FLEETWOOD HERITAGE OPEN DAYS 2019

Marine Hall, Dome, Fleetwood Thursday 19th September to

Fleetwood Sunday Civic Society 22nd September

Free entry to all www.heritageopendays.org.uk participating sites Sunday 22nd September 2019 Park ONCE and a free heritage bus ride will take you to all the promenade venues The Mount Pavilion The Esplanade, Fleetwood Unfortunately we are unable to open the pavilion this year as it is undergoing extensive restoration along with the grounds and cottages. We do however look forward to Heritage Open Days 2020 when it will be open to show the refurbishment.

Open for next year

The Lower Lighthouse The Esplanade, Fleetwood A rare chance to see inside and witness the amazing views from the balcony of the Lower Lighthouse. Discover the history of the lighthouses and how they work together to bring sailors, trawlermen and ships safely into port.

Open Saturday and Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm

Fleetwood Beach Kiosk FBK Beach Kiosk, Located by Lower Lighthouse FBK Shake & Donut Station, next to Fleetwood RNLI FBK, Affinity Shopping Centre

Coffee, Snacks, Ice Cream, Donuts, Tea, Cold Drinks

FBK Y FLEETWOOD, Proud Member of Fleetwood Civic Society Fleetwood Museum Queens Terrace, Fleetwood Fleetwood Museum is an independent museum, run by Fleetwood Museum trust with volunteers and supported by Fleetwood Town Council. Why not take this opportunity to view the displays and learn about the history of Fleetwood, from the time of sand hills and rabbit warrens, through the years of being an important fishing port, to the present day? Spend time to view 'Harriet', our 1893 Fleetwood built fishing smack along with other fishing memorabilia. Stop for a coffee in our Sir Peter's Coffee House or browse in the shop Open for free entry Saturday 21st and Sunday 22nd September 10.30am - 4pm. Normal opening days - Tuesday - Saturday, April till end of November, 10.30am -4pm, when small entrance fee is charged. Free entrance to coffee house at all times.

Marine Hall The Esplanade, Fleetwood Enjoy a trip to the seaside and call into our beautiful art deco theatre. Our doors will be open for you to come and have a look around our magnificent ballroom with its stunning glass domed ceiling. See how the venue retains the charm and character of its 1930s art deco heritage and find out what's on as we continue to entertain audiences 80 years on from when we first opened. Open Open Friday Saturday and Sunday – 10.00am – 4.00pm No booking required www.marinehall.co.uk North Euston Hotel The Esplanade, Fleetwood

An illustrated presentation on the history of The North Euston Hotel and Euston Gardens. The talk will be lead by Robert Wright, a Fleetwood Rotarian.

Each session 30-40 minutes long. All MUST be pre-booked direct through the hotel Open Sunday 12noon, 1pm, 2pm, & 3pm. Please ring 01253 876525 to book a place, booking essential

Euston Park Gardens The Esplanade, Fleetwood The seafront area around the landmark North Euston Hotel is steeped in history as the place where growth of the town began in the past history of Fleetwood. Find out more about the interesting history of this park and its contents, Including the new statue of Sir Peter Hesketh Fleetwood

Led by William Hargreaves - meet by Sir Peter Hesketh Fleetwood statue

Saturday & Sunday 11.30am, 1.30pm Fleetwood Masonic Hall 32 The Esplanade, Fleetwood

Although Freemasonry has flourished in Fleetwood since 1863 when the first lodge, Hesketh Lodge, named after Fleetwood’s founder was formed, it was not until March 1956 that local Masons moved into the Masonic Hall on the town’s Esplanade. Formerly a 17 bedroom orphanage, it has been transformed into a building which visitors are welcome to enjoy as part of the Heritage Week tour.

Open Sunday 10.00am - 4.00pm No booking necessary. Access for disabled users via rear of building, entry off Bold Street.

Lifeboat Station & Coastguard Team The Esplanade, Fleetwood Take a look at the lifeboats, equipment and station facilities. There has been a Lifeboat Station in Fleetwood since March 1859. View inshore and all-weather lifeboat. You can also visit the Fleetwood Coast Guard Team to learn how they provide emergency coastal search and rescue cover including mud and flood rescue to the North Flyde area including parts of Blackpool Open Sunday 10.00am - 3.00pm St Mary’s Church Lord Street, Fleetwood This beautiful Grade II listed catholic church, designed by Edward W Pugin, has a very peaceful and serene atmosphere. Please come in, sit awhile and admire the stunning architecture and stained glass windows.

