Timeline
17:34
Walk up Runcorn Hill Nature Reserve. The path is short but steep. Arrive with enough time to settle in before the sun dips below the horizon.
18:14
Watch the sunset. On 15 October the sun sets toward the WSW at 18:14. The hill offers an unobstructed view of the sky changing color over the western horizon.
18:44
Stroll down to Town Hall Park. It is a short walk from the hill. The park is open after dark and provides a calm space to walk off the hike and transition into the evening.
Local tip
The walk up Runcorn Hill can be slippery in wet weather. Wear sturdy shoes. Town Hall Park is open all evening, making it a safe and pleasant place to linger after dark.
Check before you go
- Check the weather forecast for sunset visibility.
- Town Hall Park is accessible after sunset.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Runcorn (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).