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Dunes Splash World The Esplanade, Southport 2PR8 1RX Tel. 01704 537 160 visitsouthport.com Contents Wide open spaces From tee off to tea time From Parisienne boulevards More than enough Championship 4 to endearing red squirrels. 26 link courses and afternoon teas to put a smile on everyone’s face.

Days to remember Whatever the season, you’ll find Dine and unwind 6 there’s always something going on! Boasting a huge number of 28 independent eateries, Southport is always bursting with flavour! Shop in style Time to find that little 10 something special. Sport Sporting activities and events 30 to get your pulse racing. Making memories Make memories that will last a lifetime. 12 Picturesque playgrounds Trails, wildlife, lakes, water fountains Beaches 32 and open lawns just perfect for play. Each one of our beaches offers sun, 14 sand and something unique. Get to know the neighbours Discover a world of bustling market Top 10 reasons to visit 34 towns, beauty spots & rural hamlets. Our top picks to keep you entertained, 16 rain or shine. Time well spent in Southport Itineraries to help you make the A natural playground 36 most of your stay. Breathe in the sea air and embrace 18 nature’s playground. Easy to reach No matter how you’re travelling, The wild & the wonderful 38 Southport is easily accessible. From wetlands & pine woods to 20 unique museums & floral displays. Stay beside the seaside Stay on the coast, in town Art as far as the eye can see 40 or away from it all. They say culture is everywhere, 22 and that’s certainly true here! Accommodation listings

It’s time to take to the trails 44 24 Discover the rich culture of our coastal town. 54 Useful contacts

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Welcome to WIDE OPEN SPACES

From Parisienne boulevards to endearing Or maybe head straight off and seek adventure red squirrels, Southport has it all. whist strolling or cycling our 22 miles of coastline and witness wildlife at home in their Breathtaking beaches; undulating sand dunes; natural environment. Whichever way you go attractive woodland and tree lined boulevards. don’t forget to admire the art, artefacts and Our heady mix of open spaces, art deco, architecture around every corner. Victoriana, contemporary glamour and all the fun of the fair make Southport the perfect And there is certainly no handicap in having place to escape the ordinary. unrivalled golf, or being host to some of the most internationally acclaimed events - Why not wander our avenues and arcades, Southport is truly different each and every treating yourself to a little something special time you visit. in our unique boutiques? Stopping off to tantalise your taste buds in one of our delicious tea-rooms, independent bars or restaurants along the way.

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5 #SouthportTime Days to remember 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 spectacular to the sedate and make each visit even more memorable.

Time to find out more: Find out more about our year- round events (and plan your visit) at visitsouthport.com/whats-on

6 visitsouthport.com EVENTS Keep your eyes on the skies as they’re filled with exhilarating aerobatic displays!

Something Different: Try your hand at flying one of the worlds fastest jets in one of the flight simulators!

1st-3rd June 16th-19th August Food and Drink Festival Southport Flower Show 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 , the country. Packed with entertainment, the event celebrates the fresh handmade bee keeping demonstrations and local British produce that the region has to produce stalls, you’ll come away from the offer - including Southport’s very own day feeling inspired and in awe of what delicacies and street food from around nature has to offer. the world. Make sure to arrive on an empty stomach and sample everything in sight!

6th-8th July Southport Air Show Keep your eyes on the skies as they fill with exhilarating aerobatic displays from jets, fighters, bombers, helicopters and historic aircraft. With over 80,000 spectators from around the world over three days, this is one event you can’t miss.

28th-30th September British Musical Fireworks Championship 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’. 7 #SouthportTime

1st-4th February Jazz Festival

4th February Southport Mad Dog 10k

12th-14th April

11th-13th May 6th-8th July Southport Festival Southport Air Show

20th May 16th-19th August Southport Triathlon Southport Flower Show

1st-3rd June 8th-9th of September Food and Drink Festival 24hr Yacht Race

3rd June 23rd September Southport Race For Life Natterjack 10k

16th-17th June 28th-30th September Woodvale Rally British Musical Fireworks Championship

4th-21st October Comedy Festival

October Halloween Festival

November Christmas Lights Switch

December Christmas Market

1st July British Armed Forces Day

1st July Southport Half Marathon

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16th-19th August Southport Flower Show

8th-9th of September 24hr Yacht Race

23rd September Natterjack 10k

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Time to find that little SOMETHING SPECIAL Wrought iron canopies, bunting lined streets and attractive arcades; there’s something special about shopping in Southport. Meander in and out of our avenues and alleyways and you’ll find unique traditional stores, artisan market stalls, independent boutiques and household favourites nestled around every corner - this is a shopping experience like no other, right here, right beside the seaside.

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We've plenty of heavenly shopping hubs and hidden gems to satisfy the most serious shopaholics and fanatical fashionistas, just browse below:

Royal Arcade Lord Street Wayfarers Arcade For all your vintage paraphernalia Said to have been the inspiration Explore the iconic Grade II there’s Royal Arcade, 3 floors behind Napoleon III’s boulevards listed ‘Wayfarers Arcade’. brimming with second hand of Paris, Lord Street is one of This beautiful glass domed curios, artsy antiquities, records, our most celebrated sights. building has attracted visitors posters and comics, it’s a must since 1898, offering over 30 for any avid collector. individual shops and cafés.

Ocean Plaza Central 12 Chapel Street Close to the beach is Ocean Five minutes from town is If it’s high street brands Plaza, a real seaside shopping Central 12, the perfect you’re after, head to Chapel experience where you can shopping destination for your Street, with plentiful pickings shop, dine and play. fix of retail favourites. to suit all price ranges.

Wesley Street Market Quarter Find an alternative retail vibe painted in pastel colours At the heart of the town is the on Wesley Street, this positively and it plays host to a series Market Quarter, which brings Portobelloesque street has a of quirky events throughout together local artisans and string of unique shops all the year. established family businesses for the best locally sourced produce and products.

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picnic spot amongst the dunes, frisby and Life’s better fly kites for miles, let the dogs loose and enjoy the action packed activities on the sand or in the sea. ON OUR So what are you waiting for? It’s time to hit the beach, exploring the dramatic BEACHES and unexpected landscapes with views overlooking the . From the stretches of golden sands to the undulating dunes, each one of our beaches offers sun, sand and Time to find out more: something unique. Take your pick of our beaches at: visitsouthport.com/things-to-do/ We’ve a coastline full of character waiting beaches for you to discover, with so much sand and space you’ll have room to build the biggest sandcastles, find a perfect and secluded

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8 9 10 visitsouthport.com Top 10 reasons to visit Here are a few of our top picks to keep you entertained, rain or shine, on and around our beaches!

1. Silcock’s Funland 7. Ainsdale Beach Play the latest video and arcade games Watch the waves roll and sail across in Silcocks Funland on Southport’s the sands at Ainsdale one of the glittering promenade. UK’s premier beach’s for extreme kite activities. With zones for kite buggy 2. Southport and landboard activities, it’s a great Take a stroll along Southport’s Grade II place to experience something new. listed pier & try your luck in the penny Pick up a permit online and take arcade. to the sands!

3. Crosby Beach 8. Marine Lake Stand in awe alongside 100 cast-iron, Keep the whole family entertained life-size figures, spread out along three at Marine Lake with a whole host of kilometres of beach. Antony Gormley’s water activities on offer. Take a ‘Another Place’ is simply unmissable. leisurely sail across the water on a larger than life swan pedalo or whizz 4. Pleasureland across the water on a high speed Southport’s Pleasureland. Perfect for power boat! families, an exciting mix of roller coasters, indoor amusements, shows 9. Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre and classic seaside games await! Learn to sail, paddle, windsurf and powerboat across the 24 hectare lake 5. Splash World located within Crosby Coastal Park’s Head indoors to the tropical climate, Lakeside Activity Centre. Forming part ride the waves and whizz down the of the gateway to the Mersey Estuary, water flumes at Splash World. the centre offers a variety of water activities for young & old alike. 6. Southport Beach Feel the sand between your toes at 10. Ocean Plaza Southport Beach, build a sandcastle, Head to the premium leisure fly a kite and taste hundreds of destination Ocean Plaza - restaurants, flavours of ice creams. shops, bowling and cinema - so much to do, so little time!

