Getting There
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Leave the M58 at Junction 4 and take the A5068 signed Skelmersdale, Eastbound 1st exit, Westbound 3rd exit.
At the next roundabout take the 3rd exit signed Ring Road East, and then the 2nd exit at the next roundabout, also Ring Road East.
Continue to the next roundabout and take the 2nd exit signed Beacon Country Park, Windmill Road.
Then follow signs to Beacon Country Park over a group of mini-roundabouts.
There are two car parks here, both on the left hand side. The second car park is nearer to the visitor centre and facilities.
There is disabled parking at the visitor centre on Elmers Green Lane, this is reached by passing the two car parks and turning left. The visitor centre is then on the left.
Return to M58 Junction 4
Turn right from both car parks.
Turn right at the first mini-roundabout and then straight on over the next two.
At the roundabout take the 2nd exit, A577 Skelmersdale, Ormskirk, and then turn left at the mini-roundabout onto Windmill Lane.
At the next roundabout take the 2nd exit, signed B5312 Ring Road S and W.
At the next roundabout take the 2nd exit signed M58/M6, and the 1st exit at the next roundabout signed M58/M6 to return to the motorway.
Beacon Country Park
Circular walk: 45-60 minutes from 2nd car park
When walking on a Beacon it's clear that the walking won't be flat, and that good views are guaranteed.
There are well signed paths leading out from both the car parks here, and plenty of space for dogs to stretch their legs and enjoy some excellent romping space.
The first car park seems to be favoured by local dog walkers, and the second one can be taken over by kite enthusiasts making the most of the strong breezes up here.
The terrain is a mixture of woodland and open grassland, and enough space for a good 45 minute walk or longer.
To reach the facilities at the visitor centre, leave either car park and follow the direction indicated on the trails.
Wheelchair users can join the accessible circular track either from the visitor centre, or from the second car park by starting on the wide hard surface track and then turning left or right to complete the circular route.
Facilities
Free parking in gated car park, WC+disabled, Visitor Centre, café, dog poo bins and dog water, ranger office.
Useful Links
Beacon Country Park
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