Pickerings Pasture isn't easy to find. Squashed on the edge of an industrial park in Hale, south Liverpool, it's in a pretty odd location and if you haven't been before, there's a chance you may get lost.
But that doesn't detract from its superb view. To the left lies the Runcorn Bridge. On a bright day sun glints off it and the glass panels on the other side of the water.
To the right off this grassy stretch is a delightful bird watching spot. Nuts adorn every other tree alongside fat balls, meaning there are many types of birds you won't find in the average garden. The watching spot looks onto a mere, which it has to be said isn't that impressive. You do see the odd heron, mind you.
For photographers it's a real challenge to snap the birds before they fly away - besides the cocky robin that is. read more