This is a designated landscape of special importance, covering 75 sq km, straddling the boundary of Cumbria and Lancashire. The Limestone geology and coastal aspect of the area sustains a complex mosaic of habitats. There are many semi-natural ancient woodlands, wildflower-rich limestone grasslands, protected limestone pavements, coastal salt-marshes, rare butterflies and many other diverse habitats.

The AONB takes in all or part of the parishes (and villages) of Arnside, Silverdale, Warton, Yealand Redmayne, Yealand Conyers and Beetham. The Area also includes the settlements of Storth, Sandside and Yealand Storrs. Carnforth to the South and Milnthorpe at the North, form the "gateways" to the AONB - both being on the A6 and having weekly markets and regular farmers' markets. They also have a full range of shops and services, aimed at both visitors and residents.

Use the menu on the left to link to the web-pages of the Arnside/Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Limestone Heritage Project Arnside/Silverdale AONB Landscape Trust AONB Sustainable Development Fund AONB Business Forum at www.visitbittern.co.uk The Bittern Countryside Community Interest Company - Conservation Cookbook project