CYCLE 1 North East 1 E L C Y C - K C O R H C R E P T R O F

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WALK 3 The River Birket, Leasowe Lighthouse & the Coast CYCLE 1 North East 1 e l c y C - k c o R h c r e P t r o F

This walk starts at a coastal car park and goes Starting and finishing at the Seacombe Ferry 5 For those of you wishing to do the shorter ride, you it past Westbourne Road and take your next left onto 3 Before the houses, turn left across the field with the 10 Continue along the embankment past Leasowe Castle simply turn around and head back the way you came. Mossdene Road. inland to the River Birket Cycleway. Although the houses on the right until you get to the raised Hotel, a red brick and white building. The castle was built Terminal, this cycle ride takes you around the 6 13 route includes some urban areas, it is still an embankment. in 1593 by Fernando, the fifth earl of Derby, who was also historic coastline of Seacombe and New Brighton If you wish to continue the ride follow the NCN 56 Mossdene Road is quite a steep climb up to the junction the Mayor of Liverpool. The entrance door was originally with views of the famous Liverpool sky-line and signs along Marine Promenade, past the marine lake and with Breck Road where you should make a right turn. excellent circular walk along a river bank and 4 Turn right onto the raised embankment with the river back onto the Promenade that runs parallel to Kings Breck Road can be extremely busy at certain times five foot above the ground as the area was prone to flooding. then returning along the North Wirral Coast, on the left and the houses on your right. Follow this grass across Liverpool Bay. Parade. After approx. 970m (0.61 miles) you will pass the so remember to take extra care during these times. path past the access path to the Golf Club on the left. The purpose of the eight sided tower was to view the famous Clown roundabout on your left. Continue along the marked part sea wall and part sand dunes. Most of the route is off road, however the latter parts 14 Once on Breck Road, continue along and take the next Wallasey Races, forerunner of the Derby Race. cycle path to the end of the Promenade (approx. 1500m, 5 The path turns right to run alongside the main River rely on some roads (that can be busy at times) to get back left onto Cliff Road, a little bit of a climb but it soon Start: North Wirral Coastal Park/Gunsite car park 0.93 miles) and follow it off to the left in order to pick up Birket on your left. Continue to the metal bridge where 11 Shortly after the Golf Club House is a sign at the to Seacombe Ferry so less experienced riders may prefer drops down where you should take the first right onto the coastal path. and picnic area, Green Lane off the A554, Wallasey. you turn left and then immediately right and continue start of some wooden steps that says: ‘no vehicles, horses to avoid these by sticking to a linear coastal route, either Station Road. The car park is called the gunsite picnic area because or cycles’ . Take this path that runs parallel to the to New Brighton or to Wallasey golf course and then 7 Follow the NCN 56 signs along the coastal path for along with the river on your right until you reach the 15 At the end of Station Road you will find yourself at anti-aircraft guns were based there during the war. embankment and onto the sand dunes. Continue down turning around and following the route back again. 1200m (0.7miles) to the edge of the golf course and make main road, Reeds Lane. Mill Lane which, again, can be extremely busy at times. or Leasowe Railway Station at poin t 6 a . the log steps and bear right across the short boardwalk. a left turn where the route drops down onto the sea wall 5a If returning to Leasowe Railway Station, turn left Start: Seacombe Ferry Terminal, Victoria Place, Seacombe You will be going straight across this junction and a Distance: 5 miles. 