2019 GUIDE

#SouthportTime • Churchtown • • • • Crosby visitsouthport.com visitsouthport.com Box office: The Atkinson theatkinson.co.uk Lord Street 01704 533 333 Southport – PR8 1DB : TheAtkinson Contents : @AtkinsonThe : @TheAtkinsonSouthport Happy faces & Game on, sport that’s wide open spaces second to none 4 From tree lined boulevards to 28 Stay active with an endless choice breathtaking beaches. of sports.

Sights, scents & Savour the flavours world-class events Treat your taste buds with a variety 6 Whatever the season, we have 30 of delicious bites. Discover, a reason! Nights out to talk about Family fun Paint the town red with some of our The perfect family retreat. 32 Explore 10 favourite bars and restaurants. Shop ‘til you drop Spacious Parks, Woodlands Join us for some retail therapy! & Landmarks 12 34 Sights and sounds you can’t miss! Sand, sea, sun - & Play so much fun! 16 Explore what’s just Explore all the beaches Southport next door has to offer. 36 Get to know the neighbours.

Visit again & again with 4 seasons, more reasons 18 our Top 10 Whether it’s rain, sun or snow - Discover Between Land & Find our favourite hotspots. 38 there’s always somewhere to go!

Ancient Egypt Sea: 10,000 Years Life never bores in our Plan your visit 20 great outdoors 40 See everything Southport has to offer. — of Sefton’s Coast There’s something for everyone. Our stunning Egyptology Rest wherever suits — See wild things you best roaming free 44 There are some great places to stay museum takes visitors on Explore the history of those 22 Experience the majesty of in Southport. Mother Nature. a journey through ancient who have lived along Sefton Accommodation Egypt. With lots of hands-on So me, so you! coast from prehistoric times Share your adventures with 50 activities for all the family. 24 #SouthportTime to the present day. 58 Useful contacts Award winning sculpture & world-class culture Map 26 Delve into our art and history. Just 3 mins walk 62 from the station & Free Entry Shop Café 3

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Discover even more Breathtaking beaches, undulating adventures at: visitsouthport.com/things-to-do sand dunes, attractive woodland and tree lined boulevards. Our heady mix Happy of open spaces, Art Deco, Victoriana, contemporary glamour and all the fun of the fair make Southport the faces & perfect place to escape the ordinary.

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Sights, scents & our EVENTS WORLD-CLASS EVENTS

Whatever time of year you visit you’ll find there’s always something happening here in Southport. We know how to put on a world-class event or two, whatever you want we have it all for you to experience. Here’s just a taster of what’s on offer, choose from the 31st May, 1st & 2nd June 15th - 16th August spectacular to the relaxing and make Food and Drink Festival at Victoria Southport Flower Show at Victoria Park each visit even more memorable. Tantalise your taste buds and stimulate Explore our vibrant and colourful gardens your senses during this flavourful foodies at the largest independent flower show in extravaganza! Set in Victoria Park, the country. Packed with entertainment, Time to find out more: the event celebrates the fresh local produce bee keeping demonstrations and local Find out more about our year- that the region has to offer - including produce stalls, you’ll come away from the round events (and plan your visit) Southport’s very own delicacies as well day feeling inspired and in awe of what at visitsouthport.com/whats-on as street food from around the world. nature has to offer. This year we celebrate Make sure to arrive on an empty stomach our 90th Birthday, so join us for a very and sample everything in sight! special show.

6th - 8th September Southport Air Show on the Seafront Keep your eyes on the skies as they fill with exhilarating aerobatic displays from jets, fighters, bombers, helicopters and historic aircraft. Taking place over three days (and don’t miss the Friday night display for a totally different experience) this is one event you won’t want to miss.

27th - 29th September British Musical Fireworks Championship at Victoria Park During three nights in Victoria Park, over ten tonnes of pyrotechnics will be used to create breathtaking displays of colour and light. With all displays choreographed to music, this is one event you won’t want to miss.

6 7 #SouthportTime EVENTS We’re a 365, all year round destination 30th June and we’re just bursting with world- Southport Half Marathon & 10k class events, rain or shine. 30th June Whether you’re 17 or 70, it really British Armed Forces Day doesn’t matter here as we make sure our events are diverse, enjoyable and 15th - 18th August unique. Make your visit to Southport Southport Flower Show a memorable one with our fabulous events programme. 22nd - 27th August Circus Zyair 31st January - 3rd February Southport Jazz Festival 6th - 8th September Southport Air Show 3rd February Southport Mad Dog 10k 14th - 15th September 24 Hour Yacht Race 4th - 6th April Randox Health Grand National 22nd September Natterjack Seaside 10K 8th - 12th May British Masters Golf 27th - 29th September British Musical Fireworks Championship 10th - 12th May Southport Festival 3rd - 20th October Southport Comedy Festival 19th May Southport Triathlon October Half Term Halloween Event 31st May - 2nd June Southport Food & Drink Festival 17th November Southport Christmas Lights Switch On 9th June Cancer Research Race for Life 5k & 10k All December Christmas in Southport 22nd - 23rd June Woodvale Rally

8 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com Family FUN Make the most of your time together as a family by exploring Southport’s culture and natural beauty, or simply making sandcastles on Southport beach. There are so many places in Southport that will keep everyone happy and we guarantee you’ll always find something happening that will create days to remember. Enjoy hours of fun at Pleasureland with rides to suit all ages, from gentle carousels to white-knuckle thrillers.

Watch the cute ducklings, goslings, cygnets and chicks springing up around the reserve at Martin Mere Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust. Alternatively, the Southport Festival is all about families, for three days, the town centre is packed with free art, music and magic for all ages. Experience Southport sparkle with the big spectacular Christmas Lights Switch On during November. And although we don’t like to admit it, it does rain now and then in sunny Southport, but there are any number of things to do if the heavens do decide to open - such as Premier Bowling & Laser, Jump Warehouse Trampoline Park or immerse yourself into the sub-tropical at Splash World.

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Lord Street Chapel Street Said to have been the inspiration behind If it’s high street brands you’re after, head to Napoleon III’s boulevards of Paris, Lord Street Chapel Street, with plentiful pickings to suit Shop ‘til is one of our most celebrated sights. all price ranges.

Royal Arcade Market Quarter For all your vintage paraphernalia there’s At the heart of the town is the Market Quarter, Royal Arcade, 3 floors brimming with second which brings together local artisans and hand curios, artsy antiquities, records, posters established family businesses for the best YOU DROP and comics, it’s a must for any avid collector. locally sourced produce and products.

Escape the hustle and hassle of ‘Big City’ Southport has stylish retail destinations Wayfarers Arcade Wesley Street Find an alternative retail vibe on Wesley Street, nestled in rural villages and boho bunting Explore the iconic Grade II listed ‘Wayfarers Arcade’. shopping and take a more relaxed This beautiful glass domed building has attracted this positively Portobelloesque street has approach to your retail outings. lined streets with an array of quaint and visitors since 1898, offering over 30 individual a string of unique shops all painted in pastel colourful independent stores, wherever shops and cafés. colours and it plays host to a series of Our boulevards and arcades are just bursting you shop you’ll no doubt bag a bargain quirky events throughout the year. with independent stores, our markets have the every time. finest and freshest produce and the shopping Ocean Plaza Central 12 parks have all the big high street brands. Close to the beach is Ocean Plaza, a real seaside Five minutes from town is Central 12, shopping experience where you can shop, the perfect shopping destination for your dine and play. fix of retail favourites.

