Freshfield to Ainsdale Trail

Walks, England, Merseyside, Sefton
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Freshfield to Ainsdale Trail

Formby, Merseyside

by liverpoolcityregionca

  • 1hr 40m / 5.1km
  • 8

A woodland trail from Freshfield Train Station to Ainsdale Station.

  • Wildlife
  • Refreshments
  • Public transport
  • Picnic spot

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  1. Kiosk coffee on the corner by Freshfield Train Station.

    Step 1: Kiosk coffee on the corner by Freshfield Train Station.

  2. The walk starts here at Freshfield Train Station. Walk past the ticket office and onto the platform.

    Step 2: The walk starts here at Freshfield Train Station. Walk past the ticket office and onto the platform.

  3. Step 3: Freshfield Station has regular Merseyrail trains to Liverpool Central and Southport.

  4. Exit the station through the gate on the right and into main car park.

    Step 4: Exit the station through the gate on the right and into main car park.

  5. Turn left into car park and walk to the far end, be aware of moving vehicles.  At the end of the car park exit right.

    Step 5: Turn left into car park and walk to the far end, be aware of moving vehicles. At the end of the car park exit right.

  6. Turn left to join Montagu Road, there are no pavements, so check for moving vehicles as you walk along the road.

    Step 6: Turn left to join Montagu Road, there are no pavements, so check for moving vehicles as you walk along the road.

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