Hilbre CrossingChecking for updates…Caught by the tide? 999 Coastguard

Checking the tide

Fetching tide and weather for the Dee estuary.

Live GPS mapSee where you are on the indicative route

A planning aid, not a safety clearance. Official Hilbre predictions from the UK Hydrographic Office. The board at Dee Lane and your own judgement come first. Privacy

This week

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TodayNo daylight crossingCheck another dayTue 20No daylight crossingCheck another dayWed 21No daylight crossingCheck another day

Today at a glance

  • Set off
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Other days
The routeVia Little Eye, never direct. 2 miles, 45–60 min each wayBefore you step offChecklist, tide override and emergency info

A planning aid, not a safety clearance. Official Hilbre predictions from the UK Hydrographic Office. The board at Dee Lane and your own judgement come first. Privacy