The 10 Best Nature & Wildlife Areas in Merseyside, England

January 29, 2022 Myesha Cogley

Discover the best top things to do in Merseyside, United Kingdom including Hilbre Island Nature Reserve, Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve, Freshfield Squirrel Reserve, Formby Point, Millhouse Fisheries, RSPB Marshside, Eastham Country Park, Brotherton Nature Park, Butterfly Park, The National Wildflower Centre.
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1. Hilbre Island Nature Reserve

West Kirby CH61 0HN England
Excellent
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5.0 based on 67 reviews

Hilbre Island Nature Reserve

Reviewed By NannyGrottBaggs - Whitchurch, United Kingdom

Check tides etc before setting off - I went as part of a group - Cheshire Wildlife Trust. Before the walk started we all took advantage of the public toilets which I have to say were spotless! You have to carry with you everything you need (especially drinks) & wear appropriate gear. This is a long walk out to visit the Islands & you'll be walking over all sorts of terrain with no shelter from the elements.The Seals on the day were squabbling on the sand bank - we could hear them but you did need binoculars to see them properly. There's an abundance of bird life on the waters edge (if you're a Twitcher) and lots of interesting rock pools to go dipping in. Fantastic views of both North Wales & Wirral coast line. There's a Composting Toilet on Hilbre Island but nothing else except uninhabited buildings (used for wildlife recording purposes), forna, flora & fabulous red sandstone! The round property run by Friends of Hilbre does advertise on the information board at the start & at the property regular opening dates throughout the year but it was uninhabited on our visit. Lots of people take their dogs on this walk & allow them to run free but they have to be on leads on the actual island. The Lifeguards are on duty all day. Suitable for all ages but you need to be fit LOL

2. Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve

Lunt Road Lunt, Liverpool L29 7WL England +44 151 920 3769 http://www.facebook.com/Lunt-Meadows-wetlands-Nature-Reserve-1508795192738663/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 12 reviews

Lunt Meadows Nature Reserve

Reviewed By Gunn24 - Southport, United Kingdom

Great place for a relaxing walk, becoming increasingly popular. Free car parking and gate locking time is posted at the entrance. A variety of well defined paths through the meadows, small woodland, scrub and alongside the river Alt Plenty of birdwatching/photography and a variety of plant life. Mesolithic archeological site with explanatory site board and there’s a downloadable interactive app available to fully explain the site. Wildlife and Wetlands Trust (WWT) own and have carried out improvements to the meadows over last few years. Membership also gives access to other good sites like Brockholes near Preston.

3. Freshfield Squirrel Reserve

Lifeboat Road, Formby L37 1LJ England +44 1704 878591 http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/formby/trails/formby-red-squirrel-walk
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4.5 based on 477 reviews

Freshfield Squirrel Reserve

Reviewed By HeatherM344 - Chester, United Kingdom

Easy to find nature reserve (leave the train at Freshfield station and walk down Victoria Road to the entry point) Lovely and very helpful staff to answer questions and show you the best places to spot the gorgeous red squirrels - we saw half a dozen, and at very close quarters. Pleasant walks down to the spectacular beach and sand dunes, and something new to find with every visit. we spent our time on the beach looking at 6,000 year old hoof prints in the mud...Lots of seating and well sign posted.

4. Formby Point

Victoria Road Freshfield, Formby L37 1LJ England +44 1704 878591 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/formby
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4.5 based on 465 reviews

Formby Point

Beautiful and vast stretch of sandy beach north of the city. There are lovely forested walks through a red squirrel reserve along with one of the country's most scientifically important dune collections. A great escape from the city and a good place to let children run off some energy. Car parking fee applies.

Reviewed By rochesterrambler - Rochester, United Kingdom

After finding the main car park completely full we were directed to an alternative at the other end of the beach. From here we had a most enjoyable walk across the sand dunes to the beach, where we tuned north and strolled for half an hour watching the ships out to sea and the aircraft from the Southport Airshow heading home after completing their slot at the show. Turning inland we walked almost to Victoria Road car park before turning South to wend our way back to our car, completely shattered but delightfully happy

5. Millhouse Fisheries

Mill House Farm Eager Lane Eager Lane, Liverpool L31 4HS England +44 7834 562697 [email protected] http://www.mescarfisheries.com
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4.5 based on 2 reviews

Millhouse Fisheries

6. RSPB Marshside

Marine Drive, Southport England +44 1704 226190 http://www.rspb.org.uk/reserves/guide/m/marshside/
Excellent
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4.5 based on 98 reviews

RSPB Marshside

Reviewed By kelimages - Birkenhead, United Kingdom

This is one of the best places to see and Photograph Avocets & Godwits in the spring. You can get really close to them, I love the place. Best wishes Kel

7. Eastham Country Park

Rangers Office Green Lane, Eastham CH62 0BH England http://www.easthamcountrypark.blogspot.com
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4.5 based on 73 reviews

Eastham Country Park

Reviewed By 487MargaretG487 - Meols, United Kingdom

Great day out . Although a very wet day was a great place with very fascinating history good for children and dog walkers will go back in the summer! Nice pubs and cafes oh and yes public toilets too!

8. Brotherton Nature Park

Spital Road, Bromborough CH62 2BJ England +44 151 334 9851
Excellent
65%
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Brotherton Nature Park

Reviewed By georgee565 - Bromborough, United Kingdom

A lovely large and unique park with some excellent dog walking paths. A little uneven under foot in some areas, but fine if you've got sturdy footwear. Our dog loves going here.

9. Butterfly Park

The Railway Sidings, Bebington CH62 5BU England
Excellent
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4.0 based on 21 reviews

Butterfly Park

10. The National Wildflower Centre

Roby Road Court Hey Park, Liverpool L16 3NA England +44 151 738 1913 [email protected] http://www.nwc.org.uk
Excellent
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4.0 based on 18 reviews

The National Wildflower Centre

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