Ainsdale Beach – RAF Woodvale Airfield View loop from Ainsdale

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Ainsdale Beach – RAF Woodvale Airfield View loop from Ainsdale

Moderate

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Ainsdale Beach – RAF Woodvale Airfield View loop from Ainsdale

02:45

10.9km

20m

Hiking

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: August 6, 2026

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4.28 km

Ainsdale Beach

Highlight • Natural

It's just beautiful

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5.90 km

Fisherman’s Path Through Ainsdale Sand Dunes

Highlight • Beach

Path leads up the dunes and onto the beach. Great views on a good day!

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6.03 km

Ainsdale Sand Dunes Woodland

Highlight • Natural

Quiet coastal woodland that leads on to sand dunes and the coast. Nearest place to park a car is about a mile away so frequented by people on foot or by bicycle, so not packed :-)

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7.64 km

Woodland Path, Ainsdale National Nature Reserve

Highlight • Natural

Ainsdale National Nature Reserve is one of the best remaining strongholds for the rare natterjack toad, Europe’s loudest amphibian. Red squirrels can occasionally be seen in amongst the reserve’s pine …

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8.63 km

Ainsdale Totem Pole

Highlight • Monument

8.89 km

RAF Woodvale Airfield View

Highlight • Structure

A nice path with viewing spots to see the cadets and trainee pilots gaining experience as they fly in and out of RAF Woodvale

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9.67 km

Bench at Pinfold Path Pond

Highlight • Lake

A lovely tranquil spot. The only bench at this pond. I sat here for 45 minutes for a coffee break and a rest at lunchtime on the first Saturday in June and only one couple passed by. Beautiful.

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