St Helens: Waterfront Paths, History and Cycling Routes

Explore St Helens through two specific perspectives: paths along Georges Bay and traces of local history. With heritage and cycling routes nearby, different kinds of stays are possible. When choosing accommodation, it may therefore be important to consider whether you mainly want to explore the town or also plan to visit places outside the centre.

Paths Along Georges Bay

The Georges Bay Multi-User Track connects the centre of St Helens to Lions Park along a car-free route. A shared walking and cycling path runs along the shore of Georges Bay from the turn-off to St Helens Point to the town centre, passing Beauty Bay. For visitors who enjoy getting around on foot or by bike, the town centre, Lions Park and Beauty Bay provide specific points of reference for planning the day.

A 3.8 km shared, two-way path can also be accessed from Lions Park. Path conditions may change; check the current conditions before setting out. Beauty Bay offers a sheltered grassy area, a barbecue area, a fishing jetty, toilets and an outdoor shower. The waterfront path and the bay’s facilities therefore provide different ways to plan a stay by the water: you can treat the route as a connection or include Beauty Bay and its listed facilities in your plans.

Local History in Collections and Architecture

The St Helens History Room displays more than 1,000 artefacts. Its collections are organised by theme around different phases of settlement in St Helens. Alongside the buildings, this offers another way to explore local history, focusing on developments over time. Fair Lea offers a different perspective: built in 1897, it is one of the district’s most elegant buildings.

St Paul’s Anglican Church is also a notable landmark for those interested in architecture. It is permanently listed as a heritage site. Its brick construction is complemented by sandstone sills and lintels, decorative timber bargeboards and a sandstone belfry. The different materials and architectural features give the church a distinctive form that differs from the History Room’s collection, arranged by period. You can explore local history through a building or through the themed collections.

Cycling Routes and Excursions in the Wider Travel Area

Close to St Helens, the St Helens Mountain Bike Trails offer downhill and cross-country riding, as well as family-friendly experiences. The trails also include a series of loops south of the town area. When planning a family trip, it is helpful to consider these as a separate option for active days rather than equating them with the paths along Georges Bay.

Another destination to consider is the northern section of the Bay of Fires Conservation Area. From St Helens, it can be reached via Priory along Ansons Bay Road (C843). This gives you different options for planning your trip: the town, with its waterfront paths and heritage sites; cycling routes nearby; and an excursion into the wider travel area. When looking for accommodation, you can weigh up whether your plans focus mainly on St Helens itself or also include destinations outside the town centre. For paths and excursions, it is worth taking the relevant starting route into account when planning.

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