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1 Heritage Centre 10 Lakeland Wildlife Oasis 19 www.glassondock.co.uk Marine Road East, Morecambe, LA4 5AQ Hale, LA7 7FE The harbour at Glasson originally opened in Tel: 07434834980 T: 015395 63027 | www.wildlifeoasis.co.uk 1787 and was at its height the largest port in the Open: 11am-4pm on Saturdays and Sundays Open: 10am – 4pm – Mon-Sun Northwest importing cotton, sugar and spices. (admission fees apply) Illustrating Morecambe's Lakeland's Wildlife Discovery Centre is a Glasson is still a thriving port today. The village rich heritage through temporary and unique and exciting blend of exotic wildlife itself has a small selection of shops, including the permanent exhibitions of it’s archaeology and and interactive 'hands on' displays. Port of Lancaster Smokehouse, and places to architecture, coastline and bay, tourism and Exhibitions include some of the world's most eat. There are excellent walks via the canal and entertainment, and the people and families threatened species on breeding along the coast of . that make Morecambe so special. programmes. Watch out for any special events that may be going on during the day and always check that the centre is open before setting off on your journey. 2 Morecambe Promenade 11 www.baycycleway700.org.uk & The Eric Morecambe Statue Levens Hall and Gardens 20 A stunning long distance route that takes you Marine Road Central, Morecambe | www.visitmorecambe.co.uk on a tour of Morecambe Bay.The Bay Cycle , LA8 0PD Way starts from Glasson Dock, and takes in T: 01539 60321 | www.levenshall.co.uk the breath-taking scenery right around to The prom is ideal for that gentle stroll or cycle Open Apl – Oct. Sun-Thurs. Admission fees apply near Barrow. This relatively flat ride. Children can dash between the water This magnificent stately home built in the route hugs the spectacular coastline of features at the Battery or visit the pretty West 1590’s houses period furniture, Cordova Morecambe Bay. See the awesome views, End Gardens. Not to be missed is the Eric leather wall coverings, paintings by Rubens, sample mouthwatering local food and feel the Morecambe statue always a favourite with Lely and Cuyp and the earliest English warmth of the Morecambe Bay welcome. both young and old, standing in his favourite pose, near the Clock Tower. patchwork. The Hall is surrounded by world famous gardens including topiary sculptures designed by M Beaumont in 1694. & Sambo’s Grave 3 12 Subject to tidal access Bay Sea School This former 18C cotton and ‘out’ port was www.bayseaschool.com once a prosperous community of farmers and Gardens 21 and fishermen, now a cluster of houses Stop dreaming, start sailing… Sail around Holker Estate, -in-, LA11 7PL stand with commanding views of the River Morecambe Bay with RYA qualified 01539 558 328 | www.holker.co.uk Lune Estuary and Morecambe Bay. Close instructors. See and feel first hand the Open: Sunday 20 Mar - Sunday 30 Oct. by, the grave of Sambo provides a poignant calmness or excitement of the glistening 10.30am - 5.00pm Wed-Sun (Plus Bank reminder of the area’s rich cotton and slave waters of Morecambe Bay. Learn all about Holiday Mondays). Holker Hall is the home of trade history. navigation and seamanship in a wide range the , set in exceptionally of courses available. beautiful countryside with gardens that merge into parkland framed by the Lakeland Hills. This is one of the best-loved Nature Reserves 4 stately homes in Britain. Heysham, LA3 2XA T: 07979 652 138 | www.lancswt.org.uk Happy Mount Park 13 Open: Usually manned by a volunteer daily Marine Road East, Morecambe, LA4 5AQ 9am-5pm all year. On some occasions such as T: to 01524 401140 | www.lancaster.gov.uk/happymountpark 22 Bank Holidays, times may vary. Laurel and Hardy Museum, Open: Daily from 8.30am closing times vary Heysham’s Nature Reserves are managed by Brogden Street, Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 7AH Happy Mount Park features a woodland walk, 01229 582292 | www.laurel-and-hardy.co.uk the Wildlife Trust and are located