New visitor information kiosk approved for Formby’s Victoria Road car park

Plans for a new visitor information kiosk at Victoria Road car park in Formby have been given the go-ahead by Sefton Council.

Planning permission was granted on 6 October 2026 for the installation of a visitor information kiosk at the popular coastal location, which provides access to Formby’s beaches, woodland and sand dunes.

The application, submitted under reference DC/2026/01146, was approved with conditions.

Victoria Road is one of the main access routes to Formby’s coastline, attracting visitors throughout the year, particularly during weekends, school holidays and the warmer months.

The proposed kiosk will introduce a new visitor information facility at the car park, although further details about its appearance, operation and the information it will provide have yet to be confirmed.

It is also not yet known when installation work will begin or when the kiosk is expected to open.

The development comes as Formby’s coastline continues to attract considerable interest, with visitor management, parking and the protection of the area’s natural environment remaining important issues for residents and visitors.

We will provide further information when details become available.

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