Seaside town with its own beach bar and some of the best sunsets in the UK
Crosby Beach in Merseyside is home to The Bus Yard beach bar, which serves cocktails and street food right on the sand - and the views get even better as the sun goes down
Golden sands, radiant sunshine and azure waves - there's nothing quite like a beach trip on a sunny day. When the weather is just right, it feels like you're on holiday without the hassle of jetting off somewhere. From the quaint coves in North Wales to the renowned resort of Blackpool, the north of England has numerous stunning beaches.
However, one seaside spot along the Sefton coast has gained fame for its unique bar situated directly on the sand. Crosby Beach is home to a stunning stretch of golden sand, backed by grass-topped sand dunes and peppered with the famous cast-iron statues crafted by artist Antony Gormley.
The beach provides views across to the Wirral and North Wales, and due to its closeness to the Port of Liverpool, visitors can observe massive container ships and cruise ships sailing by.
In recent years, visitors have flocked to the beach during the spring and summer months to visit The Bus Yard beach bar, conveniently located by the promenade next to Marine Lake, reports the Manchester Evening News.
The bar itself is housed within a converted bus, while the surrounding complex features street-food vendors in repurposed shipping container units, serving up dishes like Gyros, burgers and loaded fries all made from locally sourced ingredients; and there's a spacious outdoor seating area.
A former bus has been transformed into a unique beach bar with a top deck seating area offering stunning views of the sea. Located on Crosby Beach, which is renowned for its breathtaking sunsets, the bar serves cocktails and hosts live music events, creating a lively holiday atmosphere.
One performer, Atmos Musik, recently shared a video of a DJ set on TikTok, showcasing the picturesque setting as the sun dipped below the horizon. A viewer, L'MLOU, was amazed, commenting: "This Liverpool? I thought it was Malibu! ! ! (and I'm from the NW)".
Visitors have praised the bar, with Simon Ashman writing on Google: "Brilliant bar set on the front of Crosby Beach where the metal statues are set in the sand.
"Just the thing after a nice walk or a day out on the beach. Great music, great atmosphere, good food available as well, you can sit and just watch the ships go by, or go with friends and have a great time."
Katie A also left a glowing review, saying: "Lovely pit stop whilst on a walk, great atmosphere with some music playing, dogs are allowed also, staff came around and offered my dog a little biscuit."
The Bus Yard, which initially started as a pop-up in 2022, has been granted a nine-year lease by Sefton Council. It operates seasonally, from April 1 to September 30.
There are a number of parking options at Crosby, including the Sefton MBC Pay and Display Car park (L28 8TA) and the Crosby Leisure Centre Car Park (L23 6SX).
It's crucial to remember that Crosby Beach is not suitable for swimming, with areas of soft sand and mud and a risk of changing tides.
Visitors are advised to stay within 50 metres of the promenade at all times and not attempt to walk out to the furthest statues.
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