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The Perfect Short Break in the UK! Beyond the vibrant city centre of Liverpool the Mersey Estuary has over 57 kilometres of stunning beaches and coastline which includes Sefton's Natural Coast and the Wirral Peninsula . The perfect location for ...

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Much more than just a country break in England... There's so much more to the Liverpool City Region than dynamic nightlife, ground-breaking music and world-class sport. The area is packed with an abundance of horticultural gems found in its exquisite ...

Sefton: You will discover many interesting places by foot or by bicycle when you experience Sefton's wonderful countryside landscapes. It is an area of open space and tranquility close to the popular towns of Ainsdale, Crosby and Formby along with the ...
St.Helens: At the heart of the Mersey Forest, England's largest community woodland, St.Helens has an abundance of scenic, tranquil countryside, trails, walks and waterways just waiting to be discovered, each with their own unique personality. Although most people think of St.Helens ...
Wirral: The Wirral coast and countryside is ideal for a break. Start off at Wirral Country Park and move onto the miles of seashore and inland walks across heaths, commons and woodland. The pretty Wirral parks and scenery will entice you ...
Halton: The region of Halton covers an area of 7,937 hectares. It is in the top 1% of all authorities in UK for hectares of local nature reserve per head of population and Halton parks are great for relaxing and sampling ...
Liverpool: There are many beautiful aprks in Liverpool which once outside the city centre, one can see along with plenty of pretty gardens and countryside. Consider spending the day at one of the major heritage centres of the North West at ...
Knowsley: Knowsley Safari Park is one of the top attractions in the North of England with over 40 species of exotic animals to see. There are only five safari parks in the UK and the safari park in Knowsley is now ...
Food and Drink: Restaurants in Liverpool The restaurants in Liveprool pride themselves on offering superb quality and many, like the Brasserie at the Malmaison Hotel, are excellent in sourcing local produce and creating specialised dishes and cuisines. Choose to spend a lazy afternoon ...
The National Trust: The National Trust on Merseyside The National Trust - a potted history The National Trust was founded in 1895 by three Victorian philanthropists - Miss Octavia Hill, Sir Robert Hunter and Canon Hardwicke Rawnsley. Concerned about the impact of uncontrolled ...
News & Events: News Wirral Council says no to battery eggs! £2million woodland for St.Helens Events Sefton Major Events Southport Flower Show British Musical Firework Championships Southport Motor Show Knowsley Major Events Knowsley Flower Show Liverpool Major Events Liverpool International Tennis Tournament Halloween ...

Coast

An Old Favourite Amongst the Seaside Tourist Attractions in the UK Liverpool City Region is an area of many contrasting environments where you can combine the exhilaration of contemporary city life with the more relaxed pleasures of one of the ...

Wirral Peninsula: Set between the rivers Dee and Mersey, the Wirral Peninsula stretches into Liverpool Bay and the Irish Sea, and is blessed with stunning natural splendour and a rich heritage. Each year there are major events such as the International Guitar ...
Sefton's Natural Coast: Sefton Coast The sand dunes, beaches and marshes of the Sefton Coast are England at its most natural most important areas for nature conservation in Europe. The Sefton Coast is also an important visitor destination with popular bathing beaches and ...
Halton's Coastline: Halton's Coastline, part of the Transpennine Trail Canal boats, sailing, windsurfing can all be found within easy reach of the main towns of Runcorn and Widnes, just off Halton's coastline. For the outdoor types among you, perhaps a stroll around ...
England's Golf Coast: Your Golf Holiday in the UK Awaits... England's Golf Coast is home to some of the most naturally challenging links courses in the world and is the golf destination where legends are made. Home to three Royals - Royal Birkdale ...
The Mersey Coastline: The Mersey River View and Beyond... Mersey Waterfront has around 45km of beaches. Over 100km of the total 135km coastline is open to the public to enjoy the Liverpool beaches and scenery. Taking the ferry 'cross the Mersey' is an ...
Coastal Clues About The Past: A Coast of Industrial History Reminders of the past lie all around you in the Mersey and Dee Estuaries. Few parts of Britain can boast such a range and quality of historic and archaeological interest, much of it stemming from ...
Photographing the Mersey Coast: Coastal Photography on the Mersey Coast Wherever you go, you will enjoy the unique and ever changing natural environment along the coast. The areas coast and riverside offers a multitude of excellent locations from which to capture some great coastal ...
News and Events: Sefton Summer Classics M People sign up for Friday night at the Summer Classics! See them live on 25th July at Southport's Stunning Victoria Park. More information The British Open Southport is delighted to host, once again, the most prestigious ...
The Mersey Estuary Activities: The Mersey and Dee estuaries offer unrivalled opportunities for all to get onto the waterfront and enjoy the open spaces, sea breezes and wonderful views. They are not only excellent locations to view a myriad of rare and beautiful species ...

Visitor Information

Liverpool is the centre of a dynamic area containing seaside resorts, breathtaking landscapes, vibrant towns and villages with a host of historic places and stories. What's more it's all joined together by a comprehensive network of road, rail and ferry ...

