Pocket Guide 2008 www.visitsouthport.com
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Contents Events & Festivals . . . . . . . . .4-9 Dunes Splash World . . . . . . .10-11 Seafront & Pier . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13 Beautiful Beaches . . . . . . . . .14-15 Coast & Countryside . . . . . .16-17 Shopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18-19 Arts & Culture . . . . . . . . . . . . .20-21 Parks & Gardens . . . . . . . . . . .22-23 England’s Golfing Capital . .24-25 Dining Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26-27 Advertisements . . . . . . . . . . .28-35 Nightlife . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36-37 Out & About . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38-39 Explore the Region . . . . . . . .40-45 Itineraries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46-49 Getting to Southport . . . . . .50-51 Useful Contacts . . . . . . . . . . .52-57 Southport Street Map . . . . .58-59 2
Southport – England's Classic Resort is a town that has it all … stunning sandy beaches, picturesque parks and a captivating Pier and Promenade are just a few of the resort’s finest attributes. Add to this an abundance of shops, a great new water park and hundreds of excellent places to eat and it's clear why we’re such a popular destination. Whatever your reason for visiting Southport, you’ll find some useful information in this guide. The town appeals to the young and old and has something to offer everyone. It captivates new visitors with its charm and choice of things to do, as well as drawing back regular visitors year after year. To experience all that Southport has to offer there simply aren't enough hours in the day, so when you realise you want to stay for longer than anticipated that’s no problem. There is an excellent range of quality hotels and friendly family run guest houses to suit all tastes and pockets. So, if you’d like to arrange some last minute accommodation, just pop into our Tourist Information Centre situated on the famous Lord Street, or call +44 (0) 1704 533333 or visit www.visitsouthport.com
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event
after event
all year round
Southport is constantly bustling with activity and when you add to this our superb events and festivals programme you couldn’t ask for a more vibrant place to visit. Brighten your February by attending a new addition to our events calendar - Jazz on a Winter’s Weekend which blends smoothly into the Jazz season. As spring arrives, first past the post is the world famous Grand National at nearby Aintree Racecourse. This, the most prestigious of steeplechases, is staged just a few miles outside Southport. In May, due to its inaugural success in 2007, Southport’s very own Food and Drink Festival is back. Come and experience four days of local delights and continental delicacies. Later in May, probably the biggest and best celebration of jazz that you are likely to see in the north west comes to town. Late spring sees the Visiter’s Charity Fun Fest and Southport Champion Charity Carnival return – two fabulous fun days out full of entertainment for all the family. This is followed by the North West Motor Show, which roars into Victoria Park mid June.
Southport’s spring events Southport’s bustling events and festivals programme swings in to action. Diaries at the ready! 1-3 February - Jazz on a Winter’s Weekend February - May - Jazz Season 3-5 April - John Smith’s Grand National 4
15-18 May - Southport Food and Drink Festival
29 May - 1 June - Southport International Jazz Festival 7 June - Southport Visiter Charity Fun Fest 21-22 - June - North West Motor Show (TBC) 28 June - Southport Champion Charity Carnival Great group rates are available for a number of Southport events - call Julia on +44 (0) 1704 395510 for further details.
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What better way to welcome the summer months, than with a relaxing glass of wine! We’ve the perfect place for you to indulge - at the Southport Wine Festival, another of our new events. All eyes will be on Southport later in July as the world-famous Open Golf Championship takes place in the resort. The Royal Birkdale Golf Club, just outside the town centre, plays host in 2008 to one of the globe’s biggest sporting events. And it doesn’t stop there. During the last two days of the Championship, the Southport Street Festival takes place on the town’s famous Lord Street. The best street performers from around the world converge to create a real party atmosphere. The Summer Classics - Music in the Park now into its seventh year, is in late July. This open-air concert sees music lovers flock to Southport’s Victoria Park to see a truly fantastic show.
Southport’s summer events Summer’s here and a so are a whole host of event-full delights for you to experience in Southport… 1-2 July - Southport Wine Festival 17-20 July - The Open Golf Championship at Royal Birkdale 6
For something action-packed, come and experience the Woodvale International Rally in early August, now in its 37th year. This fantastic two day event includes model aircraft displays, steam engines, classic cars, a show village and a variety of demonstrations and stalls. Late August sees the Southport Flower Show – this year with a Liverpool theme to celebrate the city’s year as European Capital of Culture. This four day horticultural event is now established as the country’s largest independent flower show and as it continues to grow and innovate, it’s ‘more than just flowers’ and an event not to be missed!
