The Cross Bay Walk is an opportunity to have an amazing experience enjoying the exceptional beauty of Morecambe Bay. Take the historic walk with the King’s Guide Michael Wilson across the bay from Arnside to Grange over Sands and raise money for More Music.

All are welcome to join us on the bay walk; however you must be able to walk at least 9 miles with ease. It is not recommended for children under the age of 5 unless being carried all the way by their parent/ guardian.

Information about the walk

On arriving at Arnside walkers must register with More Music, we will be on the prom at the Clock near the public toilets.

Please arrive at 3pm, one hour before the walk begins at 4pm.

There will be a safety briefing to all walkers at 4pm before the walk begins. This will be located on the 2^ndslipway on Arnside prom.

Once the briefing has started all walkers are under the responsibility of the guide, Michael.

The walk will be roughly 5-10 miles and will take approximately 4 hours.

If you miss the walk setting off you CANNOT catch up for your own safety.

Full details of the walk and what to expect can be found at the Guide Over Sands Trust website

The guide will always choose the safest route DO NOT TAKE SHORTCUTS AS YOU WILL GET STUCK!

Getting to Arnside before a walk.

There are regular trains to Arnside from Lancaster and from Grange

Check train times here

Many people choose to either:

Drive to Arnside and park (free parking available on the front) then after the walk catch the train back to Arnside from Grange.

or Drive to Grange and park, then catch the train to Arnside in time for the start of the walk.

Guidelines to follow for the bay

Always access the bay under the guidance of our Royally appointed Guides as there are considerable risks involved in crossing the sands without the expertise and guidance of a Guide

Always follow the route of the Guide when out on the bay. The Guides route is always the safest! Do not take shortcuts

Leave no trace of your visit and take litter and dog waste home to dispose of properly.

If you encounter any birds on your walk do not approach them directly, your guide will decide the best route to avoid disturbance

Birds, nests and their eggs are often well camouflaged, so if you hear any short, sharp alarm calls you may be too close to a nest

Keep your dog under control and never let your dog chase the birds, put your dog on a lead if your dog is likely to chase birds

Take some time to learn about the wildlife in the area of your walk

Be aware of the countryside code and the marine and coastal wildlife code