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S TAY From the 1st of January The Ramada Plaza Hotel will be re-branding to Bliss Hotel. The first of its kind in the UK, but still part of the Wyndham group – Bliss Hotel has the eat same team, same dedication, just with a bit of extra BLISS sparkle. experience taking Make your wedding dreams come true you to the at the Waterfront With a dedicated events team, amazing next level facilities and a one of a kind setting - Come and experience Bliss for yourself The tide is turning on Southport’s shoreline with the new multi-faceted it will be love at first sight. on our fully refurbished floor 5. entertainment and leisure destination. Putting Southport back on the map. Check us out at blisshotels.co.uk

Bliss Hotel It’s showtime MUSIC, COMEDY, THEATRE Floral Hall Ballroom AND MORE At the Waterfront it’s all about experiences, the destination is built around Southport Theatre the arts, culture and leisure. Casino

Sleep until join us... you’re hungry, Marine Brasserie in the hotel is open to then eat everyone. Our eclectic menu o­ers hearty favourites as well as our new vegan and until vegetarian menu. All freshly cooked and you’re locally sourced. It is the place to meet friends and family, for any meal on sleepy any occasion.

Waterfront, Promenade, Southport PR9 0DZ 0 33 33 44 5000 BE PART OF it! waterfrontsouthport.co.uk waterfrontsouthport.co.uk [email protected] #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com Sand, sea, sun – SO MUCH FUN! Formby Beach

With so many miles of golden sand Enjoy adrenaline fuelled adventures to stroll along and so many things to down on Ainsdale Beach, see the kite do on each of our beautiful beaches, surfers skim across the sea and horses gallop along the sand and shoreline. every second by the sea will be time Southport Beach well spent, whatever season you visit. If you want a more jam-packed and Formby Beach is perfect for exploring fun filled day, then head on down to and spotting red squirrels amongst the Southport beach, where all amenities, winding trails of the coastal Pinewoods, along with our historic , are within which lead you down to the dramatic a stone’s throw from one another. dunes and the beach beyond.

Crosby Beach showcases the famous Time to find out more: Gormley Statues, capture the perfect Take your pick of our beaches at: picture of the life size figures scattered visitsouthport.com/things-to-do/beaches along the horizon.

16 Ainsdale Beach Crosby Beach 17 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com Visit again & again WITH OUR TOP 10 Lord Street Pleasureland Marine Lake Lord Street, as the name suggests You’ll have a great choice of rides The UK’s largest man-made is Southport’s superior spot for and attractions here at Pleasureland, saltwater leisure lake is jam-packed dining, drinking, entertainment one of the UK’s best destinations full with pedalos, motor boats, We’ve pulled together our and shopping. It’s got an eclectic for family friendly fun. No matter stand up paddle boarding, 10 reasons for you to visit and mix of tearooms, high end eateries, what age, you and your kids will and high-speed power boat rides. revisit Southport, we would list bustling bars, museums & gardens. find a ride that will get your them all as number 1 if we could, heart racing. but we’re sure our picks will entertain rain or shine.

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Southport Pier Splash World Beaches & Countryside Starting at Marine Lake and Southport’s splashtastic indoor Our beautiful beaches and stretching out over the sands of all-weather water park, Dunes countryside setting make for the Southport Beach, our amazing Splash World, offers a brilliant perfect stroll, if you love the great Grade II Pier, the 2nd longest in action-packed day out for all of outdoors then explore our Britain is a must visit. The Pier the family! With new rides and countryside. If you love sand in is undergoing an exciting a toasty 84 degrees Fahrenheit between your toes and a paddle transformation too, so make sure - whatever the weather outside. then head on down to one of you see the changes for yourself. our beaches.

A round of golf at one of our world-class links courses. Ocean Plaza The Atkinson Crosby It goes without saying our links Our premium leisure destination, Known as a cultural pick n mix, Crosby Lakeside is the perfect place courses are the best in the world, Ocean Plaza has restaurants, shops, The Atkinson is Southport’s for enjoying activities both on and pit your wits putting and sharpen bowling, laser zone and a cinema, beautiful new home for music, off the water. Crosby beach is also up your swing on one of our famous how could you possibly do all this theatre, art, poetry, literature and the home to Antony Gormley’s fairways and you’ll be the envy of in a day? history, right at the centre of “Another Place” - 100 spectacular 1all your golf club friends! Lord Street. life size figures scattered along the shoreline. 18 19 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com

Top Cycle Trails:

Trans Pennine Trail Approx 14.5 miles Starting at the Sea Mark sculpture in Southport. (The full TPT is 207 mile long from coast to coast)

The Sefton Circular 24 miles Explore the wonderful Sefton Coast in addition to the Cheshire Lines path which links to Ainsdale.

The Sefton Coastal Path 21 miles Starting at Waterloo station this route takes you from Crosby to Southport along the beautiful Sefton coastline.

Top Tips:

You can hire bikes from the Eco Visitor Centre, Southport Train Station & Crosby Cycle Hire Centre plus there’s an automated docking station situated in Ocean Plaza.

Embrace the outdoors and breathe villages including Churchtown, Birkdale, in the fresh sea air, get on your bike Formby and , great places to or lace up your walking boots and stop for a bite to eat. explore our coast and countryside. Many of our walks, like those around You can choose from one of our 13 themed Botanic Gardens and Hesketh Park, cycle trails, suitable for all cycling abilities, are great for young families, with café alternatively stretch the legs on one of our and toilet facilities. So all good for the Discover even more walking routes, with so much to see along smaller members of your family. adventures at: the way. Many routes take you through visitsouthport.com/things-to-do 20 21 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com One of 17 Red Squirrel strongholds in North England.

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Search amongst the wetlands, pinewoods, sand dunes and countryside and you’ll be sure of a few big and small surprises! These varied habitats and landscapes are home to many iconic animals and amphibians, including the rare Red Squirrel which you’ll find scampering up the Pine trees of Formby. You’ll probably hear the 1. Formby National Trust Natterjack Toad before you see it, this elusive 3 amphibian is one of the UK’s rarest and has • Red Squirrels a rasping croak. Keep your eyes to the sky and over the wetland reserves to spot over 2. Ainsdale and Birkdale 300 species of bird, or if you want to get even Sandhills Nature Reserve • Sand Lizards closer to nature visit one of our children’s • Great Crested Newts farms and petting zoos where you can meet 5 • Natterjack Toads and greet all the farmyard favourites. 4 3. Marshside RSPB Reserve 2 4. Martin Mere 5. Mere Sands Woods • Pink-Footed Geese • Redshank Discover even more • Wigeon • Hen Harrier adventures at: • Blacktailed Godwits • Merlin visitsouthport.com/things-to-do • Golden Plovers • Peregrines • Lapwings • Owls 22 1 23 #SouthportTime

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@thetravellocker “Lord Street is a real treasure, @g t s lsw rd s lsw rdotp r a long boulevard of Victorian Experience canopied shops and landscaped something gardens and water features. different I simply loved Southport and Due Spah W rd I am already looking forward every time! to my next visit to this glorious Th Es lnd, Sotp r seaside town.” PR8 RX Te. 0 7 4 3 10 24 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com Award winning Lawnmower Museum Enter the world’s only Lawnmower Museum sculpture & and you’ll discover a glowing tribute to the garden machine industry, with a collection of over 200 lawnmowers, some even dating back to the 18th Century. world-class See lawnmowers of the rich & famous from Prince Charles and Princess Diana’s to Brian May’s, Paul O’Grady’s plus many more. culture The exhibits include the most expensive, the fastest, the first ever electric mower and the first robot mower, all housed together in this unique museum.

Pier & Penny Arcade Not only does Southport have 22 miles of coast but it also boasts the Grade II listed Southport Pier, the oldest iron pier in the country, standing for over 150 years. A walk to the end of Southport Pier will give you views across the North West and on a clear day you can see neighbouring Blackpool and even the North Wales coast. The Pier Pavilion houses a cafeteria and traditional ‘penny arcade’, where you can test your skills on over 100 slot machines which all use vintage old pennys; what better way to evoke those seaside memories.

