Some of the finest sand dunes on the Cumbrian coast are found at Mawbray Banks. The dune grasslands and dune heath found here are very rare and are important habitats for a number of species. Oystercatchers, curlews, stonechats, terns, bartailed godwits and ringed plovers all use the dunes for breeding and roosting.

Better still, the views from here are magical. On a good day, Criffel rises from the Galloway coast across the Solway. Back inland is a stonking view of the Northern Lakeland Fells across the Solway Plain.

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1. Allonby Beach loop from Mawbray

12.4km

03:08

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Mawbray Banks Nature Reserve loop from Beckfoot

5.49km

01:23

10m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 10 m

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Sunday 15 March

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Mawbray Banks Nature Reserve

1. Allonby Beach loop from Mawbray

2. Mawbray Banks Nature Reserve loop from Beckfoot

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