near the Japanese Garden, putting and bowling pretty village of Heysham. Featuring a wide greens as well as the ever popular children’s Open: 10am- 5pm Easter to Oct. 7 days a week variety of habitats. Look out for The Wildlife splash park and play areas. There’s also a Trust events. Closed Mon & Wed at all other times. Please miniature railway, crazy golf, swing boats and contact for more openings. much more.Some attractions have a small The world’s only museum devoted to Laurel charge. With free Brass Band concerts each and Hardy is in Ulverston, where Stan Laurel Sunday from May-September. was born on 16th June 1890. Everything you 5 want to know about them is in the museum, Heysham Heritage Centre believed to house the largest collection of Main Street, Heysham, LA3 2RW memorabilia, in the world, including letters, T: 01524 853465 | www.heyshamheritage.org.uk 14 photographs, personal items and furniture. Open: April-Sept. Tuesday–Sunday, 11.00am - Station Heritage Centre 4.00pm. Closed Mondays (open Bank holidays). Carnforth Station, Warton Road, Carnforth, LA5 9TR October Sat-Sun 11.00am-4.00pm T: 01524 735165 | www.carnforthstation.co.uk This 17th century longhouse is an unusual Open: 7 days per week 10.00am - 4.00pm 23 example of surviving 17th century village Conishead Priory and Gardens Made famous by the filming of David Lean's architecture. Today, Heysham Heritage Centre Ulverston, Cumbria, LA12 9QQ tells the story of Heysham’s fascinating history. romantic classic 'Brief Encounter' the award winning Heritage Centre incorporates wide 01229 584029 | : www.manjushri.org ranging exhibitions, a Brief Encounter film Visit Conishead Priory and gardens. Originally room and a faithful restoration of the founded in 1160 as a hospital for the poor, this Refreshment Room featured in the film. large Victorian Gothic country house is surrounded by gardens and woodland. Now 6 home to one of ’s largest Buddhist St Peter’s Church & St Patrick’s Chapel communities. All just a five minute walk from Heysham, LA3 2RN the shores of Morecambe Bay. www.heyshamparish.org.uk Greenlands Farm Village Carnforth 15 Set on a dramatic Heysham cliffside, with Tewitfield, Carnforth, LA6 1JH breathtaking views over Morecambe Bay, 01524 784184 | www.greenlandsfarmvillage.co.uk stands St Peter’s Church which dates back to the Saxon times. Close by you’ll find the Originally a working dairy farm, Greenlands ruins of St Patrick’s Chapel, which dates Farm now offers a taste of the countryside The Dock Museum 24 back to the 8th or 9th century, and a group and artisan shopping for all the family. Pat and feed storybook farm animals, enjoy North Road, Barrow-in-, LA14 2PW of Viking rock hewn graves. Mystery T:01229 876400 | www.dockmuseum.org.uk surrounds the graves but they are believed donkey rides, play on mini tractors, race to be early examples of Christian burials. round the barn on the go-carts and picnic Open: Wed-Sun, 11am-4pm (last admission 3.30pm) by the paddocks. Built in a 19C dock, the museum is home to a wealth of objects showing the history of the Furness area. Once a small farming village, now a bustling town with a thriving ship building industry. Festival Market in Morecambe 7 Enjoy a pleasant landscaped walk form the Leighton Hall 16 museum to Walney Bridge and the beautiful Central Drive, Morecambe, LA4 4DW little-explored beaches of Walney taking in the T: 01524 414251 | www.lancaster.gov.uk/festivalmarket Leighton Hall, Carnforth, LA5 9ST wonderful views over to mountain T: 01524 734474 | www.leightonhall.co.uk Open: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and and Walney Island. Sunday and all summer Bank Holidays Open: May-Sept: 2pm-5pm, Tues-Fri.; also from 9am – 5pm (4.30pm in winter) Bank Holiday Sunday & Monday. Open on Enjoy shopping at Morecambe’s Festival Sundays in August. Market. With more than 100 stalls selling a Leighton Hall is the lived-in house of the Furness Abbey 25 great selection of products, you are sure to famous furniture making Gillow dynasty. Manor Road, Barrow in Furness LA13 0PJ find what you