Future of Merseyside lake in doubt and would cost millions to fix

Cold winter sunshine at West Kirby marine lake on the Wirral (Image: Colin Lane/Liverpool Echo)

The future of a popular marine lake bringing thousands of people to a Merseyside town could be in jeopardy. According to a council, it said no action could put those using the West Kirby Marine lake at more risk, but the work needed would cost millions.

A report set to be presented to councillors on Wirral Council’s environment committee on December 2 gives an update on the potential costs related to the town’s marine lake. The report said unless action is taken to tackle the problems , the future of the lake “is in doubt".

Councillors are being asked to note the findings of the latest survey which shows sections of the lake, particularly to the north and along its outward edge, are fil