Walking & Cycling Morecambe Bay from Hest Bank | Morecambe Lodge

Date: 20/08/26

One of the greatest advantages of owning a holiday home at Morecambe Lodge is having the beautiful Morecambe Bay coastline right on your doorstep.

You do not always need to get in the car or plan a big day out. Sometimes all you need is a comfortable pair of shoes or a bicycle and you can set off to discover miles of coastline, spectacular views and some fantastic local places to stop along the way.

From Hest Bank, you can follow the coast towards Morecambe, enjoy a leisurely cycle along the promenade, stop for coffee or lunch, or simply find a bench and admire one of the best views in Lancashire.

Walking from Hest Bank along Morecambe Bay

Morecambe Bay is a wonderful place for walking, and Hest Bank provides an excellent starting point.

The coastline here feels open and peaceful, with enormous skies and views stretching across the bay towards the Lake District fells. Depending on the weather and tide, the landscape can look completely different from one visit to the next.

For owners at Morecambe Lodge, having this scenery so close makes it easy to incorporate walking into everyday life at the park.

You do not have to make it a strenuous hike. A gentle morning stroll, an evening walk as the sun begins to set, or a longer walk towards Morecambe can all be enjoyed at your own pace.

Cycle from Hest Bank towards Morecambe

The relatively flat landscape around Morecambe Bay also makes this a fantastic area to explore by bicycle.

From Hest Bank, cyclists can head towards Morecambe and join the promenade, providing an enjoyable way to see much more of the coastline.

Morecambe Promenade is particularly suited to leisurely cycling. With the sea on one side and views towards the Lakeland fells in the distance, it is a very different experience from cycling alongside busy roads.

It is ideal for those who want to enjoy some gentle exercise without turning the day into a serious cycling expedition.

Stop at Happy Mount Park

As you approach Morecambe from Hest Bank, one of the first major attractions you will reach is Happy Mount Park.

The park has been part of Morecambe life for generations and is a particularly good destination for families. It also makes a convenient point to stop before continuing further along the promenade.

You could make Happy Mount Park the destination itself or simply use it as part of a longer day exploring Morecambe.

Continue along Morecambe Promenade

Carry on towards the centre of Morecambe and there is plenty to see.

The promenade stretches along the waterfront and offers fantastic views across Morecambe Bay. Along the way you will encounter public artwork, places to stop for refreshments and some of the town's best-known landmarks.

Eventually you can reach the famous Eric Morecambe Statue and the Stone Jetty.

The Stone Jetty is particularly worth exploring. Walking out towards the end gives you another perspective across the bay and provides a great place to stop and enjoy the surroundings.

Make time for coffee along the way

Of course, a walk or cycle is always improved by a good coffee.

Before setting off, you could call at Bold Hest Bank on Station Road, or incorporate a café stop into your journey.

Closer to the shore, The Shore Cafe provides another local option in Hest Bank.

If you make it all the way into Morecambe, Stone Jetty Cafe gives you the perfect excuse to stop before making the return journey.

These little stops are part of the enjoyment. There is no need to rush. The whole point is to get outside, enjoy the coast and spend some quality time with friends or family.

Explore even further by bike

For those looking for a longer ride, the local cycling network opens up even more possibilities.

There are established cycling routes connecting Hest Bank, Morecambe and Lancaster, meaning a simple ride from the park can easily become a much bigger day out.

Lancaster can be reached using cycle routes that take in the canal, River Lune and traffic-free sections between Lancaster and Morecambe.

Alternatively, continue south along the Morecambe coastline towards Heysham, where you can explore the historic village, St Peter's Church, St Patrick's Chapel and the spectacular headland overlooking the bay.

It means you can enjoy numerous different days out without travelling far from your holiday home.

The changing face of Morecambe Bay

One reason walking and cycling around Morecambe Bay never becomes boring is that the landscape is constantly changing.

The bay has one of the largest tidal ranges in the UK, creating enormous expanses of sand and mudflats at low tide before the sea returns.

It is also internationally important for birdlife, with large numbers of wading and migratory birds using the bay throughout the year.

Add in the changing weather, seasons and sunsets and no two walks along the coast are quite the same.

For safety, visitors should always admire the bay from recognised paths and coastal areas rather than attempting to walk across the sands without an organised and experienced guide.

A healthier way to enjoy your holiday home

Owning a static caravan is not simply about having somewhere different to stay.

It can also encourage a different way of living.

When the coast is on your doorstep, going for a walk becomes easier. Getting the bikes out becomes more appealing. Instead of spending the afternoon indoors, you might find yourself heading along the coast for a coffee or cycling into Morecambe for lunch.

These simple activities are part of what makes holiday home ownership so enjoyable.

There is no itinerary and no pressure to fit everything into a single week. You can discover the area gradually, returning to favourite places and finding new ones along the way.

Discover Morecambe Bay from Morecambe Lodge

Morecambe Lodge's location in Hest Bank puts some of the best of the Lancashire coast within easy reach.

Whether you fancy a gentle walk along the shore, a cycle into Morecambe, coffee with friends or a longer adventure towards Lancaster or Heysham, there is always somewhere to explore.

And when you have finished, your own holiday home is waiting for you.

It is another reason why owning a static caravan at Morecambe Lodge is about much more than the caravan itself. It is about having the freedom to enjoy Morecambe Bay and the surrounding area whenever you choose.