Looking for an epic summer walk? Join CancerCare as we take on Chapel Island!

Local charity CancerCare is offering walkers the chance to visit Chapel Island on a unique charity walk this August.

Chapel Island is nestled in the Leven Estuary in the sands of Morecambe Bay. CancerCare’s Chapel Island Walk is the charity’s second Bay walk of the year; their first is their now sold out Cross Bay Walk taking place in July.

The Chapel Island Walk sets off on Saturday 2nd August at 11.15am from Canal Foot before crossing the River Leven and walking onto Chapel Island, where those wishing to can explore the island and its vast array of wildlife. The historic Collins Weir, an old cart-line that reappeared in 2024 after being buried by the sands for over 70 years, will still be visible this year.

The walk begins at and returns to Canal Foot (near Ulverston), and whilst not a difficult walk, participants are advised to have a decent standard of fitness. You will be safely guided across the shifting sands by royally appointed guide, Raymond Porter.

The circular walk is estimated between two and six miles, taking approximately three hours to complete.

All proceeds raised from the Chapel Island Walk will go directly to CancerCare, a local charity who provide free counselling and complementary therapies to people affected by cancer, life-shortening illness and bereavement.

For more information and to book, please visit: https://cancercare.org.uk/news-and-events