The Helsby Tap – Bench on the Sandstone Trail loop from Helsby
The Helsby Tap – Bench on the Sandstone Trail loop from Helsby
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The Helsby Tap – Bench on the Sandstone Trail loop from Helsby
03:30
12.4km
260m
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: April 2, 2026
Waypoints
Start point
Train Station
Get Directions
29 m
The Helsby Tap
Highlight • Pub
350 m
JFD Vintage & The Old Bank Tea Rooms
Highlight • Other
5.09 km
Sandstone Trail Woodland (Woodland Trust Area)
Highlight • Forest
5.44 km
Bench on the Sandstone Trail
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
6.14 km
View of Liverpool and the Wirral from Woodhouse Hillfort
Highlight • Viewpoint
Tip by
12.4 km
End point
Train Station
Way Types & Surfaces
Way Types
3.81 km
3.00 km
2.69 km
1.55 km
1.17 km
209 m
Surfaces
5.62 km
2.76 km
1.97 km
1.14 km
937 m
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