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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Morecambe

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Morecambe, England

Updated June 14, 2021

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Unusual Attractions in Morecambe

Venus and Cupid Sculpture

Morecambe, England

'Venus & Cupid'

A powerful statue sits on Scalestone Point, looking out over Morecambe Bay.

Eric Morecambe Bronze Statue

Morecambe, England

Eric Morecambe Statue

Dedicated to the legendary comedian Eric Morecambe depicting his iconic "Bring Me Sunshine" stance.

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The Stone Graves Of Heysham

Heysham, England

The Stone Graves Of Heysham

These ancient rock graves were featured on the cover of a Black Sabbath compilation album.

2 miles from Morecambe

Heysham, England

'Poet Philosopher & Failure' Gravestone

A succinct inscription commemorates the ebb and flow of a woman's life.

2 miles from Morecambe

The Praying Shell

Bolton-le-Sands, England

The Praying Shell

A limestone sculpture of a praying man resides over the site where 23 Chinese cockle pickers died.

3 miles from Morecambe

Carnforth Coke Ovens

Carnforth, England

Carnforth Coke Ovens

These early 19th-century kilns were used to make coke, a key Ingredient in steel production.

4 miles from Morecambe

Dunald Mill Quarry

Nether Kellet, England

Dunald Mill Limestone Quarry

This abandoned limestone quarry now provides visitors with multiple, breathtaking viewpoints.

5 miles from Morecambe

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