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"Located in Widnes, nestled next to the River Mersey, Pickering’s Pasture is a local nature reserve with acres of wildflower meadows and stunning views of the river Mersey. Many different butterflies and birds can be found in the meadows. Until the 1950s the area now covered by wild flowers and trees was a salt marsh, grazed by cattle and home to wading birds and estuary plants. For the next 30 years however, the site was used as an industrial and household waste tip and a mountain of refuse built up on the salt marsh. The land was reclaimed in the 80’s by Halton Borough Council. Where they undertook to restore the land and in the process, created a wildflower meadow as can be seen today, the site was opened to the public in 1986 and declared as a local nature reserve in 1991. Today the site is part of the Trans Pennine Trail (TPT) which is a  popular walking, wheeling and cycling destination for Halton residents, people from afar and many dogs of course.  It’s a great place to rediscover your love of nature whether you’re having a quiet stroll with family and friends or a leisurely Sunday cycle ride. The reserve has also won the prestigious Green Flag Award thanks to the successful conservation and educational work that goes on in the reserve.  This recognition highlights the site’s commitment to maintaining high environmental standards and providing a welcoming space for all visitors." It is also a site of special scientific interest (SSSI). Source; https://www.transpenninetrail.org.uk/pickerings-pasture-a-nature-reserve-with-a-rich-history-and-stunning-wildlife/

A striking way to leave Pickering's Pasture and continue upwards via the 'zig zag' path for great views of the estuary and surrounding areas.

Beautiful view of the Gateway Bridge

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This monument, a beautifully crafted statue of a great man, takes the viewer back to the late 16th and early 17th centuries. It is dedicated to "Childe of Hale" (which is also the name of this highlight), but his real name was John Middleton.

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Ditton Brook Bridge it a nice Bridge that has stairs up to the cycle path above. The bridge has good views of the Mersey river and views of Runcorn over the other side.

Given the close proximity of Liverpool John Lennon Airport, this is a lovely peaceful walk in an area with so much history. As well as the views across the fields on one side there are the views of the river on the other.

"John Middleton (1578–1623) was an English giant who was born in the village of Hale and is commonly known as the Childe of Hale. He was allegedly 9 feet 3 inches (2.82 m) tall, and legend tells that he slept with his feet out of the window of his small house, and tales credit him with great strength. He was employed as a bodyguard by the sheriff of Lancashire." Source: Wikipedia

Watching the tide rush in. There are a number of benches on this leg of the walk to sit and enjoy the peace and quiet disturbed only by the sound of the river pouring in.