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08.10.2022 - 11:45 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Along the North West coast is miles of beautiful shoreline; there are charming seaside towns with old-fashioned piers, vast beaches and of course Blackpool, home to the iconic illuminations. And there are those spots which provide a more rugged and wild coastal experience, perfect for a day trip this autumn.
Formby Beach is probably the go-to destination if you’re looking for pretty sand dunes and woodland walks, yet a few miles further north there’s a quieter alternative with equally gorgeous scenery. Ainsdale Beach has all the things Formby has, just without the crowds.
Ainsdale features a serene pinewood, where you can wander along various trails which weave their way through the towering trees. It’s an atmospheric walk and certainly delivers if you’re after that classic autumnal atmosphere.
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You may even spot a red squirrel or two among the pine trees, so keep your eyes peeled. Eventually the trees clear as the pinewood gives way to rolling, grass-topped sand dunes, which line the shore.
From the top of the dunes there are stunning views out to sea. It’s also an important habitat for a variety of wildlife, including the rare natterjack toad. The dunes gently slope down to the huge, golden beach.
If you’re an adrenaline junkie, Ainsdale Beach is recognised as one of the best beaches in the UK for extreme kite activities. It has zones set aside for kite buggy and landboard use, where you can glide along the sand as the wind pulls you along.
The beach itself is spacious and perfect for walking and there’s lots of room for kids to run around. There is a dog-free zone 200m either side of the main beach entrance,
Paul Pogba's agent Rafaela Pimenta has claimed that Manchester United have a "joint responsibility" for the midfielder's failure during his time at the club.
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Gorka Marquez had his fans cooing as he posted a sweet video of himself and his fiancée Gemma Atkinson. The dancer is currently busy training for another week on Strictly Come Dancing but being partnered with Helen Skelton means he can still spend time at home in Greater Manchester as she is also based up north.
Back in 2017, Gemma Atkinson was a Strictly Come Dancing finalist herself when she was partnered up with Aljaž Škorjanec. Now, in a new interview with OK!, the presenter has opened up on her thoughts on fiancé Gorka Marquez being partnered up with Helen Skelton.The actress is clearly delighted about Gorka’s celebrity partner for this series as she told us: "We’ve FaceTimed a few times. It’s been absolutely lovely.
Gemma Atkinson and Gorka Marquez have been together for almost five years, and got engaged on Valentine’s Day last year. But when we ask Gemma about their wedding plans, it’s fair to say the couple are decidedly laid-back. "There have been a few times now where we’ve driven past a registry office and said, ‘Shall we just go in and do it? Yeah, let’s do it!’" says Gemma, 37.
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