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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

Summer Opening Times 1 Mar 2008 - 31 Oct 2008

Day	Opening Times
Monday	09:00 - 17:30
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:30
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:30
Thursday	09:00 - 17:30
Friday	09:00 - 17:30
Saturday	09:00 - 17:30
Sunday	09:00 - 17:30
Bank Holiday	09:00 - 17:30

Winter Opening Times 1 Nov 2008 - 28 Feb 2009

Day	Opening Times
Monday	09:00 - 16:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 16:00
Thursday	09:00 - 16:00
Friday	09:00 - 16:00
Saturday	09:00 - 16:00
Sunday	09:00 - 16:00
Bank Holiday	09:00 - 16:00

Tickets Information

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff*
Coach Parking	from £25.00
Minibus	from £10.00
Parking Charge	from £3.70
National Trust Members Free	free

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)