2 - 5 hours. Go through the gate and head diagonally across the field level again. Follow the route up past the Gun Site picnic Distance: 10.8 miles (Complete route) pelican crossing is available, if necessary. If you would Parking: North Wirral Coastal Park car park, Green Lane along Reeds Lane to the trains. area and onto Green Lane where you should, again, turn back to the car park. 4.7 miles (Seacombe - New Brighton - Seacombe) like to use the crossing please dismount your cycle on 6 Cross straight over Reeds Lane and continue along left, bringing you out onto Bayswater Road. off the A554. From junction 1 of the M53, take the A544 If you started the walk at point 2z from the bus stop, or Station Road and walk to the crossing which you will the cycleway with the river and the confectionery 1 towards New Brighton, after the exit to Wallasey (A551) point 6 a from the train, continue the walk from that From the car park of the Terminal, head towards the 8 Follow NCN 56 signs, turning into Greenleas Road and see on your left. turn next left at the North Wirral Coastal Park sign . factories on your left. promenade and take the cut through on your left. Continue follow for about 550m (0.3 miles) where you will reach the point to return you to your chosen finish point. 16 Continue straight across Mill Lane onto Rostherne Buses and Trains: Numerous services along Leasowe straight ahead, following the coastline out towards New Junction with Leasowe Road. 6a If starting the walk from Leasowe Railway Station, Avenue, taking an immediate left onto Ruskin Avenue, Road at point 2 or if starting at Leasowe Railway Brighton along the Promenade. To your right is the River walk along Reeds Lane passing Reedville Grove on your 9 At the traffic lights go straight across onto Cross Lane following it around to the right, leading into Lynwood Station is about 300m from point 6 a . Mersey with views across to Liverpool. You may even get left and then the River bridge. Turn left onto the a glimpse of the famous Mersey Ferry that operates daily and head straight down onto the Bidston Moss Nature Avenue before making a left turn onto Love Lane. cycleway with the river on your left. Reserve. Follow the tarmac path which will shortly lead 1 From the Gunsite car park, walk back along Green between Seacombe, Woodside and Liverpool. 17 At the top of Love Lane and the junction with 7 to a drop down to the bridge. Lane which is the track you entered by. Turn first right At the main road, Pasture Road, cross straight over 2 After approx. 800m (0.5 miles) you will pass Wallasey Woodstock Road, you will see Park Primary School ahead at the metal gate into Telegraph Lane following the signs to the continuation of the cycle route and walk. Town Hall on your left that is easily identified by the 10 After crossing the bridge. You will see B&Q ahead of of you. Continue straight over the road, taking care at busy for the Wirral Circular Trail. On the bridleway there are old 8 Follow the cycleway along the River Birket and at grand steps up to its entrance. Continue straight along the you, follow the path around to the left, and make a left turn times and continue to the end of Love Lane, through the market gardens to the right and the old willow trees support the road turn left to Leasowe Lighthouse. The lighthouse promenade for approx. 370m (0.2 miles) to the mini up on to an iron-gated bridge that crosses the railway track. entry and make a right turn into Central Park. many birds. has occasional opening times on some Sunday afternoons. roundabout where you should head to the right and 11 After crossing the railway track, you have the option of 18 Follow the path between the football pitch and the continue to follow the promenade. 2 At the main Leasowe Rd, the route continues across 9 From the Lighthouse go through the car park on the going left, down towards Mosslands School where the bowling ground and around to the left. If you continue the road to the right of the garage. Take care crossing right and up onto the embankment and sea wall. Turn 3 The cycle route continues along the promenade towards route continues, or you can go straight on into the other to follow the path it will bring you to an exit that is this busy dual carriageway. You may wish to cross this right along the North Wirral Coastline, with all the New Brighton for approx. 1.7km (1.0 mile) where you will side of the Bidston Moss Nature Reserve where you can signposted to NCN 56. Follow the sign out of the park

