Things to do in St Annes on the Sea

Beautiful gardens in the heart of St Anne’s with a bowling green, a children’s play area and beautiful rose gardens. In the centre of the gardens you’ll find the Ashton Pavilion Café and also the war memorial. There are events in the park including brass bands in the summer.

Function room and performance venue available for hire for a wide range of requirements, including awards events, weddings, conferences, family gatherings and exhibitions. Large, fully wooden floored room, mood lighting, music and microphone usage and additional seating as well as being wheelchair friendly throughout.

For something a little different, take to the water in a variety of boats and pedalos. Located adjacent to the YMCA swimming pool and RNLI station, the shallow lake is accessible from the Promenade. Great fun for a bit of fresh air and exercise!

Established in 1978 and stocking the largest range of new and used books on the Fylde Coast, Book Bargains is situated not far from the centre of St Anne’s and has many out of print books and is well worth a browse to see through their extensive collection.

A modern, compact, independent four screen cinema showing the latest releases, with regular. ticket deals. Located close to St Anne’s Pier and the Beach Huts and Mini Links, watch all the latest films on the big screen in St Anne’s. Adjacent parking (charge applies to 6pm). Special offers available and autism friendly and subtitled films scheduled. For regular visitors, a loyalty card programme is in place.

Well loved comedian lived in the area for many years before he passed away in 1993. Adjacent to St Anne’s Pier, you’ll find the Peace and Happiness Garden where there’s a wonderful statue of Les, made by Graham Ibbeson – who also sculpted the Eric Morecambe statue, located on Morecambe Promenade. Parking available close by.

An independent guitar shop on the high street specialising in fine instruments, individual guitar & bass lessons, meticulous setups & servicing, recording and essential accessories by top brands. One to one 30 minute sessions with an experienced guitar, bass and theory teacher by prior arrangement. Free street parking (restrictions apply).

On 9th Dec 1886, the barque ‘Mexico of Hamburg’ was travelling from Liverpool to South America when it was caught in a fierce storm. Lifeboats from Southport (the Eliza Fernley), Lytham (the Charles Biggs) and St Annes (the Laura Janet), responded to the distress signals. All on board the Mexico were rescued by the Lytham lifeboat. All but two of the Eliza Fernley were lost and the entire crew of the St Annes crew (Laura Janet) perished at sea. In total 27 Lifeboat men lost their lives that night. On 23rd May 1888 the Lifeboat Monument was unveiled near the Pier in St Annes to commemorate the bravery of these crews

Take a pleasant stroll through the mature gardens, water features, waterfalls, interlinked ponds (popular with ducks!), and beautifully maintained gardens from St Anne’s Pier to the Beach Terrace Café. There’s a bandstand and shelters along the way to relax and take in the views.

The new Shannon lifeboat Barbara Anne arrived in February 2018 and is based at the RNLI lifeboat station on the Promenade adjacent to the Island complex. There’s a shop at the lifeboat station if you wish to pop in and support the great work of this life saving service.

Located on the Crescent in the heart of St Annes, Rustic Living sells furniture, home wares and gifts – sofas, drawers, tables and pottery. A real ‘Aladdin’s Cave’ with very helpful staff on hand and revamped and re purposed furniture on sale. On street parking available.

Day rental from 10am to midnight, the St Anne’s Beach Huts have become a very popular addition to the seaside overlooking the wide open sandy beach. All are fitted with mains electricity, kitchens, fresh water, crockery, a folding table and everything you’d need for a luxurious day at the beach. Popular for family gatherings, anniversaries. Toilets and parking nearby.

Welcoming visitors since 1885, this is a beautiful Victorian pier which is just a short walk from the town centre. Rain or shine, there is a wide choice of things to do from cafes and shops, to amusements with children’s cars and rides. Parking available outside (private car park) the pier and nearby (public car park).