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Each path, varying in difficulty and distance, Discover a will take you from to parks, along our unspoilt coast and out to the countryside. Through historic hamlets and villages like A NATURAL and Churchtown, down parts of the and Liverpool canal, past rural PLAYGROUND pastures, over sand dunes with unrivalled sea views and through woodland and several Breathe in the sea air and embrace nature reserves. nature’s playground, on foot or by bike. Follow one of the many, mainly flat, The whole of Sefton can be discovered walking and cycling routes. through a number of walking routes which include and Formby, , and Sefton Village. Or why not pick from one of 13 themed cycle routes, each one ranging from 3 to 25 miles, aptly named after the things you’ll witness on each like Asparagus and Butterfly, so getting from A to B has never been more interesting.

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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 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.

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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.

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Only in Southport and Sefton do Spot one of 300 different species of bird at wetlands meet pine woods and salt the Marshside RSPB bird watching nature marshes sit alongside the largest area reserve, watch as Red Squirrels scurry up the of wild sand dunes left in Britain. trees at Formby Point, or head inland and hand feed one of over 100 types of water- This creates the perfect home for many birds at Martin Mere Wetland Centre. wild creatures, including 40% of the UK’s rare Natterjack Toad population and over 1,000 species of flora and fauna!

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2. Ainsdale and Birkdale Sandhills Nature Reserve • Sand Lizards • Great Crested Newts 5 • Natterjack Toads

4 3. Marshside RSPB Reserve 4. Martin Mere 2 5. Mere Sands Woods • Pink-Footed Geese • Wigeon • Blacktailed Godwits • Golden Plovers • Lapwings • Redshank • Hen Harrier 1 • Merlin • Peregrines • Owls the Wonderful Here’s our top three attractions you won’t find anywhere else. 1 2 3

Lawnmower Museum Rotten Row Exhibition More than 250 exhibits Rotten Row is one of the At The Atkinson you can of machines once owned finest & longest herbaceous discover artefacts & by Prince Charles and borders in the country, memorabilia marking the Princess Diana, Brian May, its unusual name derives founding of comic Eric Morecambe and many from the Rotten Row in in Southport during the more. This unique experience Hyde Park, . Best seen 1950s, as well as a one-metre pays homage to horticulture in spring or summer, when tall fibreglass version of and agricultural wonders you’ll witness beautiful Dan Dare’s nemesis, of the world. floral displays. The Mekon.

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They say culture is everywhere and that’s The Atkinson also has a eclectic mix of events certainly true in Southport. From photos at from music to comedy to children’s shows Antony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ installation - as well as annual folk and blues festivals. - 100 life sized cast iron figures facing out And whilst Southport Little Theatre is the to sea - to strolling along the UK’s oldest home for the local amateur dramatics society (and second longest) surviving iron pier, the larger Southport Theatre has big names built in 1860. regularly bringing the house down. Or why not step inside the stunning 19th century building and multi-art form venue So day time or night time, there’s always The Atkinson, once inside the galleries and time to soak up the Culture. museum you can journey back in time to discover Ancient Egypt and the 10,000 year history of Sefton’s Coast, along with a varied seasonal programme and changing exhibitions.

Don’t miss! The exhibition at The Atkinson from March to July. The only venue in the North West where it will be on display.

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Art / Ancient Egypt / Books / Comedy / Food / Music / Theatre / Heritage / Film / Local History.

Open: Mon – Sat 10am – 4pm : TheAtkinson The Atkinson Sun 11am – 4pm (during Sefton : @AtkinsonThe Lord Street school holidays) : TheAtkinsonSouthport Southport, PR8 1DB Box Office: theatkinson.co.uk 01704 533 333 23

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Lord Street Heritage Trail It’s time to take Famously believed to be one of the first boulevards in the world, Lord Street became to the trails home to the young French Prince Louis Victorian architecture, natural coasts, Napoleon III in 1838 during his exile. On his an exiled French prince and so return to France he then ordered his architects much more. to rebuild the capital inspired by the tree-lined Lord Street. Beginning at the centre of Lord Take a walk along one of our heritage Street in London Square, the trail follows trails and discover the rich culture of our the architectural path along the streets and coastal town. arcades eventually leading to The Atkinson, which dates back to 1876-78.

Waterloo Heritage Trail Focusing on the town of Waterloo, the trail promotes awareness of the architectural and historical development of the urban environment. Over the two centuries since development first started from expansive rough pasture for cattle grazing, the area has changed considerably, inspired by the surrounding shoreline and nautical views, to the rich variety of building styles in the urban landscape that now make up Waterloo.

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London Square Before you start the Lord Street Heritage Trail, stand in awe of the magnificent square at the centre of Lord Street, which features Southport’s imposing and beautiful War Memorial. Built in 1923 and designed by George Herbert Tyson Smith, it’s a fitting tribute to those who gave their lives in the First World War. The central Obelisk is over twenty metres high and is flagged by two stunning pavilions of Roman Doric colonnades, each with it’s own garden of reflection, the perfect place to get away from it all. Enjoy a relaxing coffee while watching the world go by or romance the night away in this stunning setting.

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Championship Links Courses • Royal Birkdale • Hillside Golf Club • Formby Golf Club • Formby Ladies Golf Club • Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club • West • Hesketh Golf Club

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There is certainly no handicap in having unrivalled golf. At the heart of England’s Golf Coast, Southport boasts the highest number of championship links courses in the UK and is home to some of the best golf experiences in the world. With courses for every level of golfer; from the amateur to the more experienced, the manicured fairways and rolling dunes, pine woods and natural conservation areas are home to a birdie or two.

Time to find out more: Learn more about our incredible golf courses at: visitsouthport.com/golf

26 visitsouthport.com No matter where you choose, you’ll find Southport is just your cup of tea!

to tea timeEnjoy a flat white or a glass of fizz inside the Once you’ve completed a round, take a moment to while away an indulgent hour slick and stylish bar, then stick around until or two in Southport’s cafe culture. the evening and be entertained with live music from the best local artists. Take a sip of the finest tea and taste naughty little treats, like a wedge of heavenly Victoria Sit back and soak up the surroundings in the sponge in the Victorian themed Nostalgia Kings Gardens Tearooms, well known for Tearooms and you’ll feel like you’ve stepped its delicious homemade treats including the back in time, this is simply afternoon tea in huge jam and cream scones. Admire the the traditional sense. décor inside the vintage tearoom or enjoy your afternoon tea al fresco. For something a little more continental head to Lords Cafe Bar, one of Southport’s top coffee spots.

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It’s time to it’s always dine & unwind gin o’clock! Boasting a huge number of independent eateries and some of the best chefs in the world, Southport is always bursting with flavour! Sample the local delicacies from the sea and surrounding farmland; potted shrimps, Formby Asparagus and delicious Southport tomatoes at one of our many home-grown restaurants, where our talented chefs pride themselves on serving the freshest, locally sourced ingredients. Or why not start your global culinary journey with a taste of the finest Mediterranean, There’s a plethora of gin, American and Asian dishes on offer. whiskey, rum and themed bars, cask and craft ale breweries, traditional roaring fire all just waiting to tantalise your taste buds. Don’t miss: It’s time to reflect on the day, If you love food then make a date with the Southport Food and Drink Festival – a ‘foodies’ paradise with catch up with loved ones a little something for everyone to enjoy. and make a toast to what tomorrow brings.

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#SouthportTime A region synonymous with sport Our landscape is a natural sporting pulse racing. Skim across the water arena from the UK’s highest kitesurfing, master your horse riding concentration of championship skills along the golden sands of Sefton’s links courses; host of major golf coast or witness the UK’s No.1 dinghy championships, to the flat sands endurance race. Take part in the half of Southport Beach where the marathon, a 10K or even a triathlon – Grand National legend, Red Rum how much energy you expend is entirely trained. up to you. Whether you’re spectating or participating Whatever time of year you are visiting we’ve enough sporting activities and Southport, there’s more than enough events to get any crowd going and your sporting action to keep you entertained.

