Groups are restricted to 50 people and permits are required in advance for any group of 6 or more persons. These are allocated on a strictly first come basis, and you may find that your chosen day is already booked. Book Early Permits are available from the isitor Centre, Wirral Country Park, Station Road, Thurstaston, Wirral, CH61 OHN.The Visitor Centre is open daily , across the two miles from West Kirby. To get to West Kirby from the M53, leave at junction 2 and follow the West Kirby signs; then follow the brown Marine Lake signs which will bring you into Dee Lane. Alternatively from Chester, take the A540 to Hoylake, at West Kirby follow the Marine Lake signs to Dee Lane.The Islands are cut off from the mainland by the tide for up to four hours out of every twelve. If you are planning a visit to the Islands you must allow yourself enough time so that you can leave Hilbre at least three hours before high water, or longer if you have small children or walk slowly. It takes about 1 hour to cross the 2 miles to Hilbre. lternatively, you must set out from West Kirby at least three hours before high Water and allow for a stay of five hours or more on Hilbre. Strong winds may bring the tide in early or suddenly. Please telephone: 015164843713884 for advice on tide times. Tide tables can be purchased locally and are on display at Dee Lane slipway.

Telephone: 0151 606 2000
Website: http://www.wirral.gov.uk/LGCL/100006/200073/1008/content_0000981.html