also includes a rubble wall at the southern end. In 2012, Asbestos was discovered spread out over a stretch of the beach, likely originating from the remains of bombed out buildings during The Blitz, which used the bombed materials to bolster the sea wall but over time eroded and exposed the fibres. Safety The beach has a red flag rating, typically indicating danger and for visitors to not enter the water. There have been numerous incidents over the years of visitors getting trapped in quicksand. Some incidents have been attributed to the iron men sculptures, with visitors venturing beyond the safety point to see the sculptures. Transport Crosby Beach can be reached by foot from Waterloo (Merseyside), Blundellsands and Crosby, or Hall Road railway stations. The number 53 bus runs through South Road, Waterloo, which stops near Waterloo Station. Many people take the 10-minute walk from here to the end of South Road where the Marina begins and Crosby Beach is located over the sand dunes. There is also car parking at Crosby Swimming Baths. Sport A parkrun takes place at the beach every Saturday morning at 9am. The course begins on the beach then proceeds along the promenade before returning, the total distance is 5km. Crosby Leisure Centre is located at the beach and has an indoor swimming pool. Accolades As of July 2017, Crosby Beach scored favourably on Trip Advisor, receiving an average rating of 4.5/5 from around 500 reviews. References External links Visit Liverpool - Crosby Beach Crosby Scout and Guide Marina Club website Friends of Crosby Beach - Beach Cleaning Community Beaches of Merseyside Tourist attractions in Merseyside Metropolitan Borough of Sefton