cycle around the circular track or take the ‘off road’ style and across the toucan crossing onto Church Street.

road at the pelican crossing about 200yds left or at the spectacular views on offer. pass Vale Park.

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roundabout 100yds to the right. Enter the playing fields 9a After about 500m on your right, there is a kiosk and 4 Continue along the promenade for a further 900m (0.6 At the end of Church Street go straight over at the e l c y C & k l a W 12 Having cycled down towards Mosslands School the traffic lights and back down onto the promenade, turning area leaving the garage and houses on your left, continue toilets in the car park adjacent to the sharp bend where miles) where you will reach New Brighton and Fort Perch route will bring you out on Mosslands Drive where right back towards Seacombe. After 1170m (0.7 miles) you across the playing fields. Pasture Road from Moreton becomes Leasowe Road Leasowe lighthouse Rock. There is plenty to do and see in New Brighton, here is another worthy location. you should make a right turn to join the road. Follow will be back at the ferry terminal building. In the distance you can see Bidston Hill Observatory. towards Wallasey.

WALK 3 The River Birket, Leasowe Lighthouse & the Coast map CYC LE 1 North East map Countryside code From a gentle stroll or relaxing picnic to a long- distance walk or heart-pumping adventure, the King’s Parade 6 countryside provides every opportunity for Key Key 7 Rock Re d Lighthouse enjoyment and relaxation. Suggested walk route Suggested cycle route KIOSK Noses Yellow 5 Noses Fort Cyclepath Perch Rock Public Rights of Way: Marine • Be safe - plan ahead and follow any signs. Lake No rth Wi rral Coastal Park Marin e Footpath A Railway station Golf Course Park • Leave gates and property as you find them. Golf Cours e Harrison 4 Bridleway Residential Park New Brighton Floral Gun Site Station Pavilion • Protect plants and animals, and take your Picnic Area Marine 0 0.5 1Km 8 Road Theatre Promenade water Byway Country parks/public open spaces ays Wallasey litter home. Green B New Brighton 0 Approx. 10-15 minutes walk ½ mile Lane Grove Road Station e Rivers/streams d d Permissive Routes: a r a o e • Keep dogs under close control. n R Tower w e

s o m Footpath Accessible ponds a Grounds T o Le e asow l r e n • Consider other people. Ro P ad e e Bridleway Car park r G 9

e e n d Cyclepath and part of Wirral Circular Trail Public houses Wallasey i a z n If you follow the Countryside Code wherever you go, a 9a Vale e Pl aying Village g B 10 Field Park a m FP1 R3 Station o Public rights of way number Cafe M r you will get the best enjoyment possible and you will Leas owe P FP2 Wallasey help to protect the countryside now and for future Railway station Commo n Mo reto n Leas owe Castl e Toilets on road BR 11 No rth Wi rral Coastal Park 3 9 3 Commo n Hote l Clu b Pl aying 4 Hous e KIOSK Field generations. Residential R Kiosk Leasowe B Start & Finish School Lighthouse step s Golf Course Country parks/public open spaces Viewpoint 12 River Mersey M

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Bus stops F Church C P G F gate reen to e 6 P n D 13 56 11 ssde it L e Mo to ane Bidston ut ad • Before each journey spend a few minutes 8 n e o Ro Liscard La Wirral Circular Trail R Bidston Moss Car park 7 ne n Station

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Toilets a across the Mersey u t tyres and the steering system. Leas owe e t L L d m s i 16 s a c o s Central a a n r e KIOSK m d from Vale Park, P Park d Kiosk e e m • Wear bright clothing and a cycle helmet. R r o R e o iv T g er w ne a r B i a d E R c L irk ke Egremont Promenade ove P Viewpoint et nh L At night front and rear lights and a red rear Mo reto n am D 17 Statio n riv e on National Cycle 19 18 Site of the old Information Ferry to Liverpool reflector are legally required and get you seen. 6 Pl aying Network Route 56. Church Street Picnic site 3 Field Victoria • When riding on roads always follow the Park Birkenhead Football Church Mo reto n North Ground Highway Code. 5a 4 Wallasey Wirral Circular Trail Reedville Town Hall Grove 6a School Pl aying Field 2 Oakdale

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R Mersey Tunnel i ve Ventilation Tower r B Bus WIRRAL ir WIRRAL Station ke Seacombe Ferry Terminal t J1 (Mersey Ferries) M53 M53 0 0.5 1Km Spaceport Lo cal N atu re Rese rve 0 Approx. 10-15 minutes walk ½ mile 1 Start & Finish © Crown copyright and database rights 2013 Ordnance Survey 100019803. You are not permitted to copy, sub-license, distribute or sell any of this data to third parties in any form. © Crown copyright and database rights 2013 Ordnance Survey 100019803. You are not permitted to copy, sub-license, distribute or sell any of this data to third parties in any form.

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