19-20 - July - Southport Street Festival 25-27 July - Summer Classics – Music in the Park 2-3 August - Woodvale International Rally 21-24 August - Southport Flower Show 7
It’s all eyes to the skies in September as the Southport Airshow returns for its 17th year. As well as a superb flying programme there’s also plenty to do on the ground as the Show Village has everything from military displays to bouncy castles. It’s the north west’s largest airshow with jets, vintage aircraft and helicopters all making an appearance - you really won’t want to miss this! The 24 Hour Yacht Race takes place on the Marine Lake in September as entrants from around the world compete for the annual title. Hot on its heels is the dazzling British Musical Fireworks Championships. Six pyrotechnic companies light up the Southport skyline as they battle it out for this prestigious national title. You can come and laugh your socks off in October and November as Southport’s Comedy Week brings fun and joviality to the town. There’s a fantastic line-up of north west talent as well as some of Britain’s favourite comedy names.
Southport’s autumn/winter events The autumn and winter months see the fun continue in Southport as our fantastic events programme rolls on… 6-7 September - Southport Airshow 13-14 September - 24 Hour Yacht Race 8
3 – 5 October - British Musical Fireworks Championships
November also brings with it the exciting North West Masters, held at nearby Haydock Park and Aintree Racecourse. As Christmas creeps ever nearer, Southport really gets into the festive spirit with the big switch-on of the town’s lights in November. To really get in the mood, visit our International Christmas Street Market in December, the perfect place to pick up some quirky gifts for loved ones. Planning your visit around an event and require accommodation information? Call +44 (0) 1704 533333 or go to www.visitsouthport.com
23 October – 2 November - Southport Comedy Week 22-23 November - North West Masters TBC November - Christmas Lights Switch-On TBC December - International Christmas Street Market Dates are provisional, log on to www.visitsouthport.com for all the latest information
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What would you say if we could guarantee a balmy 84 degrees Fahrenheit on your visit to Southport? Well actually we can - inside our fantastic new water-park, Splash World! It’s a great day out for all the family with a superb mix of slides and rides for all ages. From river rapids to a shallow play area there are watery thrills in abundance. You can also relax in ‘Brookfields Poolside’, a fantastic fresh food bar that serves up a multitude of delicious snacks and meals. For more Splash World information call +44 (0) 1704 537160 or visit www.splashworldsouthport.com To make a group booking call Julia on +44 (0) 1704 395510 or email julia@visitsouthport.com
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day long
family fun
- whatever the weather
There’s plenty of ways to fill your time in Southport. Have a game of crazy golf or try your hand at our
pitch and putt. Or you could pay a visit to Silcock’s Funland indoor leisure entertainment centre. Outside Silcock’s is a beautiful traditional carousel, great fun for all the family. Not far from the town’s stunning landmark, the Marine Way Bridge, you’ll find the Lakeside Miniature Railway, Model Railway Village and Kr8er Skateboard Park. The bridge is built across Southport’s Marine Lake where you’ll also find a whole host of attractions on offer. Have a ride on the Southport Belle Mississippi style paddle steamer or take to the water in one of the little pleasure boats or speedboats. Down at Ocean Plaza retail and leisure complex you’ll find Premier Bowl – Southport’s 20-lane, tenpin bowling alley. It’s also home to our seven-screen cinema and a multitude of well-known retail and restaurant brand names. Fancy a dip or a chance to relax? Call in to Dunes – the original pool and leisure centre now attached to new water-park Splash World. Pools, spa baths, a steam room, sauna – you’ll find it all here. Right opposite Dunes Splash World you’ll see Southport’s amusement park complete with traditional favourites and white knuckle rides.
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forward past
fast to the
Oozing Victorian splendour, the Pier stands in pride of place on Southport’s seafront. Restored to its original glory after £7million of investment in 2002, the Pier is a must-see during your time in the town. Known as one of the country’s first ‘Pleasure Piers’ and because of its Grade II listed building status, it’s a landmark the resort is proud to possess. It’s perfect for romantic strolls or a chance to take in the sights and at 3,600 feet it’s the second longest Pier in the UK. Dating back to 1860 this fantastic piece of architecture offers the perfect spot to take in the amazing panoramic views of the Sefton and North Wales coastlines. The Pier also regularly hosts a number of entertainment days, including birdwatching and family events.
If you’d rather not walk the Pier length why not let our Pier Tram take the strain? Hop on board this one-of-a-kind tram (wheelchair accessible) and take the leisurely route down to the Pier Pavilion. It leaves from the Pier entrance every half hour and is the perfect way to experience this great attraction. The Pavilion is sure to spark memories with many as it’s home to a variety of traditional (pre-decimalisation) ‘penny slot’ amusement machines.
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Have your fortune told or giggle at the fun games – young or old you’ll love this part of the Pier. In the Pavilion you’ll also find a fully licensed bar and café – both perfect for a chance to relax and recharge!
