BeachHidden gem

Roanhead

Askam-in-Furness, North West England

Big dunes and a wide empty beach on the Duddon estuary.

Cost
Free
Booking
No need to book
Time to allow
2 hours

Roanhead is a stretch of high dunes and sand on the Duddon estuary, with views of the Lakeland fells. It is quiet, windy and rarely crowded. Perfect for a barefoot stroll.

Good to know

  • Watch for tides on the estuary
  • Take a picnic
Getting there
Small car park, sandy track
Vehicles
Fine in any car
Dogs
Dogs welcome

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