Activities at Formby

Formby red squirrel walk

​Explore Formby's beautiful woodlands any time, but visit in the autumn to see the rare native red squirrel throughout the day, on an easy walk through woodland and grassland.

• Easy
• 1 hour
• 1.8 miles (2.85km)

Visiting Formby with your dog

Formby's nature haven is a great place to bring your dog for a walk. Here's some useful information to help you plan a walk with your four-legged friend.

Enjoy a virtual visit to Formby

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the sights and sounds of nature from home. Join ranger Chris as he takes us on a spring audio journey through Formby's woodlands, capturing a wonderful "Dawn Chorus" of bird song.

Horse riding at Formby

Essential information for horse riders who are planning a trip to Formby.

Formby Butterflies and Moths

Butterflies Moths and the Sefton Coast

Cycling at Formby

Interested in Cycling at Formby? Learn more here.

Formby Grazing

Learn more about the sheep at Formby and what role they play on site.

Formby asparagus walk trail

The asparagus season is short but very sweet. Why not have a wander through our crop fields and see how asparagus has had significant impact in the area?

• Easy
• 1 hour 15 mins
• 2.75 miles (4.4km)

Get active at Formby

There are plenty of activities to keep you busy on your visit to Formby, which will you choose?

Undiscovered Formby

Red squirrels, natterjacks, asparagus, sweeping coastal pinewoods, prehistoric footprints and dramatic sand dunes are just waiting to be discovered on this varied and interesting walk.

• Moderate
• 1 hour 45 mins
• 3.0 miles (4.8km)

Formby easy woodland stroll

You'll be cradled by the tall trees and swept away by the dunes at Formby on this beautiful, memorable and achievable walk.

• Easy
• 30 mins
• 1.4 miles (2.25km)

Fun for families at Formby

Come to Formby, Liverpool, and make some family memories to remember. From exploring woodlands to playing on the beach, there's plenty to entertain young and old.