Location and coordinates are for the approximate centre of Hightown within this administrative area. Geographic features and populated places may cross administrative borders.
Gazetteer of the British Isles (Edinburgh: Bartholomew, 1887). John Bartholomew
Hightown.-- coast vil. with ry. sta., SW. Lancashire, 1 mile S. of Formby sta. and 3½ miles NW. of Waterloo sta., Liverpool; Altcar Rifle Station is in vicinity.