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Set out from the marina from West Kirkby towards Big Eye (a small island off the coast) - wellies or bare feet best, and then walk towards Little Eye. On arrival is a small beach that is almost always sheltered from the wind, with caves and beautiful sandstone rocks.

It is the ideal place for a picnic and little children can play here for hours - just remember to leave on time before the high tide arrives! Of course you can always saunter on to Hilbre and look at birds, seals and the lifeboat station. A great day out for the kids!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/18044 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17919 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17919 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17856
I recommend it for convenience, price, atmosphere and generally being a really nice place to hang out for the day.

They have great fresh coffee, the beans are apparently imported from Portugal. After an hour drinking coffee and some delicious 'chocolate salami' we decided to have lunch. The menu had a fantastic selection, all at incredibly reasonable prices, including some Portuguese dishes as well as the old favourites like salads, sandwiches and paninis. I wanted something light so went for the roast vegetable bruschetta, my friend went for the cod fishcakes. Both were excellent and cost around £4.]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17856 http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17555
Take a picnic, enjoy sand, windsurfers and, on a good day, jaw-droppingly lovely views of the Welsh coast and Hilbre Island. Only walk to the island if you know what you're doing as the tide comes in fast, often behind you, and it is easy to get stuck!]]> http://www.ivebeenthere.co.uk/tips/17555