Roan Head Beach
Askam in Furness, Cumbria
Tidal sands and a large nature reserve at this beach. The reserve is one of the most botanically rich coastal areas in the UK and home to many different animal species including rare invertebrates and 15% of the UK's natterjack toad population.
Beach Type
SandFacilities
No dog restrictionsActivities
There are public toiletsNature and Wildlife
There is a car park a 5 minute walk from the beachParking
The nearest train station is in Askam. 3 km to the north east. served by Northern Rail.Water Quality
AcceptableLifeguard
NoLocation
Nearest town: Askam in FurnessCounty: Cumbria
Latitude/Longitude: 54.1844, -3.21487
Postcode: LA16 7JF
(postcode is for sat-nav purposes only, and may not represent the actual address of the beach)
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Access
Coastal walks. bird spotting.Public Transport
7 km north of Barrow-in Furness and access is via a minor road from the A590.Nearest Railway Stations
Askam (Less than a mile away)Dalton (Cumbria) (Approx. 3 miles away)
Millom (Approx. 3 miles away)
Kirkby-in-Furness (Approx. 3 miles away)
Barrow-in-Furness (Approx. 4 miles away)
See the Environment Agency report for this beach