Switch on to Southport’s cultural side and delve into art that’s both contemporary and historic. London Square & War Memorial We know we’re famous for our Pier, Stand in awe of the magnificent square but Southport has a lot more unique things at the centre of Lord Street, which features for you to enjoy, we have our internationally Southport’s imposing and beautiful known Lawnmower Museum, which marks War Memorial. Built in 1923 and designed the culmination of a dream by Ex-racing by George Herbert Tyson Smith, it’s a champion Brian Radam. fitting tribute to those who gave their lives in the First World War. From day to night The Atkinson the memorial forms a highly striking and Centrally located is The Atkinson, a cultural powerful landmark, where you can relax ‘pick n mix’ of exhibits and displays based in and remember fallen heroes from years a 19th Century and multi art form venue, gone by. step inside and be transported back in time with the current Ancient Egypt exhibition. 26 27 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com Welcome to the Adelphi Guest House Telephone 01704 544947 A family run 4 Star Guest House • Free Parking with a passion to please off ering • Free WiFi a variety of tastefully decorated • Hairdryers rooms. Situated minutes from the Promenade, Lord Street and • Luxury hospitality trays Conference Centre. • Home cooked, traditional evening meals Southport’s Adelphi Guest House with warm welcoming charm and informality ensures your stay is the relaxing and comfortable experience you deserve. B&B from £35 per person The Adelphi is an ideal choice (Book direct for best off ers) for either the leisure or business Half board daily/weekly on traveller. application. Reduced prices for Find out more at: children and senior citizens. visitsouthport.com/things-to-do 39 Bold Street, Southport PR9 0ED @Adelphi_ www.adelphisouthport.co.uk AdelphiSouthport Southport is renowned for the Email [email protected] AdelphiSouthport quality of its links golf courses, including Royal Birkdale, host of Adelphi 2.indd 1 18/10/2018 11:53 The Open ten times. You can chip your way along our world- class golf coast with no less than six championship courses. Make a splash and enjoy all the best water sports - paddleboard, sail or kite surf on the surrounding shores and adventure lakes, Lynwood or take a leisurely horse-ride along the beach. 11a Leicester Street, Southport PR9House 0ER • Tel 01704 540794 If clocking up the kilometres is your thing, why not try one of Southport’s sporting events, Email [email protected] • www.lynwoodhotel.com like the Triathlon, Half Marathon or one of several 10k’s. And of course Southport has its The 4 star award winning Lynwood House makes a perfect setting for a own football club – so if you’re in town during relaxed holiday or well deserved break. the season, why not pop along and support Conference and Golf facilities are both in easy reach... and we are just a ‘The Sandgrounders’. short stroll from Lord Street. Our comfortably furnished lounge enjoys a sunny aspect and offers a pleasant retreat for guests. The Lynwood has a justly deserved reputation for the Join one of our many runs: high quality of food offered in our elegant dining room. Breakfast comprises 3rd February 30th June a selection of juices, cereals, fruit and yoghurt followed by traditional Southport Mad Dog 10k Southport Half cooked dishes. Marathon & 10k After a busy day you can retire to our well stocked lounge bar for an aperitif 19th May before dining or just a well deserved tipple. Southport Triathlon 22nd September At the 4 Star award winning Lynwood House each of our 10 stylish en-suite Natterjack 10k bedrooms is individually decorated to a high standard. 9th June Cancer Research All our rooms have LCD TVs with Freeview, free wifi , Egyptian cotton bedding, bath sheets, comprehensive hospitality tray. Race For Life 5k & 10k

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You don’t have to travel far to find Savour the mouth-watering sensations with both independent and well-known eateries dotted on every corner. F L AVO U R S From Michelin star experiences, traditional pub lunches or a light bite you really are spoilt for choice.

Visit our annual Food & Drink Festival to taste foods that originate from local farms to far flung corners of the globe, then cleanse your palate with an artisanal beverage of your choice. Stay for the full day, sampling a range of cuisines, whilst relaxing on the lawns of leafy-green Victoria Park. It’s the perfect setting for you and your other half, a group of friends or great for a foodie family day out. So, loosen up your belt and prepare to taste No matter where your way around Southport’s great food offer! you choose, you’ll find Southport is just your cup of tea!

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Nights out TO TALK ABOUT Nights out have never been so vibrant in Southport, we’ve such an exciting selection for you to choose from. We have village cafés that whip up a beyond delightful Salted Caramel Espressos, late hour bars serving Gin cocktails and other exciting elixirs, concert halls to catch the latest live acts, craft ale tap houses and nightclubs where you can dance the night away.

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3floorad_A.indd 1 19/10/2018 16:17 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com Spacious Woodlands Southport and the Sefton Coast has over 30 parks, parks, & Landmarks 61 play areas and 183 open spaces.

Churchtown Botanic Gardens Our ‘Jewel in the Crown’, these Victorian Botanic Gardens opened in 1874, have magnificent gardens, aviary, fernery and a large lake.

King’s Gardens This 17 acre park is the perfect place for families, with regular outdoor events such as cinema shows and a brilliantly large play area, it’s one you don’t want to miss.

Hesketh Park As one of our largest parks, it’s a great place to lose track of time. There are numerous Victorian architecture, floral woodlands nature trails, varied wildlife, a large lake and magnificent landmarks are a big hit here, and a children’s play area. discover numerous trails that take you to these beautiful spaces. Formby Pinewoods Wander around parks with lakes & water fountains A tranquil place to visit offering miles of walks through glorious woodland, you may catch and stretch out on the open lawns, just perfect for play a glimpse of the increasingly rare Red Squirrel or relaxation. Whatever you’re looking for we’ve got it, as well. tranquil surroundings, buildings that hold more than just history and intriguing period places, it’s time for Lord Street you to discover the special parts of Southport. One of Southport’s most celebrated sights is Lord Street and the gardens are the ideal place No wonder Southport is referred to as the floral capital to unwind whilst still in the hub of the town. of the North-West and it isn’t surprising when you see the beautiful landscape within and surrounding the Victoria Park town. Parks are not just green spaces, they are places A few minutes walk from Lord Street this park to make memories. has acres of lawns for ball games and hosts some of our major events. 34 35 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com Explore what’s Closer to Southport you’ll find the villages of Ainsdale, Birkdale and Formby which are all full of independent shops, cafés and tearooms, upscale restaurants JUST NEXT DOOR and lively bars. Historic Churchtown is a hidden gem that’s well worth a visit, the village dates back to the Domesday Book and is a great place to stop off for a bite to Formby: The town centre is home to a number of high street names eat and a drink in one of the charming as well as some independently-run shops, bars and pubs. cafés or pubs, you can then walk off your lunch strolling around the beautiful Botanic Gardens. Scratch the surface in Southport and you’ll uncover unlimited places of interest!

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Liverpool: A city with unique attractions, exciting events and world-class sport offerings. Martin Mere: Where wilderness and family-friendliness combine.

See what lies beyond the spectacular Southport coast, spread your wings and head out to discover the cities, towns and villages that are only a short hop away. Southport is the perfect base to explore the North-West coast. The vibrant city of lies just to the south and boasts the largest collection of museums and galleries anywhere outside of the Capital. To the north and east you can explore quintessential English villages and market towns like Burscough, Tarleton and Birkdale Ormskirk, thriving places set in picturesque Birkdale village is home to countryside, surrounded by stately homes, several restaurants and bars as gardens and farmland. well as a number of independent retailers, including a bridal shop, fusion art photographer and the Birkdale Cheese Centre.