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Southport and the Sefton Coast has over 30 parks, 61 play areas and 183 open spaces

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Churchtown Botanic Gardens Originally opened in 1874, the Victorian botanic gardens feature a magnificent collection of tropical plants from around the world and a large glass conservatory fernery. With it’s winding paths and garden lake, it’s often referred to as Southport’s ‘Jewel in the Crown’ and is nationally known for its floral displays, even featuring in the BBC TV program ‘Gardeners World’. playgrounds From sea and sands to woodlands and Home to the famous Southport Flower Show, greens, stroll, cycle and play in any one of Victoria Park is not just a garden paradise, our beautiful picturesque gardens and parks. its’ network of pathways are a firm favourite Numerous trails, varied wildlife, large lakes, with cyclists and walkers. So sit down, water fountains and open lawns just perfect relax and let our fabulous parks take the for play. stresses and strains of your day away...

Located in the centre of Southport Town Centre, this 17 acre park is the perfect place to spend the afternoon. With regular outdoor cinema shows, a huge children’s play area and brilliant events year round, it’s one you can’t miss! Gardens King’s

33 #SouthportTime Get to know the neighbours Discover a world of bustling market towns, beauty spots, rural hamlets, along with the two of the coolest and most cosmopolitan cities in the UK, all right on our doorstep. The villages of Ainsdale, Birkdale, Crosby and Formby all boast their own unique charm, each one has a great mix of independent shops, stores, bars and bistros, all just a short distance from Southport. Birkdale Take a trip out to our thriving towns like Burscough and make sure you visit Burscough Wharf a vibrant art, retail and leisure hub all housed in converted canalside buildings. Travel a little further and you'll find , an historic town full of character, with a famous market dating back to 1286, which takes place every Thursday and Saturday. If you want even more olde worlde, Churchtown Village is a must, a beautiful thatched hamlet that dates back to the Domesday Book. For a day out with a difference head to The Courtyard at , a retail destination in the heart of our countryside, packed full of your favourite brands.

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If it's bright lights and big cities you want, just down the coast is Liverpool, a city which needs no introduction, oozing with great heritage, culture and good times, it's the ideal destination to visit and explore. 's another must, this energetic and constantly evolving city is one of the most exciting places to visit in the UK right now, it's a cultural hub with great shopping and entertainment. Fancy time out and a little R&R? The luxury Spa at Formby Hall offers a sumptuous oasis of peace and tranquillity; a haven away from the rigours of daily life, perfect for relaxing spa breaks or spa weekends. Farmer Ted’s You can also find fun things to do down on the farms, Windmill Animal Farm and Farmer Ted's offer activities for all ages, indoors or outdoors. The kids can run wild in the play barns and pet the farms' furry friends.

Explore more : Southport is ideally located so you can explore the region and beyond, find out more at: visitsouthport.com/things-to-do/ beyond-southport 35 #SouthportTime If you’re looking for inspiring ideas for your Time stay in Southport, we’ve put together a few suggestions with our seasonal itineraries, well spent each one offers a different experience every time you visit Southport. in Southport With so much to enjoy in Southport, it’s hard Come rain or shine and whatever to decide when and where to start. We hope the season you visit, there’s always these itineraries will help you get the best something to do here. With so much to out of your visit. There’s always something see and do, we want to make sure you maximise your time here in Southport, happening in Southport, but some events we’re open to visitors all year and so are seasonal, so we hope this guide helps are many of our attractions. you plan your visit.

Spring Summer As the summer season kicks in Say hello to brighter days and lighter so do the good times. evenings, as spring sets in, Southport starts to bloom! Life’s a beach Grab your bucket and spade, head for the Thrills & spills Experience the rides and attractions at dunes and hit the beach, build sandcastles Pleasureland, as the gates are flung open until the sun goes down. Treat yourself to again to welcome fun seeking visitors. the seaside favourites like fish and chips, Enjoy leisurely days down at Marine Lake, followed by a scoop or two of delicious on the water with the giant swans. If the ice cream. April showers start to fall head inside and If the weather takes a turn for the worse it make a splash at Splash World or count your won’t dampen your fun, just head for the strikes ten pin bowling at Ocean Plaza. Pier Penny Arcade and pit your wits on one Get active of the many penny slot machines, then hop Practice your golf swing on one of our seven on to the road train and take a ride back championship links courses, hire or bring to the end of the pier. your own bike and cycle along 22 miles Go wild of coastline, stop off and see the spectacular For sunny afternoon adventures pack up a public art that stretches all along picnic and head down to Formby National Crosby Beach. Trust, take to the forest trails and go Red Add a splash of colour Squirrel spotting. Spread your wings to one Stroll around Southport’s parks & gardens of our many other nature reserves where and along Rotten Row and you’ll be hit by you’ll see all types of wildlife. the bursts of colour. Indulge in afternoon Summer spectaculars and shows tea brimming with treats in one of our You’ll be spoilt for choice with an array many charming Tea Rooms. of amazing events in summer, feast out at Springtime festivities for all our annual Food and Drink Festival and be Spring plays host to many events including awe struck with a weekend of exhilarating The Grand National at nearby Aintree, aviation at the famous Southport Air Show as well as showcasing world-class sport, or amazing floral displays at the Southport comedy and culture. Flower Show.

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Autumn Winter As the leaves fall and the crisp air hits, ‘Tis the season to wrap up and autumn is an awesome time for days a enjoy a winter wonderland. out in Southport. Festive fun Catch the wind Make sure you don’t miss the spectacular Make the most of the blue skies and fresh Christmas Lights switch on which signals sea breeze, go fly your kite on the coast. the start of the festive season. Then get into Find time to discover something new inside the spirit by visiting Santa’s grotto or one one of our museums, experience exciting of the town’s pantomimes. exhibits and displays, there’s enough on show to captivate any imagination. Seasonal shopping Tick off the items on Santa’s wish list As twilight falls in Southport. For a magical Christmas Settle in one of our many bars and bistros, experience shop at the Markets along sip away the autumn nights and sample Chapel Street and in the arcades with culinary dishes from all corners of the globe. their independent boutiques, just make Spooky shows and dazzling displays sure you’ve enough money left for the Autumn brings the bonfires, fireworks and January Sales. Halloween screams to Southport. There’s Wintery walks and strolls plenty of autumnal activities to keep the kids After a festive feast, grab your new hat entertained through October half term too. and scarf and walk the 2nd longest Iron Pier in Britain, breathe in the fresh sea air and blow away the cobwebs. 37 #SouthportTime Easy to reach No matter how you’re travelling, Southport is easily accessible and nearer than you think.

By Car By Bus or Coach From the south, take the M6 to exit 26, For local bus information, please visit the M58 will take you to Ormskirk and then .gov.uk or call Traveline on take the A570 to Southport. From the north, 0871 200 22 33. For coaches, National follow the A59 from Preston (exit 31 from the Express serves Southport from all major M6) and then follow the signs to Southport. UK towns and cities.

For parking there are on-road pay and display By Air spaces around Southport as well as a number of off-road car parks. There is a ‘park and Liverpool John Lennon Airport serves over ride’ car park and service, situated at the 60 destinations with the major operators. Eco Visitor Centre on The Esplanade by Liverpool John Lennon Airport is fully Dunes Splash World plus a seasonal service integrated into the North West’s public operates at Fairways (more park and ride transport system and located just ten minutes details are in the ‘Useful Contacts’ section from the major motorway network making it of this guide or check at visitsouthport.com). easily accessible. For a full list of destinations Beach parking is also available subject to served by Liverpool John Lennon Airport tide times. log on to liverpoolairport.com. Manchester Airport is also about an hour away, By Train visit manchesterairport.co.uk for more information. operates fast and frequent services between Hunts Cross, Liverpool By Sea South Parkway (for Liverpool John Lennon Airport), Liverpool City Centre and Southport, Daily sailings from Belfast, Dublin and the for timetable information please visit: Isle of Man to Liverpool are available, as are merseyrail.org. sailings from Dun Laoghaire to Holyhead. Northern Rail operates regular services to Southport from Manchester Airport, Distance to Southport: Manchester (Piccadilly, Oxford Road and Birmingham 106 miles Victoria stations), and . Connecting services to/from the North East 36 miles and Yorkshire are available at Manchester Cardiff 208 miles Piccadilly, and from the North, Scotland and the South at Wigan. For further information Edinburgh 203 miles on Northern Rail visit: northernrail.org. Glasgow 201 miles For all rail enquiries call National Rail Leeds 77 miles enquiries on 03457 48 49 50. Liverpool 20 miles London 220 miles Manchester 43 miles Newcastle 150 miles 38 visitsouthport.com

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A warm welcome and great hospitality awaits, You’ll love take time to relax after a fun filled day out, drift away to the sound of the waves and enjoy staying beside a good night’s sleep. We’ve upscale hotels with glorious sea views, family friendly holiday REDISCOVER the seaside parks with all the entertainment the kids crave THE EXPERIENCE OF Whether you want to stay on (and parents of course!), boutique town house the coast, in town or away from hotels, cosy boltholes or B&Bs, it’s your choice. it all in charming countryside But rest assured you’ll have no problem finding DINING OUT accommodation, you’ll be the perfect place to lay your head. well catered for in Southport. When the morning comes, step outside and stretch your legs with a brisk stroll along our beaches, what better way to start your day!

