 16 elegant, individually designed, guest bedrooms, which are located around the village of Cartmel. Each is designed with their own unique style in mind, whilst retaining references to their historic surroundings – resulting in perfect…
Silverdale
Located on our working farm park between Silverdale and Arnside, Hollins Cottage is a fantastic place to stay, sitting at the heart of our working farm park Hollins Farm.
Barrow-In-Furness
Prepare to hear Aled Jones as you've never heard him before.
He was the boy treble who captivated the world with his angelic voice. Selling over seven million albums, Aled was the original, classical crossover star. His recording of Walking in the…
Ulverston
Endorsed and licensed by the now legendary Cavern Club, where The Beatles famously performed, The Cavern Beatles are one of the country's longest established tribute shows.
Featuring a cast of multi-talented instrumentalists and singers, all of whom…
Barrow-in-Furness
BarrowFull is an arts organisation led by Barrow-based partners with the aim of increasing participation in the arts. We work with the people of Barrow, enabling creative experiences to happen across the town including a vibrant programme of public…
Barrow-in-Furness
You will find a diverse range of events and activities at The Forum, as we again aim to bring exciting entertainment to Barrow-in-Furness. There should be something for everyone during the current season and we are very proud to welcome…
Barrow-in-Furness
A 3-hour session with a foraging expert, including ID work, finding and tasting wild ingredients, and a wild snack on Walney Island
Grange-over-Sands
Cartmel Priory has been described as the medieval jewel among churches, making a lasting impression on the visitor, standing over the village and giving an idea of the way early priories must have dominated their surroundings.
Arnside
Join Friends of the Lake District on this unique sponsored walk across the tidal sands of Morecambe Bay to raise money to protect Lake District landscapes.
Saturday 16th August 2025
The Morecambe Bay Walk takes you across the largest expanse of…
Grange-over-Sands
Wall Nook is located in lovely countryside just over a mile from the charming, foodie village of Cartmel.
Grange-over-Sands
There's nowhere quite like Holker Hall & Gardens for a family day out at Easter. Join us for FOUR DAYS of Easter-themed activities – paint your own egg and join in the egg rolling competition to see whose is the fastest egg down the hill. You might…
Barrow-in-Furness
Now a ruin, Furness Abbey was once the second most powerful Cistercian monastery in Britain, after Fountains Abbey in Yorkshire.
Backbarrow, Ulverston
Our Escape Rooms are an indoor activity for 2-6 people of all ages. Work together to find clues, solve puzzles and complete the challenge before time runs out!
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