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Southport beach is the perfect place for families to have a fun day at the seaside and feel the sand between their toes. Parking is easy and you’re instantly rewarded with amazing views of the coastline, Marine Way Bridge and the Pier.
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smileson beaches
miles of golden
You really are spoilt for choice in Southport, as beautiful beaches and stunning coastlines run from Southport, through Ainsdale and Formby to Crosby on the outskirts of Liverpool. The ENCAMS Seaside Award has regularly been awarded to two of Southport’s finest, Ainsdale-on-Sea beach and Formby Point. Both had to pass tough tests on their sand cleanliness and safety equipment to get this coveted accolade. And Ainsdale-on-Sea’s award winning doesn’t stop there! It was the first beach in the north west to win the coveted Blue Flag and it’s one of the top beaches in the UK. The nearby Ainsdale Discovery Centre (open summer only) is a ‘must visit’ as it opens up the beach and sand dune nature reserves to young and old alike. If you’re looking to up the ante, Ainsdale-on-Sea is a favourite for activities such as kite surfing, kite buggying and land boarding. Its flat beaches and shallow shores make it one of the sport’s top venues in the UK.
No trip to Southport beach would be complete without a meander down the picturesque Promenade where you can take in the sights and sounds of this wonderful stretch of traditional seaside.
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a perfect
day out,naturally Sefton’s Natural Coast is home to the largest
area of undeveloped dunes in England and 22 miles of coast where rare species of wildlife such as the Natterjack Toad and Red Squirrel reside. You’ll find the squirrels at Formby Point, the perfect spot for long walks along the dunes, or in the tranquillity of the pinewoods where you are likely to spot one of these increasingly rare animals. Further along the coast you’ll find the aweinspiring piece of art named ‘Another Place’, comprising of 100 cast iron, life size figures created by internationally acclaimed artist, Antony Gormley. This intriguing exhibition shows the figures staring expectantly out to sea. Not far away is Crosby’s Coastal Park, popular with bird watchers especially during the spring and autumn migrations. There’s also a sports lake and children’s playground on hand as well as amazing panoramic views of North Wales and the Wirral Peninsula. The Eco Visitor Centre on Southport’s Esplanade was built in 2004 from environmentally sustainable materials and provides demonstrations and information on our impact on the environment. Call: +44 (0) 1704 500996 or visit www.southportecocentre.com for more details. Just on the outskirts of Southport you’ll find Martin Mere Wildlife and Wetlands Trust - a first class, year round attraction and the largest international wetland conservation charity in the UK. Check out www.wwt.org.uk for more information.
The coastline that stretches from Southport through Crosby and down to Bootle is full of nature trails and countryside walks. ‘The Walking and Cycling Guide to Sefton’s Natural Coast’ details 13 different routes to choose from, perfect to enjoy by foot or bicycle. The routes offer the opportunity to discover many of Sefton’s interesting gems and experience the countryside vistas and fascinating flora and fauna of the area. 16
Pick up your copy of the guide by visiting the Lord Street Tourist Information Centre or call +44(0)1704 533333 or visit www.seftonsnaturalcoast.com and get closer to nature while keeping healthy!
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Beyond Lord Street, the fantastic shopping continues. Chapel Street is another hot spot and is newly pedestrianised providing a traffic-free retail experience. You’ll find a multitude of high street brands here and even more arcades, including Marble Place and Cambridge Walks. On to the seafront and you’ll find the Ocean Plaza complex, an excellent mix of retail and leisure. Big names such as Matalan and Dunelm Mill reside here as well as branded restaurants, Premier Bowl - a 20-lane bowling alley and a multiplex cinema. It’s just five minutes from Lord Street and accessible via the multi-million pound Marine Way Bridge. If you’re in the car, there are 1200 parking spaces on site. 18
a shopper’s
paradise
Southport is a shopper’s delight, from exclusive boutiques to high street names, the town’s reputation as a first class shopping destination is truly justified. Often likened to a Parisian boulevard, the world famous, mile long Lord Street is the perfect place to start your retail therapy. The town is also well known for its fabulous undercover shopping arcades and Lord Street is home to two of our best - Wayfarers Arcade and the Royal Arcade. Wayfarers is a Grade II listed building and has one of the finest stained glass domed roofs in the country with an impressive choice of boutiques, jewellers and other specialist shops inside. On two levels it also offers cafes, a bookshop, craft shop and much more. The Royal Arcade is a veritable cornucopia of collectables and is the ideal place to find hidden treasures and antiques in its number of specialist stores. You’ll find everything from Dinky Toys to china and paintings to Beatles records. Lord Street is also a perfect setting for our International Street Markets that take place three times a year in May, September and December. Stallholders offer an array of food and goods from all over Europe – definitely worth visiting.
