Neighbours say why Hoylake's 'back garden' should be protected

The Wirral beach could become protected from development13:01, 10 Aug 2026People in one Merseyside town have come out to back efforts to protect their "back garden" as special status is sought. Campaigners are hoping to secure special status for Hoylake Beach which would provide the site with a number of key protections.‌As part of an application to register the beach as a Town or Village Green, residents were given the chance to speak at a public hearing to explain why the beach should be granted the status. Town or Village Green (TVG) status would protect the land from developments while ensuring its purpose as an area used by members of the public for sports, recreation, and other pastimes.‌In order to secure the status, the applicant must prove the land has been used by a significant n