Welcome to Alt

Alt is a small village located in the county of Lancashire, England. The village is situated on the banks of the River Alt, which flows through the area. Alt is known for its picturesque countryside, which is popular with walkers and hikers. The village is also home to a number of historic buildings, including the Grade II listed Alt Hall, which dates back to the 17th century. Alt is a peaceful and tranquil place, perfect for those looking to escape the hustle and bustle of city life.

One of the main attractions of Alt is its proximity to the Lancashire coast. The village is just a short drive from the seaside town of Southport, which is famous for its long sandy beaches and traditional pier. Visitors to Alt can enjoy a day at the beach, taking in the sea air and soaking up the sun. The area is also home to a number of golf courses, including the Royal Birkdale Golf Club, which has hosted the Open Championship on several occasions.

Alt is also known for its rich history and heritage. The village is home to a number of historic buildings, including the 14th century St Michael's Church, which is a Grade I listed building. The church is famous for its stunning stained glass windows and beautiful architecture. Alt is also home to a number of other historic buildings, including the Altcar Training Camp, which was used by the British Army during World War II. Today, the camp is used for training by the Territorial Army and other military units.

Local Weather

Partly cloudy

Temp: 2.1°C

Feels Like: 0.8°C

Wind: 3.1 MPH

Wind Dir: E

Local Schools

School	Details
Redgate Primary School Community School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Suzanne Webb	Redgate Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 4EW 01704828140 School Website
Our Lady Of Compassion Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Anthony Houghton	Bull Cop Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 8BZ 01704877281 School Website
St Marys Catholic Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:5-11 Head Teacher Mr Kerry Scott	Back Lane Crosby Liverpool Merseyside L23 4UA 01519244447 School Website
Freshfield Primary School Community School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mr Hayley Ward	Watchyard Lane Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 3JT 01704876567 School Website
Holy Family Catholic High School Voluntary Aided School Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Matthew Symes	Virgins Lane Thornton Liverpool Merseyside L23 4UL 01519246451 School Website
Downholland Haskayne Voluntary Aided Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:2-11 Head Teacher Mrs Nicola Hains	Black-A-Moor Lane Haskayne Ormskirk Lancashire L39 7HX 01515260614
St Lukes Church Of England Primary School Voluntary Controlled School Ages:4-11 Head Teacher Mrs Sharon Cowey	Jubilee Road Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 2HW 01704872692 School Website
Range High School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Michael Mcgarry	Stapleton Road Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 2YN 01704879315 School Website
Formby High School Academy Converter Ages:11-18 Head Teacher Mr Dominic Mackenzie	Freshfield Road Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 3HW 01704873100 School Website
Trinity St Peters C Of E Primary School Voluntary Aided School Ages:3-11 Head Teacher Mrs Deborah Pringle	Paradise Lane Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 7EJ 01704876391 School Website

Local Train Stations

Train Station
Hightown St Georges Road, Hightown, Merseyside, L38 3RX 1.74 Miles

Formby Kirkland Road, Formby, Merseyside, L37 2JF 2.45 Miles

Hall Road Hall Road East, Blundellsands, Merseyside, L23 8TU 2.79 Miles

Freshfield Victoria Road, Freshfield, Merseyside, L37 7DD 2.95 Miles

Blundellsands & Crosby Blundellsands Road East, Crosby, Merseyside, L23 8SE 3.46 Miles

Local Taxis

Taxi
Compass Cars 01704 871717 Mayflower House, Liverpool, Merseyside, L37 6BU 1.71 Miles
Instyle Executive Travel 07894 264592 12A Liverpool Road, Liverpool, Merseyside, L37 4BS 1.95 Miles
Airport Wheels 0800 211 8056 12A Liverpool Road, Liverpool, Merseyside, L37 4BS 1.95 Miles
Cars In The City Limousines 07787 732492 5 Kenyons Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside, L37 8BE 2.10 Miles
Phoenix Cabs 01704 878585 17A Elbow La, Liverpool, Merseyside, L37 4AB 2.21 Miles
Village Radio Cars 01704 877777 36B Chapel Lane, Liverpool, Merseyside, L37 4DU 2.25 Miles
Jet Airport Transfers 07738 087583 11 West Meade, Liverpool, Merseyside, L31 8DD 2.99 Miles
Events Chauffeur 0151 924 5045 Hillcrest Road, Liverpool, Merseyside, L23 9XS 3.11 Miles
Specialist Chauffeur Services 0151 924 8943 40 Victoria Rd, Liverpool, Merseyside, L23 7XZ 3.14 Miles
Liverpool Hire 0151 521 5050 Unit 1 - 3 Kirkdale House, Liverpool, Merseyside, L31 8BX 3.18 Miles

Local Post Boxes

Post Box
Ince Blundell Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Altcar Village Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Ince Blundell Park Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
North End Lane Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Altcar Road By Tesco Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Formby Industrial Estate/Tesco Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Cartmel Drive Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Little Altcar Post Office Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Alt Road Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:00 Saturday Last Collection:12:00
Liverpool Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Hightown Post Office Collection Today available until:12:00 Weekday Last Collection:17:15 Saturday Last Collection:12:00 Priority Mailbox: Special Mailbox:
Homer Green Collection Today available until:08:00 Weekday Last Collection:16:00 Saturday Last Collection:08:00
Marina Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Altcar Road Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00
Altcar Rifle Range Collection Today available until:07:00 Weekday Last Collection:09:00 Saturday Last Collection:07:00

