I haven't walked far upon the path that leads into Dyffryn Cegin Valley. But there were a lot of…read morepeople coming in and out the valley. One of the gates is underneath a bridge, and it had a walking route sign. I saw some people cycling and walking. And also people walking their dog. The place to dump the dogshit was unfortunately overloaded, so dog owners couldn't use that bin to bin the dogshit. And that's actually the only thing I didn't like about the valley. It felt as a save place as well, and not so strange as the park, higher up the hill. So it's a nice place to walk or cycle (with or without your dog/spouse/friends/kids). I'd like to give 3,5 star, but that's not an option, so because it's so beautiful out there, I give it 4 stars.

The sand at Crosby beach isn't quite as soft and luxurious as that of Formby, which is slightly…read morefurther north. In parts you actually get the distinct feeling you may sink if you stand in one place too long and a sign actually warns beach goers not to stray too far from the promenade, and of "wet sand" - a slower version, I presume, of quick sand. That said it's still a great location. One hundred metal Antony Gormley's stare out over the water, his 'Another Place' exhibit, great for amateur photographers. Look to the left and you see cranes, ships and the odd pile of scrap metal. To the right a wind farm and on a clear day, the Blackpool Tower. Don't stare at the stunning vistas too long mind, make sure you beware of the jellyfish that sporadically pop up from time to time. On my last visit to Crosby's sands (31 August) the sun was beaming and warm, and a walk along this under-used beach was a real treat.

Crosby Beach is one of my favorite places in the Merseyside area. My boyfriend's family lives not…read moretoo far away, so whenever we're visiting, I ask to go and we always bring along the their dogs. The main attraction here is to see Antony Gormley's Another Place, a permanent installation of 100 cast iron men that spans the entire beach and into the sea as well. The sculptures are all made in the form of the artist's figure, and all face out looking at the sea. They're ever-evolving as nature erodes them away. They're all identical, but they've been placed as various heights. Some are buried into the sea or into the water. The beach itself is quite deserted; there's never very many people here, but when you arrive you think there's more people until you realized it's the statues masquerading as people in the distance. It's a great beach to take your dog too. However, it's quite windy here, so a nice stroll along the beach in the sand, or up on the boardwalk, that's all that's very nice. It's not the beach to sit out at. Come at sunset for a stunning sky and see the iron men in perfect light! This is a great spot for photographers! The iron men look beautiful in various lights, but especially at sunset. There is easy, free parking in the parking lot above the boardwalk too.

Parbold Hill is a layby on the side of the A5209 opposite the pub the Wiggin Tree. From here there…read moreare spectacular views of the surrounding countryside to be seen, there is also an ice cream van that has the novel idea of putting sherbet onto your ice cream Mmmm Mmmm. Anyway there are numerous walks in all directions that take you away from the traffic and into a lovely bit of countryside a walk through the woods down the hill will, after crossing over the railway line take you onto the canal for some nice canal walking or you can carry on along nice footpaths in numerous directions.

This is a great area to take the dogs walking. I have been on several occassions and each time it…read morehas a great atmosphere and plenty of people about.

Chinatown is a fantastic spectacle for the tourists and locals with the Chinese Arch being the main…read moreicon. The arch is proudly one of the largest and most attractive in the UK and was shipped in from Shanghai where it was built by craftsmen in 2000. Now a decade old, it has served Liverpool's image well and kept in top condition thanks to those who've put in the effort to maintain it. Liverpool as a matter of fact is actually a small Chinatown and mainly consists of restaurants. It cannot be compared to the likes of Chinatown in London which is completely of different class, though it can be said that Liverpool is home to one of the oldest Chinese communities in Europe.

