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Overview

A walk around this West Lancashire village using rights of way and farm tracks including the England Coast Path as it passes through Banks.

For early enquiries about this walk use the email link or message 07990 836085.

Wednesday, 11 March 2026
Start time:
1:00 pm
Estimated finish time:
3:45 pm
Difficulty:
Moderate
Distance:
8km / 5.0mi
Ascent:
N/A
Type:
circular

Features

  • Car parking available

Starting point

Grid reference:
SD 38291 20331
Nearest postcode:
PR9 8DQ
what3words:
aside.stores.forced
Start time:
1:00 pm

Meet and park on the junction of Southport New Road and Station Road opposite the car wash. Parking also on Lancaster Road a short distance along Station Road.

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Join the Ramblers and enjoy

  • unlimited free access to 50,000 Ramblers group walks
  • a library jam-packed with thousands of tried-and-tested routes
  • a welcome pack teeming with top tips plus our Walk magazine
  • exclusive discounts from our partners
  • knowing your support is opening up more places to walk and helping more people discover the joy of walking
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