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Originally Posted by tufftie  Oh, don't I had a tick on my wrist when i was at Minsmere, years ago, they had to burn if off with a ciggy!!!! think they gave me a few drinks first 
I'll try out the other places when we next head for the Lakes - could you describe them perhaps?!  |
Hi there Tufftie. It all depends on how you like your walk really. The places I have mentioned are some of my particular favourites for different reasons. They are either in or near to the Silverdale/Carnforth region and all are set around the limestone deposits indigenous of the area.
I generally walk from one to the other to take in a general array of wildlife, but each place has its favoured species ie Butterflys, Dragonflys or Birds.
The area has a diverse amount of walks available to either a seasoned rambler or the one off day walker, and basically everything a nature study could offer; Abandoned quarries, lakes, vast woodland, crags and hills. It is also close to the sea front overlooking Morecambe Bay and Grange over Sands.
The amount of walks I could recommend would just confuse you. The best way to see the area is to get a local map and set off to explore. I do however hope you take in the Eaves Wood route that takes you over Arneside Knott.
Leighton Moss Bird reserve is in the region and is not a bad starting point for any of the above trails - enjoy!