Formby Beach (National Trust)

Formby Beach (National Trust) is one of the natural highlights of the Sefton Coast — a beach where the scale and emptiness of the Lancashire coastline really hits home.

With over 9800 Google reviews averaging 4.7 out of 5, Formby Beach (National Trust) is clearly delivering what visitors come for — which in this case is mostly nature's doing.

Seaside reserve encompassing a long beach, sand dunes & pine woodland, popular for coastal walks.

The dunes and coastal habitat around Formby Beach are managed by the National Trust and form part of a nationally important nature reserve. The beach itself is backed by the red squirrel pinewoods — most visitors do both in the same morning.

There's no lifeguard service at Formby Beach, so be aware of tides — the beach shelves gradually and the tide can come in faster than it looks. Check tide times before heading out for a long walk.