Open Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday 8.00am - 6.00pm. Sunday mass 8.30am & 10.30am

St Pauls Church Darbishire Road, Fleetwood 1. A brief history of the founding of St. Paul's Church. Towards the end of 1906 a group of people resigned their membership with the Parish Church of Fleetwood. They formed St Paul's Church, the first service was held in the Minor Hall of the Co-operative Society in London Street on Sunday 20th October 1907. Later they moved across the road to a hall, which they altered and prepared for worship. These were hard and difficult times for the little Church, but the congregation grew and flourished. In 1926 a Synod was held at St Paul's, attending was Mr. Stephen Frost Johnson a delegate from Christ Church Leigh-on-Sea, he was an architect and master builder and had built the church at Leigh-on-Sea. The church building in London Street was now in quite bad repair, Mr. Johnson felt he could not return home leaving the church like that so he purchased tools to repair the roof and render the front of the building. The congregation had already purchased a plot of land in Darbishire Road referred` to then as a new part of the town. Mr. Johnson also bought a small block making machine and he showed a very willing band of volunteers from the congregation how to make the blocks to build the new church, promising to come back the following year to build it.The congregation started raising funds to buy the materials; they worked tirelessly to make the vast number of blocks needed, giving their time, money, talents and energy, often working into the night by the aid of lamps. This truly was a labour of love for the Lord. Their wives and children took their meals to them and helped in any way they could. Mr. Johnson returned to Fleetwood at the Easter of 1927 and with the help of a working party that came from all walks of life they started to build the church. Everyone worked in some way and amazingly the church was completed in less than six months. The first service was held on Wednesday 31st August 1927 when the Church was officially opened. We are still a self-supporting Church; the congregation give their time, money, talents and energy. We look to the future as we spread the Gospel, as we praise and worship the Lord at Paul’s. 2. There will be photos of the building of the church, and a written history on the display board in the church. 3. We will be open to the public on the 19th, 20th, 21st and 22nd of September and there will be refreshments of tea coffee and biscuits available.

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Did you know Rossall Point Observation Tower is open to the public? Come inside and see all sorts of things we have found on our coastline. Go to the top of the tower and use the binoculars to spot wildlife and enjoy the views. Volunteer with us! We are always on the lookout for people to help welcome visitors to the tower.

Rossall Point Tower is home to The Queens Award winning National Coastwatch Institution (NCI) www.ncirossallpoint.co.uk Join our LOVEmyBeach beach clean Meet outside the tower every Thursday at 10.30am and become part of a friendly team who keep our beach free from litter. OUTER PROMENADE, THE ESPLANADE, FLEETWOOD The North West coast is getting active! Look out for #ActiveCoast activities across Wyre. Check the website for our opening times www.wyre.gov.uk/rossallpoint FFullull listings at lovemybeach.org

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            • Family friendly green spaces and play areas • Community activities

• Demonstration garden • Pond, meadows and woodland area • Picnic site • Bowling greens • Parkour facility WARRENHURST ROAD, FLEETWOOD, • Tennis courts and multi-use games area LANCASHIRE FY7 7AE

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The Mount Church was originally built as a Sunday School for the Primitive Methodists at the beginning of the 20th Century when some 300 children attended. The Memorial Hall contains plaques commemorating those who fell in both World Wars. The Church was built on the lines of a traditional Methodist Church. The tour will consist of a walk around the Church taking in the various parts. The Main Sanctuary can hold up to 300 people which includes the Balcony area. Sadly, the balcony will be out of bounds for the tour due to Health and Safety issues. The Wesley Room, Fisherman’s Chapel and Memorial Hall are all part of the original 1908 building with the Community Hall being opened in 1975. Presently owned by Emmanuel Church, a refurbishing programme is commenc - ing in July this year to keep it in good shape for the future. The external appear - ance will remain as the Church is in a Conservation Area. Being the nearest Church to the sea in the town, it has always had a place in the hearts of the local Trawlermen and their families which, it is hoped, will remain. Open Saturday 2.00 – 4.00pm

Larkholme Walk Larkholme car park near Rossall

Meet at the car park at Larkholme Grasslands for a walk exploring the grass - lands and coastal wildlife with Lancashire Wildlife Trust.

