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Walney Biggar Bank Beach

Cumbria, England


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Walney Biggar Bank bathing water is the most southerly of the three beaches on Walney Island.

The beach is made up of shingle, larger rocks and some sandy areas.

Sand

Weather and tides for Friday 29 March

Today
Chance of rain 71%
Max temp. 10°C
(feels like 8°C)
Wind 13mph
Max UV Index
Tonight
Chance of rain 41%
Min temp. 7°C
(feels like 3°C)
Wind 18mph

The tide at Walney Biggar Bank Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 1:36 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 8:07 PM.

Today's air pollution levels are forecast to be Low

Approximate sea surface temperature:   8.6°C  

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Recommended holiday cottages near Walney Biggar Bank Beach

Things to do and see in the area

The Dock Museum (1.4 miles)
The Forum (1.7 miles)
Barrow-in-Furness Library (1.8 miles)
Escape Room (1.9 miles)
Little Subs (2 miles)
Earnse Bay (2.2 miles)
Barrow Park (2.2 miles)
Furness Abbey (3.7 miles)
South Walney Nature Reserve (4 miles)
Piel Island (4.1 miles)

All distances are approximate

Other beaches nearby

Location: Tummer Hill, Barrow-in-Furness

Location type: Town

OS Grid: SD178673

County: Cumbria

Country: England

Local Authority: Barrow-in-Furness

Nearest postcode: LA14 3YF

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