It baffles me that the magnificent gate dominating the top of Chinatown is only ten years old. Like…read morethe area itself, it feels like it's been there forever. Unlike the one in London, which at least has some corners to break it up and seem as large and sprawling as the Orient itself, standing beneath the gate in Liverpool means you can look right through to the other side, which can spoil the illusion somewhat. Also, I love how the streets encompassed are the least-Chinese-sounding words in existence- Knight, Duke, Nelson, was someone trying to force Englishness on the residents? Of course, this is all just me being picky. Chinatown is the kind of place you're glad your city has, especially a record-breaking one such as this (it's home to Europe's oldest Chinese community, for one thing). Now is it just me, or would neighbourhoods based on other countries not be an incredible idea? I'll get doodling blueprints on my Etch-a-Sketch.

It will never be fully established how direct the link was between this gravestone and the Beatles'…read moreclassic. Although he and John were visitors to the churchyard and met mere feet from this spot, Paul McCartney has said the apparent coincidence could in fact be a concoction of his subliminal self. Then again, how can you believe him? He thought writing about the Mull of Kintyre was a nifty idea. To be fair, I visited this boneyard a while back just for something to do and was struck by how many of the stones contain the names 'Eleanor' or 'Rigby' in some permutation or other. I'd be surprised if Macca didn't accidentally call his mum Ellie after coming here. The real Eleanor Rigby was a scullery maid who died 364 days before Lennon was born and almost certainly did not keep her face in a jar by the door. Standing looking at the patch were her bones now rest makes you wonder whether you'll ever posthumously be part of a famous song...I mean ones you haven't just penned yourself because that's almost as sad as looking at a stranger's grave.

Wonderfull, peaceful place with amazing views and walks. We visit on hot days, take a picnic with…read moreus a put our feet in the streams! Bliss! You do need to get here early on these days! You do have to pay for parking but that is it! The shop and cafe are nice and sometime there are books for sale!

Reliable corner of silence and relaxation right in the middle of the city centre. Since the garden…read moreis part of the bluecoat museum and art centre, you can easily extend your visit to either - or both

The Bluecoat Garden is tucked away within the Bluecoat Centre. It is a lovely little haven of calm…read moreand silence, being surrounded on all sides by the Bluecoat Centre's Buildings. Even though it is only a stone's throw from Liverpool One it is still a lovely place to get out of the hectic city centre shopping crowds and just take things at your own pace for a little while. It is an excellent place to read a book, chat to a friend, listen to your MP3 player, or just enjoy the silence and calm of the surroundings. The cafe adjoining the garden is an excellent place. Get yourself a pot of tea and a slice of chocolate cake, and just take a few minutes to relax and take in the surrounding architecture of the Bluecoat Gardens.

"In the town where I was born, Lived a man who sailed to…read moresea, And he told us of his life, In the land of submarines, So we sailed on to the sun, Till we found the sea green, And we lived beneath the waves, In our yellow submarine...." Inspired by The Beatles film and song, Yellow Submarine is probably Liverpool's most psychedelic statue. Designed by Graham Burgess, it was painstakingly built by a team of 80 apprentices at Cammell Laird in the mid eighties. Measuring 15 feet high and 51 feet long, it weighs 18 ton and consists of plate metal spray-painted a striking yellow. Incase anyone misses the reference to the band, there's a plaque inscribed with the chorus of 'Yellow Submarine'. Years ago, visitors could see the sculpture as they drove or walked past Albert Dock. Gradual wear and tear however, means Yellow Submarine has been relocated to outside Liverpool John Lennon Airport. Listen: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=01HuGrlD7fA&feature=related Watch: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wRnAcVLBIyY&feature=fvw

The thing that always used to perturb me about this sculpture was the fact it didn't look like the…read moremore iconic submarine used in the animated 1968 loonfest of a film. Instead, it resembles some rubbish fish with a wonky eye. Bringing some quirky brightness to the monotone drabness of the airport, the sculpture is mostly there for the benefit of starstruck tourists who will see this nugget of interest about to submerge into the grass and hopefully feel optimistic about a city that, until that point, looks like Chernobyl.

Always worth a visit and free to see. Best seen by walking or on one of the many trams.read more

S1traight ass, boring every year with the same,e thing. Bring something new to Blackpool everytime…read moreI go I get so bored and wonder why I'm still in Blackpool. Seriously get some new illuminations.