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From French to Italian and Japanese to Thai . . .

Our Riley’s Sunday Carvery Southport has it all! is proving extremely popular and booking is Eating out is a very social part of our culture recommended as is our – a time to catch up with friends, a family e are offer the fi nest quality amazing Riley’s Buffet continental coffee served in Breakfast! celebration or a romantic meal – it is a a relaed atmosphere, with universal pleasure that we all enjoy. comfortable leather seats. Riley's is a family We now have four draught e offer a wide choice of owned restaurant. beers and a Southport proudly boasts the most food including paninis, wraps, The emphasis for us wide selection of wines homemade soups, salads is now on wholesome, and cocktails. independent eateries outside of London so and sharing platters, all freshly nutritious, locally each time you visit you can have a different prepared to order using only the sourced food. We have just introduced fi nest ingredients. Prices that won’t ‘break a Bar Menu as well as experience - every time. e also host regular evening the bank’ are upmost in a Pre-Cinema/Theatre events featuring live music. our minds. Sharing Platter. Choosing where to eat out in Southport couldn’t be easier – just look for the 659 Lord Street Southport PR9 0AW Ocean Plaza, Marine Drive Southport PR8 1SB 01704 543814 • www.lordscafebar.co.uk Tel: 01704 545955 Southport Restaurateurs Association list of quality dining experiences– why not pick up a copy of their eating out guide. Ocean Plaza DISCOVER THE REAL TASTE OF ITALY Marine Parade Southport BEST OF BRITISH A TASTE OF EUROPE PR8 1SB CONSERVATORY BAR & BISTRO AUBERGE BRASSERIE italian 01704 530099 01704 533771 • www.royalclifton.co.uk 01704 530671 • www.auberge-brasserie.com The longest established FORGE BRASSERIE BISTROT VÉRITÉ restaurant on Ocean Plaza, 01704 500522 • www.forgebrasserie.co.uk 01704 564199 • www.bistrotverite.co.uk Roberto’s is a family run THE HUNGRY MONK CHEZ MOI Volare offers authentic Italian cuisine in a relaxed and restaurant that has an Volare 01704 809355 • www.thehungrymonk.co.uk 01704 545619 • www.chezmoibrasserie.co.uk simple atmosphere. Hosts Onofrio and Cinzia have emphasis on high quality moved from Sicily and have extensive experience in MARINE BRASSERIE GUSTO TRATTORIA and affordable cuisine. catering, and in the kitchen, Jason the talented chef is 01704 516220 • www.ramadaplazasouthport.co.uk 01704 544255 • www.gustotrattoria.co.uk The inventive menu is varied, keen to ensure customers leave truly satisfi ed. NOSTALGIA TEA ROOMS LORDS CAFÉ BAR consisting of traditional BOWLING pizza, pasta and burgers VUE ALLEY 01704 501294 • www.nostalgiatearooms.co.uk 01704 543814 • www.lordscafebar.co.uk CINEMA PIZZERIA MAMMA MIA plus fish, meat and chicken ROBERTO’S AROUND THE WORLD dishes - fresh and locally 01704 540259 sourced where possible. ASIATIQUE www.mammamiasouthport.co.uk 01704 807477 • www.asiatique.co.uk KIDS EAT FREE 5-7pm Daily & All Day Sunday EL RINCON BODEGA T&Cs apply CHURRASCO 01704 530002 • www.rinconbodega.com 01704 512345 • www.churasscorestaurant.co.uk ROBERTO’S ITALIAN HO LEE CHOW 01704 530099 • www.robertositalian.co.uk 613 Lord Street (Fire Station End), Southport PR9 OAN 01704 551167 • www.holeechow.co.uk For bookings call: 01704 546232 or 07796 866936 519 LORD STREET KASTURI INDIAN CUISINE 01704 534782 • www.fiveonenine.co.uk 01704 533102 • www.kasturirestaurant.com TRATTORIA 51 LINGS ON KINGS 01704 510051 • www.trattoria51.com 01704 530169 • www.lingsonkings.co.uk VILLAGGIO CUCINA RILEY’S 01704 563538 • www.villaggiocucina.co.uk 01704 501745 • www.rileysbarandrestaurant.co.uk VOLARE TAJ MAHAL 01704 546232 • www.volaresouthport.com 01704 544991/545070 • www.tajmahalsouthport.com THE FIG BISTRO 01704 544615 • www.thefigbistro.com -V- CAFÉ & RESTAURANT 01704 883800 • www.thevincenthotel.com VINCENT PACIFIC 01704 883800 • www.thevincenthotel.com

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From French to Italian and Japanese to Thai . . .

Our Riley’s Sunday Carvery Southport has it all! is proving extremely popular and booking is Eating out is a very social part of our culture recommended as is our – a time to catch up with friends, a family e are offer the fi nest quality amazing Riley’s Buffet continental coffee served in Breakfast! celebration or a romantic meal – it is a a relaed atmosphere, with universal pleasure that we all enjoy. comfortable leather seats. Riley's is a family We now have four draught e offer a wide choice of owned restaurant. beers and a Southport proudly boasts the most food including paninis, wraps, The emphasis for us wide selection of wines homemade soups, salads is now on wholesome, and cocktails. independent eateries outside of London so and sharing platters, all freshly nutritious, locally each time you visit you can have a different prepared to order using only the sourced food. We have just introduced fi nest ingredients. Prices that won’t ‘break a Bar Menu as well as experience - every time. e also host regular evening the bank’ are upmost in a Pre-Cinema/Theatre events featuring live music. our minds. Sharing Platter. Choosing where to eat out in Southport couldn’t be easier – just look for the 659 Lord Street Southport PR9 0AW Ocean Plaza, Marine Drive Southport PR8 1SB 01704 543814 • www.lordscafebar.co.uk Tel: 01704 545955 Southport Restaurateurs Association list of quality dining experiences– why not pick up a copy of their eating out guide. Ocean Plaza DISCOVER THE REAL TASTE OF ITALY Marine Parade Southport BEST OF BRITISH A TASTE OF EUROPE PR8 1SB CONSERVATORY BAR & BISTRO AUBERGE BRASSERIE italian 01704 530099 01704 533771 • www.royalclifton.co.uk 01704 530671 • www.auberge-brasserie.com The longest established FORGE BRASSERIE BISTROT VÉRITÉ restaurant on Ocean Plaza, 01704 500522 • www.forgebrasserie.co.uk 01704 564199 • www.bistrotverite.co.uk Roberto’s is a family run THE HUNGRY MONK CHEZ MOI Volare offers authentic Italian cuisine in a relaxed and restaurant that has an Volare 01704 809355 • www.thehungrymonk.co.uk 01704 545619 • www.chezmoibrasserie.co.uk simple atmosphere. Hosts Onofrio and Cinzia have emphasis on high quality moved from Sicily and have extensive experience in MARINE BRASSERIE GUSTO TRATTORIA and affordable cuisine. catering, and in the kitchen, Jason the talented chef is 01704 516220 • www.ramadaplazasouthport.co.uk 01704 544255 • www.gustotrattoria.co.uk The inventive menu is varied, keen to ensure customers leave truly satisfi ed. NOSTALGIA TEA ROOMS LORDS CAFÉ BAR consisting of traditional BOWLING pizza, pasta and burgers VUE ALLEY 01704 501294 • www.nostalgiatearooms.co.uk 01704 543814 • www.lordscafebar.co.uk CINEMA PIZZERIA MAMMA MIA plus fish, meat and chicken ROBERTO’S AROUND THE WORLD dishes - fresh and locally 01704 540259 sourced where possible. ASIATIQUE www.mammamiasouthport.co.uk 01704 807477 • www.asiatique.co.uk KIDS EAT FREE 5-7pm Daily & All Day Sunday EL RINCON BODEGA T&Cs apply CHURRASCO 01704 530002 • www.rinconbodega.com 01704 512345 • www.churasscorestaurant.co.uk ROBERTO’S ITALIAN HO LEE CHOW 01704 530099 • www.robertositalian.co.uk 613 Lord Street (Fire Station End), Southport PR9 OAN 01704 551167 • www.holeechow.co.uk For bookings call: 01704 546232 or 07796 866936 519 LORD STREET KASTURI INDIAN CUISINE 01704 534782 • www.fiveonenine.co.uk 01704 533102 • www.kasturirestaurant.com TRATTORIA 51 LINGS ON KINGS 01704 510051 • www.trattoria51.com 01704 530169 • www.lingsonkings.co.uk VILLAGGIO CUCINA RILEY’S 01704 563538 • www.villaggiocucina.co.uk 01704 501745 • www.rileysbarandrestaurant.co.uk VOLARE TAJ MAHAL 01704 546232 • www.volaresouthport.com 01704 544991/545070 • www.tajmahalsouthport.com THE FIG BISTRO 01704 544615 • www.thefigbistro.com -V- CAFÉ & RESTAURANT 01704 883800 • www.thevincenthotel.com VINCENT PACIFIC 01704 883800 • www.thevincenthotel.com

