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Crosby Coastal Park

📍 Liverpool, North West

★4.6(6,865 Google reviews)

Free coastal park north of Liverpool featuring Antony Gormley's Another Place iron figure installations, pram-friendly coastal paths, safe paddling, and a dog-friendly beach. Parking is very affordable.

✓ Antony Gormley figures✓ Dog-friendly beach✓ Sunset views✓ Safe paddling✓ Crabbing spot✓ Affordable parking
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★★★★★Featured review by Stef K

We love going here for both family days out, short or long walks, or even just an evening drink. Parking is crazy cheap, and free after a certain time. The beach is only a ten minute walk from the car parks. The play park and marina are immediately outside of the car park area. There's a pond with swans and ducks, even a black Swan can sometimes be spotted! The marina lake is a great spot for crabbing, and the nearby shops sell everything you would need. The beach itself isn't the safest for a swim, I'd only recommend a quick paddle or wet walk, but it's absolutely beautiful. From the iron men art display, to how the sun falls on it as it sets. There's plenty of space to set up for the day with the family, and plenty to eat at the bus yard if you forget your picnic, as well as fantastic cocktails at the bar, and often live music. All in all a great place to visit

🏆 Family Action Verdict

Best for families who want a proper seaside walk with a cultural talking point built in — the iron figures spark conversation for all ages. Dogs are very welcome and the beach is safe for paddling and crabbing. Arrive in the late afternoon in summer to combine beach time with a spectacular sunset.

â„šī¸ What to Know Before You Go

💡Parking costs are very low and free after a certain time in the evening
⏰The beach is a ten-minute walk from the car parks — play area and marina are right beside the car park
đŸŽŸī¸Stick to paddling and crabbing — swimming is not recommended
🚗Bring crabbing equipment or pick up supplies from nearby shops

đŸ’Ŧ What Families Are Saying

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4.6
★★★★★

6,865 Google reviews

Iconic iron figure installations40%
Dog-friendly and open beach30%
Beautiful sunset views20%
Affordable parking and easy access10%
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Stef K

7 months ago

★★★★★

“We love going here for both family days out, short or long walks, or even just an evening drink. Parking is crazy cheap, and free after a certain time. The beach is only a ten minute walk from the car parks. The play park and marina are immediately outside of the car park area. There's a pond with swans and ducks, even a black Swan can sometimes be spotted! The marina lake is a great spot for crabbing, and the nearby shops sell everything you would need. The beach itself isn't the safest for a swim, I'd only recommend a quick paddle or wet walk, but it's absolutely beautiful. From the iron men art display, to how the sun falls on it as it sets. There's plenty of space to set up for the day with the family, and plenty to eat at the bus yard if you forget your picnic, as well as fantastic cocktails at the bar, and often live music. All in all a great place to visit”

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susie boden

10 months ago

★★★★★

“Absolutely adore living so close to such a beautiful place Crosby Coastal Path is breathtaking stunning. It is dog friendly. Great sturdy path for walkers and cyclists. There is a pay and display ticket system for the car park. There are plenty of spaces. Often there's refreshments vans too, selling tasty toasties and hot drinks. You'll always find an ice cream van there, too. Both are very friendly, offering great choices or either hot or cold foods, drinks and ice cream. Beautiful views across the River to Wirral and North Wales Well, it's worth a visit, especially on a sunny day, and stay for the evening sunsets. One of our favourite places to visit for a gorgeous walk with the family!”

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James Patrick

4 months ago

★★★★★

“Very interesting place to visit , you can imagine the devastation that was caused in the Blitz around Liverpool. Interesting to see the different bricks etc made around the country some dating back to 1860. Anyone interested in researching that kind of stuff there is a great website telling you all about those bricks and images as well which are from the beach. Worth a trip”

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craig littlejohn

2 months ago

★★★★★

“We take the dog here whilst visiting relatives every time. We don't live near the coast and we all live this stretch of coast. Great for the dog to run about on. She loves it. Always great to have a look at the statues in the sand. Easy to get to. Lots of parking. Safe area that is popular with dog owners. You could walk for miles on this beach.”

Reviews from Google

Overview

Crosby Coastal Park stretches along the Lancashire coast with Antony Gormley's 100 cast-iron figures standing across the beach and into the sea. Pram-friendly paths run the length of the park. The beach suits paddling and crabbing and not swimming. A play area and marina sit near the car parks. Refreshment vans appear regularly, and sunset views over the Mersey draw evening visitors.

🕐 Opening Hours

Monday00:00 –

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