Things to do in St Annes on the Sea
Being a popular seaside resort, there’s plenty for families and for the young at heart in the Garden Town by the Sea, from strolling down St Annes Promenade and taking in the spectacular views to enjoying the parks and gardens and wide open sandy beach, dunes and traditional pier. Enjoy a game of bowls or mini golf, stroll through the parks and browse through the many shops in the town centre, Wood Street, St David’s Road South or perhaps Back St Annes road West – there’s plenty of unique retailers offering that something different!
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 popular Ashton Pavilion Café and also the war memorial. There are events in the park including brass bands in the summer.
Clifton Drive North, St Annes FY8 2AE
01253 658658
Located on the Crescent in the heart of St Anne’s Bizzie Fingers has an extensive range of fabrics including craft, dressmaking, quilting and patchwork fabrics. There is a range of dress making fabrics and often have fabrics from Coast, M&S, Jigsaw, Top Shop and Phase 8 and they sell fabric by the metre, fat quarter bundles and single fat quarters.
21 The Crescent, Lytham St Annes FY8 1SZ
01253 721721
Located between Lytham and St Annes on the Sea, Fairhaven Lake is a popular destination for a walk around the lake, watching the wildlife, hiring a boat, a round of Adventure Golf or having a picnic. Fairhaven Lake also has an on site café, RSPB Discovery Centre, Spitfire memorial and bowling greens, water sports centre, tennis courts and shop. Adjacent free parking available.
Inner Promenade, Fairhaven FY8 1BD
01253 735440
This is a privately owned house on the coast road, mid way between St Anne’s and Lytham but it was the last house that George Formby MBE lived in before his death in 1961. For George Formby fans, it is a popular pilgrimage for photos and there’s a blue plaque on the wall. As this is now a privately owned residence, please respect the owners privacy.
199 Inner Promenade, Lytham St Annes FY8 1DW
For children 6 months to 10 years old. A large three level junior adventure play area for 3 -10 years old. Harry’s has separate two level toddlers play area for 2-4 years old and a separate soft play area for 6 months – up to 2 years. Seating area for parents with refreshments available from our superb cafe, providing high quality, experienced and professional service. Party packages available.
YMCA, St Albans Road, St Annes on Sea, FY8 1XD
01253 724117
The Island Cinemas are 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.
South Promenade, St Annes, FY8 1LS
01253 725331
Well loved comedian Les Dawson 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. (Garden currently closed for refurbishment)
North Promenade, St Annes on Sea, FY8 1LW
01253 658443
Established in 2007, Lytham Brewery originally located in Lytham is now located not far from the centre of St Annes. This small brewery produces a wide range of fine ales and open days are held and there is a bar service available for hire for events.
Unit 8, Cambells Court, Lord St, St Anne’s, FY8 2DF
01253 725440
The Lytham St Annes Art Collection is amongst the finest town hall collections in the country and is a unique and varied collection, born primarily from the proceeds of Britain’s industrial past and the philanthropy of affluent patrons who had moved to Lytham St Annes. It tells the story of Lytham St Annes, its people, way of life and culture. Tours of the art collection are available by prior arrangement or through the Heritage Open Day programme.
Fylde Council, Town Hall, St Annes Road West, Lytham St Annes FY8 1LW
01253 658443
An independent guitar shop in the heart of St Annes 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).
20 The Crescent, Lytham St Annes FY8 1SZ
01253 780323
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
South Promenade, Saint Annes FY8 2NG
01253 658443
A challenging 18 hole par 3 Mini Links golf course, a fabulous 18 hole Putting Green and an entertaining 9 hole Crazy Golf on St Annes South Promenade opposite with fantastic views across the Ribble Estuary. There’s no restrictions on clothing, age or ability, so the Mini Links is a great venue to tweak your short game or hit your first ever golf shot.
