Top 6 Budget-friendly Things to do in Formby, England

January 3, 2022 Hector Krause

Discover the best top things to do in Formby, United Kingdom including Beer Station, Freshfield Squirrel Reserve, Formby Point, Asparagus Trail, Formby Beach, Formby Pinewoods.
Restaurants in Formby

1. Beer Station

3 Victoria Buildings Victoria Road, Formby England +44 7966 274047 https://www.facebook.com/beerstationformby/info/?entry_point=about_section_header&tab=page_info
Excellent
87%
Good
9%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 53 reviews

Beer Station

Micropub with brewery; Opening for take away and outdoor service from Friday 16th April 15:00 - 21:00. Planning to open Friday to Sunday for the next few weeks.

Reviewed By joy211 - London, United Kingdom

We going to spend the weekend with our friends who live in Ainsdale. They took us on a fabulous walk through the pinewood forests and along the beach at Formby. We ended up at the Beer Station and had some exciting fabulous beers. The stout was absolutely sublime The beer was simply delicious. All from local breweries , as well as the micro brewery on site The Rioja was a triumph. We had lots of lovely snacks and thoroughly recommend the local chilli flavoured ones We had a very tired whippet with us , who was made to feel very welcome. The landlord is a very welcoming chap who knows his stuff about beer It’s opposite the station and also a great fish and chip shop. Very close to some fantastic walks. What a perfect place for a perfect pint ! Unfussy, warm, no music or TV screens. It does what it says on the tin. It’s a beer station!

2. Freshfield Squirrel Reserve

Lifeboat Road, Formby L37 1LJ England +44 1704 878591 http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/formby/trails/formby-red-squirrel-walk
Excellent
64%
Good
25%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
4%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 477 reviews

Freshfield Squirrel Reserve

Reviewed By HeatherM344 - Chester, United Kingdom

Easy to find nature reserve (leave the train at Freshfield station and walk down Victoria Road to the entry point) Lovely and very helpful staff to answer questions and show you the best places to spot the gorgeous red squirrels - we saw half a dozen, and at very close quarters. Pleasant walks down to the spectacular beach and sand dunes, and something new to find with every visit. we spent our time on the beach looking at 6,000 year old hoof prints in the mud...Lots of seating and well sign posted.

3. Formby Point

Victoria Road Freshfield, Formby L37 1LJ England +44 1704 878591 [email protected] http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/formby
Excellent
64%
Good
23%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
2%
Terrible
5%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 465 reviews

Formby Point

Beautiful and vast stretch of sandy beach north of the city. There are lovely forested walks through a red squirrel reserve along with one of the country's most scientifically important dune collections. A great escape from the city and a good place to let children run off some energy. Car parking fee applies.

Reviewed By rochesterrambler - Rochester, United Kingdom

After finding the main car park completely full we were directed to an alternative at the other end of the beach. From here we had a most enjoyable walk across the sand dunes to the beach, where we tuned north and strolled for half an hour watching the ships out to sea and the aircraft from the Southport Airshow heading home after completing their slot at the show. Turning inland we walked almost to Victoria Road car park before turning South to wend our way back to our car, completely shattered but delightfully happy

4. Asparagus Trail

Victoria Rd, Formby England
Excellent
43%
Good
48%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 21 reviews

Asparagus Trail

Reviewed By lizsB5166PD - Liverpool, United Kingdom

Went today nice flat pathway ideal for kids prams and oldys lots benches to sit and have a quiet read or watch the world go by,nice circular walk with lots paths to choose from

5. Formby Beach

Victoria Road, Formby L37 1LJ England [email protected]
Excellent
56%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
4%
Terrible
7%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 644 reviews

Formby Beach

Reviewed By Doraexplorah - Cheshire, United Kingdom

Plenty of space to get out enjoy nature and fresh air during Covid restrictions. Felt exhilarated after climbing up the dunes. Ideal for dogs to have a good run on the beach and in the sea. Car park looks to have reduced capacity to help with social distancing. Toilets were open. Had the most delicious cappuccino from a kiosk and resisted the temptation of the sausage butties on offer. Remarkable is the lack of litter.

6. Formby Pinewoods

Formby L37 1LJ England https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/formby
Excellent
57%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
11%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 28 reviews

Formby Pinewoods

Reviewed By BrianB321 - St Helens, United Kingdom

Great walk, thanks to Rachel of the Lancashire Wildlife Trust. Saw 2 Red Squirrels up in the heights of the Pinewoods.

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