Saturday 21 September 9.30 – 10.30am

Nautical Heritage Walk Lower Lighthouse to Jubilee Quay and Dock Street.

Walk back in time to discover Fleetwood’s proud nautical heritage. From the Fishing Community Memorial near the Lower Lighthouse by the River Wyre to Jubilee Quay and Dock Street. Back to Fleetwood Museum. Led by local historian David Pearce. Meet near Lower Lighthouse.

Approx. 90mins – not suitable for anyone with walking difficulties. Saturday: 2.30pm Sunday: 2.30pm

Heritage Open Days is your chance to visit thousands of buildings and places across England which are usually closed to the public or charge for admission. To find out what’s on in your region, go to www.heritageopendays.org.uk or call English Heritage on 0870 333 1181. Cemetery Walk Beach Road, Fleetwood, FY7 8PH Chance to find out about the heritage of the cemetery and those buried here that shaped the town and its culture. To name a few Boat Builders, Fishermen, Architects and Investors. Meet at the main entrance gate. The walk can take up to 2hrs. Suitable for families.

Open Thursday 19th Septgember 10.00am - 12noon Please ring 01995 602125 for more information

Memorial Park Heritage Walk Warrenhurst Rd. Fleetwood

A walk with Dick Gillingham looking at the history and origins of Fleetwood`s memorial park.

Meet at the Pavilion, Memorial Park Friday 20th September10.30am.-11.30am Grade Easy For more information please contact Wyre Council on 01995 602125 or email [email protected]

Autumn Birdwatch Rossall Point Picnic Area and Car Park Join the Rangers as they watch the last of our summer and first wintering birds migrate over Rossall Point. Meet at Rossall Point Picnic area and car park. For more information contact Wyre Council on 01995 602125 or email [email protected]

Sunday, 15th September 9.30 - 10.30 Grade: Easy 1 mile, bring binoculars

Sea Watch

Join Lancashire Wildlife Trust as we look for seals, porpoises and dolphins pass - ing by. There will be plenty of seabirds to admire on the top deck too. Free no need to book. Sunday 1.00pm – 3.00pm Grade easy Bring binoculars For more information please contact Wyre Council on 01995 602125 or email [email protected] Annual Events in Fleetwood

Fleetwood Day May 2019 On May 6th this year the groups who had organised the installation of the Sir Peter Hesketh Fleetwood statue held a Celebrate Fleetwood Day in the Euston Gardens. This free day included, amongst other things, many musical acts in a marquee as well as games and activities for children and families along with the ever popular Punch and Judy show, which was enjoyed by all generations. The event was sponsored by Fleetwood Town Council. Hopefully we will be able to do it all again and even better next year. Fleetwood’s transport heritage was also celebrated on this day with the unveiling of a Red Plaque on the wall of the North Euston Hotel by the Transport Trust. This commemorated Fleetwood’s unique place on the first West Coast route from London to Scotland by rail and steamer. Fleetwood market Victoria Street / Adelaide Street, Fleetwood, FY7 6AB

It would be a shame to visit the area and not visit our famous Fleetwood Market housed in the Victorian market building built in 1840.

Open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday

Fylde Country Life Museum Farmer Parrs, Wyrefield Farm, Rossall Lane, Fleetwood, FY7 8JP

Farmer Parrs Animal World is a popular tourist attraction in Fleetwood. It is also home to the ‘Fylde Country Life Museum’, a large museum arranged over 2 floors containing thousands of local artefacts. Run by volunteers from the Fylde Country Life Preservation Society, it plays a vital role in keeping local history alive. A real hidden gem – so why not take a walk down memory lane? The museum also has a small section dedicated to WW1 which includes a re-creation of ‘The Somme’ trenches. Free entry Saturday, for Heritage Open Day (please mention you are visiting for Heritage Open Day at the farm entrance)

