Netherton is a small town located in the Metropolitan Borough of Sefton, Merseyside, England. It is situated approximately 5 miles north of Liverpool city centre and is bordered by Bootle to the south, Litherland to the west, and Aintree to the east. The town has a rich history, dating back to the 13th century when it was known as Netherton-on-the-Hill. Today, Netherton is a bustling community with a population of around 10,000 people.
One of the most notable landmarks in Netherton is the Netherton Activity Centre, which is a community hub that offers a range of activities and services for people of all ages. The centre has a gym, sports hall, dance studio, and a variety of meeting rooms that can be hired for events and functions. It also hosts a number of community groups and clubs, including a youth club, a seniors club, and a disability group.
Netherton is also home to a number of parks and green spaces, including the Rimrose Valley Country Park, which is a 200-acre nature reserve that is popular with walkers, cyclists, and birdwatchers. The park has a network of footpaths and cycle routes, as well as a lake, a wildflower meadow, and a woodland area. Other parks in the area include Netherton Park, which has a children's play area and a bowling green, and Marian Square Park, which has a basketball court and a skate park.