What Are Best Wirral Walks For Families?

If you are new to the Wirral area and are wondering where some of the best places for you and your family are to go for a long walk, then you have plenty of options to choose from!

Throughout the entire peninsula, there are some perfect, scenic areas in which you and your family can explore and roam through. No matter where you are situated, you can be assured that there is an excellent array of places for you to visit on the Wirral!

Wirral Way

The Wirral Way is a former railway line that has been converted into a picturesque walking and cycling path. It stretches for about 12 miles from West Kirby to Hooton, passing through beautiful countryside and woodlands while offering views of the River Dee Estuary.

This is the perfect place for you to start your long walks as it is completely serene and is the perfect way for you to get your children as passionate about the countryside as you are!

Royden Park And Thurstaston Common

This area provides a great family-friendly walk with well-maintained paths. You can explore the woodlands of Royden Park and then head to Thurstaston Common, which offers stunning views across the River Dee Estuary to North Wales.

Thurstaston is one of the most famously beautiful parts of the Wirral meaning you will be treated to stunning views and, more importantly, can be guaranteed fun throughout your walk.

West Kirby Marine Lake And Promenade

The Marine Lake in West Kirby is an ideal spot for a leisurely family walk. The promenade along the lake is flat and easy to walk, and children can enjoy feeding ducks and swans in the lake.

West Kirby is another of the most scenic areas of the Wirral with views of North Wales and Hilbre Island making it absolutely perfect for you and your family to go on a stroll at any time during the year.

The West Kirby Marine Lake and Promenade is one of the most beautiful coastal walks on the peninsula, with a wide array of coastal paths to explore along the way!

Hilbre Island

This walk is more suitable for older children or those who can manage longer distances. Hilbre Island is accessible on foot from West Kirby at low tide. It’s an exciting adventure to explore the island and observe wildlife like seals and seabirds.

Hilbre Island is incredibly popular with families of all backgrounds as well as school trips among other activities. Hilbre offers a scenic view and a unique experience due to the constant rising and falling of the tides.

New Brighton Promenade

The promenade at New Brighton is perfect for a relaxed family stroll along the coast. Enjoy views of Liverpool across the River Mersey and let the kids have fun at the beach and the nearby Marine Point entertainment complex.

New Brighton houses some of the best landmarks that the Wirral has to offer such as the Beach, Arcades and fairground all of which can be great for bringing the family together.

Before your walk, there is plenty of space in the car park for you to stop at one of these places to entertain your children before the rest of your walk as well as provide an excellent pass time activity for a day out.

Eastham Country Park

This park is an absolute haven for families, with its plethora of family-friendly trails and delightful picnic areas.

The Woodland Walk and Shakespeare’s Walk are perfectly suited for families of all sizes and types, where the picturesque views of the majestic River Mersey unfold before your very eyes.

And let’s not forget the incredible wildlife sightings that await you along these enchanting paths! It’s a magical experience that every family should have the pleasure of enjoying.

Wirral Circular Trail

The Wirral Circular Walk is a 35-mile long-distance path that encircles the entire peninsula. While you don’t need to walk the whole trail, there are various sections suitable for families, such as Wirral Country Park to Thurstaston, which offers a mix of woodlands and coastal views.

This is a very popular walk among hikers and tourists alike as it offers some of the best views that the Wirral has to offer. The sheer scale of this walk means that it will have something for everyone while having the freedom of being able to stop whenever you choose.

Buying A Home In The Wirral

If you are looking to move to the Wirral, there are plenty of excellent options for you to choose from when you buy with Liam Gretton Estate Agents. We can guide you through the home-buying process from beginning to end to make sure that you are getting the best deal.

No matter if you are going to be buying or selling, we make it our mission to help you find your perfect forever home in the Wirral so that you can enjoy all that it has to offer.