Churchtown: Churchtown is a tranquil, historic village on the northern fringe of Southport. 36 37 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com

Each season you’ll find something different water park, amusement centres, adventure farms to do here in Southport, whether you’re and shopping arcades. visiting with the family, partner or your pals. Throughout the year we boast a calendar full of When the sun shines, spend your days on exciting events, which you’ll find on page 8. the 22 miles of coastline, or explore our parks and woodlands on one of the many walking Southport really is an all year round destination and cycling trails. with a difference, our online itineraries also help inspire and inform you on what each season has We’ve plenty of all weather attractions too, so you to offer. can keep everyone happy if the weather takes a turn for the worse with our award winning museums,

Spring Spring is here and nature is bursting into new life. The longer days give you hours and hours of waves lapping the shores and there are plenty of playtime during your Easter holiday in Southport. family activities to get stuck into too, from short Smell the fragrance of the new spring flowers in walks that are ideal for all the family to top blossoming gardens, catch a glimpse of the soft attractions that kids will love. 4 Summer What makes a summer holiday in seasons Southport so special? The lush green landscapes contrast with stretches Then there are all the wonderful things to do more of golden sandy beach and a fresh sea breeze. during summer from exploring the miles of With long summer days in the height of summer, sand dunes, cycling off the beaten track or Southport landscapes are vibrant and breath- taking a path less travelled to one of our beaches, reasons taking – bustling with life and perfect for outdoor where golden sands and the sea await you… adventures or simply soaking up the views. happy summer everyone!

Autumn Autumn in Southport is the dream for many people and no wonder. From the end of September into November the Whether you’re looking to recharge your batteries autumn landscapes are spectacular and colourful, before the colder months set in, or are wondering with bright blue skies, fiery hues of orange and where to go in October for a half term break, burnt umber filling the trees and air that smells Southport is the perfect choice. autumnal and earthy.

Winter Southport in winter is simply magical and don’t just take our word for it - smell the air, it’s crisp and fresh. In the town centre the Christmas lights sparkle like With brilliantly lit fires roaring away in traditional diamonds and festively dressed shop windows draw pubs and the bright lights of cosy bars, there are so happy shoppers in. many places to stop and recharge your batteries. 38 39 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com Plan your VISIT

By Car By Sea By Bus or Coach Distance to Southport: From the south, take the M6 to exit 26, Daily sailings from Belfast, Dublin and the For local bus information, please visit the M58 will take you to Ormskirk and then Isle of Man to Liverpool are available, as are merseytravel.gov.uk or call Traveline on Birmingham 106 miles take the A570 to Southport. From the north, sailings from Dun Laoghaire to Holyhead. 0871 200 22 33. Blackpool 36 miles follow the A59 from Preston (exit 31 from the For coaches, National Express serves M6) and then follow the signs to Southport. By Train Cardiff 208 miles Southport from all major UK towns For parking there are on-road pay and display Merseyrail operates fast and frequent services and cities. Edinburgh 203 miles spaces around Southport as well as a number between Hunts Cross, Liverpool South Parkway Glasgow 201 miles of off-road car parks. (for Liverpool John Lennon Airport), Liverpool By Air Leeds 77 miles There is a ‘park and ride’ car park and bus City Centre and Southport, for timetable information please visit: merseyrail.org. Liverpool John Lennon Airport serves over service, situated at the Eco Visitor Centre 60 destinations with the major operators. Liverpool 20 miles on The Esplanade by Dunes Splash World Northern Rail operates regular services to Liverpool John Lennon Airport is fully London 220 miles plus a seasonal service operates at Fairways Southport from Manchester Airport, Manchester integrated into the North West’s public Manchester 43 miles (more park and ride details are in the (Piccadilly, Oxford Road and Victoria stations), transport system and located just ten minutes ‘Useful Contacts’ section of this guide or Bolton and Wigan. Connecting services to/from from the major motorway network making it Newcastle 150 miles check at visitsouthport.com). Beach parking the North East and Yorkshire are available at easily accessible. For a full list of destinations is also available subject to tide times. Manchester Piccadilly, and from the North, served by Liverpool John Lennon Airport Scotland and the South at Wigan. log on to liverpoolairport.com. Manchester Discover even more For further information on Northern Rail visit: Airport is also about an hour away, adventures at: northernrail.org. For all rail enquiries call visit manchesterairport.co.uk for visitsouthport.com/things-to-do National Rail enquiries on 03457 48 49 50. more information.

40 41 THE FLOWER SHOW THAT CONTINUES TO BLOOM…

The first Southport Flower Show was held in Victoria Park in 1924. It was organised and funded by the local Council and, with the exception of five years during World War 2, was held annually until 1986.

After the 1986 show, made the decision to withdraw funding and threw the future of the event into doubt. But Southport people have always shown an extraordinary passion for and love of gardens and horticulture and were not prepared to lose their famous show. In true British spirit, a committee of local horticulturalists and business men was formed and together they secured the future of the much loved Southport Flower Show. Southport Golf Links Over the years, the show has changed and developed but many of the features which made it so popular from the beginning have remained the same. The profile of the show has grown with celebrity guests, - The Club for Everyone - the introduction of a food and drink festival, entertainment, ladies day, school garden design and photography competitions and much more.

SOUTHPORT GOLF LINKS IS ONE OF THE OLDEST Thirty years on, the Southport Flower Show is the UK’s largest MUNICIPAL COURSES IN THE COUNTRY independent flower show and the future is looking bright. The 18 hole play and pay course offers something for the beginner and experienced golfer alike. Originally designed as a 9 hole course it was later expanded by well known architect HS Colt to make it into the 18 hole course today.

With equipment available for hire (including buggies and clubs) the tourist and local residents can enjoy a game on this stunning course 10% from as little as £8. OFF* Many current professional golfers have enjoyed playing on this course including Tommy Fleetwood and Lee Slattery who developed as Juniors playing a round at ‘The Muni’.

The course is on Park Road West, PR9 0JS and can be contacted on 01704 535286 Celebrating 90 years of Southport Flower Show, SOUTHPORT GOLF IS THE HOME OF: you’re cordially invited to the biggest garden party of the year. Park Golf Club • Alt Golf Club • Southport Golf Club • Southport Ladies Golf Club www.southportflowershow.co.uk

*Please use discount code VS. Available until the 30th June 2019. Enquire at the show office, telephone 01704 547147 or buy online. Reg. Charity No: 1000698

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You’ll love staying beside the seaside Leave the bustle of the busy city behind, stay on the coast and soak up the fresh, healthy sea air. Whether you’re looking for a large hotel, a cosy B&B or self-catering, be assured that you’ll be well looked after in Southport.

Time to find out more: Discover more peaceful retreats at: visitsouthport.com/accommodation Rest wherever SUITS YOU BEST Do you prefer to stay in the heart of a bustling town, with top attractions, sleek bars and top quality restaurants just a stone’s throw away? Or just a few minutes from the town centre you can wake up with stunning lakeside and coastal views? Finding great accommodation with all the amenities you’re after is important and can make all the difference when it comes to having a memorable trip. Whether you’re visiting Southport for an overnight stay, short break or a longer holiday, we’re confident you’ll find a wide choice of accommodation and the perfect place to lay your head. Don’t forget to check out all the great accommodation on our website and book the perfect break today.

