Founded in 1190 as a Premonstratensian priory, Cockersand Abbey was elevated to an abbey two years later. All that remains today is a windswept chapter house and ruins that are Grade I-listed.

Its location, on a low island of clay in the middle of undrained marshland, earned it the moniker 'St Mary of the Marshes'. Its mix of red sandstone and grey gritstone give it an evocative appearance.

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Former abbey next to the Lancashire Coastal Way.

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1. Plover Scar Lighthouse & Cockersand Abbey loop from Glasson

8.99km

02:17

20m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. View of Cockersand Lighthouse – Glasson Dock Harbour loop from St Michael's Parish Church

16.1km

04:09

70m

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

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3. Glasson Dock Harbour – View of Cockersand Lighthouse loop from Thurnham

14.5km

03:41

50m

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Location: Thurnham, Lancaster, Lancashire, North West England, England, United Kingdom

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Cockersand Abbey Chapter House and Ruins

1. Plover Scar Lighthouse & Cockersand Abbey loop from Glasson

2. View of Cockersand Lighthouse – Glasson Dock Harbour loop from St Michael's Parish Church

3. Glasson Dock Harbour – View of Cockersand Lighthouse loop from Thurnham

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