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christian427
October 28, 2022
Hiking
It's a tidal island so only accessible for around two hours either side of low tide, and it's linked to a headland by a concrete causeway (240 meter - 790 feet) visible only when the sea retreats.
Bear S.
August 15, 2024
Hiking
Only accessible at low tide. Be sure to check the tide table, e.g. here:
metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/gft8ks291#?forecastChoice=weather&date=2024-08-15
metoffice.gov.uk/weather/forecast/gft8ks291#?forecastChoice=weather&date=2024-08-15
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