Wyre Estuary Wildlife to see Look out for Shelduck and Redshank at Explorer Top Tip Skippool. One day itinerary A local tide table is important for you to plan your route around the high tides which can affect some of the Wyre Way paths and Getting started; also to plan the best times Make your way out of Poulton north east along to watch the roosting birds Starting Breck Road to the River Wyre Roundabout, which move to different Point cross over this and look out for the brown sign feeding grounds at high and to Skippool. Cross over the roundabout and low tide. take the fi rst right turn to Skippool Creek. Poulton–le-Fylde Railway Station Head along the Wyre way to Fleetwood and catch Lunch Suggestion the Knott-End Ferry Follow the Wyre Way on foot to Rossall Point and Fleetwood to catch the Ferry or cycle to Fleetwood. At Knott-End on foot follow the Wyre Way to Shard Bridge and then follow the cycle route to the River Wyre Roundabout at Poulton. Finishing Approx length of time; Walk time Point Cycle or walk to the Wyre 3 hours to the Ferry. 10 minute Estuary Country Park Ferry and 3.5 hours to Poulton along MORECAMBE along the Wyre Way. the Wyre Way. BAY Follow the Wyre Way past the Sailing Club Find yourself a picnic bench with a view of keeping to the waymarked path suitable for the estuary and enjoy some alfresco dining. cyclists and walkers along to the Wyre Estuary Don’t forget to pack your picnic with local We saw Bar-tailed treats such as Tasty Lancashire Cheese! Country Park. Don`t forget your binoculars to spot Godwits at Knott-End. the estuary bird life along the way. Approx length of time; 15 mins by Double check your route using cycle or 60 mins on foot. OS map Explorer 296 LANCASHIRE Don’t forget to consult a tide table when Top Tip planning your visit, the path can be under water If the weather is wet why KeepSakes at high tides over 9m WHAT WILL YOU TAKE HOME? not try Fylde Country Life Wildlife to see Museum at Farmer Parrs The River Wyre marks the southern or Fleetwood Museum. boundary of Morecambe Bay, one of the most important sites for wildfowl and waders in Great Britain. Disclaimer: Information has been provided by Wyre Borough Council. Information may change so it is advisable to check information on visitlancashire.com before you visit. Printer Friendly.