NW England-walk
Piel Island Islandeering route
Key Facts
- Location: Cumbria, near Barrow-in-Furness
- Size: 20 hectares
- Terrain: Grass Path
- Access: Island ferry from Roa
- Height gain: 8.8 metres
- Map: OS Explorer OL6 English Lakes
- Starting point: Piel Island Slipway, GR 233 638
Piel Island walk summary
Piel Island coast walk starts at the island slipway and simply follows the island path. Walking in an anti-clockwise direction the route heads to the north tip of the island where there are fabulous views of the fells of the Lake District, the vast stretch of the Fylde coastline to the Blackpool Tower, and the shipping yard and clock tower of Barrow-in-Furness. The west coast is more of a pebbly foreshore with great views across to Walney Island, inland the pond is a haven for bird life. The castle ruins can be explored at the southern tip of the island and there are also good views across to Southend Lighthouse on Walney Island before walking through the camping area to return to the Ship Inn.
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