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Dolphin Restaurant Jackson’s Traditional and The Ship’s Wheel Scarisbrick Avenue · Southport Fish & Chips Tel: 01704 538251 [email protected] The Handley family have been serving fi sh and chips in EAT IN OR TAKE AWAY Southport for over 60 years. They have won numerous awards and only use Only Fresh the best quality produce Fish Used including fresh fi sh. PARTIES CATERED FOR UP TO 145

OPEN DAILY EAT IN OR TAKE AWAY FROM 11.30am WHEELCHAIR ACCESS DISABLED TOILETS 23 Nevill St, Southport • 01704 535952 Awarded 5 (Scores On The Doors)

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Fully Air We use only the best quality fi sh & potatoes and whenever ConditionedWe use onlypossible the best we use quality local sustainable fish & producepotatoes and whenever possible weOPEN use 7 DAYS local A WEEK sustainable produce Opening Hours: Monday - Friday 11.30 am - 2.00pm & 4.00pm - 8.00pm SaturdayOPEN 11.30am 7- 8.00pm DAYS Sunday A 12.00 WEEK noon - 7.30pm WE WECATER CATER FOR FOR LARGE LARGE PARTIES, PARTIES, CALL CALL FOR FOR MORE MORE INFO INFO 52 - 54 STANLEY STREET, SOUTHPORT, PR9 0BS TEL: 01704 530 720 215-219 LORD STREET, SOUTHPORT PR8 1FP www.theswanrestaurant.co.uk Tel: 01704 809091 (near Scarisbrick Hotel) Email: [email protected]

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Special diets by arrangement Tea making facilities in bedroom Serviced Accommodation Self Catering Accommodation Members of the local Southport Hotels Non-smoking establishment Association have also been shown as appropriate. Designated smoking rooms Acco. SHA No. Pg All accommodation within this guide, as a minimum, Name Address & Telephone available Type Memb Beds No. has either been inspected by the Southport Hotels Conference facilities for 25 or more Adelphi Guest House 39 Bold Street, Southport, PR9 0ED, 01704 544947 GA Yes 7 29 Association / is a Southport Hotels Association Coach parties accepted member / graded by Visit Britain or the AA. Bowden Lodge 18 Albert Road, Southport, PR9 0LE, 01704 543531 GA No 10 54 Open for Christmas All ratings were correct at the time of going to with special programme Bliss Hotel The Promenade, Southport, PR9 0DZ, 01704 516220 H Yes 133 15 press in November 2018 but are subject to change. Children welcome Dukes Folly 11 Duke Street, Southport, PR9 0NR, 01704 533355 H Yes 20 55 The Southport Hotels Association is your guarantee of Cot(s) available comfort, satisfaction and safety - and only Association Baby listening facilities Edendale House 83 Avondale Road North, Southport, PR9 0NE, 01704 530718 GA Yes 8 55 Members can display the symbol. Members are here TV in bedrooms/accommodation Lynwood House 11a Leicester Street, Southport, PR9 0ER, 01704 540794 H Yes 10 29 to make your holiday a real success. They work to Licensed Le Maitre Hotel 69 Bath Street, Southport, PR9 0DN, 01704 530394 GA Yes 12 53 ensure a good standard of accommodation and food 24 hour reception (night porter) for the tariffs charged. Prince of Wales Hotel Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1JS, 01704 536688 H No 154 52 Internet Access Wi-Fi Scarisbrick Hotel Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1NZ, 01704 533335 H No 126 52 All terms and tariffs quoted by advertisers are as accurate as possible at the time of going to press. Laundry service The Captain’s Quarters 21 Bath Street, Southport, PR9 0DP, 01704 628755 GA Yes 8 53 All terms and tariffs quoted include VAT at its current Ironing facilities The Seaview 28 Bath Street, Southport, PR9 0DA, 01704 530874 GA Yes 6 54 rate and are subject to change if the rate of VAT is Gym / spa The Warwick 39 Bath Street, Southport, PR9 0DP, 01704 530707 GA Yes 10 53 altered. Prospective visitors are therefore advised to Games room check current tariffs with holiday establishments Indoor swimming pool before finalising a booking so that misunderstandings Dogs allowed by arrangement Barford House Apartments 32 Avondale Road, Southport, PR9 0ND, 01704 548119 SC Yes 5 57 about tariffs and terms are avoided. It is regretted that Garage and/or parking on premises Cross Farm Cottages Mairscough Lane, Downholland, L39 7HT, 0151 526 1576 SC Yes 3 57 Sefton Council as publishers of this guide cannot Special packages on request enter into any disputes concerning tariffs and hotels Promenade Apartments 71 The Promenade, Southport, PR9 0JJ, 01704 541719 SC No 10 56 accounts which are private matters between the Self Catering Accommodation Sandcroft Holiday Flats 13 Albany Road, Southport, PR9 0JF, 01704 537497 SC No 5 55 accommodation provider and their guests. Gas/electric coin meter Electric cooking Every care has been taken in compiling the advertising Gas cooking GA = Guest Accommodation H = Hotel SC = Self Catering and editorial sections of this guide but no liability can be accepted by Sefton Council for any claim or Refrigerator To book accommodation go to visitsouthport.com for any error whatsoever which may appear in any Freezer Whilst every care has been taken in the compilation of the accommodation lists, advertisements. The businesses and organisations Laundry Service the Metropolitan Borough of Sefton does not hold responsibility for any statement listed in this guide are not intended as an exhaustive Guests must provide own linen list and are intended to be indicative only. Inclusion of contained in the list and inclusion of the various addresses does not imply Disabled Facilities an establishment does not imply recommendation. recommendations. Prospective visitors should contact the establishments for Wheelchair friendly entrance full details and tariffs. The information contained in this guide is correct Wheelchair accessible lift at the time of going to print. Ground floor bedrooms Wheelchair friendly bathroom Lift

50 51 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com Scarisbrick Hotel Le Maitre The Captain’s Quarters Lord Street, Southport PR8 1NZ 69 Bath Street, Southport PR9 0DN 21 Bath Street, Southport PR9 0DP Tel 01704 530394 Tel 01704 628755 Tel 01704 543000 Fax 01704 533335 Website www.hotel-lemaitre.co.uk Mob 07710 590167 Website www.britanniahotels.com Email [email protected] Website www.captainsquartersguesthouse.com

Centrally located on elegant Lord Street our classic hotel a ords Le Maitre offers a genuine home from 126 well appointed bedrooms, all en suite with  at screen satellite home atmosphere situated in the TVs, wi- , hair dryer and tea/co ee making facilities; luxury rooms peaceful northern quarter end of Bath have four poster beds with jacuzzi bathrooms. The hotel has a gym Street near Lord Street, Southport and limited car parking. The hotel o ers banqueting facilities for all Theatre and Convention Centre and those special occasions. the Promenade. Weddings from only £999 on selected dates. SPECIAL GROUP OFFERS WHEN BOOKING DIRECT. There is no need to go looking for CALL 01704 331901 breakfast as the room rate includes a quality cooked breakfast. Fresh Ideal town centre location situated between the Promenade and Lord Street. All bedrooms are recently refurbished and en-suite. There home cooked evening meals and is a kitchen for guests’ use, free Wifi and limited free parking. packed lunches are also available if pre-booked. CLOSE TO: • Bars, Cafés & Restaurants • All 9 rooms en-suite • Train Station • Small ramp to entrance • Victoria Gardens & Marine Lake • 1 ground floor room • Golf Courses inc Royal Birkdale • Visitors Lounge • Southport Theatre & • 4 car parking spaces Convention Centre • Casino, Cinema & Bowling Alley • TV, hairdryer, hospitality tray • Seaside & Pier • Free Wifi • Southport Funfair & Splashworld • Atkinson Arts Centre

Prices are from £32 per person per night when booked direct by telephone. SPECIAL OFFERS FOR LONG TERM STAYS

