Filled with beautiful green spaces, sandy beaches and historic parks, Merseyside is perfect for a springtime walk - whether you fancy a long hike or a shorter family stroll. With the sun finally shining - after what feels like an incredibly long winter - we have put together a list of our favourite spots for a lovely walk.
Including parts of Liverpool, Wirral, Sefton, Knowsley and St Helens, here are 17 beautiful parks, gardens and coastal walks in Merseyside to discover this spring. Let us know if your favourite place is on the list.
13. West Kirby Marine Lake, Wirral
West Kirby Marine Lake is ideal for a lovely walk, taking around 20 minutes to walk one lap. It is right next to the beach too and cute cafes. | Emma Dukes
14. Carr Mill Dam, St Helens
Carr Mill Dam offers picturesque lakeside trails and walks, and is ideal for a spring picnic with family. Take a stroll along the lake and enjoy a drink at the Boat House. | David Dixon SA-2.0 via Wikimedia Commons
15. Wavertree Botanic Gardens, Liverpool
Wavertree Botanic Garden and Park is a mid-19th century public park, with Grade II listed status. The beautiful park features a walled garden and children’s play area. | User Rept0n1x via Wikimedia
16. The Croxteth Walled Garden, Liverpool
This secret Victorian garden is filled with beautiful flowers, crops and historic features. Hidden by high walls, it is a community garden right next to Croxteth Hall, perfect for a lovely family stroll. | User