A selection of walks from our archive that are located in the countryside inland from Southport.

Tarleton
Take a walk through the agricultural heartlands of Lancashire and spot some terrific bird life at Hesketh Out Marsh.
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Great British Life: Gate to Becconsall Church by Keith CarterGate to Becconsall Church by Keith Carter (Image: Keith Carter)

Hesketh Bank
A riverside route among the the Douglas and the fields surrounding Hesketh Bank, via Becconsall.
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Great British Life: The Rufford branch of the Leeds-Liverpool Canal by Keith CarterThe Rufford branch of the Leeds-Liverpool Canal by Keith Carter (Image: Keith Carter)

Burscough
Away from the fields, we head to Burscough for a a canalside stroll to Parbold with the potential of birds and small wildlife to spot.
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Great British Life: Mere Sands Wood by John CocksMere Sands Wood by John Cocks (Image: Archant)

Rufford and Mere Sands Wood
Set off from Mere Sands Wood Nature Reserve and travel through open fields, canal towpaths and the edge of the old Rufford estate.
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Great British Life: Bispham Green by Keith CarterBispham Green by Keith Carter (Image: Archant)

Mawdesley
This walk sets off from Cedar Farm in Mawdesley and heads south to Bispham Green, passing by Harrock Hill, a rare point of elevation in these flatlands.
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Great British Life: Ainsdale Beach by Rob McewenAinsdale Beach by Rob Mcewen (Image: Archant)

Sefton Coastal Path
If you do want to head as west as you can, then you will eventually come to the coast. The Sefton Coastal Path is 21 miles in total, but there a number of sections that can make for a few hours walking.
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All the routes were correct at the time of publication, over time access to certain parts of the walk may be subject to change. We advise you acquire a recent OS map of the area you plan to visit and assure there are no major changes.