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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.
Sand Pebbles
| Today |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 60% |
| Max temperature | 12°C |
| feels like | 11°C |
| Wind 26mph |  |
| Max UV Index |  |
| Tonight |  |
|---|---|
| Chance of rain | 85% |
| Min temperature | 11°C |
| feels like | 9°C |
| Wind 21mph | |
The tide at Aldingham Beach is currently rising. High tide will be at approximately 12:49 PM, and the next low tide will be at approximately 5:58 PM.
Detailed weather and tides »
Toilets
Parking near the beach, although limited.
Dogs are allowed.
No lifeguard cover at this beach
Water quality not measured here
just over a mile southwest as the seagull flies, just over a mile by road.
around 2 miles north-northeast as the seagull flies, around 3 miles by road.
around 6 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 8 miles by road.
around 6 miles west as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 6 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 9 miles by road.
around 7 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 7 miles west-southwest as the seagull flies, around 10 miles by road.
around 7 miles west as the seagull flies, around 11 miles by road.
around 9 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 21 miles by road.
around 9 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 26 miles by road.
around 9 miles northwest as the seagull flies, around 24 miles by road.
around 10 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 47 miles by road.
around 10 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 48 miles by road.
around 10 miles southeast as the seagull flies, around 49 miles by road.
around 10 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 46 miles by road.
around 10 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 46 miles by road.
around 12 miles east-northeast as the seagull flies, around 31 miles by road.
around 12 miles east-southeast as the seagull flies, around 38 miles by road.
around 12 miles west-northwest as the seagull flies, around 25 miles by road.
around 14 miles south-southeast as the seagull flies, around 57 miles by road.
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
(for sat-nav purposes only, a beach does not have a postal address!)
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