Sefton Coast, Western Mixed

Author(s): Jeremy Lake

The Sefton Coast runs north from the edge of Crosby to the mouth of the Ribble Estuary. It is characterised by intertidal sands and silts, dune systems, coastal heath, and is backed by arable farmland. It is valued in its own right as a conservation and recreation resource. It includes a series of coastal settlements including Southport. Of the area, 26% is urban, 15% is arable or horticultural, 6% improved grassland, and 5% is woodland, whilst 24% of the area is designated as Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI).

Report Number:
61/2020
Series:
Research Report
Pages:
9
Keywords:
Landscape Farmstead Historic

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