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Walney Island Nature Reserve Ride

Vickerstown, Walney Island, Barrow-in-Furness
65 metres climb
Risk assessed route
Distance - 9.9 miles
Bike suitability - Mountain Bike, Hybrid (off road tyres), Hybrid (road tyres), Road
Route rating
3.5 stars
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About the route

Starting point

End of Sandy Gap Lane (near small white building)
Near junction with Biggar Bank Road
Vickerstown, Walney Island, Barrow-in-Furness
Cumbria
LA14 3JT

Barrow-in-Furness

Take a trip on this great 9 mile bike ride that has so much to offer.  Starting in Vickerstown on Walney Island the route makes its way south to the South Walney Nature Reserve, Cumbria Wildlife Trust.  With stunning views across Morecambe bay, this shingle island reserve is full of interest and a fantastic place for spotting birds.

This route has been British Cycling assessed as an accessible route, meaning it is suitable for the majority of adaptive bikes. The route will have no or low levels of traffic, there will be plenty of space and will have a good surface throughout. If you have any questions about using this route on an adaptive bike on this ride, please use the red 'Contact Us' button below or call 0161 274 2000 and ask for the Recreation team .

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