Travel Advice: Getting to the Liverpool City Region Train Intercity services run from major towns and cities into Liverpool Lime Street Station. Journey times are quick; London to Liverpool takes just over 2 and a half hours. Links are also available to ...
Accommodation: SPECIAL OFFERS. Thornton Hall Hotel and Spa. Country Retreat Special Package. £145 per person per package* Start your day by checking into the Thornton Hall Hotel and Spa (luxury 4 * hotel) and take full advantage of our exclusive leisure ...
Maps: Click on the links below to download a selection of printable PDF maps. The file sizes are displayed next to the map name. Download times will vary depending on the speed of your internet connection. To download the free Adobe ...
Regional Web Links: Below is a list of useful websites that may be of interest; Liverpool www.visitliverpool.com www.liverpool08.com www.visitsouthport.com www.visitwirral.com www.visitsthelens.com www.visithalton.com www.visitknowsley.com Visit Chester & Cheshire Tourist Board www.visitchester.com www.discoverthemerseyforest.co.uk Marketing Manchester www.visitmanchester.com Lancashire & Blackpool Tourist Board www.visitlancashire.com Cumbria Tourism www.golakes.co.uk ...
Coach Parking: Liverpool City Centre Coach Parking New arrangements are currently being made for coach parking in Liverpool as the City Council aims to improve provision in 2008. Currently it is possible to park on and off-street in Liverpool at the following ...
Travel Buddy: Register your Liverpool Travel Buddy! When you visit Liverpool you can now access the unique Travel Buddy service which delivers everything you need to know - from 'things to do' to 'places to visit' straight to your mobile phone. It ...

Ideal Picnic Areas

There's no better way to enjoy the great outdoors than exploring some of the best picnic sites in England. Pack up a picnic basket and head off to one of the many favourite beauty spots. Liverpool City Region has an ...

Liverpool Picnic Spots: Otterspool Promenade A favourite with kite fliers this often overlooked wide open space is perfect for views of the river Mersey and ideal for picnics. Calderstons Park There is a lake in the park, where you can feed ...
St.Helens Picnic Spots: Siding Lane Local Nature Reserve, St Helens A great place for a picnic, Sidings Lane is signposted off the A570 Rainford Bypass. The site offers peaceful picnic areas within a woodland setting. The Ranger Centre is open at weekends in ...
Wirral Picnic Spots: Leasowe Common At the heart of the North Wirral Coastal Park, not far from Moreton Train Station and with plenty of free car parking. Toilets and café nearby. Adjacent Moreton Beach has highest European Standard water quality (2007) and is ...

Mersey Coast & Country Tours

With miles of footpaths, tracks and bridleways there are numerous options for walking on the North West Coast, cycling or horse riding. The Sankey Valley Trail and Cheshire Lines Path provide great examples of former industrial land being converted for ...

Sefton Walks & Cycle Routes: ...
Wirral Walks & Wirral Cycle Routes: Taking a Wirral coastal walk is the perfect way to see Merseyside’s nature and sea views at their best. Each walk introduces a part of the Wirral coast or a well known inland area featuring a local common or country ...
Mersey Coastline Walks & Cycle Routes: Cycle Routes around Merseyside Merseyside coast is home to some stunning scenery which makes for excellent cycle routes in the UK. We have compiled a list of a few to ensure you take in the best bits, so take a ...
Liverpool Calorie Walks: Fit for Life Walking gives you a relaxing start to the day and is easy to fit into your daily life. It is a superb way of relieving stress and many people find a walk is a great way of ...

Green Tourism Business Scheme

Since its inception in 1997 the Green Tourism Business Scheme has been championing sustainable green tourism in the UK, and has become the largest and most successful scheme of its type in the world. Currently with over 1100 members, the ...

Members of the Scheme: A list of Green Tourism Business Scheme members in Merseyside is below; De Vere Daresbury Park Hope Street Hotel Radisson SAS Hotel Regent Maritime Hotel, Bootle Aachen, Liverpool Grove House, Wallasey Royal Hotel, Waterloo Devonshire House, Liverpool Thornton Hall ...
Working towards Membership: The organisations below are all working towards becoming Green Tourism Business Scheme members; Arena and Convention Centre Liverpool Crowne Plaza Holiday Inn City Centre Holiday Inn Express, Albert Dock Holiday Inn Express, LJLA 62 Castle Street Hard Days Night Hotel ...

Mersey Coast & Country Related Sites

The National Trust www.nationaltrust.org.uk Royal Society for the Protection of Birds www.rspb.org.uk National Wildflower Centre www.nwc.org.uk Discover The Mersey Forest www.discoverthemerseyforest.co.uk The Mersey Forest www.merseyforest.org.uk Sefton's Natural Coast www.seftonsnaturalcoast.com Forestry Commission www.forestry.gov.uk Natural England www.naturalengland.org.uk North West Fine Foods ...

Natural Economy Northwest

The Mersey Partnership is part of the Natural Economy Northwest Network. Natural Economy Northwest is a partnership programme supporting those wishing to extend the enjoyment of the North West's natural resources to everyday consumers who potentially harbour an inclination to ...