are looking for. As well as exploring the house, visitors can Tel: 01229 835256 | www.english-heritage.org.uk www.lancaster.gov.uk/community and living enjoy the pretty gardens, watch beautiful birds of prey displays or visit the tea rooms Founded in 1123 by Stephen, Count of and children’s play area. Boulogne, later King of , built entirely out of local sandstone was once one of the richest Cistercian monasteries in England. The majority of the current ruins date from 8 Morecambe Superbowl 17 the 12th and 13th centuries. Centre Central Drive, Morecambe, LA4 4DW and Silverdale Area of houses an education centre and an extensive T: 01524 400974 | www.super-bowl.co.uk Outstanding Natural Beauty exhibition about the history of the Abbey. Open: 364 days of the year, 10:00am till late www.arnsidesilverdaleaonb.org.uk Bowling is not all we have to offer! We have a licensed bar, an American style diner, This extraordinary place is famous for its amazing wildlife, stunning scenery and games arcade, pool tables and air-hockey, 26 kids disco party room and a function suite superb walks. From the simple beauty of the and Castle Piel Island, Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, PA14 0QN that can cater for up to 150 people. This is lady's slipper orchid to the shining sands of Ferry info T: 07516453784 or 07798794550 the perfect choice for a great time out. Morecambe Bay, the area is simply awe-inspiring - full of natural spectacles www.english-heritage.org.uk and a surprise around every corner. A 14C offshore stronghold on Piel Island, accessible by seasonal ferry from . Meet the King of Piel at the Island’s Ship Inn. The Island is a haven for wild life 9 18 with many different species of sea bird Winter Gardens Morecambe RSPB Leighton Moss and other wildlife. Marine Road, Morecambe, LA4 4BU Myers Farm, Silverdale, Carnforth, LA5 0SW T. 01524 409009 | www.thewintergardensmorecambe.co.uk T: 01524 701601 | www.rspb.org.uk Open: Every Wednesday 1pm-4pm; Sunday Open: Daily 9.30am-dusk. Closed Christmas Day 1pm-4pm (April-October) Volunteers permitting Leighton Moss is the largest reedbed in Also known as the Victoria Pavilion, this northwest England with plenty of nature trails, a The Platform Reel Cinemas magnificent theatre is in the process of being visitor Centre and tea-rooms to enjoy. There’s Old Station Buildings, Marine Rd restored to its former glory, but still hosts live always something to do. Keep a look out for any Central Drive, Morecambe Central, Morecambe LA4 4DB LA4 4DW music and other events. deer hiding or even butterflies fluttering around. T: 01524 582803 It’s no coincidence that BBC Autumn Watch has T: 01524 413935 (13) www.facebook.com/ broadcast twice from Leighton Moss!! www.reelcinemas.co.uk morecambeplatform

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS 2016

MARCH AUGUST

13 Promenade Concert 7 Classic Car and Bike Show, MORECAMBE BAY Orchestra at The Platform, Heysham Village Morecambe 13 Prince & Snow Princess Day 26 Easter Eggstravaganza, at Happy Mount Park ATTRACTIONS Happy Mount Park 20 – 21 Model Railway Weekend at APRIL Carnforth Station 27 Motown Magic at The 17 Lakeland Historic Car Club Platform & EVENTS GUIDE at Levens Hall 27 & 29 Cartmel Races 21 – 24 Bard on the Beach, SEPTEMBER Morecambe WELCOME TO NATURE’S AMPHITHEATRE 23 Apr Ulverston WalkFest 3 - 4 Vintage by the Sea – 2 May Festival 30 Apr Morecambe Carnival 4 Bradford to Morecambe – 1 May Historic Vehicle Run 8 – 11 Heritage Open Days MAY 17 Ulverston Lantern Festival eat 1 Disco Inferno at The Platform OCTOBER Gr s 21 Teddy Bear’s Picnic & Service gifts, Book Day at Happy Mount Park 8 Ghost Hunt at Carnforth and Tickets at Station 22 Railwayana Fair Carnforth shopccc.co.uk 30 Station Halloween Spooktacular at The Festival Market 22 Promenade Concert Orchestra The Platform NOVEMBER MORECAMBE VISITOR 26 - 29 Nice ‘n’ Sleazy Punk Festival 26 – 27 Ulverston Dickensian 28 - 29 Ulverston Food Festival Christmas INFORMATION CENTRE 27 Christmas at Morecambe 29 Vintage Bus Display & Festival Market Running Day, Morecambe