South Promenade, Saint Annes FY8 1LS
01253 782134
Take a pleasant stroll through the mature Promenade Gardens with water features, waterfalls, interlinked ponds (popular with ducks!), and beautifully maintained gardens from St Annes Pier to the Beach Terrace Café. There’s a bandstand and shelters along the way to relax and take in the views across the Ribble Estuary.
Promenade, St Annes FY8 1LW
01253 658443
The new RNLI 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.
121-123 South Promenade, Saint Annes FY8 1SJ
01253 714900
Founded in 1886, the present course was constructed in 1897. The Clubhouse celebrated its Centenary in 1998 and it is one of the premier links courses in the world, host to eleven Open Championships, two Ryder Cups and numerous other major tournaments including the Women’s and Seniors Open Championships and the Walker Cup in 2015. The Men’s Senior Open sponsored by Rolex returns in 2019.
Links Gate, Lytham St Annes FY8 3LQ
01253 724206
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.
11 the Crescent, Lytham St Annes FY8 1SZ
07592 960350
An exciting outdoor water play area for children under twelve located on St Annes Promenade (opposite the Lindum Hotel and the YMCA swimming pool). Free to use, this highly colourful attraction has water jets, fountains and more and is fully accessible. Parking available nearby. Online booking only.
South Promenade, St Annes FY8 1SW
01253 658443
Day rental from 10am to midnight, the multi award winning St Annes Beach Huts have become a very popular addition to the seaside overlooking the wide open sandy beach. All beach huts are fitted with mains electricity, kitchens, fresh water, crockery, a folding table and everything you’d need for a luxurious day at the beach. The beach huts are popular for family gatherings, anniversaries. Toilets and parking nearby.
121 – 123 South Promenade, Saint Annes FY8 1LS
01253 789332
Founded in 1901, St Annes Old Links is one of the fine championship links of England’s north west coast.
In 2018, the club was the first venue to host final qualifying for both the Open Championship and Ricoh Women’s British Open in the same year. The club will continue to host Open Final Qualifying in 2019 – 2021, and in 2019 is also a qualifying venue for the Seniors Open which will be held at nearby Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club.
Visitors are welcome to play the course, please contact us in advance to book a tee time.
In 2018, the club was the first venue to host final qualifying for both the Open Championship and Ricoh Women’s British Open in the same year. The club will continue to host Open Final Qualifying in 2019 – 2021, and in 2019 is also a qualifying venue for the Seniors Open which will be held at nearby Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club.
Visitors are welcome to play the course, please contact us in advance to book a tee time.
Highbury Rd East, Saint Annes FY8 2LD
01253 723597
Welcoming visitors since 1885, St Annes Pier is a beautiful Victorian pier which is just a short walk from St Annes 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 the pier and also nearby.
Image credit: Sonia Bashir – www.soniabashirphotography.co.uk/
South Promenade, Saint Annes FY8 2NG
01253 658443
Just behind the main shopping street in St Anne’s, you’ll find an outdoor collection of art, re-presented on the side of buildings. Some of these portray the Lytham St Annes Art Collection, which is on display at Fylde Council Town Hall. There’s also items of art from urban artists.
Back St Anne’s Road West, St Annes
Fylde Council are now offering an exciting new venue for Weddings and Civil Partnership Ceremonies. Set in the beautiful historic Town Hall Building in St Annes on the Sea on the Lancashire coastline, the venue offers two rooms available to hire for special ceremonies on a Friday and Saturday for up to seventy five guests
Town Hall, Fylde Council, Lytham St Annes, FY8 1LW
01253 658525
Twenty five metre pool in the YMCA centre on the Promenade in St Annes. Either pay as you go, or purchase a YMCA membership. St Annes pool is open from 6:30am weekdays (slightly later at weekends) and a variety of sessions are available (check times prior). Hoist and also accessible steps for assisted access into and out of the water. There’s also a popular gym adjacent to the pool.
South Promenade, St Annes FY8 1SW
01253 722986