Beaches in Formby

Formby Beach postcode is L37 1YH: that's the National Trust car park on Victoria Road, and it's the main access point for the beach, the sand dunes, and the red squirrel trail.

Parking costs vary by season: roughly £6–£9 via the National Trust app. Download the app before you leave; the signal at the car park is patchy. Dogs are allowed on most of the beach year-round, with some seasonal restrictions on certain sections in summer.

The walk from the car park to the waterline is about 15–20 minutes across the dunes. Worth knowing: there are real rip currents near Formby Point. If the sea looks rough, stick to the flagged zones.