Five beautiful walks to do on Boxing Day in St Helens

We've put together a list of the best walks in and around St Helens where you can go for a stroll with friends and family. 

Put on your hat, gloves and scarf and head outside on these beautiful walks in your local area. 

These are five amazing walks in St Helens for you to try after Christmas. 

Clockface Country Park

As its name suggests, Clockface Colliery Country Park in St Helens is on the site of a former colliery that dates back to 1890. The site was reclaimed by St Helens Council as a community woodland and public open space in the late 1990s. Measuring 57 acres, the park contains developing woodlands, footpath networks, meadow areas and a fishing pond. It's a fabulous place to walk the dog, exercise or simply relax.

Sankey Valley Country Park

Identified as a site of special scientific interest, this seven mile linear park runs from Carr Mill Dam to Newton-Le-Willows, and houses a visitor centre and the Stanley Bank nature reserve, plus many footpaths and cycleways.

Taylor Park

Taylor Park is the largest Victorian Park in St Helens and was created on land that was formerly part of the Eccleston Hall estate. It features two dams, a quarry garden, a rock garden and woodland walks.

Colliers Moss Common

Situated right next to a power station, this was one of the most industrial sites in the country. Now, nature has taken over and it's been transformed into a tranquil green space with woods, lagoons and more. Colliers Moss was created on the spoil and waste from the Bold Colliery and Power Station. It's a beautiful and peaceful place to explore as well as an important habitat for wildlife. The widespread network of paths ensures good access for walkers, cyclists and horseriders.

Billinge Hill

Billinge Hill, also known as Billinge Lump, stands at 587 feet, and is the highest point in Merseyside. It provides panoramic views across southwest Lancashire, North Wales, the Derbyshire Peak District and Winter Hill to the northeast.