Modern Day Piel Island
Being separated from neighbouring Roa Island by the Piel Channel, the island is accessible via a ferryboat which runs from Roa Island pier during summer weekends. A causeway links the island to Walney Island but is only passable with care at low tide. Piel Castle is managed by English Heritage and there is free, unlimited access. The castle, located on the southeast tip of Piel Island, is an impressive ruin made up largely of stones from the beach. The three-storey keep affords spectacular views of the island although, sadly, is no longer accessible to visitors, though campers may pitch a tent in its shadows.
The island is a haven for wildlife with many different species of sea bird to be found. Visitors should take care not to disturb nesting birds while walking on the beach. A marsh pond in the centre of the island now attracts many other types of bird.
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