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It is easy to see why this is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
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Up to the 19th-century the village of Arnside had been used as a local port
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A fantastic view from near the Leeds Children's Holiday Camp (1904)
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© Matthew Oates (NT)
The south slope is quite imposing
A national and international important wildlife area
The area is made up of species-rich limestone grassland, woodland, wet meadow, scree and scrub.
Arnside Knott is covered with limestone grassland and mixed woodland, which attracts a variety of insects and is especially renowned for butterflies.
There are outstanding views from the summit to the Lake District and Morecambe Bay.
The Lots in Silverdale is an area of easy-walking grassland in the middle of the village, which leads down to the shore at the Cove and has wonderful views over Morecambe Bay.
Jack Scout is one of only two cliffs in the area and provides a good breeding ground for song-birds as well as feeding places for weary migrant-birds passing through.
Don't miss
- Where Arctic wildlife meets species from the Mediterranean
- Diverse species-rich habitats and a haven for butterflies
- Way-marked and wilder pathways
- Stunning views and fabulous sunsets over Morecambe Bay
- Sheltered walks through ancient woodland
- A mosaic of wild, undisturbed coastal grassland and scrub
