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Marine Lake, Southport – Southport Marina loop from Birkdale

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North West England

Marine Lake, Southport – Southport Marina loop from Birkdale

Hard

177

runners

Marine Lake, Southport – Southport Marina loop from Birkdale

02:09

20.8km

40m

Running

Hard run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 6, 2026

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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2.12 km

Southport Beach and Pier

Highlight • Beach

Stunning beach all year round

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2.77 km

Fernley Observatory

Highlight • Historical Site

The Fernley Observatory, built in 1901, houses a Thomas Cook six-inch refractor telescope which was made in 1869.

The observatory and telescope was given as a public gift by its …

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12.8 km

Southport Promenade

Highlight • Cycleway

A fantastic place to ride with great views

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15.3 km

Marine Lake

Lake

16.1 km

At Marine Lake you’ll find a choice of water based activities to keep the whole family entertained. Marine Lake also has pedalos and motor boats for hire as well as offering high speed rides on a power boat.

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16.4 km

King's Gardens

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nice garden by the marina.

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16.5 km

Southport Marina

Highlight • Rest Area

Southport Marina offers plenty of activities, including boat rentals, crazy golf, adventure playgrounds, a model railway, and various amusements. It’s also an ideal spot to pause and enjoy the scenic surroundings along your route.

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19.7 km

Horse and Carriages Sculpture, Marine Drive, Southport

Highlight • Monument

Southport has many features decorating the place. The Horse and Carriages are in the middle of a roundabout on Marine Drive, close to the beach front

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20.8 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

9.06 km

6.38 km

2.74 km

1.96 km

588 m

107 m

Surfaces

12.3 km

4.78 km

3.71 km

Elevation

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Weather

Wednesday 12 August

28°C

18°C

0 %

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Southport Beach and Pier

Starbucks Coffee Shop

Fernley Observatory

Southport Promenade