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Aldingham Beach

Cumbria, England

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Aldingham Beach, situated on the eastern side of the Furness peninsula, is a pebbled beach that offers stunning views over Morecambe Bay.

Aldingham Beach is characterised by a pebbled shoreline, featuring rocks of various colours, which at low tide, reveals a vast expanse of sand. The beach is accessible via a narrow path that leads through trees from the car park. A notable landmark near the beach is St Cuthbert's Church, which is said to have been one of the resting places of St Cuthbert's body as his followers fled the Danes. The church has historical significance, as Queen Victoria visited it in 1848.

Visitors to Aldingham Beach and Morecambe Bay are advised to exercise caution when exploring the area. It is strongly recommended that individuals do not walk on the mudflats without a guide, as the area is notorious for its quicksands and fast-incoming tides.

For those seeking an alternative beach experience, Baycliff Beach, located in Cumbria, is a lovely, unspoilt stretch of coast near Bardsea. This beach is ideal for nature lovers and those walking the coastal path, offering a quiet environment teeming with coastal wildlife. Holiday cottages are available on Leythey Lane, providing accommodation options for those looking to immerse themselves in the peaceful surroundings.

Aldingham Beach is adjacent to the Cumbria Coastal Way.

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Weather and tides for Wednesday 7 October

Today
Chance of rain 37%
Max temperature 13°C
feels like 12°C
Wind 15mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain %
Min temperature 9°C
feels like 8°C
Wind 14mph

The tide at Aldingham Beach is currently falling. Low tide will be at approximately 4:18 PM, and the next high tide will be at approximately 10:26 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

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Location: Aldingham

Location type: Village

Nearest village: Baycliff

OS Grid: SD283709

Coordinates: 54°7'46"N 3°5'54"W

Mapcode: GBR 6NTP.0G

What 3 Words: optimally.handle.amplified

Coordinates and location codes are for an approximate mid-point of the beach, and may not reflect the best access point or the most popular part of the beach.

County: Cumbria

Country: England

Local Authority: South Lakeland

Parish: Aldingham

Nearest postcode: LA12 9RT

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