Brandreth Barn is the ideal place for sightseeing, being just a short stroll away from the popular bird watching retreat of Martin Mere, and only a short car journey from the famous seaside resorts of Southport, Formby, Crosby, and Blackpool.

Local attractions & events of particular interest include:

Martin Mere Wetland Centre – 500 yards
Windmill Animal Farm - 1.4 miles
Leisure Lakes - 3.9 miles
Rufford Old Hall National Trust - 2.6 miles
Formby Freshfield Coast National Trust Red Squirrel Reserve - 13.1 miles
Southport – 7.5 miles - Southport Flower Show, Southport Airshow, Firework Displays
Royal Birkdale Golf Club - 9.7 miles
Aintree Race Course - 12.1 miles
Ormskirk Market Town- 4.9 miles
Liverpool – 18 miles – Liverpool One, Echo Arena, Beatles Museum, Albert Dock, Cavern Walks Shopping Centre
The Leeds & Liverpool Canal - short walk
Scarisbrick Marina - 5.2 miles
Edge Hill University- 5.6 miles
Manchester Trafford Centre- 27 miles