DECEMBER Our expert advisors can provide inspiring ideas on everything there is to JUNE see and do in Morecambe Bay and beyond. Whether you need travel 7 More Music Winter 3 - 5 ‘A Splendid Day Out’ tickets and transport information, theatre and show tickets, giftware Lantern Festival Steampunk Festival at the and books, information about the latest events or suggestions for days Platform out, come and speak to our friendly team. 3 – 5 Holker Garden Festival And there’s more: • Exhibitions at Carnforth Station 8 – 18 Ulverston International Old Station Buildings, Marine Road, Morecambe LA4 4DB Music Festival • Guided Walks with Peter Wade T 01524 582808 | E [email protected] • Cross Bay Walks with Cedric Robinson 24 – 26 Silverdale and Arnside Arts • More Music in Morecambe Events and Crafts Trail • Warton Stock Car Races 26 Armed Forces Day in EXPLOREMORECAMBEBAY.ORG.UK • Events at RSPB Leighton Moss Morecambe • Morecambe Bay Partnerships Events twitter.com/@moremorecambe JULY • Events in Happy Mount Park • Morecambe Winter Gardens Events 3 Leighton Hall Car Rally • The Platform Entertainment Venue 16 – 17 Catch the Wind Kite Festival • Arndale Centre Events Pick up your exclusive FREE Discount Card today! 16 – 17 Heysham Viking Festival • Events in the South Lakes For exclusive offers and discounts pick up 27 Ulverston and North your FREE card and details of participating Lonsdale Show venues from Morecambe or Lancaster VICs. V sit Card 30 – 31 Cumbria Steam Gathering i at Information correct at the time of print. Disclaimer: Whilst every care has been taken to ensure accuracy in this publication, we cannot KENDAL Sedbergh accept responsibility for any errors or omissions. All details are correct atW thein timede ofr mgoinger toe print 37 but unexpected changes to the programme can happen. Please check by telephone or website Oxenholme ALL THESE EVENTS AND LOTS MORE ARE FEATURED ON before setting out on your journey. WWW.EXPLOREMORECAMBEBAY.ORG.UK Design and production by HotfootDesign.co.uk EXPLOREMORECAMBEBAY.ORG.UK OR CONTACT MORECAMBE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRE 01524 582808 Published by Lancaster City Council A592 A591

A590 20 Newby A6 Morecambe Bay has some Bridge A590 36 of the most beautiful Milnthorpe coastline in Britain. Lindale 19 Arnside 22 21 Kirkby 18 Lonsdale A great place to experience amazing GRANGE- 17 S ULVERSTON ARNSIDE & sunsets, discover natural landscapes and OVER-SANDS SILVERDALE 23 Silverdale 10 unearth your adventurous side with an AONB 15 incredible range of outdoor activities, 16 Warton Arkholme from sailing to windsurfing, cycling, horse 35A e n B6254 u riding and walking. BARROW 35 Carnforth L IN FURNESS 14 25 6 The Bay also offers opportunities to 24 Hornby Bolton-le-Sands watch oyster catchers and other waders M O R E C A M B E 9 march up the shore in front of advancing M6 Wra B AY Hest Bank or even looking for seals lazing 26 A683 13 A6 Walney Island i 11 10 12 around the south of Walney. 34 9 MORECAMBE 7 Caton Morecambe Bay has plenty for children 8 and adults alike to relax, discover, explore 6 Heysham 5 LANCASTER and enjoy. Ward’s uglas 4 am to Do Stone eysh l H l e F e e 3 L O 1 2 Abbeystead 33A 33 Dolphinholme Trough to L Bowla ar n l e Forton l S e F s A588 ke Sy Key to Attractions Knott End Scorton FLEETWOOD

1 Glasson Dock 7 Festival Market 13 Happy Mount Park 20 Levens Hall and Gardens A587 Preesall 2 Bay Cycle Way 8 Morecambe Superbowl 14 Carnforth Station Heritage Centre 13 21 Holker Hall and Gardens 3 Sunderland Point & Sambo’s Grave 9 Winter Gardens 15 Greenlands Farm Village 22 LaurelC and Hardy Museum S 4 Heysham Nature reserves 10 Morecambe Heritage Centre 16 Leighton Hall Garstang 23 Conishead Priory and Gardens 5 Heysham Heritage Centre 11 Morecambe Promenade and TheA5 Eric88 17 Arnside & Silverdale AONB 24 The Dock Museum Barrow 6 St Peter’s Church & St CleveleysMorecambeThorn Statue ton 18 RSPB Leighton Moss 25 Furness Abbey Chip Patrick’s Chapel 12 Bay Sea School M6 19 Lakeland WildlifeA Oasis586 26 Piel IslandClau and gCastlehton A585 on Brock