The Chimney on the Shore – Jenny Brown's Point Chimney loop from RSPB Leighton Moss

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The Chimney on the Shore – Jenny Brown's Point Chimney loop from RSPB Leighton Moss

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The Chimney on the Shore – Jenny Brown's Point Chimney loop from RSPB Leighton Moss

02:05

7.91km

70m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: July 18, 2026

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Arnside & Silverdale National Landscape

Waypoints

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Bus stop

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1.78 km

The Chimney on the Shore

Highlight • Historical Site

It is widely speculated that the chimney represents the remnants of an illegal copper mining and smelting endeavour established by Robert Gibson during the 1780s.

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1.80 km

Jenny Brown's Point Lime Kiln

Highlight • Structure

Lime kiln. You'll have to hike a bike a little bit

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1.94 km

Jenny Brown's Point

Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint

It is widely speculated that the chimney represents the remnants of an illegal copper mining and smelting endeavour established by Robert Gibson during the 1780s. There is also some uncertainty …

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2.38 km

Jenny Brown's Point Chimney

Highlight • Monument

This small headland in the Silverdale parish is adorned with an intriguing grade-II listed chimney. Its origin is something of a subject for debate, with some believing it to be …

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3.02 km

Jack Scout Lime Kiln

Highlight • Monument

Nice place to stop and have a picnic

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3.44 km

Wolf House Gallery Café

Highlight • Cafe

Great coffee and cake but they also do normal meals and snacks.
There is also a gallery so do have a look around.
Open 11:00 - 16:00 but closed on Monday and Tuesday.

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4.57 km

Woodwell Cliff

Highlight • Viewpoint

Just on the outskirts of the village of Silverdale is Woodwell Cliffs and springs. The springs and well used to supply the water for the community years ago

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