The National Trust, Formby

Large area of beach, sand dunes and the pine woods which is part of the National Trust owned nature reserve, with one of Britain's last thriving colonies of Red Squirrels. Formby point and the reserve's, Red squirrels can frequently be seen in the pine trees and the shoreline attracts waders such as Oystercatchers and Sanderlings. As well as the beautiful beach there are miles of walks across the sand dunes and through the woods.

Open daily during daylight hours. Closed 25th December. Part of the beach car park is closed at 5.30pm (Mar-Oct) and 4.00pm (Nov-Dec)

Dogs must be kept on leads around the squirrel walk.

Ample parking facilities and private conveniences, suitable access to the squirrel viewing areas for prams and wheelchairs.

Opening Times

Winter Opening Times 1 Nov 2008 - 28 Feb 2009

Tickets Information

Road Directions

The Squirrel reserve is15miles north of Liverpool city centre, 2miles west of Formby, 2miles off A565 and 6miles south of Southport.
Beach overflow car park closes at 5.30pm (April - Oct) and 4.30pm (Nov-March)

Public Transport Directions

Formby–BR Freshfield, to within half a mile.
Freshfield train station is only 1 mile from the reserve.

 Facilities

• Car Parking
• Car Parking Limit
• Coach Parking
• Park Ranger
• Picnic Facility
• School Parties
• Toilets
• Dogs Accepted

Parking & Transport

• On site parking