Beaches of your wildest dreams
Sefton’s coastline stretches for 22 miles and is a nature haven that offers something for everyone.
From the iconic Iron Men at Crosby, to the rare habitats and golden sands of Ainsdale, our coastline never goes out of style!
Head to our beaches page to find out more.
Find Swiftie essentials at Bootle Strand
Just a 12-minute drive from Anfield Stadium, Bootle is our most southern town and home to The Strand Shopping Centre.
There are over 60 stores inside, ranging from community projects and retail, to food and drink.
It's just a short walk away from both Bootle New Strand and Bootle Oriel Road stations and has over 500 parking spaces, making it the ideal place to stop for any concert essentials!
Make a Splash at Dunes
Buckets of fun guaranteed - whatever the weather! Splash World waterpark is located in the seaside resort of Southport and is a fantastic family day out.
Find out more on the Splash World website.
Coney Island (Sefton's Version)
Otherwise known as... Southport Pleasureland
Pleasureland is an amusement park set by the seaside in Southport. There’s a fun mix of rides and attractions set around a park that’s family-friendly.
More information can be found on the park's website.
Born to be suburban legends
Crosby and Waterloo are legendary for their incredible food and drink offerings.
Crosby
Crosby village is a great spot for local shopping, offering a mix of independent retailers and brand names. Here you'll also find a number of bars and pubs, making Crosby village ideal for an evening out too.
There are currently some roadworks in Crosby village to be aware of if travelling by car. People are advised to use Formby Bypass and Brooms Cross Road if not using public transport.
The closest train station to Crosby Village is Blundellsands & Crosby.
The Merseytravel website contains all the information you need on all forms of public transport for Crosby and the surrounding area.
Waterloo
Waterloo has a range of great restaurants and bars on South Road. And with Merseyrail's Waterloo station also on South Road - getting the train couldn't be more convenient!
At the end of South Road (Marine Terrace end) you will find Crosby Coastal Park. There are many independent cafes and kiosks to choose from as you explore the Victorian gardens, playground facilities, and Marine Lake.
On the edge of Marine Lake sits The Lake House, a restaurant serving delicious, locally sourced menus for breakfast, lunch and dinner with the most amazing views across the lake. While the Eras Tour is in Liverpool, the venue will be playing Taylor Swift songs and serving Swift-themed cocktails.
And if you venture around Marine Lake, you will come across The Bus Yard - a pop up converted bus bar serving street food with seating with incredible views over the sea.