TREASURE Trails has created an exciting, social distancing friendly Treasure Hunt trail to safely explore the hidden gems and history of Liverpool's Albert Docks and Pier Head area. Costing just ₤9.99 for a family or small group, the new trail guides you around secret, quirky parts of Liverpool you've never seen; or noticed; before. Along the way, be immersed in stories of your City's history as you crack clues set on permanent features such as:- sculptures, signs and monuments, before solving the mystery at the end of the route.  The self guided 2.25 mile circular trail takes around 2.5 hours to complete at your own pace, beginning at Keel Wharf and journeying through Liverpool's historic streets and waterfront. If you complete the quest, you'll be entered into a ₤100 monthly draw!

The trail is outdoors and can be done at any time of year, making it the perfect responsible adventure activity for families and small groups of friends to enjoy during the current pandemic restrictions. There are over 1,200 Treasure Trails across the UK and three themes of trails to choose from:- Treasure Hunt, Spy Mission or Murder Mystery. The new Albert Docks and Pier Head trail joins 3 other Treasure Trails in Liverpool that explore different areas. Why not try them all?

Liverpool:- Home of the Beatles - Starting on Gower Street, this Murder Mystery Trail incorporates places frequented by The Beatles as you uncover the City's musical heritage and use your sleuthing skills to crack a fictional murder case.

Liverpool:- Mini Trail St George's Hall - Starting at Saint George's Place, this short circular Treasure Hunt Trail comprised of picture clues is set entirely around the stunning St George's Hall and St John's Gardens. Perfect for if you have less time to play with.

Liverpool:- Lime Street and Beyond - This Spy Mission Trail starts at the iconic Lime Street Station in the heart of Liverpool, before exploring the area around William Brown Street and the heart of the City's museums.

You can download the ‘Liverpool Albert Docks and Pier Head' trail and browse the full list of trails by Region, by visiting:- TreasureTrails.Co.UK.

The trail booklets are available to buy online and download to print at home, or can be sent via post within 3 to 5 working days. Kids can get creative and add their own photo and text to the front cover using the website's online editing tool.

Please note:- This particular route involves steps, which doesn't make it wheelchair or pushchair friendly.

MERSEYSIDE Police have arrested a 23 year old female and are appealing for information following a serious injury road traffic collision in Sefton Village, on Sunday, 27 September 2020. We are told that the incident happened at around 8.45am, when emergency services were called a female cyclist, in her 30's, who had being found seriously injured on Lunt Road. She was then taken to Hospital by Ambulance and is currently described as being in a critical condition. Her family has been made aware and are being supported by Officers.  At the time of writing, it is believed that she had a collision with a vehicle and a 23 year old woman has since been arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and failing to stop after a road traffic accident.  Anyone who saw this incident, lives locally and has CCTV or dashcam, is asked to contact us via our Roads Policing Unit on:- 01517775747, with reference 20000585062. You can also pass information via the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously, on:- 0800555111 or via their online form:- Crimestoppers-UK.Org.

MERSEYSIDE Police Detectives investigating a sexual assault on a teenage girl, in Orrell Park, on Monday, 21 September, have charged a man. 30 year old, Dean Lockley, of no fixed abode was charged with:- kidnap; false imprisonment; and sexual assault. He has been remanded in custody to appear at Liverpool Magistrates Court on, Monday, 28 September 2020.

MERSEYSIDE Police Detectives, in Sefton, are appealing for information after a burglary at a Post Office, in Crosby, at around 2.20am. We are told that both Merseyside Police Officers and Merseyside Fire and Rescue Service (MFRS) were called to College Road following reports of money being stolen from an ATM at the Post Office. It is believed that access was gained through a small explosion at the front of the premises, although we are still establishing the circumstances. Later a cash box was found nearby.

Detectives Inspector Catherine Walsh said:- "Thankfully it appears that no injuries were caused in this incident. However, this is an extremely dangerous way to target any premises, which clearly puts members of the public at risk. The damage and inconvenience to the business is also significant. We have shown before in successful operations that we will use all available means to identify and bring to justice those identified. We are particularly keen to speak to anyone who saw any suspicious activity in and around College Road, at around 2am, and if you live locally and have home CCTV or dashcam, please check and let us know. We will take positive action and remove these dangers from the streets."

Anyone with information is asked to contact Merseyside Police, on the 101 service with the reference:- '20000584914.' You can also pass information via the independent charity Crimestoppers anonymously, on:- 0800 555 111 or via their online form:- Crimestoppers-UK.Org.