Pex Hill Nature Reserve

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Cronton Lane
Widnes, England WA8 5AP

Pex Hill Nature Reserve, located in Cronton, Widnes, is a scenic area owned by United Utilities and part of the Mersey Forest. The reserve features stunted oak woodlands, heathland, and offers stunning views of the Mersey Estuary, Runcorn Bridge, Liverpool, and the mountains of North Wales on clear days.

In addition to its natural beauty, Pex Hill is home to the Leighton Observatory, managed by the Liverpool Astronomical Society, and incorporates a disused quarry that has become a popular spot for climbers. The area also boasts a historical background, with quarrying activities dating back to the 16th century and the site being used for target practice during World War II.

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The Best Time Of My Life
9/29/2020

I enjoyed it as a whole field of people where also enjoying the view, best part about it was all the...

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Afternoon stroll
9/19/2020

Nice afternoon walk, plenty of things to explore, could of been mapped out better, we actually stumb...

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Dog walking ki
8/9/2020

I was walking with my two small dogs on 8/8/20 as I have done for almost 2 years .one of my dogs is ...

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