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Overview

Train based walk

Leader: Annie

Meet Point: In the waiting area above platform 14 or on the platform at Piccadilly Station. Alternatively, meet the group on the train, or at the change of trains at Liverpool Lime Street, or at the walk start at Meols Station

Transport to Walk Start: 09:37 train from Manchester Piccadilly to Liverpool Lime Street, then the 10.38am Merseyrail train from Liverpool Lime Street to Meols.

Suggested Ticket: Off Peak Day Return to Liverpool Lime Street, then Off peak Day Return to Meols.

Please check advance tickets, as they may be cheaper

Walk Start: Meols Railway Station at 11:05

Waypoints: Wirral Coastal trail, Red Rocks, West Kirby Beach, Hilbre Island

Return Services:  Merseyrail from West Kirby to Liverpool Lime Street running every 15 minutes until 11.00pm, then numerous trains back to Manchester

Extra: Please use the toilet on the train. There are no toilets at the walk start. Optional drinks at the end of the walk. Please do not bring your dog (apart from assistance dogs)

Saturday, 20 September 2025
Start time:
11:05 am
Estimated finish time:
4:00 pm
Difficulty:
Leisurely
Distance:
13.7km / 8.5mi
Ascent:
50m / 164ft
Type:
circular

This is easy coastal walk. Please wear water proof shoes. Also advise carrying a dry towel with you. We shall have our lunch at West Kirby Beach while the tide is ebbing away. Crossing for Hilbre Island should be safe in between 2pm-8pm.

Features

  • Refreshments available (Pub/cafe)
  • Accessible by public transport
  • No car needed

Starting point

Grid reference:
SJ 23367 89751
Nearest postcode:
CH47 9RF
what3words:
sunk.tall.shady
Start time:
11:05 am

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