SUMMER is disappearing and quickly fading into a distant memory as the seasons change and autumn shows signs it’s on its way.

As we wave goodbye to walks in the summer sunshine, we can look forward to crisp autumn strolls to blow away the cobwebs or simply enjoy some time outside with family and friends.

What better time to explore Wirral and beyond than as the colours change in autumn?

Why not pull on your walking boots and take a stroll through the crisp leaves?

Here is a selection of some of the best local autumnal walks:

Arrowe Park by Jan E Peddie

Arrowe Park by Jan E Peddie

Birkenhead Park by Mandy WIlliams

Birkenhead Park by Mandy WIlliams

Dibbinsdale Nature Reserve by Barry Wade

Dibbinsdale Nature Reserve by Barry Wade

Eastham Country Park by Richard Bradford

Eastham Country Park by Richard Bradford

Eastham Woods by Julie Longshaw

Eastham Woods by Julie Longshaw

Hilbre Island by David Mansell

Hilbre Island by David Mansell

Parkgate by Julie Longshaw

Parkgate by Julie Longshaw

Raby Mere by Andrew Loudon

Raby Mere by Andrew Loudon

Royden Park by Dave Guy

Royden Park by Dave Guy

Storeton Woods by Richie Robinson

Storeton Woods by Richie Robinson

The Dell, Port Sunlight by Robert Orr

The Dell, Port Sunlight by Robert Orr

Thurstaton Hill by Jane Leitch

Thurstaton Hill by Jane Leitch

Vale Park by Paul Neish

Vale Park by Paul Neish

West Kirby to Thurstaton by Stephen Buckridge

West Kirby to Thurstaton by Stephen Buckridge

Wirral Way by Anna Graham

Wirral Way by Anna Graham