The Acorns

The Acorns is situated in the sought-after community of Halewood, Merseyside. Located off Baileys Lane and adjacent to Finch Farm, this area is perfectly located for families, with an abundance of amenities on hand including local schools and nearby shopping destinations.

The development is a two-minute drive from the A562 Higher Road located to the south, leading to the Knowsley Expressway which links with the M62 to Liverpool and Manchester, plus to the M57. The A562 also links to the Mersey Gateway Bridge to the east, which connects to the M56 going to Chester and South Manchester.

This development falls under the administration of Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council.

For those seeking active leisure, Volair Halewood leisure centre is opposite to the development and packed with facilities including a swimming pool, a high-quality gym, a sports hall, and an activity studio – all supported by a timetable of classes and events. For gentler exercise, The Acorns’ rural surroundings are ideal for countryside walks or bike rides.

Residents will also find dedicated green open spaces to explore including Wood Road Park and Halewood Park Triangle, a 17- and 30-minute walk away, respectively. National Trust’s Speke Hall is a 13-minute car journey from home, an historic site perfect for a family day out.

Liverpool city centre is under 10 miles away with convenient road and public transport links – the metropolitan area is culture-laden with art galleries, museums, entertainment venues, and an historically important live music scene. The development also has quick connections to Manchester, offering an additional diversity of culture and leisure.

Those with young families will find a number of well-regarded schools in the nearby area catering to children of all ages.

St Marks Catholic Primary School is a 12-minute walk away for an easy drop-off, while Halewood C of E Primary School, Plantation County Primary School, and Yew Tree Primary Academy are all within a five-minute drive.

For older students, Halewood Academy is just over a mile away – a healthy walk which can be supplemented by a local bus route. Additional secondary options can be found in Speke and Woolton.

Universities can be found within a commutable distance across the North West, with great options in both Liverpool and Manchester, as well as Warrington, Chester, and Salford, among others.

Bus services can be found on Baileys Lane – a 10-minute walk away – and Leathers Lane, adjacent to the Halewood Shopping Centre, going to Liverpool city centre as well as wider shopping destinations.

Halewood railway station is located just under a mile away, with hourly services between Liverpool, taking 25 minutes, and Manchester Oxford Road, taking 45 minutes.

For motorists, the A562 Higher Road is half a mile south of the development, connecting to the Knowsley Expressway which links with the M62 to Liverpool and Manchester, as well as leading on to the M57 and M58. The Mersey Gateway Bridge is located a short journey to the east, with connecting routes to Chester and South Manchester via the M56.

Liverpool John Lennon Airport is only four miles away, serving destinations and connections worldwide.

Halewood Shopping Centre is a 15-minute walk away or a few minutes in the car, with the retail park encompassing a selection of popular supermarkets, a pharmacy, the Halewood Library, and fast-food restaurants. Further afield, New Mersey Retail Park is under four miles away and is one of the largest in the UK with over 40 shops, a multi-screen cinema, plus a selection of spots to eat and drink.

Liverpool’s city centre is a bustling hub of hospitality and retail with shopping and dining being among the city’s primary pursuits. Liverpool ONE condenses popular brands, restaurants, and entertainment while the Royal Albert Docks provide the best in waterfront socialising and dining.

Manchester also hosts popular high-street shopping and dining in locations like Manchester Arndale and The Trafford Centre, while The Northen Quarter champions independents and the alternative creative heart of the city – ideal for finding unique gifts and hidden gems.