Morecambe Bay
Standing at the top of a flight of engraved granite steps in a prominent position on the promenade is the statue of Morecambe's most famous son, Eric Morecambe, slightly larger than life and in his famous 'Bring me Sunshine' pose. He is rarely alone. In all seasons and all weathers, there is always someone wanting a photograph taken with ' the one with the glasses'! Along the central promenade you'll find the artwork inspired by the bay's birdlife, known as the Tern Project. An array of award winning sculptures including cormorants, razorbills and gannets sit atop the roundabouts and on the sea railings. Flocks of metal birds appear to swoop and dive along lengths of fencing, mirroring the aerial displays made by the Bay's abundant bird population. The seabird theme continues along the jetty - Morecambe's contemporary answer to a seaside pier. There are bird related games etched into the floor, a circle of large polished stomes which resemble giant eggs, more bird sculptures and a giant compass. from the end of the jetty, the view out over the Bay is even more magnificent. here the Lakeland Hills are spread before you as in if a glorious oil painting - appearing almost close enough to reach out and touch. The unbelievably beautiful summer sunseta and the ever changing colours of the Lakeland Fells across the Bay have attracted artist and photographers from all over the world. Morecambe Bay is about 8 miles from Capernwray House.