Local GP Practices

GP Practice	Details
Hightown Village Surgery 0151 9293603	Hightown Village Surgery 1 St Georges Road Hightown Merseyside L38 3RY
The Hollies Family Surgery 01704 877600	The Hollies 10 Elbow Lane, Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 4AF
The Village Surgery Formby 01704 878661	The Village Surgery 12 Elbow Lane,Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 4AW
Chapel Lane Surgery 01704 876363	Chapel Lane Surgery 13 Chapel Lane, Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 4DL
Freshfield Surgery	61 Gores Lane Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 3NU

Local Stores

Formby - Queens Road
37-39 Queens Road
Formby
Liverpool
Merseyside
L37 2HG
01704 831893
Store Website
2.51 miles

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SPAR Blundell
Shell Weld Blundell
Scaffold Lane
Formby
Liverpool
L38 1QA
01519293287
Store Website
0.8 miles

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Local Vetinary Surgeries

Village Veterinary Surgery
1 Brows Lane Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 3HY 01704 872924 villagevetsformby@gmail.com Website 2.37 miles
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Animals Treated
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After hours, dial 01704 872924 to be transferred to our emergency service
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After hours, dial 01704 872924 to be transferred to our emergency service
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After hours, dial 01704 872924 to be transferred to our emergency service
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After hours, dial 01704 872924 to be transferred to our emergency service
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After hours, dial 01704 872924 to be transferred to our emergency service

Parker &Amp; Crowther Vets
113 Church Road Formby Liverpool Merseyside L37 3ND 01704 877145 formby@parkerandcrowther.co.uk Website 2.47 miles
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Village Vets Crosby
Unit 3 10 Moor Lane Liverpool Merseyside L23 2UE 3.05 miles

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Medivet Crosby (Mews Veterinary Centre)
Preseland Road Liverpool Merseyside L23 5TJ 0151 924 2025 crosby@medivet.co.uk Website 3.36 miles
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Noah'S Ark Vet Centre
44 - 46 Westway Maghull Liverpool L31 0AB 0151 440 2680 noahsarkvetcentre@gmail.com Website 3.38 miles
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Parker &Amp; Crowther Vets
55 Liverpool Road South Liverpool Merseyside L31 7BN 0151 531 7719 maghull@parkerandcrowther.co.uk Website 3.73 miles
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Local Dog Walks

Formby Squirrel Reserve (Leading To The Beach)
Parking Available At The Squirrel Walk Entrance Or Further Down Right At The Beach. 85 Victoria Rd Formby Liverpool L37 1LJ 3.33 miles Free Parking After 5:30Pm

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Ainsdale Beach
Open Beach With Sand Dunes, Large Car Park Right On The Beach Ainsdale Beach Ainsdale Lancashire 5.04 miles This Is The Little Beach Near Pontins, Not The Main Beach In The Centre

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Birkenhead Park
The Worlds First Public Park, 226 Grade I Listed Landscaped Acres. Birkenhead Park Visitor Centre Park Drive Lancashire 9.78 miles A Short Walk From Birkenhead Park Railway Station.

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Sefton Park
A Large Park In The Heart Of South Liverpool Well Served By Local Amenities. Sefton Park Sefton Park Lancashire 11.13 miles

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Royden Country Park
The Old Forge Birkenhead Wirral CH48 1NP 12.82 miles Roydon Park Is On The Left Of The Drive

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Hilbre Island
Long Walk Across The Beach To The Island Where Seals Can Be Seen On A Clear Day. Ensure You Closely Check The Tide Times As The Island Can Become Cut Off Due To Tides. Excellent Walk Where Your Dogs Can Go Off Lead Until You Get To The Island Where They Will Have To Be Put Back On Lead. Dee Lane West Kirby Wirral CH48 0QA 13.24 miles You Can Park At Morrisons Car Park Which Is Opposite The Beach, There Is A Charge For Parking Here.

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Weather Forecast

Friday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Partly Cloudy	Clear	Clear	Partly Cloudy
Temp	11.2°C	8.2°C	6.7°C	5.5°C	5.1°C	5.2°C	6°C	7.1°C	7.7°C	6.7°C	4.8°C	4.1°C
Feels Like	8.5°C	4.4°C	2.5°C	1.3°C	1.4°C	2°C	3.9°C	5.6°C	6.4°C	4.9°C	2.9°C	2.8°C

Saturday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Mist	Mist	Light sleet	Moderate snow	Overcast	Overcast	Overcast	Sunny	Sunny	Partly Cloudy	Cloudy	Clear
Temp	4.8°C	5.1°C	4°C	2.8°C	1.8°C	1.9°C	3°C	5.8°C	6.9°C	5.2°C	3.5°C	0.9°C
Feels Like	3.8°C	4.1°C	0.9°C	-1.1°C	-2.9°C	-3°C	-1.8°C	1.7°C	3.2°C	1.1°C	-1°C	-4.2°C

Sunday	00:00	02:00	04:00	06:00	08:00	10:00	12:00	14:00	16:00	18:00	20:00	22:00

	Clear	Clear	Clear	Clear	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Sunny	Clear	Clear	Clear
Temp	-0.7°C	-2°C	-2.8°C	-3.1°C	-2.6°C	-0.9°C	1.8°C	3.7°C	3.9°C	2.7°C	0.9°C	0.2°C
Feels Like	-5.8°C	-7.3°C	-8.2°C	-8.6°C	-7.8°C	-5.4°C	-1.8°C	0.3°C	0.8°C	0.1°C	-2°C	-3.8°C

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