Scarisbrick.indd 1 25/10/2018 12:43 Britannia Prince of Wales Hotel TheThe WarwickWarwick Lord Street, Southport PR8 1NZ Le Maitre.indd3939 1 BathBath Street, Street, Southport Southport PR9 PR9 0DP 0DP 13/09/2018Captains Quarters.indd 15:23 1 27/09/2018 17:24 Tel 01704 536688 TelTel: 01704 01704-530707 530707 Email Tel: [email protected] 0791-2879-822 Website www.britanniahotels.com TelEmail: 0791 [email protected] 2879 822 Website www.thewarwicksouthport.co.uk Website: www.thewarwicksouthport.co.uk We were members of Visit England This charming Victorian hotel has since 2006 but are accreditation now is overlooked the tree-lined boulevard determined by the guest who have stayed, of Lord Street for more than 100 as in the reviews that are put on Trip years and is ideally situated in the • Electadvisor,ronic ke oryle thess locks booking throug sitehout review pages. midst of the main shopping and • Large FREE car park entertainment areas. Each of our 154 • FREE Wi-Fi en suite bedrooms offer hair dryer, • Rooms serviced daily tea/coffee making facilities and • Tea/Coffee replaced daily remote control colour televisions. • Large patio with sunny aspect • Spacious family rooms 2+1 or 2+2 We also have a disabled ramp into the • Travel cots hotel and access to all the facilities in • CoFORnferenc BESTe Del ePRICEgates and PLEASE Golfing grouRINGps weUSlcome the hotel. Some of our bedrooms are suitable for wheelchairs with large We Sue & John have run our 4 Star Family Guest House since 2006. We like to try and meet • Electronic Keyless Locks throughout our guest’s expectations, speaking to you is important to us, so we can then advise you and bathrooms and bedrooms. We have • Large FREE Car Parl answer any questions. The Warwick is placed centrally between Lord Street and the Promenade, • FREE WiFi live entertainment most nights and where The Southport Theatre, Convention Centre & Floral Hall is located. • Rooms serviced daily wi-fi in all areas. The hotel has a large We strive to improve our facilities year on year. We have over 200 reviews on trip advisor- check car park - rates apply. them out see what our guests have to say. We are family friendly, and welcome business • Tea/Coffee replaced daily SPECIAL GROUP OFFERS WHEN people, golfers and guests of all ages. We were awarded Visit England’s Breakfast award • Large patio with sunny aspect BOOKING DIRECT. every year since it started whilst members. We are confi dent that after your stay you will feel • Spacious family rooms 2+1 or 2+2 • Travel Cots CALL 01704 531901 rested, well fed and wishing you could have stayed longer. Guests staying two nights or more have FREE use of The Victoria Health & Leisure Club on the promenade. Visit our Facebook page • Conference Delegates and Terms and conditions apply. or website for special offers. We look forward to seeing you over the coming year. Golfi ng Groups welcome

Use the booking sites to compare... and then ring us, for the best deal!

Prince of Wales.indd 1 25/10/2018 13:06 The Warwick.indd 1 28/09/2018 10:54 52 53 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com The Seaview Edendale House Sandcroft Holiday Flats 28 Bath Street, Southport PR9 0DA 83 Avondale Road North, Southport 13 Albany Road, Southport PR9 0JF Tel 01704 530718 Tel 01704 537497 Tel 01704 530874 Email [email protected] PR9 0NE Website www.edendalehouse.co.uk Website sandcroftholidayfl ats.con Website www.seaviewsouthport.co.uk Email [email protected] Proprietor Mr & Mrs RL Best

Situated at the northern end of Comfortable accommodation Southport in a wide leafy residential near the Marine Lake, Southport street, a short stroll from the Theatre & Convention Centre, elegant vivacious Lord Street with its golf courses and Lord Street. cosmopolitan shops, and many other We have two self-contained attractions Southport has to offer. studio fl ats with shower room We have ample car parking and a and two fl atlets with private lovely garden at the front of the house. bathrooms and electric showers. All very well equipped. Accommodation is offered on the first and second floors of our charming Victorian home. Bedrooms offer ensuite/private bath/shower rooms, The Seaview Guest House has a are independently quality assessed on an • All bedrooms have TV, DVD, hairdryer TV, free wi-fi internet, tea/coffee tray and a host of other thoughtful warm welcoming atmosphere and is annual basis by a Visit England Inspector and hospitality tray facilities. Family rooms available. professionally managed by the proprietors and we have received a 4 star rating • Free car parking Breakfasts are served in our delightful Mike and Alex. consistently for the past 7 years. Therefore • Central location ideal for conference dining room. Our breakfast menu is The Seaview has built up an exceptional guests can be assured of a relaxing and delegates, golfers and holidaymakers quite outstanding. reputation for quality and service and sees enjoyable stay, with excellent breakfast. • Ground fl oor room Business or pleasure we are proud an increasing number of guests returning Lord Street and all the attractions are • Excellent food and service to offer a warm friendly service in a year after year. within a short walking distance from the • Free Wifi relaxed comfortable atmosphere. The Seaview accommodation and facilities Guest House. • Open all year inc. Christmas & New Year

B&B from £37 pppn based on 2 people sharing. Bed and Breakfast from £35 pppn. Discount for Senior Citizens. Price on application. Midweek specials available For special offers www.edendalehouse.co.uk

BowdenThe Seaview.indd 1 Lodge 27/09/2018 15:23 Dukes Folly Hotel 18 Albert Road, Southport PR9 0LE Edendale House.indd11 Duke 1 Street, Southport PR9 0NR 02/10/2018Sandcroft.indd 09:58 1 02/10/2018 16:14 Tel 01704 543531 Email [email protected] Tel 01704 533355 Website www.bowdenlodge.co.uk Proprietors Andy & Jane Gibbs Email [email protected]

This beautifully maintained Victorian Villa offers award winning This 20 25% OFF 4-Star guest accommodation, ideally situated in a quiet central bedroomed location close to Lord Street, the shops and restaurants, central Boutique Hotel USE CODE attractions, Promenade, Southport Theatre & Convention Centre is perfectly located on the SV19 and golf courses. corner of Lord Street shopping The quality of service we provide has been recognised by boulevard with TripAdvisor awarding us their ‘Certifi cate of Excellence’ and the links to Liverpool, AA with their ‘Breakfast Award’. Preston and Manchester. Specialists in • Free private car park for 10 Cars affordable, quality • Reasonable rates/excellent value accommodation, • Single, double, twin & family rooms all en-suite and serviced daily ranked one of • LCD TV with Freeview, radio alarm, hairdryers and hospitality trays the best in the North West. • Breakfasts cooked fresh to order • Resident’s Lounge • Free WiFi • Sauna • Licensed • Beer Garden • Tastefully decorated & furnished throughout • Bar and • Free Wi-Fi access in all rooms Restaurant • Golfers, cyclists, walkers and birdwatchers welcome Whether on business or pleasure, it’s all about you.

B&B from £38 daily. Weekly rates and special offers on application. Price on application Best rates by phone. www.harrisonholidays.com

Bowden Lodge.indd 1 13/09/2018 11:38 54 55 Dukes Folly.indd 1 11/10/2018Harrison Holidays.indd 14:56 1 23/10/2018 13:45 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com Promenade Apartments Barford House 63, 72 & 78-79 Promenade, Southport PR9 0JJ 32 Avondale Road, Southport PR9 0ND Tel 01704 541719 Email [email protected] (Correspondence to 55 Avondale Road) Website www.promenade-apartments.co.uk Tel 01704 548119 Website www.barfordhouse.co.uk Correspondence to 71 Promenade, Southport PR9 0JJ

Barford House holiday apartments offer We are situated in a quiet residential • Five 1 and 2 bedroom apartments guests a holiday with a difference where area very close to Lord Streets famous • Off street parking you’re provided with a personal, friendly boulevard, the Southport Theatre & • Free Wifi service and assured of every comfort. Convention Centre, the Marine Lake, • Ideal base for golfers and All five apartments have undergone Hesketh Park and some very famous conference delegates refurbishment to a high standard, with golf courses. • Flexible sleeping arrangements quality furnishings, attention to detail and • NO SMOKING high standards of cleanliness throughout. • Open all year round

Price on application. Two ground fl oor apartments Correspondence to 55 Avondale Road both offering two bedrooms - one with walk in shower.

