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7.1

Good

Thurstaston Beach

Q: What is the closest accommodation to the Thurstaston Beach?

There are 207 places to stay in the Thurstaston Beach area.Some of the best hotels in the area of Thurstaston Beach include:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=1055251&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Manor Garden Lodge</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=247579&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">The Jug And Bottle</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=9564949&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Appletree Cottage</a></li></ul>The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:<ul><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2904981&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Barnston House holiday home by Rework Accommodation</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=2994300&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Marine Lake apartment</a></li><li><a href="/booking?object=hotel&object_id=3053139&no_rooms=1&group_adults=2" target="_blank">Barnacre Green Cottage with Hot Tub and Private Pool</a></li></ul>

Thurstaston beach

Thurstaston, United Kingdom

#339 out of 570 in England

7.1

Good

Free entrance Virgin beach Light sand & pebble Sand & Pebbles bottom Good for Sup surfing Good for swimming

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Located outside the settlement

Parkgate • 6 km

Map of beach

Coffee Shop The Whistle Stop Cafe

9.6 - Exceptional 210m

Coffee Shop Flissys Coffee Shop

9.4 - Excellent 250m

Restaurant Clubhouse Bar & Catering

860m

Restaurant Chilli Gourmets

6 - Pleasant 1.2km

Bar Cottage Loaf

8.6 - Excellent 1.5km

Cafe Benty Farm Tearooms

8.8 - Excellent 1.8km

Cafe Yøt Cafe & Shop

9.4 - Excellent 1.8km

Bar Anchor Inn Wirral

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Indian Restaurant Zeera Tandoori

9.4 - Excellent 2.2km

Hiking Area Thurstaston beach

50m

Park Wirral Country Park

140m

Hiking Area Oldfield to Wirral Way

490m

Park Heswall Fields - National Trust

660m

Park Thurstaston Hill

1.5km

Park Cleaver Heath Nature Reserve

1.6km

Park Heswall Dales

1.7km

Hiking Area Thurstaston

2km

Hiking Area Woodpecker Trail

2.2km

Dog Park Dee Dog Park at Church Farm

1.3km

Playground Irby Park Play Area

2.4km

Playground Queens Park Playground

6.2km

Convenience Store Premier

2.2km

Supermarket Tesco Superstore

2.7km

Store Carr Farm Garden Centre

8.6 - Excellent 5.6km

Supermarket Sainsbury's Local

5.6km

Discount Store Home Bargains

5.8km

Supermarket Grove Park Store

5.8km

Supermarket Tesco Express

6km

Supermarket Iceland Supermarket Moreton

6.6km

Sandwich Shop Subway

7.6 - Very good 6.6km

Tourist Attraction Caldy Beach

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Brimstage Maze

6.3km

Museum Greenfield Valley Heritage Park

7.1km

Place Of Worship St Winefride's Well & Shrine

8.5km

Art Gallery Williamson Art Gallery & Museum

8.6km

Historical Landmark Flint Castle - Castell y Fflint

9.5km

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About

Thurstaston Beach is located on the Irish Sea (part of North Atlantic Ocean) and it is in the 2th place out of 2 beaches in the Cheshire West region The beach is located in a natural place, surrounded by the cliffs.

It is a long lasting coastline with turquoise water and light sand & pebble cover, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, hikers, pet owners etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Thurstaston Beach coast is free for all. It has no amenities, only nature. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities, sup-surfing.

To get to the beach, you need to walk along a mountain trail about 500m long.

3 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is West Kirby Beach, which has a rating of 7.2.

Thurstaston Beach (Cheshire West) region (Hoylake sub-region) is located outside the Parkgate settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.

Weather

history

+19 ^o C +14 ^o C

Air temperature

7.5 M/S

Wind

+14 ^o C

Water temperature

0.8 M

Wave height

Located outside the settlement

Parkgate • 6 km

Map of beach

Coffee Shop The Whistle Stop Cafe

9.6 - Exceptional 210m

Coffee Shop Flissys Coffee Shop

9.4 - Excellent 250m

Restaurant Clubhouse Bar & Catering

860m

Restaurant Chilli Gourmets

6 - Pleasant 1.2km

Bar Cottage Loaf

8.6 - Excellent 1.5km

Cafe Benty Farm Tearooms

8.8 - Excellent 1.8km

Cafe Yøt Cafe & Shop

9.4 - Excellent 1.8km

Bar Anchor Inn Wirral

8.6 - Excellent 2.1km

Indian Restaurant Zeera Tandoori

9.4 - Excellent 2.2km

Hiking Area Thurstaston beach

50m

Park Wirral Country Park

140m

Hiking Area Oldfield to Wirral Way

490m

Park Heswall Fields - National Trust

660m

Park Thurstaston Hill

1.5km

Park Cleaver Heath Nature Reserve

1.6km

Park Heswall Dales

1.7km

Hiking Area Thurstaston

2km

Hiking Area Woodpecker Trail

2.2km

Dog Park Dee Dog Park at Church Farm

1.3km

Playground Irby Park Play Area

2.4km

Playground Queens Park Playground

6.2km

Convenience Store Premier

2.2km

Supermarket Tesco Superstore

2.7km

Store Carr Farm Garden Centre

8.6 - Excellent 5.6km

Supermarket Sainsbury's Local

5.6km

Discount Store Home Bargains

5.8km

Supermarket Grove Park Store

5.8km

Supermarket Tesco Express

6km

Supermarket Iceland Supermarket Moreton

6.6km

Sandwich Shop Subway

7.6 - Very good 6.6km

Tourist Attraction Caldy Beach

1.6km

Tourist Attraction Brimstage Maze

6.3km

Museum Greenfield Valley Heritage Park

7.1km

Place Of Worship St Winefride's Well & Shrine

8.5km

Art Gallery Williamson Art Gallery & Museum

8.6km

Historical Landmark Flint Castle - Castell y Fflint

9.5km

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Stays nearby

12 accomodations nearby

2.4km from the beach

9.4 Excellent

Manor Garden Lodge

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Parkgate • 6.7km from center

