Langdale Avenue (adj)

Alright, so you're heading to Formby Beach, yeah? Listen up, parking can be a nightmare, especially weekends. Langdale Avenue is your best bet for free parking, and it's right next to the beach, so you're not lugging your gear for miles. It's rated 4.2 stars from 23 reviews, so people seem happy enough with it.

Now, don't get me wrong, it fills up QUICK. Like, before 11am on a sunny Saturday. So, if you're planning a late start, forget about it. It's basically just on the road, so no fancy barriers or opening hours – it's always open. Just be considerate of the residents, yeah? You know, park neatly, don't block driveways, the usual stuff.

It's located right off Victoria Road (A565), so easy to find. Just stick "Langdale Avenue, Formby" into your sat nav. You'll see it's handy for the National Trust Formby too, if you fancy a walk in the woods after your time on the beach. I always prefer this to the National Trust car-park — I'm from Churchtown, so I love a freebie.

Just a heads up: get there early, especially if the sun's out. And remember to take all your rubbish with you – let's keep Formby beach nice for everyone.