These are our favourite walking paths, parks and woodlands in Liverpool, Wirral, Sefton, St Helens and Knowsley - perfect for enjoying the spring sunshine.
The sun is shining and people across Liverpool will be desperate to enjoy some fresh springtime weather, after months of unsettled conditions, from heavy rain and wind, to thick layers of snow and sleet.
Luckily, Merseyside is a beautiful region, filled with wonderful green spaces, historic country grounds and sandy beaches, perfect for enjoying the spring sunshine. Whether you are after a long solo walk with a delicious coffee, or a stroll in a family-friendly park, there is something for everyone here in Merseyside.
Here are our top ten spring walks in and around Liverpool, offering the perfect opportunity to explore new parts of Merseyside, from majestic woodland trails to stunning coastal paths.
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. Occupying 11 acres, it is perfect for a spring walk. 📍 Innovation Blvd, Liverpool L7. | User Rept0n1x via Wikimedia Photo: User Rept0n1x via Wikimedia
6. Ness Botanic Gardens, Little Neston
Ness Botanic Gardens is home to 64 acres of diverse landscapes and plants filled with wildlife. It is open every day from 10.00am-4.30pm and costs £7.50 for an adult ticket without gift aid. The huge gardens are perfect for a spring walk and there are often family-friendly activities planned. 📍 Ness, Little Neston, Wirral CH64. | Steve Daniels via Wikimedia Photo: Steve Daniels via Wikimedia
7. Birkenhead Park, Wirral
Birkenhead Park is a beautiful open space and was the first publicly funded park in England - it even inspired the design of Central Park. It has play areas for the kids as well as a visitor centre and cafe. The park covers 90 hectares, meaning you can visit it multiple times and take different routes and discover new wonders.
📍 Park Drive, Birkenhead CH41 4HY. | Birkenhead Park Photo: Birkenhead Park
8. Crosby Coastal Park, Crosby, Sefton
If you are looking for a springtime walk across a sandy and rocky beach, Crosby Coastal Park is the destination for you. Go for a wander from Formby to Crosby and explore the coast surrounded by wildlife - perfect for bird watching. You can visit whenever as access to the beach and trail are open everyday all year round. 📍 Marmion Road, Waterloo, L22. | Crosby Coastal Park Photo: Crosby Coastal Park
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