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Serviced Accommodation Self Catering Accommodation

Acco. SHA No. Pg Name Address & Telephone Type Memb Beds No.

Adelphi Guest House 39 Bold Street, Southport, PR9 0ED, 01704 544947 GA Yes 7 49

Bowden Lodge 18 Albert Road, Southport, PR9 0LE, 01704 543531 GA No 10 48 Britannia Prince Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1JS, 01704 536688 H No 154 46 of Wales Hotel Edendale House 83 Avondale Road North, Southport, PR9 0NE, 01704 530718 GA Yes 8 49 Le Maitre Hotel 69 Bath Street, Southport, PR9 0DN, 01704 530394 GA Yes 12 49 Ramada Plaza Promenade, Southport, PR9 0DZ, 01704 516220 H Yes 133 9 Scarisbrick Hotel Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1NZ, 01704 533335 H No 126 46 The Captain’s Quarters 21 Bath Street, Southport, PR9 0DP, 01704 628755 GA Yes 8 49 The Heidi 43 Bold Street, Southport, PR9 0ED, 01704 531273 GA No 8 48 The Seaview 28 Bath Street, Southport, PR9 0DA, 01704 530874 GA Yes 6 47 The Warwick 39 Bath Street, Southport, PR9 0DP, 01704 530707 GA Yes 10 47

Barford House Apartments 32 Avondale Road, Southport, PR9 0ND, 01704 548119 SC Yes 5 51

Castle Mews 9 Castle Street, Southport, PR9 0NR, 01484 722400 SC No 2 52 Cross Farm Cottages Mairscough Lane, Downholland, L39 7HT, 0151 526 1576 SC No 3 51

Martin Lane Farm 5 Martin Lane, Burscogh, Lancs, L40 8JH, 01704 893527 SC Yes 4 52 Holiday Cottages Promenade Apartments 71 The Promenade, Southport, PR9 0JJ, 01704 541719 SC No 10 50 Sandcroft Holiday Flats 13 Albany Road, Southport, PR9 0JF, 01704 537497 SC No 5 52 Sandy Brook Farm 52 Wyke Cop Road, Scarisbrick, PR8 5LR, 01704 880337 SC Yes 5 52

GA = Guest Accommodation H = Hotel SC = Self Catering To book accommodation go to visitsouthport.com Whilst every care has been taken in the compilation of the accommodation lists, the Metropolitan Borough of Sefton does not hold responsibility for any statement contained in the list and inclusion of the various addresses does not imply recommendations. Prospective visitors should write direct to the establishments for full details and tariffs, etc, but in case of difficulty please contact: Southport Tourist Information, The Atkinson, Lord Street, Southport PR8 1DH. Telephone: 01704 533333.

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Southport Hotels Key to symbols on Association Accommodation Advertisers Book with confidence with members of Serviced Accommodation the Southport Hotels En-suite accommodation Association (incorporating Guest Houses, Caterers and Holiday Flats [Est 1888]), visit Ground floor bedrooms southporthotels.org for more information. Special diets by arrangement Tea making facilities in bedroom Members of the local Southport Hotels Non-smoking establishment Association have also been shown as appropriate. Designated smoking rooms All accommodation within this guide, as a minimum, available has either been inspected by the Southport Hotels Conference facilities for 25 or more Association / is a Southport Hotels Association Coach parties accepted member / graded by Visit Britain or the AA. Open for Christmas All ratings were correct at the time of going to with special programme press in November 2017 but are subject to change. Children welcome The Southport Hotels Association is your guarantee of Cot(s) available comfort, satisfaction and safety - and only Association Baby listening facilities Members can display the symbol. Members are here TV in bedrooms/accommodation to make your holiday a real success. They work to Licensed ensure a good standard of accommodation and food 24 hour reception (night porter) for the tariffs charged. Internet Access All terms and tariffs quoted by advertisers are as Wi-Fi accurate as possible at the time of going to press. Laundry service All terms and tariffs quoted include VAT at its current Ironing facilities rate and are subject to change if the rate of VAT is Gym / spa 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 about tariffs and terms are avoided. It is regretted Garage and/or parking on premises that as publishers of this guide cannot Special packages on request enter into any disputes concerning tariffs and hotels accounts which are private matters between the Self Catering Accommodation accommodation provider and their guests. Gas/electric coin meter Electric cooking Every care has been taken in compiling the advertising Gas cooking and editorial sections of this guide but no liability can be accepted by Sefton Council for any claim or Refrigerator for any error whatsoever which may appear in any Freezer advertisements. The businesses and organisations Laundry Service listed in this guide are not intended as an exhaustive Guests must provide own linen list and are intended to be indicative only. Inclusion Disabled Facilities of an establishment does not imply recommendation. Wheelchair friendly entrance 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 45 Prince of Wales:Scarisbrick.pdf 1 28/09/2017 12:16 #SouthportTime

Britannia Prince of Wales Hotel Lord Street, Southport PR8 1JS Tel: 01704 536688 Website: www.britanniahotels.com

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Scarisbrick Hotel Lord Street, Southport PR8 1NZ Tel: 01704 543000 Fax: 01704 533335 Website: www.britanniahotels.com Centrally located on elegant Lord Street our classic hotel affords 124 well appointed bedrooms, all en suite

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The Warwick 39 Bath Street, Southport PR9 0DP Tel: 01704-530707 Tel: 0791-2879-822 Email: [email protected] Website: www.thewarwicksouthport.co.uk We were members of Visit England since 2006 but are accreditation now is deter- mined by the guest who have stayed, as in The Warwick the reviews that are put on Trip advisor, or 39 Bath Street, Southport PR9 0DP • Electronic keyless locks throughout •the Large booking FREE ca rsite park review pages. Tel: 01704-530707 Tel: 0791-2879-822 • FREE Wi-Fi Email: [email protected] • Rooms serviced daily Website: www.thewarwicksouthport.co.uk • Tea/Coffee replaced daily • Large patio with sunny aspect • Spacious family rooms 2+1 or 2+2 • Travel cots • Conference Delegates and Golfing groups welcome For Best Price Please Ring Us We Sue & John have run our 4 Star Family Guest House since 2006 and have many • Electronic keyless locks throughout repeat guests. The Warwick is placed centrally in the town centre next to Lord St, The Southport Theatre & Convention Centre & Floral Hall. We improve our facilities • Large FREE car park year on year most rooms have large fl at screen TV’s along with high-speed broadband • FREE Wi-Fi that feed a new WI-FI network to all rooms. • Rooms serviced daily We have over 200 reviews on Trip Advisor - check them out. • Tea/Coffee replaced daily We welcome business guests and families of all ages. We were awarded • Large patio with sunny aspect Visit England’s Breakfast award every year since it started whilst members. • Spacious family rooms 2+1 or 2+2 We are confi dent that after your stay you will feel rested, well fed and wishing you • Travel cots could have stayed longer. Guests staying 2 nights or more have FREE use to a Local Health & Leisure Club. Visit our Facebook page or website for special offers. • Conference Delegates and Golfing groups welcome We may not be the cheapest, but we believe we provide good value.

