UK seaside town just 5 miles from major city with huge sand dunes and spectacular beach
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The miles of beautiful beach right next to an English market town hold a very unexpected surprise for new visitors to the area’s coastline which can be seen as the tide goes out. It’s fair to say that one seaside town in the UK has something to cater for every taste. Whether you’re looking to browse some unique shops, take in some breathtaking coastal scenery or hit the town at night, a trip to this destination has you covered. Crosby, in the suburbs of Merseyside, certainly has some surprises up its sleeve.
The village itself has Viking roots and is thought to be the oldest Roman Catholic village in England. It is now a market town with a selection of unique, independent shops and high street stores as well as pubs and bars. Those wanting a livelier taste of nightlife can head to the bustling nearby city of Liverpool - famed for its buzzing music scene and for being the birthplace of the Beatles - which is located just five miles away.
If it’s stunning sandy beaches you’re after, Crosby Beach is the start of 22 miles of Sefton coastline with views across to Wirral and the North Wales Hills. Sunsets here are incredible with uninterrupted views to the Irish sea. Although its beauty is undeniable, the beach and its sand dunes also have a very unexpected treat in store for visitors.
The beach is home to artist Antony Gormley’s sculpture project of 100 life-size cast-iron figures which stretch out along three kilometres of the shore and one kilometre out to sea. Each figure is based on Gormley’s own body standing on the beach looking out to the horizon where container ships head into the port at Liverpool.
