7-Day Tide Times for Hilbre Island

Planning your walk to Hilbre Island

The 7-day tide times above shows every safe crossing window for walking from West Kirby beach to Hilbre Island over the coming week. Tide times shift by roughly 50 minutes each day, so a window that suits you today may be too early or too late tomorrow, checking ahead makes the difference between a great trip and a wasted journey.

The walk across the Dee Estuary takes around 60 minutes each way. You need to depart West Kirby after low tide and be back on the mainland before the water returns. Windows marked "Best" give you the most time on the island. For today's detailed breakdown including weather and a tide chart, see today's tides.

Before your first visit, read the safety guide, it covers the correct route from the Marine Lake slipway, what to bring, and what to do if you get into difficulty. If you're unsure about conditions, check our FAQ or the about page to learn more about Hilbre Island's wildlife, history, and the grey seal colony.