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The Seaview has a warm, friendly "What a wonderful welcoming home. • Al l bedrooms have TV, DVD, hairdryer and inviting atmosphere and is Felt like it was home and wonderful and hospitality tray personally supervised by owners food.” Josie, British Columbia, Canada. • Fre e car parking Alex and Mike. " An amazing B&B. Lovely people. Mike • Central location ideal for conference and Alex made our holiday special. Mike is also a qualified chef, so you can delegates, golfers and holidaymakers Thank you.” Chris, Kath &Betty, Cornwall. • Ground floor room expect a fabulous cooked breakfast " We stay all over the UK and your guest to begin your day. • Ex cellent food and service house is lovely and quiet for a good • Free WiFi Here are a few of our guest reviews:- nights sleep.” Spitfire Display Team • Open all year inc. Christmas/New Year

B&B from £35 pppn based on 2 sharing. Mid-week specials available.

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Bowden Lodge 18 Albert Road, Southport PR9 0LE Tel: 01704 543531 Email: [email protected] Website: www.bowdenlodge.co.uk Proprietors: Andy and Jane Gibbs This beautifully maintained Victorian Villa offers award winning 4-Star guest accommodation, ideally situated in a quiet central location close to Lord Street, the shops and restaurants, central attractions, Promenade, Southport Theatre & Convention Centre and golf courses. The quality of service we provide has been recognised by TripAdvisor awarding us their ‘Certificate of Excellence’ and the AA with their ‘Breakfast Award’. • Free private car park for 10 Cars • Reasonable rates/excellent value • Single, double, twin and family rooms all en-suite and serviced daily • LCD TV with Freeview, radio alarm, hairdryers and hospitality trays • Breakfasts cooked fresh to order • Resident’s Lounge • Licensed • Tastefully decorated & furnished throughout • Free Wi-Fi access in all rooms Whether on business or pleasure,

• Golfers, cyclists, walkers and birdwatchers welcome it’s all about you.

B&B from £38 daily. Weekly rates & special offers on application. Best rates by phone.

The Heidi 43 Bold Street, Southport PR9 0ED Tel: 01704 5312 73 Website: www.theheidi.co.uk Email: [email protected] Find us on Situated in the heart of the vibrant town of • Eight tastefully decorated spacious Southport, our friendly, warm and welcoming bedrooms located over two floors Bed and Breakfast accommodation sits just a • Visitors’ lounge to rest and relax stones throw away from the bustling • Private car park at the rear – free promenade, including the Southport Theatre for all guests and Convention Centre. • Flat screen Freeview TVs, hairdryers, tea and coffee making facilities in all rooms If you are looking for comfort and relaxation, • En-suite facilities and a well cooked and hearty breakfast, then • Cots and high chairs available for children come for a break at The Heidi! (all ages welcome!)

B&B from £35pp daily.

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The Captain's Quarters

21 Bath St, Southport, , PR9 0DP. Phone: 01704 628755 Mob: 07710 590167 www.captainsquartersguesthouse.com

• Ideal town centre location • Situated between the Promenade and Lord Street • Refurbished en-suite bedrooms • Residents' kitchen for guests' use • Limited free parking • Free Wifi • Close to: - Bars, cafes & restaurants - Train station - Victoria gardens - Many local golf courses including Royal Birkdale - Conference centre - Southport theatre - Casino - Cinema - Bowling alley - Marine lake - Seaside & pier - Southport funfair - Splashworld - Atkinson centre SPECIAL OFFERS FOR LONGER TERM STAYS

Edendale House Le Maitre Untitled-3 1 83 Avondale Road North, Southport 27/11/2017 13:09 PR9 0NE Tel: 01704 530718 69 Bath Street, Southport PR9 0DN Website: www.edendalehouse.co.uk Tel: 01704 530394 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.hotel-lemaitre.co.uk Situated at the northern end of Southport in a wide leafy residential Le Maitre offers a genuine home street, a short stroll from the elegant vivacious Lord Street with its from home atmosphere situated in cosmopolitan shops, and many other the peaceful northern quarter end attractions Southport has to offer. of Bath Street near Lord Street, We have ample car parking and Southport Theatre and Convention a lovely garden at the front of the Centre and the Promenade. There house. is no need to go looking for Accommodation is offered on breakfast as the room rate includes the first and second floors of our a quality cooked breakfast. Fresh charming Victorian home. Bedrooms home cooked evening meals and offer ensuite/private bath/shower rooms, TV, free wi-fi internet, tea/ packed lunches are also available if coffee tray and a host of other pre-booked. thoughtful facilities. Family rooms available. • All 9 rooms en-suite Breakfasts are served in our delightful • Small ramp to entrance dining room. Our breakfast men u • 1 ground floor room is quite outstanding. • Visitors Lounge Business or pleasure we are proud • 4 car parking spaces to offer a warm friendly service in a • T.V, hairdryer, hospitality tray relaxed comfortable atmosphere. • Free Wifi Bed & Breakfast from £35 pppn. Discount for Senior Citizens. For special offers www.edendalehouse.co.uk. Prices are from £32 per person per night when booked direct by telephone.

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Promenade Apartments 63, 72 & 78-79 Promenade, Southport PR9 0JJ Tel: 01704 541719 Email: [email protected] Website: www.promenade-apartments.co.uk Correspondence to 71 Promenade Southport PR9 0JJ

Situated on the exclusive north end of the The apartments are located in sumptuous Promenade, overlooking the Marine Lake villas, affording traditional architecture with and sea beyond, our spacious apartments outstanding comfort and a contemporary are ideally placed to provide a do-as-you- ambience. Each apartment is well appointed please sojourn for the discerning visitor. and furnished to a high standard: With easy access to the attractions of • Stunning lake/sea views Southport and the surrounding area • 1 - 4 bedrooms including the beach, the Southport • Ground floor apartments available Theatre complex, Lord Street with its • Fully fitted & equipped kitchens selection of shops and restaurants, • Bath with thermostatic shower Hesketh Park and other green spaces and • LCD TV, DVD, audio inc. ipod dock a number of Championship Golf Courses, • Free wi fi internet access Promenade Apartments are the perfect • Car park choice for either holiday or business. • Open all year round

Terms on application.

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Barford House 32 Avondale Road, Southport PR9 0ND (Correspondence to 55 Avondale Road) Tel: 01704 548119 Website: www.barfordhouse.co.uk

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

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

Cross Farm Cottages Mairscough Lane, Downholland L39 7HT Tel: 0151 526 1576 Website: www.crossfarmholidaycottages.co.uk Email: [email protected] Three award winning newly converted farm cottages are set in lovely countryside yet within easy reach of both Southport and Liverpool. Sleeping 2-4 people these comfortable cottages are equipped and fitted to a high standard. Each cottage has a private deck or patio, secure private parking, are all wheelchair accessible and share a large garden. Weekly rate from £250.

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Martin Lane Farm Holiday Cottages Castle Mews 5 Martin Lane, Burscough, Lancs L40 8JH 9 Castle Street, Southport PR9 0NR www. martinlanefarm-holidaycottages.co.uk Tel: 01704 513966 or 07769 870572 Tel: 01704 893527 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] Our cosy country cottages are ideal for a trip to Southport, Liverpool, Ormskirk, etc. The Dairy, The Shippon, The Stable and The Granary sleep

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Sandcroft Holiday Flats 13 Albany Road, Southport PR9 0JF Tel: 01704 537497 Proprietor: Mr & Mrs R.L. Best Time to Website: sandcroftholidayflats.com

Comfortable accommodation near the Marine Lake, RELAX Southport Theatre & Convention Centre, golf courses and Lord Street. We have two self-contained studio flats For more accommodation details with shower room and two flatlets with private bathrooms and electric showers. All very well equipped. and ideas go to visitsouthport.com/ accommodation

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Help & advice With so much to do and see, you’ll want to make sure you’re prepared. Each experience is different, so when it comes to Southport, it’s good to plan ahead! Before you arrive, make sure to check the weather as we’re known for having our own micro climate, so whilst it might be gloomy where you are, the weather here could be beautiful sunshine! And if you’re planning a day on the beach, knowing the tide times is essential, especially if Antony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ installation is on your itinerary!

