Where the urban meets the natural — and the Mersey leads you from city streets to wide, open skies.
Merseyside is a compact yet varied walking region, balancing vibrant urban energy with green spaces and long coastal views. From the banks of the River Mersey to the beaches of the Sefton Coast — including Crosby, Formby, and Southport — this is a county where walking reveals both heritage and nature.
The Liverpool waterfront offers a striking start to many walks, blending historic docks with public art and skyline views. Further afield, trails wind through woodlands at Croxteth Hall, the dunes of Formby, or the quiet wetlands of Wirral Country Park. Merseyside is also home to parts of the England Coast Path and the Trans Pennine Trail — offering level, accessible walking for all.
It’s a region full of contrasts, where nature, history, and community walk side by side.
These featured walks pass through or begin in Merseyside — each one suited to slow, self-guided exploration.
A 22-mile route from Crosby to Southport, taking in dunes, pinewoods, beaches, and rare wildlife. Highlights include Antony Gormley’s “Another Place” sculptures and the Formby red squirrel reserve.
Part of the Wirral Country Park, this 12-mile trail follows a disused railway between West Kirby and Hooton — with estuary views, woodland stretches, and peaceful countryside.
Includes scenic stretches through the Mersey Estuary region, linking urban waterfronts, saltmarsh reserves, and quiet coastal lanes.
A well-maintained, mostly level route that connects Southport to Warrington via Liverpool, crossing rivers, canals, and greenways.
Curated stays for walkers, wanderers, and slow travellers — all within easy reach of the path.
Trusted tour companies offer self-guided walking holidays in Merseyside — with accommodation, luggage transfers, and detailed route notes included.
Choose a town or village to start your walk — and discover places to stay, paths to follow, and landscapes to linger in.
These featured walks pass through or begin in Merseyside — each one suited to slow, self-guided exploration.