CrossBarford House.indd Farm 1 Cottages 13/09/2018 10:43 Mairscough Lane, Downholland L39 7HT Tel 0151 526 1576 Email [email protected] Website www.crossfarmholidaycottages.co.uk

Three award winning newly converted Situated on the exclusive north end of the Each apartment is well appointed and furnished farm cottages are set in lovely countryside yet within easy reach of both Southport Promenade, overlooking the Marine Lake and sea to a high standard: and Liverpool. Sleeping 2-4 people these beyond, our spacious apartments are ideally placed comfortable cottages are equipped and to provide a do-as-you-please sojourn for the fitted to a high standard. Each cottage discerning visitor. • Stunning lake/sea views has a private deck or patio, secure private • 1 - 4 bedrooms parking, are all wheelchair accessible and With easy access to the attractions of Southport share a large garden. and the surrounding area including the beach, the • Ground floor apartments available Southport Theatre complex, Lord Street with its • Fully fitted & equipped kitchens selection of shops and restaurants, Hesketh Park and • Bath with thermostatic shower other green spaces and a number of Championship Golf Courses, Promenade Apartments are the perfect • LCD TV, DVD, audio inc. iPod dock choice for either holiday or business. • Free wi fi internet access

The apartments are located in sumptuous villas, • Car park affording traditional architecture with outstanding • Open all year round comfort and a contemporary ambience.

Terms on application. Weekly rate from £250

Cross Farm Cottages.indd 1 27/09/2018 15:17 Promenade.indd 1 13/09/2018 11:56 56 57 Useful contacts #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com An A-Z directory of information, contact details, websites and Attractions - Regional Leisure Lakes Caravan Park Emergency telephone numbers to help you make the most of your stay. The Gravel, Mere Brow, & Support Services Beatles Story Tarleton, PR4 6JX Britannia Vaults, Albert Dock, Tel: 01772 813446 EMERGENCIES Liverpool, L3 4AD leisurelakes.co.uk For all emergency services (fire, Attractions - Local Tel: 0151 709 1963 Riverside Touring & Holiday ambulance, police and coastguards) beatlesstory.com call 999 The Atkinson Genting Casino Ocean Plaza Home Park Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1DB 7 Waterfront, Promenade Southport, Marine Drive, Southport, Knowsley Safari Park Southport New Road, Southport & Formby District Tel: 01704 533333 PR9 0DZ PR8 1SQ Prescot Road, Knowsley, L34 4AN Banks, PR9 8DF General Hospital theatkinson.co.uk Tel: 01704 504700 Tel: 01704 542074 Tel: 0151 430 9009 Tel: 01704 228886 Town Lane, , Southport, gentingcasinos.com oceanplazasouthport.com knowsleysafariexperience.co.uk riversideholidaypark.com PR8 6PN Boat Trips (Marine Lake) Tel: 01704 547471 The Boathouse, Marine Lake, Hesketh Park & Café Playtown Liverpool Cathedral Shaw Hall Caravan Park St James Mount, Liverpool, L1 7AZ Smithy Lane, Scarisbrick, Tel: 999 in an emergency Southport, PR9 0EA Park Crescent, Southport,PR9 9NW Marine Drive, Southport, southportandormskirk.nhs.uk Tel: 01704 539701 Tel: 01704 540070 PR8 1SQ Tel: 0151 709 6271 Ormskirk, L40 8HJ liverpoolcathedral.org.uk Please note that there is no Tel: 01704 778444 Tel: 01704 840298 Botanic Gardens Martin Mere Wildfowl & Children’s A&E in Southport, playtownsouthport.co.uk shawhall.co.uk this is based in Ormskirk. Botanic Road, Churchtown, Wetlands Trust Mersey Ferries Landing Stage, Pier Head, Southport, PR9 7NB Fish Lane, Burscough, Lancashire, Premier Bowl Willowbank Holiday Home Liverpool, L3 1DP & Touring Park L40 0TA Ocean Plaza, Marine Drive, Chemists (Dispensing) Botanic Gardens Café Tel: 0151 330 1003 Coastal Road, Ainsdale, Tel: 01704 895181 Southport, PR8 1RY Botanic Gardens, Botanic Road, wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/ merseyferries.co.uk Southport, PR8 3ST Boots the Chemist Tel: 01704 543569 Churchtown,Southport, PR9 7NB martin-mere Tel: 01704 571566 Unit 3, Central 12 Shopping Park, premier-bowl.pulse300.co.uk Tel: 01704 228535 Rufford Old Hall willowbankcp.co.uk Road, Southport, PR9 0TY Masters Putting Course 200 Liverpool Road Rufford, Silcock’s Funland Tel: 01704 536937 British Lawnmower Museum Promenade, Southport, PR8 1QY Near Ormskirk, L40 1SG Pier Forecourt, Promenade, 106 - 114 Shakespeare Street, Tel: 01704 535138 Tel: 01704 821254 Churches & Places Boots the Chemist Southport, PR8 1QX Southport, PR8 5AJ nationaltrust.org.uk/rufford-old-hall of Worship 31 - 39 Chapel Street, Southport, Mecca Bingo Tel: 01704 536733 Tel: 01704 501336 PR8 1AH Garrick Parade, Lord Street, A list of churches and places of lawnmowerworld.co.uk silcock-leisure.co.uk Tate Liverpool Tel: 01704 533907 Southport, PR8 1RN Albert Dock, Liverpool, L3 4BB worship (all denominations) is Southport Indoor Superdrug CYCLE HIRE CENTRES Tel: 01704 533939 Market Hall Tel: 0151 702 7400 available from the Southport meccabingo.com/bingo-clubs/ tate.org.uk/visit/tate-liverpool Tourist Information. 10 Eastbank Street, Southport, & MAINTENANCE King Street, Southport, PR8 1JX southport PR8 1DJ Eco Visitor Centre Tel: 01704 525001 Tel: 01704 537191 Esplanade, Southport, PR8 1RX Hall southportmarket.com Camping & Touring Conference services Botanic Road, Churchtown, Tel: 0151 934 2713 Southport Pier Pavilion Caravan Sites (in and Conference Sales Team Support Services Southport, PR9 7LZ Promenade, Southport, PR8 1QX Southport Town Hall, Southport Railway Station Tel: 01704 228326 around Southport) Citizens Advice Bureau London Street,Southport, PR8 1BE visitsouthport.com Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1DA meolshall.co.uk Abbey Farm Caravan Park Tel: 0151 934 2435 24 Wright Street, Southport, Tel: 03457 484950 Victoria Park Dark Lane, Ormskirk, L40 5TX PR9 0TL Model Boating Lake southportconferences.com Southport Flower Show, Tel: 01695 572686 Tel: 01704 385630 Crosby Lakeside Jubilee Pond, Rotten Row, Adventure Centre Victoria Park, Rotten Row, abbeyfarmcaravanpark.co.uk seftoncab.org.uk Southport, PR8 2BZ Coast & Countryside Crosby Coastal Park, Southport, PR8 2BZ southportmodelboatclub.com Brooklyn Park Events Off Road, Waterloo, Tel: 01704 547147 Ainsdale Discovery Centre Gravel Lane, Banks, PR9 8BU visitsouthport.com L22 1RR Model Railway Village victoriaparkevents.co.uk The Promenade, Ainsdale, Tel: 01704 228534 Southport, PR8 2QB Tel: 0151 966 6868 Lower Promenade, Kings Gardens, VUE Cinema brooklynholidaypark.com crosbylakeside.co.uk Tel: 0151 934 2961 Golf Courses Southport, PR8 1QX Ocean Plaza, Marine Drive, The Caravan Club Site sefton.gov.uk Formby Hall Golf Dunes Splash World Tel: 01704 538001 Southport, PR8 1SQ southportmodelrailwayvillage.co.uk The Esplanade, Southport, PR8 1RX Resort & Spa Esplanade, Southport, PR8 1RX Tel: 0345 308 4620 Eco Visitor Centre Southport Old Rd, Formby, Liverpool, Tel: 01704 565214 Esplanade, Southport, PR8 2BZ Tel: 01704 537160 Pleasureland myvue.com caravanclub.co.uk L37 0AB splashworldsouthport.com Amusement Park Tel: 0151 934 2713 Wayfarers Arcade Tel: 01704 875699 Marine Drive, Southport, Formby Point Caravan Park southportecocentre.com formbyhallgolfresort.co.uk Eco Visitor Centre 311 - 317 Lord Street, Lifeboat Road, Formby, L37 2EB Esplanade, Southport, PR8 2BZ PR8 1RX The National Trust Southport, PR8 1NT Tel: 01704 874367 Formby Golf Club Tel: 0151 934 2713 Tel: 01704 531957 Victoria Road, Formby, L37 1LJ southportpleasureland.com Tel: 01704 539077 formbypointcaravanpark.co.uk Golf Road, Formby, Liverpool, southportecocentre.com wayfarersarcade.co.uk Tel: 01704 878591 L37 1YH nationaltrust.org.uk/formby Pleasureland Miniature Hurlston Hall Caravan Park Tel: 01704 872164 Farmer Ted’s Windmill Animal Farm Hurlston Lane, Scarisbrick, Flatmans Lane, Downholland, Railway formbygolfclub.co.uk Esplanade, Southport, PR8 2BZ Red Cat Lane, Burscough, Ormskirk, L40 8HB Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 7HW Tel: 01704 531957 Lancashire, L40 1UQ Tel: 01704 841064 Tel: 0151 526 0002 southportpleasureland.com Tel: 01704 892282 hurlstonhall.co.uk farmerteds.com windmillanimalfarm.co.uk