Time to find out more: For more information go to visitsouthport.com Email: [email protected] 53 #SouthportTime Useful contacts An A-Z directory of information, contact details, websites and telephone numbers to help you make the most of your stay.

Attractions - Local The Atkinson Farmer Ted’s Pleasureland Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1DB Flatmans Lane, Downholland, Amusement Park Tel: 01704 533333 Ormskirk, Lancashire, L39 7HW Marine Drive, Southport, www.theatkinson.co.uk Tel: 0151 526 0002 PR8 1RX www.farmerteds.com Tel: 01704 531957 Boat Trips (Marine Lake) www.southportpleasureland.com The Boathouse, Marine Lake, Genting Casino Southport, PR9 0EA 7 Waterfront, Promenade Southport, Ocean Plaza Tel: 01704 539701 PR9 0DZ Marine Drive, Southport, Tel: 01704 504700 PR8 1SQ Botanic Gardens www.gentingcasinos.com Tel: 01704 542074 Botanic Road, Churchtown, www.oceanplazasouthport.com Southport, PR9 7NB Hesketh Park & Café Park Crescent, Southport,PR9 9NW Playtown Botanic Gardens Café Tel: 01704 540070 Marine Drive, Southport, Botanic Gardens, Botanic Road, PR8 1SQ Churchtown,Southport, PR9 7NB Lakeside Miniature Railway Tel: 01704 778444 Esplanade, Southport, PR8 2BZ Tel: 01704 228535 www.playtownsouthport.co.uk Tel: 0151 934 2713 British Lawnmower Museum www.southportpleasureland.com 106 - 114 Shakespeare Street, Premier Bowl Ocean Plaza, Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 5AJ Martin Mere Wildfowl & Southport, PR8 1RY Tel: 01704 501336 Wetlands Trust Tel: 01704 543569 www.lawnmowerworld.co.uk Fish Lane, Burscough, Lancashire, L40 0TA www.premier-bowl.co.uk CYCLE HIRE CENTRES Tel: 01704 895181 www.wwt.org.uk Pitch & Putt Golf & MAINTENANCE Princes Park, Southport Eco Visitor Centre Masters Putting Course Call Tourist Information on Esplanade, Southport, PR8 1RX Promenade, Southport, PR8 1QY 01704 533333 for more info Tel: 0151 934 2713 Tel: 01704 535138 Silcock’s Funland Southport Railway Station Mecca Bingo Pier Forecourt, Promenade, London Street,Southport, PR8 1BE Garrick Parade, Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1QX Tel: 01704 500996 Southport, PR8 1RN Tel: 01704 536733 (seasonal opening only) Tel: 01704 533939 www.silcock-leisure.co.uk www.meccabingo.com/bingo-clubs/ Crosby Lakeside southport Southport Indoor Adventure Centre Market Hall Crosby Coastal Park, Hall King Street, Southport, PR8 1JX Off Road, Waterloo, Botanic Road, Churchtown, Tel: 01704 525001 L22 1RR Southport, PR9 7LZ www.southportmarket.com Tel: 0151 966 6868 Tel: 01704 228326 www.visitseftonandwestlancs.co.uk www.meolshall.co.uk Pavilion Promenade, Southport, PR8 1QX Dunes Splash World Model Boating Lake Tel: 01704 512183 Esplanade, Southport, PR8 1RX Jubilee Pond, Rotten Row, www.visitsouthport.com Tel: 01704 537160 Southport, PR8 2BZ www.splashworldsouthport.com www.southportmodelboatclub.com Victoria Park Southport Flower Show, Eco Visitor Centre Model Railway Village Victoria Park, Rotten Row, Esplanade, Southport, PR8 2BZ Lower Promenade, Kings Gardens, Southport, PR8 2BZ Tel: 0151 934 2713 Southport, PR8 1QX Tel: 01704 547147 www.southportecocentre.com Tel: 01704 538001 www.southportflowershow.co.uk www.southportmodelrailwayvillage.co.uk

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VUE Cinema Brooklyn Park Coast & Countryside Ocean Plaza, Marine Drive, Gravel Lane, Banks, PR9 8BU Southport, PR8 1SQ Tel: 01704 228534 Ainsdale Discovery Centre The Promenade, Ainsdale, Tel: 0345 308 4620 www.harrisonholidayhomes.co.uk Southport, PR8 2QB www.myvue.com The Caravan Club Site Tel: 0151 934 2967 Wayfarers Arcade The Esplanade, Southport, PR8 1RX www.sefton.gov.uk 311 - 317 Lord Street, Tel: 01704 565214 Eco Visitor Centre Southport, PR8 1NT www.caravanclub.co.uk Esplanade, Southport, PR8 2BZ Tel: 01704 539077 Formby Point Caravan Park Tel: 0151 934 2713 www.wayfarersarcade.co.uk Lifeboat Road, Formby, L37 2EB www.southportecocentre.com Windmill Animal Farm Tel: 01704 874367 Red Cat Lane, Burscough, www.formbypointcaravanpark.co.uk The National Trust Victoria Road, Formby, L37 1LJ Lancashire, L40 1UQ Hurlston Hall Caravan Park Tel: 01704 878591 Tel: 01704 892282 Hurlston Lane, Scarisbrick, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/formby www.windmillanimalfarm.co.uk Ormskirk, L40 8HB Tel: 01704 841064 RSPB Ribble Reserves Attractions - Regional www.hurlstonhall.co.uk 1c Marshside Road, Southport, PR9 9TL Beatles Story Leisure Lakes Caravan Park Tel: 01704 226190 Britannia Vaults, Albert Dock, The Gravel, , Tarleton, www.rspb.org.uk/marshside Liverpool, L3 4AD PR4 6JX Tel: 0151 709 1963 Tel: 01772 813446 Emergency www.beatlesstory.com www.riversidecaravanpark.co.uk & Support Services Knowsley Safari Park Riverside Touring & Holiday Road, Knowsley, L34 4AN Home Park EMERGENCIES Tel: 0151 430 9009 Southport New Road, Banks, For all emergency services (fire, www.knowsleysafariexperience.co.uk PR9 8DF ambulance,police and coastguards) Tel: 01704 228886 call 999 Liverpool Cathedral www.harrisonholidays.com St James Mount, Liverpool, L1 7AZ Southport & Formby District Tel: 0151 709 6271 Shaw Hall Caravan Park General Hospital www.liverpoolcathedral.org.uk Smithy Lane, Scarisbrick, Ormskirk, Town Lane, , Southport, L40 8HJ PR8 6PN Mersey Ferries Tel: 01704 840298 Tel: 01704 547471 Landing Stage, Pier Head,Liverpool, www.shawhall.co.uk Tel: 999 in an emergency L3 1DP www.southportandormskirk.nhs.uk. Tel: 0151 330 1444 Willowbank Holiday Home & Please note that there is no Children’s www.merseyferries.co.uk Touring Park A&E in Southport, this is based in Coastal Road, Ainsdale, Southport, Ormskirk. Rufford Old Hall PR8 3ST 200 Liverpool Road Rufford, Tel: 01704 571566 Near Ormskirk, L40 1SG www.willowbankcp.co.uk Chemists (Dispensing) Tel: 01704 821254 Boots the Chemist www.nationaltrust.org.uk/ Churches & Places Unit 3, Central 12 Shopping Park, rufford-old-hall of Worship Road, Southport, PR9 0TY Tate Liverpool Tel: 01704 536937 Albert Dock, Liverpool, L3 4BB A list of churches and places of worship(all denominations) is Boots the Chemist Tel: 0151 702 7400 31 - 39 Chapel Street, Southport, www.tate.org.uk/liverpool available from the Southport Tourist Information. PR8 1AH Tel: 01704 533907 Camping & Touring Conference services Superdrug Caravan Sites (in and 10 Eastbank Street, Southport, around Southport) Conference Sales Team PR8 1DJ Southport Town Hall, Tel: 01704 537191 Abbey Farm Caravan Park Lord Street,Southport, PR8 1DA Dark Lane, Ormskirk, L40 5TX Tel: 0151 934 2435 Tel: 01695 572686 www.southportconferences.com www.abbeyfarmcaravanpark.co.uk