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3.1km from the beach

Appletree Cottage

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Parkgate • 3.2km from center

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3.2km from the beach

9.3 Excellent

The Jug And Bottle

Guesthouse/Bed And Breakfast

Located at nearest locality

Parkgate • 3.4km from center

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6.2km from the beach

7.7 Very good

Cosy and stylish house on the coast near Liverpool

Entire House

Located at nearest locality

Parkgate • 11.6km from center

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.3 (Good)

What to do in Thurstaston Beach? Are there any attractions or entertainments in region?

If you like outdoor activities, the Thurstaston Beach can offer such an experience. In particular - SUP surfing. The beach stands out for an excellent base for this kind of sport. And the bonus is the gorgeous scenery from the water. Just try, we recommend it!

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Nearest Beaches

50m 1 min walk

Thurstaston Beach Thurstaston Beach

7 Good

2.7km

Caldy Beach Caldy Beach

6.9 Good

5km

West Kirby Beach West Kirby Beach

7.2 Good

5km

West kirby beach West kirby beach

6.9 Good

Popular beach 7.8km

Meols Beach Meols Beach

7.2 Good

Popular beach 9.8km

Leasowe Beach Leasowe Beach

7.3 Good

11.3km

Wallasey Beach Wallasey Beach

8.3 Very good

Popular beach 11.3km

Wallasey Beach Wallasey Beach

7.1 Good

Localities

Nearest

Parkgate • 6km

Transport

Airport

LPL • 19.5km

Bus Station

Heswall bus station • 3.2km

Train Station

Heswall • 4.7km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

7.1 Good

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Average Reviews rating

7.1 Good

Cameron Mitchell

10 Exceptional

The beach offers stunning vistas of North Wales and the River Dee, making it a fantastic destination. The visitors center is excellent, providing convenient access to toilets and a café. However, the council's recent implementation of parking charges, which must be paid through an app, seems quite unreasonable.

October 2023

Ren Taz

10 Exceptional

The parking fee is required, but the beach itself is lovely - it's incredibly peaceful and features a serpentine pathway with stairs leading down and up. You'll come across several pebbles, and during low tide, the walking surface can get slightly muddy.

October 2023

Natalie Rossendale

10 Exceptional

The beach is beautiful and well-maintained. It offers a nice long stretch for walking, although it can be a bit steep with numerous steps to descend, and it can be tiring to climb back up. The water is pristine, and there is a moderately sized parking lot available. Additionally, there is a café on-site, although I haven't personally visited it. The beach is also connected to the Wirral Way circular trail, providing an opportunity for a pleasant walk. However, it does tend to get crowded when the sun is shining or on weekends.

October 2023

Mihai R.

10 Exceptional

It's a fantastic spot to enjoy some fresh air and take a leisurely stroll, especially since my dog absolutely adored it, even on a windy day. Additionally, there are coffee shops in the vicinity and the Wirral Trail is conveniently nearby.

October 2023

Jaxon Roth

10 Exceptional

Thurstaston cliffs can be compared to the Devon cliffs of the northwest, albeit on a smaller scale. While many people flock to the overrated and dull Crosby beach or the pleasant yet crowded northern beaches of Wirral, as well as the areas around Prestatyn/Rhyl, the western part of Wirral remains relatively uncrowded. The steep and winding stairs that lead to the top of the cliffs, along with the breathtaking views of Wales, excellent facilities, and numerous benches, left me in awe. Thurstaston beach is truly a remarkable place, and I am already looking forward to my next visit. However, next time I plan to explore the bike routes in the surrounding area.

October 2023

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Thurstaston Beach?

Thurstaston Beach has a light sand and pebble cover. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. The water is impeccably turquoise. The entrance to the water is a mixture of sand and pebbles, so it is recommended to wear aqua shoes.

What are the key activities at Thurstaston Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Thurstaston Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

The Thurstaston Beach is also suitable for the following water activities:

Sup surfing (Sup touring)

Is the Thurstaston Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Thurstaston Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

There are few boats in the bay. So the overall recommendation of the Thurstaston Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Thurstaston Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. This is the natural virgin beach with minimal amenities. It's covered with sand mixed with pebbles and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Thurstaston Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Thurstaston Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

The following features add extra points:

Mountains/hills in the vicinity

What are the key audiences of Thurstaston Beach?

Thurstaston Beach can be a good place for the following groups of travelers:

Beachgoers with pets
Hiking adventurers

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Thurstaston Beach?

There is no restaurant or bar directly on Thurstaston Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Chilli Gourmets is the closest place located 1400 meters from the beach.

What is the closest accommodation to the Thurstaston Beach?

There are 207 places to stay in the Thurstaston Beach area.

Some of the best hotels in the area of Thurstaston Beach include:

The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:

How far is the Thurstaston Beach from parking?

The Thurstaston Beach has no parking spot and you have to overcome a long descent.

What is the best time of the year to visit Thurstaston Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Thurstaston Beach is August. Its average value reaches 18°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 16°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 8°C and water 9°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Thurstaston Beach (Cheshire West and Chester) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Thurstaston Beach (Cheshire West and Chester) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.