58 59 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com Haydock Park Racecourse Crosby Leisure Centre Transport Warrington Road, Newton-le Mariners Road, Crosby, Willows, Merseyside, WA12 0HQ Liverpool, L23 6SX AIRPORTS Tel: 01942 725963 Tel: 0151 932 9080 Liverpool John Lennon haydock.thejockeyclub.co.uk leisurecentre.com Airport Liverpool, L24 1YD RUGBY Dunes Splash World Tel: 0871 521 8484 Southport Rugby Club Esplanade, Southport, PR8 1RX liverpoolairport.com Waterloo Road, Hillside, PR8 4QW Tel: 01704 537160 splashworldsouthport.com Manchester Airport Tel: 01704 569906 Manchester, M90 1QX southportrufc.com Formby Leisure Centre Tel: 08081 697030 Waterloo Rugby Club Elbow Lane, Formby, manchesterairport.co.uk St Anthony’s Road, , Merseyside, L37 4AB Liverpool, L23 8TW Tel: 01704 879366 BUS & RAIL SERVICES formbypool.co.uk Tel: 0151 924 4552 Arriva North West pitchero.com/clubs/waterloo Sports Park Tel: 0151 522 2800 Boundary Road, Litherland, arrivabus.co.uk SAILING Liverpool, L21 7LA Crosby Lakeside Adventure Merseytravel Tel: 0151 288 6288 (bus, train & ferry) Centre sefton.gov.uk Crosby Coastal Park, off Cambridge Tel: 0151 227 5181 Road, Waterloo, Liverpool, L22 1RR Meadows merseytravel.gov.uk Hall Lane, Maghull, L31 7BB Tel: 0151 966 6868 National Rail Enquiries crosbylakeside.co.uk Tel: 0151 288 6727 Tel: 03457 48 49 50 sefton.gov.uk Southport Sailing Club nationalrail.co.uk Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 1RY Netherton Activity Centre southportsailingclub.org.uk Glovers Lane, Netherton, Park and Ride Schemes Formby Ladies Golf Club Southport Old Links CRICKET Liverpool, L30 3TL Golf Club Waterside Lodge Golf Road, Formby, Southport & Birkdale Tel: 0151 525 5106 Esplanade Park and Ride Moss Lane, Churchtown, Activity Centre (Southport Eco Visitor Centre) Liverpool, L37 1YH Sports Club sefton.gov.uk Southport, PR9 7QS Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 1RY 1100 cars / 50 coaches Tel: 01704 873493 Trafalgar Road, Southport, PR8 2HF Tel: 01704 228207 Tel: 01704 510900 Opening times: formbyladiesgolfclub.co.uk Tel: 01704 569951 southportoldlinksgolfclub.co.uk watersidelodge.co.uk Theatres 7.30am - 7.00pm (Mon-Sat) sandbsportsclub.co.uk Hesketh Golf Club West Lancashire Yacht Club Southport Theatre & Cockle Dick’s Lane, West Lancashire Golf Club FOOTBALL CLUBS Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 1RY Convention Centre Fairways Park and Ride Southport, PR9 9QQ Hall Road West, Blundellsands, Promenade, Southport, PR9 0DZ (Turn left at top of Promenade, Liverpool, L23 8SZ Southport Football Club Tel: 01704 530840 Tel: 01704 536897 wlyc.org.uk AGT Ticket Centre: which leads to Fairways) 890 cars heskethgolfclub.co.uk Tel: 0151 924 1076 Haig Avenue, Southport, PR8 6JZ Tel 01704 500036 Opening times: westlancashiregolf.co.uk Tel: 01704 530182 southporttheatreandconventioncentre.com 1st April to 30th September (summer) Hillside Golf Club southportfc.net Restaurants Hasting Road, Hillside, 9.45am - 7.00pm (Sun) Health Spas Southport Restaurateurs Conference, weddings & Southport, PR8 2LU Everton Football Club Association Members private events: Sea Travel Goodison Park, Goodison Road, Tel: 01704 567169 Royal Clifton Hotel & Spa For a copy of the Association’s Tel: 0151 934 2441 Services between Liverpool Liverpool, L4 4EL hillside-golfclub.co.uk 1-9 The Promenade, Eating Out Guide, please call southporttheatreandconventioncentre.com (Birkenhead) and Belfast and Dublin Tel: 0151 556 1878 are operated by Norfolk Line, and Southport, PR8 1RB 01704 533333 or download it from Royal Birkdale Golf Club evertonfc.com The Atkinson between Liverpool and Douglas by the Waterloo Road, Birkdale, Tel: 01704 533771 visitsouthport.com Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1DB Isle of Man Steam Packet Company. Southport,PR8 2LX royalclifton.co.uk Liverpool Football Club Tel: 01704 533333 Anfield Road, Anfield, Tel: 01704 552020 V Spa Sports & Leisure Centres theatkinson.co.uk Mersey Ferries royalbirkdale.com Liverpool, L4 0TH Tel: 0151 330 1000 Vincent Hotel, 98 Lord Street, Leisure Centre The Little Theatre Southport, PR8 1JR Tel: 0151 264 2500 merseyferries.co.uk Southport & Ainsdale liverpoolfc.com North Park, Washington Parade, 20 Hoghton Street, Golf Club Tel: 01704 883800 Bootle, Liverpool, L20 5JJ Southport, PR9 0PA Taxis Bradshaws Lane, Ainsdale, thevincenthotel.com RACECOURSES Tel: 0151 330 3301 Tel: 01704 530521 Southport, PR8 3LG littletheatresouthport.co.uk Racecourse sefton.gov.uk Yellow Top Taxis Tel: 01704 578000 Racing & Sport 107 Sussex Road, Southport, Ormskirk Road, Aintree, Crosby Lakeside sandagolfclub.co.uk PR8 6AF BOWLS Liverpool, L9 5AS Adventure Centre Visitor Information Tel: 01704 531000 Southport Golf Tours Southport Flat Green Tel: 0151 523 2600 Crosby Coastal Park, off Cambridge The Atkinson, Lord Street, Tel: 01704 551001 Bowling Club aintree.thejockeyclub.co.uk Road,Waterloo, Liverpool, L22 1RR Southport, PR8 1DB southportgolftours.com Tel: 0151 966 6868 Useful Websites Kings Gardens, Southport, PR8 1QX Chester Racecourse Tel: 01704 533333 Tel: 01704 501388 crosbylakeside.co.uk Southport Golf Links The Racecourse, Watergate Square, visitsouthport.com visitsouthport.com southportbowlingclub.com Park Road West, Southport, PR9 0JS Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2LY southporthotelsassociation.com Tel: 01704 535286 Tel: 01244 304600 visitliverpool.com sefton.gov.uk chester-races.com englandsgolfcoast.com 60 61 #SouthportTime visitsouthport.com

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