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Nuclear flask train from Sellafield with Wyke Farm in the background.
©Don Burgess
©David Ashcroft
Dist:0.1km<br/>Heysham nuclear power station is visible to the left across Morecambe Bay.
©David Long
Dist:0.2km<br/>The footpath across Morecambe Bay starts on the other side of the level crossing. The walk can be treacherous, and careful preparation, or a Guide, is essential.
©David Long
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©David Long
Dist:0.2km<br/>This railway station marks the end of the Morecambe Bay cross-bay walk from Arnside to Kents Bank. This dangerous crossing should only be undertaken when led by the Queen's Sand Pilot, Cedric Robinson; he has held this position for over forty years.
©John McCafferty
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©Don Burgess
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©Peter Whatley
Dist:0.2km<br/>The station buildings seem little changed since the station was built around 150 years ago. Only the platform lighting and nameplates give it a modern feel.
©K A
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©David Long
Dist:0.2km<br/>Now a private house.
©Peter Whatley
Dist:0.3km<br/>Long distance shot of the tower which does not have public access to
©Paul Brooker
Dist:0.4km<br/>The walk can be treacherous, and careful preparation, or a Guide, is essential.
©David Long
Dist:0.4km<br/>Rail Line and foreshore with some tasty 'salt marsh lamb' just visible.
©Michael Graham
Dist:0.6km<br/>Having crossed from Arnside we are now back on dry land and nearly at Kents Bank.
©David Ashcroft

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