Another Place Crosby Beach
100 cast-iron figures stand sentinel on Crosby Beach, creating a surreal and thought-provoking art installation that interacts with the sea.
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Another Place Crosby Beach
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Must-see attractions
100 cast-iron figures stand sentinel on Crosby Beach, creating a surreal and thought-provoking art installation that interacts with the sea.
"Astonished by this art installation, seeing the statues dotted about on the flat sand was breathtaking."
Check the Tides First! 🌊
Crucial for seeing the statues! Low tide is best. Don't miss this step for a full experience.
Wear Waterproof Boots 👢
The beach gets wet and sandy. Wellies or waterproof shoes are a must for comfortable exploring.
Quick Facts
Hours
Rating
4.7 · 1,765 reviews
Type
Tourist Attraction
Highlights
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The 100 Iron Men
Crosby Beach
100 life-sized cast iron figures standing sentinel on the sand, gazing out to sea. A truly unique and thought-provoking art installation.
Weathered Iron Figures
Crosby Beach
Witness how the sea and elements have transformed the statues over time, adding a layer of depth and character to Gormley's work.
Surreal Coastal Landscape
Crosby Beach
Experience the otherworldly atmosphere as the statues stretch across the vast expanse of the beach, creating a powerful visual impact.
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Tide Times are Crucial
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Check the Tides First! 🌊
Crucial for seeing the statues! Low tide is best. Don't miss this step for a full experience.
Wear Waterproof Boots 👢
The beach gets wet and sandy. Wellies or waterproof shoes are a must for comfortable exploring.
Parking Available 🚗
A small, reasonably priced car park is usually available near the beach.
Bring Snacks & Drinks ☕
Some food vans might be present, but it's wise to bring your own refreshments.
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Check the Tides First! 🌊
Crucial for seeing the statues! Low tide is best. Don't miss this step for a full experience.
Wear Waterproof Boots 👢
The beach gets wet and sandy. Wellies or waterproof shoes are a must for comfortable exploring.
Parking Available 🚗
A small, reasonably priced car park is usually available near the beach.
Bring Snacks & Drinks ☕
Some food vans might be present, but it's wise to bring your own refreshments.
Walk the Full Stretch 🚶
The statues span 2 miles. Explore as much as you can to appreciate the scale of the installation.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
Visitors are consistently awestruck by the scale and atmosphere of Antony Gormley's 'Another Place' at Crosby Beach, describing it as breathtaking, mystical, and otherworldly. The unique interaction with the tide and the weathered appearance of the iron figures are frequently praised. Some minor criticisms include the lack of promenade access for those with mobility issues and the potential for the beach to be very wet.
"This is always a favourite place to be. There is ample parking with views of the sea and the parking is cheap at £1.10 for 2 hours. Check the tide times before you go if you fancy a walk amongst the statues. Shifting sand means that some are now up to their waist in sand, or maybe they have sunk . Many years ago when I first visited they were all new and standing tall. They now are covered in barnicles. Tide was well out and still another hour before low tide so I chose to ignore the advice about only walking 4 bus lengths from the rails. Plenty of curlew and oyster catchers and pigeons and starlings what will happily feed from your hand. Do that discreetly as some see this as a bad thing to do... Not me, it's a highlight."
Richard Soper (Rich)
"Fabulous place to visit along Crosby Beach, with excellent free car parking next to the nearby Leisure Centre and a very short walk through the sand dunes.
The 100 statues by Anthony Gormley are spread over a huge portion of the beach and you need to plan your visit to coincide with the tide being out to enjoy the full magnificence of all of these statues."
Tony J
"I visited with my 23 year old son and we were both astonished with this art installation. Seeing the statues dotted about on the flat sand was breathtaking.
It was great we could go and stand right next to them and check them out.
We then drove a little further up the coast where there were hardly anybody about. It was surreal looking out and knowing every "person" we could see, was one of the statues.
Fantastic to know the statues will be here permanently, as originally, they were due to me taken somewhere else on display.
My only criticism is that there are none along the promenade. It would have been great for people with poor mobility , wheelchair users and so on , to be able to see one close up.
Other option would be to build a walkway onto the sand to allow access.
Maybe this could be considered. Moving one to the hard surface or building accessible platform?,"
Lin H
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Frequently Asked Questions
🚇 🗺️ Getting There
Crosby Beach is accessible by car, with a small car park available. It's also reachable by public transport, with train stations nearby. Driving from Albert Dock takes about 25 minutes.
Yes, there is a small, reasonably priced car park near the beach.
Yes, you can reach Crosby Beach via train to nearby stations like Waterloo or Blundellsands. From there, it's a walk to the beach.
Crosby Beach is located a short drive from Liverpool city centre, approximately 25 minutes by car.
The statues are spread across a 2-mile stretch of the beach, so once you're on the sand, you'll see them dotted along the coastline.
🎫 🎫 Tickets & Entry
No, entry to Crosby Beach and viewing Antony Gormley's 'Another Place' is completely free.
Crosby Beach is a public beach and is accessible at all times. However, the visibility of the statues is dependent on the tide.
There is no admission fee. The art installation is free to view for everyone.
No booking is required. You can visit Crosby Beach and 'Another Place' at your leisure.
The best time to visit is during low tide, as this exposes most, if not all, of the 100 iron figures. Always check tide times beforehand.
🎫 🚶 Onsite Experience
Wear waterproof footwear like wellington boots or sturdy walking shoes, as the beach can be wet and sandy. Dress in layers as the coastal weather can change.
Allow at least 1-2 hours to walk along the 2-mile stretch of beach and fully appreciate the scale of the installation.
At low tide, the beach is relatively flat, but it is sandy. Some visitors have suggested a need for better promenade access or walkways for those with mobility challenges.
Yes, dogs are welcome on Crosby Beach, but it's always good practice to keep them under control, especially around other visitors.
Walk among them at low tide, observe their details, and consider how they interact with the landscape and the sea. The changing light at sunrise or sunset can also be very atmospheric.
📸 📸 Photography
Capture the statues against the backdrop of the sea and sky, especially during sunrise or sunset for dramatic lighting. The sheer number of figures stretching along the beach is also a striking composition.
Early morning or late afternoon light can create beautiful, atmospheric shots. The golden hour offers a warm glow on the iron figures.
No, photography is generally permitted. Be mindful of other visitors and their personal space.
A wide-angle lens is great for capturing the vastness of the installation. A telephoto lens can be useful for isolating individual statues.
Experiment with different angles, get down low to the sand, or wait for the tide to partially submerge some figures for dramatic effect.
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