Open Daily, normal entrance fee applies. 10.00am - 5.00pm www.farmerparrs.com

FLEETWOOD MUSEUM Although the Museum is covered in scaffolding, we are still OPEN FOR BUSINESS Essential building work is needed on the Grade 2 listed building, the oldest used building in Fleetwood built in 1836 as the Customs House. It was designed by the eminent architect of his day, Decimus Burton, who also designed many buildings in London and St. Leonards on Sea. Inside are many rooms, each depicting a different aspect of Fleetwood’s and the surrounding area’s history. Our Coffee House has been described as ‘Fleetwood’s Hidden Gem’, whilst many local interest books can be found for sale in the museum shop along with unusual gifts and children’s toys. Browse in our second-hand book shop next door to the museum, where the majority of books are only 50p each. You may even find a book you have been searching for. Rossall Point Observation Tower Outer Promenade, Princess Way, Fleetwood

Take a look at one of Fleetwood’s newest buildings and find out about the heritage of Fleetwood`s Coast and Morecambe Bay. Enjoy spectacular views, meet the Wyre Coast and Countryside volunteers and take a short walk to the steps to top of the tower. No booking required. Saturday, Sunday 11.00am - 4.00pm For more information please contact Wyre Council on 01995 602125 or email [email protected]

National Coastwatch Institution operates from the Rossall Point Observation Tower The Queens Award winning National Coastwatch Institution, set up by volun - teers in 2008 to keep watch over ever shifting sands and the fast tides of Morecambe Bay is based on the second floor of the tower. See the work the volunteers carry out every day of the year and hear about their involvement with the local RNLI and HM Coast Guard and see demonstrations of the equipment they use. No booking required Saturday and Sunday 11.00am – 4.00pm www.ncirossallpointfleetwood.co.uk

Fleetwood Civic Society Founded in November 1974 Fleetwood Civic Society is a friendly non-political organisation that meets at the North Euston Hotel at 7.30pm on the last Wednesday of every month. (except December ). Our main concerns are the heritage and promotion of the town and safeguarding high standards of planning and architecture. Every year Fleetwood Civic Society brings together the local entries in the national Heritage Open Days festival and produces and distributes annually a brochure to advertise the event. Membership is open to anyone interested in the wellbeing of Fleetwood.

Heritage Open Days is your chance to visit thousands of buildings and places across England which are usually closed to the public or charge for admission. To find out what’s on in your region, go to www.heritageopendays.org.uk or call English Heritage on 0870 333 1181.

Plan your Fleetwood Heritage Weekend

Thursday 19th Friday 20th Saturday 21st Sunday 22nd

St. Marys Church St. Marys Church Fleetwood Museum Fleetwood Museum 8.00am – 6.00pm 8.00am – 6.00pm 10.30am – 4.00pm 10.30am – 4.00pm

St. Paul’s Church St. Paul’s Church St. Marys Church St. Marys Church 8.00am – 6.00pm 8.00am – 6.00pm Fleetwood Cemetery Memorial Park walk Walk 10.30pm – 11.30pm Rossall Point Rossall Point 10.00am – 12 noon Obsevation Tower Obsevation Tower 11.00am – 4.00pm 11.00am – 4.00pm

St. Paul’s Church Lower Lighthouse Lower Lighthouse 10.00pm - 4.00pm 10.00pm – 4.00pm Euston Park Gardens Euston Park Gardens 11.30 - 1.30pm 11.30am and 1.30pm Nautical Heritage Walk Nautical Heritage Walk 2.30 pm 2.30 pm

Emmanuel Church Fleetwood Masonic 2.00pm – 4.00pm Hall 10.00am – 4.00pm

Fylde County North Euston Hotel Life Museum 12pm/1pm/2pm/3pm 10.00am – 5.00pm RNLI Lifeboat Station 10.00am – 3.00pm

Wyre Walks see inside for details

Autumn Birdwatch Walk Sunday 9.30-10.30 15th September

Free Heritage Bus Fleetwood Civic Society wish to thank all the sponsors for their Rides every support and contribution towards this brochure. 15 minutes along the Promenade All details correct at time of printing

Heritage Open Days is your chance to visit thousands of buildings and places across England which are usually closed to the public or charge for admission. Tel : 07860 551588 www.geeprint.co.uk To find out what’s on in your region, go to www.heritageopendays.org.uk This brochure was produced for the or call English Heritage on 0870 333 1181. Fleetwood Civic Society by Geeprint