Kew Woods

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Kew Woods

Discover great views at this young woodland

Located near Southport, Kew Woods is the perfect place to visit if you fancy a forest run or leisurely stroll.

Southport Birders have also discovered that Kew Woods is an ideal birding site, so don't forget your binoculars!

At a glance

Great for bird watching

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Cafe nearby

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Things to do

parkrun at Kew Woods

parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world. They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in.

These events take place in pleasant forest surroundings and people of every ability are encouraged to take part. From those taking their first steps in running to Olympians; from juniors to those with more experience; everyone is welcome.

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Running at Kew Woods

Escape the hustle and bustle of the daily grind and sweaty gyms with a run in the forest.

Kew Woods has a measured trail run to test your fitness.

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Walking at Kew Woods

Walking in the woodland is the perfect way to get some fresh air and explore some of Lancashire's most beautiful landscapes.

Kew Woods has a range of open access paths that run through the woodland.

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Nearby forests

Sefton Meadows

Located near Liverpool, Sefton Meadows offers the perfect opportunity to escape the city. The woodlands are made up of three sites, Jubilee Woods, Roughlys Wood and Brooms Cross.

Look out for the Barn Owl sculpture at Jubilee Woods. The site is also often visited by Hunting barn owls and they are usually seen around dusk.

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Viridor Wood

Popular with walkers, cyclists and wildlife watchers, there is a network of over 5km of trails around the woodland, and visitors can enjoy the striking wooden viewpoint created by artist Richard Caink.

Part of the Abram Flashes Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and the Flashes of Wigan and Leigh National Nature Reserve, Viridor Wood features a mix of woodland, grassland and fishing lakes.

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Sutton Manor

Sutton Manor is a 230 acre site located in St Helens next to the M62 on the former Sutton Manor Colliery. At its highest point it is over 200m above sea level.

In 2001 the former spoil heap was transformed into a community woodland and wildlife haven for the local community and visitors to enjoy. Over 2 million trees were planted!

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