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Cross the road slightly right and descend a path signed Woodwell, which runs below the long line of overgrown crags. A square pool is reached, called Woodwell, whose waters are fuelled by a well at the foot of the crags. Woodwell was once an important watering spot for drovers’ cattle, and is now a popular picnic spot. There is an adjacent car park and from it, by a seat, a path runs into Bottoms Wood. In Spring the floor of the wood is carpeted first with wood anemones, followed by garlic-scented ramsons. Pass through a gap in a wall and turn right along a path to the first houses of Silverdale village. Having passed a cottage, keep right on a path between the houses and the woods. Go through a walled snicket and pass a private lane to reach the main road. Turn left along this and down Shore Road back to the car park.

WALK 1A

Low-tide Adventure Scramble

Start/Finish as for main walk Distance 2 miles (3.2km) Time 1hr Note It is imperative to consult the tide tables and the Morecambe Bay Advice Leaflet available locally. The tide comes in very rapidly so it is best to start when the tide is receding. The channel comes up to the cliffs and quicksands may occur even close to the shore. It is best to scramble over the rough stones, even though these are slippery in places. Be prepared to get muddy footwear. Confidence and a head for heights are needed. Don’t bring your dog or very young children.

Erosion of the salt-marsh turf has changed the shoreline into a very rough walk. Where it was once a simple stroll along grass it is now an adventurous outing which needs careful planning for it can only be accomplished at low tide. Despite the difficulties the reward is the most spectacular coastal scenery in the area, a succession of craggy headlands and inspiring views over the bay. If you do not like the exposed path, you can always turn back.