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Support Services Southport Old Links RACECOURSES Golf Club Citizens Advice Bureau Moss Lane, Churchtown, Ormskirk Road, Aintree, 24 Wright Street, Southport, Southport, PR9 7QS Liverpool, L9 5AS PR9 0TL Tel: 01704 228207 Tel: 0151 523 2600 Tel: 01704 385630 www.southportoldlinksgolfclub.co.uk www.aintree.co.uk www.seftoncab.org.uk Golf Club Chester Racecourse Events Hall Road West, , The Racecourse, Watergate Square, www.visitsouthport.com Liverpool, L23 8SZ Chester, Cheshire, CH1 2LY Tel: 0151 924 1076 Tel: 01244 304600 Golf Courses www.westlancashiregolf.co.uk www.chester-races.co.uk Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa Health Spas Haydock Park Racecourse Southport Old Rd, Formby, Road, Newton-le Liverpool, L37 0AB Royal Clifton Hotel & Spa Willows, Merseyside, WA12 0HQ Tel: 01704 875699 1-9 The Promenade, Southport, Tel: 01942 725963 www.formbyhallgolfresort.co.uk PR8 1RB www.haydock-park.co.uk Tel: 01704 533771 Formby Golf Club www.royalclifton.co.uk RUGBY Golf Road, Formby, Liverpool, Southport Rugby Club L37 1YH V Spa Waterloo Road, Hillside, PR8 4QW Tel: 01704 872164 Vincent Hotel, 98 Lord Street, Tel: 01704 569906 www.formbygolfclub.co.uk Southport, PR8 1JR www.southportrufc.com Tel: 01704 883800 Formby Ladies Golf Club www.thevincenthotel.com Waterloo Rugby Club Golf Road, Formby, Liverpool, St Anthony’s Road, Blundellsands, L37 1YH Racing & Sport Liverpool, L23 8TW Tel: 01704 873493 Tel: 0151 924 4552 www.formbyladiesgolfclub.co.uk BOWLS www.waterloorugby.com Southport Flat Green Hesketh Golf Club SAILING Cockle Dick’s Lane, Southport, Bowling Club PR9 9QQ Kings Gardens, Southport, PR8 1QX Crosby Lakeside Adventure Tel: 01704 501388 Centre Tel: 01704 536897 Crosby Coastal Park, off Cambridge www.heskethgolfclub.co.uk CRICKET Road, Waterloo, Liverpool, L22 1RR Hillside Golf Club Southport & Birkdale Tel: 0151 966 6868 Hasting Road, Hillside, Southport, Sports Club www.crosbylakeside.co.uk PR8 2LU Trafalgar Road, Southport, PR8 2HF Southport Sailing Club Tel: 01704 567169 Tel: 01704 569951 Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 1RY www.hillside-golfclub.co.uk www.sandbsportsclub.co.uk www.southportsailingclub.org.uk

Royal Birkdale Golf Club FOOTBALL CLUBS Waterside Lodge Waterloo Road, Birkdale, Activity Centre Southport,PR8 2LX Southport Football Club Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 1RY Tel: 01704 552020 , Southport, PR8 6JZ Tel: 01704 510900 www.royalbirkdale.com Tel: 01704 530182 www.watersidelodge.co.uk www.southportfc.net Southport & Ainsdale West Lancashire Yacht Club Golf Club Everton Football Club Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 1RY Bradshaws Lane, Ainsdale, Goodison Park, Goodison Road, Tel: 01704 530840 Southport, PR8 3LG Liverpool, L4 4EL www.wlyc.org.uk Tel: 01704 578000 Tel: 0151 556 1878 www.sandagolfclub.co.uk www.evertonfc.com Restaurants Southport Golf Tours Liverpool Football Club Southport Restaurateurs Tel: 01704 551001 Anfield Road, Anfield, Association Members www.southportgolftours.com Liverpool, L4 0TH For a copy of the Association’s Tel: 0151 264 2500 Eating Out Guide, please call Southport Golf Links www.liverpoolfc.com Park Road West, Southport, PR9 0JS 01704 533333 or download it from Tel: 01704 535286 www.visitsouthport.com www.sefton.gov.uk

56 visitsouthport.com Sports & Leisure Centres Leisure Centre North Park, Washington Parade, Bootle, Liverpool, L20 5JJ Tel: 0151 330 3301 www.sefton.gov.uk Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre Crosby Coastal Park, off Cambridge Road,Waterloo, Liverpool, L22 1RR Tel: 0151 966 6868 www.crosbylakeside.co.uk Crosby Leisure Centre Mariners Road, Crosby, Liverpool, L23 6SX The Atkinson Park and Ride Schemes Tel: 0151 932 9080 Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1DB www.leisurecentre.com Tel: 01704 533333 Esplanade Park and Ride www.theatkinson.co.uk (Southport Eco Visitor Centre) Dunes Splash World 1100 cars / 50 coaches Esplanade, Southport, PR8 1RX The Little Theatre Opening times: Tel: 01704 537160 20 Hoghton Street, www.splashworldsouthport.com 7.30am - 7.00pm (Mon-Sat) Southport, PR9 0PA 9.45am - 7.00pm (Sun) 1st October Formby Leisure Centre Tel: 01704 530521 to 31st March (Winter). Elbow Lane, Formby, www.littletheatresouthport.co.uk Fairways Park and Ride Merseyside, L37 4AB (Turn left at top of Promenade, Tel: 01704 879366 Visitor Information which leads to Fairways) 890 cars www.formbypool.co.uk The Atkinson, Lord Street, Opening times: Sports Park Southport, PR8 1DB 1st April to 30th September (summer) Boundary Road, Litherland, Tel: 01704 533333 9.45am - 7.00pm (Sun) Liverpool, L21 7LA www.visitsouthport.com Sea Travel Tel: 0151 288 6288 Services between Liverpool www.sefton.gov.uk Transport (Birkenhead) and Belfast and Dublin are operated by Norfolk Line, and Meadows AIRPORTS Hall Lane, Maghull, L31 7BB between Liverpool and Douglas by the Isle of Man Steam Packet Tel: 0151 288 6727 Liverpool John Lennon Airport Company. www.sefton.gov.uk Liverpool, L24 1YD Netherton Activity Centre Tel: 0871 521 8484 Mersey Ferries Glovers Lane, Netherton, www.liverpoolairport.com Tel: 0151 330 1000 www.merseyferries.co.uk Liverpool,L30 3TL Manchester Airport Tel: 0151 525 5106 Manchester, M90 1QX www.sefton.gov.uk Taxis Tel: 0800 0420213 www.manchesterairport.co.uk Yellow Top Taxis Theatres 107 Sussex Road, Southport, BUS & RAIL SERVICES Southport Theatre & PR8 6AF Convention Centre Tel: 01704 531000 Promenade, Southport, PR9 0DZ Tel: 0151 522 2800 AGT Ticket Centre: www.arrivabus.co.uk Useful Websites Tel 01704 540454 www.agtickets.com/southporttheatre Merseytravel (bus, train www.visitsouthport.com & ferry) www.southporthotelsassociation.com Conference, weddings & Tel: 0151 227 5181 www.visitliverpool.com private events: www.merseytravel.gov.uk www.englandsgolfcoast.com Tel: 0151 934 2441 www.southporttheatreandconvention National Rail Enquiries centre.com Tel: 03457 48 49 50 www.nationalrail.co.uk

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59 Visit the Bold Hotel and enjoy delicious food and cocktails in elegant surroundings. You can be sure of a 5* welcome.

Come and try the best Irish in town. We serve 42 different whiskies and gins along with bucket loads of fun.

Try Southport’s No. 1 bar with top DJs, chart topping singers and dance acts. Open Friday and Saturday nights!

FIND ALL 3 PLACES AT THE NORTHERN END OF LORD STREET