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Sefton's wide expanses of sandy beaches were put to good use in preparation for the trenches of World War One.
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Soldiers from the Manchester Regiment regularly used the beach as an open air gym. They performed ‘Swedish drill’ as part of their exercise regime.
The Duke of Lancaster’s Own Yeomanry made use of wide expanse of sand to exercise their horses, and to practice military manoeuvres. They practiced infantry drill with the Manchester Regiment, prior to embarking for the frontline.
The wide expanse of flat beach also made an excellent space to practice parade training.
The light sand also made an excellent place for soldiers to practice trench digging. The 1st and 2nd Field Company of the Royal Engineers and the Manchester Regiment honed skills on Sefton's beaches, under the ever watchful eyes of their commanding officers.
A typical trench plan
The sands along the Sefton Coast were put togood use during World War One.
TOP: The Duke of Lancaster’s Own Yeomanry.ABOVE: Performing the Manchester Swedish Drill' with'The Manchester Regiment performing 'Swedish drill'
Sefton’s coast made an excellent place for the Royal Engineers to practice trenchdigging.
British troops at Serre, 1917.
