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Child friendly eateries within five minutes’ walk from a station
We’re blessed in Merseyside and Cheshire with an absolute plethora of fantastic restaurants, but if you’re travelling to them with kids then there’s one non-negotiable factor; they need to be near a train station to save a lovely meal turning sour on the journey home when little legs get tired.
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Explore: 10 Minutes From St Michaels
St Michaels opens the door to an alternative Liverpool experience. The south Liverpool station may only be a short train ride from the city’s central stations, but its selection of green spaces, bars and restaurants is able to compete with the main tourist district.
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Explore beyond the city
There are so many fantastic places to visit close to Liverpool. To not venture out of the city when you come to Liverpool would mean seriously missing out! Take a look at our guide below and once you've experienced what our wonderful city has to offer, simple hop on a train to explore.
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9 facts you didn’t know about Southport
Southport wears its end of the line clothes loosely. While it may take the form of the most northerly reaches on the Merseyrail network, anchored to the coastline of the Irish sea, it’s hardly out of reach and easily accessible with a connection via Liverpool on all Merseyrail lines.
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Alternative nights out in Wirral & Chester
Whether you’re completely teetotal, or simply want a break from the bars and clubs scene, there’s never been a better time to try a different kind of night out.
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From morning 'til night, the best places to eat in Crosby
Think Crosby’s all about the Iron Men? Think again. While all eyes have been on the wave of new restaurants opening further up the Mersey.
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Best restaurants in the region for special occasions
From a landmark birthday to a key anniversary, there are certain moments when it’s really worth pushing the boat out.
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Crosby Beach - Antony Gormley
The spectacular sculptures by Antony Gormley stretch along Crosby beach. Another Place consists of 100 cast-iron, life-size figures spread out along three kilometres of the foreshore, standing almost one kilometre out to sea.
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Ainsdale Beach
Ainsdale Beach is one of the most popular on the coast and with its long stretch of golden sand, it’s easy to see why it has been awarded a Quality Coast Award.