And there’s more.… we also have another three retail parks, Central 12, Meols Cop and Kew – all within a short distance of the town centre. The Market Hall in King Street serves up a more traditional mix of stalls and has plenty of bargains to be found. For the best in fresh produce drop in to Southport’s Farmers Market, in the town hall gardens on the last Thursday of every month. Southport Shopmobilty can offer electric scooters to those with impaired mobility – to pre-book call +44 (0) 1704 535395. Also see page 50 for details on Southport’s park and ride facilities, ideal to use when indulging in some retail therapy. 19
arts culture
a centre for and
If you are a lover of the arts, why not immerse yourself in culture on a visit to Southport – England’s Classic Resort. The town’s Atkinson Art Gallery, housed within Lord Street’s attractive, Edwardian Southport Arts Centre is a must see. Inside the gallery is a fantastic collection of works of art containing a mix of 19th and 20th century watercolours and oil paintings as well as pieces created by local artists. It’s family friendly and even offers a free gallery called Art Zone, which contains a variety of hands on activities for all ages to enjoy - from painting to dressing up. The Arts Centre itself hosts a variety of events and concerts – from drama and comedy to music and children’s theatre – all bases are covered. The Southport Theatre and Convention Centre on the town’s Promenade, has a year round programme of concerts and fairs, featuring national and international artists. On Hoghton Street in the town centre, you’ll find the Little Theatre – home to a programme of amateur productions and popular shows.
Unique and quirky may be two of the best words to describe one of our quintessential attractions – the British Lawnmower Museum. Home to over 300 restored exhibits of garden machinery and lawnmowers that once belonged to the rich and famous, this is one of the resort’s most unusual visitor experiences.
The town and surrounding areas are keen to make the arts more accessible to all ages. TV and stage actors as well as local performers get together on Good Friday to stage, ‘The Passion’ in Hesketh Park. It’s a free to attend performance, delivered within one of the resort’s prettiest parks.
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The Arts Centre will be joining in with Liverpool’s Capital of Culture celebrations this year by holding a number of major exhibitions, including the Atkinson Arts Gallery’s ‘Characters - The People Behind the Portraits’. It depicts life in ‘ancient times’ through paintings, sculptures, and photography. Admission is free and it’s held from the 12th April - 7th September 2008. You can have an even bigger serving of culture, by attending some of the Arts Centre’s complimentary workshops and presentations. Visit www.seftonarts.co.uk for further details. 21
parks for all
seasons
Another string to Southport’s bow is its reputation as a beautiful floral resort. Several parks and gardens are spread within and around the town centre, all well worth a visit. Victoria Park is at the southern end of the Promenade and well known as it hosts the Southport Flower Show and Summer Classics as well as other popular events. There’s a play area at the south of the park as well as a nature pond, croquet lawns and traditional bandstand. Just outside the park is Rotten Row, the country’s longest herbaceous border. On to the town’s largest park – Hesketh Park. Here you’ll find a recently renovated observatory and conservatory as well as children’s play area, café, shop and mini golf course. Add to this an aviary and a number of tree trails and you’ve got the perfect spot to bring the family. Within Southport town centre you’ll notice the stunning Lord Street Gardens. Civic plazas and fountains combined with picturesque floral displays create an eclectic blend that’s hard to forget. The resort also has its very own floral trail, 7.2 miles of striking displays that split into four circular routes. It’s a perfect way to relax and discover the more picturesque parts of the town. To obtain a copy of the floral trail leaflet, visit the Lord Street Tourist Information Centre or call +44 (0)1704 533333.
The jewel in Southport’s crown has got to be the Botanic Gardens and museum, people travel from near and far to enjoy the horticultural splendour of its surroundings. Laced with Victorian elegance and awardwinning floral displays, you’ll find a number of features that make the Botanic Gardens a truly special spot. From the lake where boat trips can be taken to wrought iron bridges to the bluebell trail, there is a marvellous choice of things to see and do. 22
If you’re feeling peckish, pop in to the café for a bite to eat followed by a visit to the shop, fernery or free to enter museum. There’s also a pets corner, wildlife area, road train, nursery shop, miniature golf course and a bandstand with programme of music on Sunday afternoons. 23
england’s golfing capital tee off in
If golf’s your sport, Southport is undoubtedly the place to stay. With six of the UK’s best links courses and 108 handicap testing holes, its reputation as ‘England’s Golfing Capital’ is well earned. Within half an hours drive of the town centre there are a total of 15 top courses – with the championship courses of Royal Birkdale, Hillside, Southport & Ainsdale lined up side by side. Hesketh, Formby, Formby Ladies and West Lancs. are also only a short drive from the town centre. Formby Hall Golf Resort and Spa will be the home of the PGA’s only UK Residential Golf Academy. The course has also just opened a luxurious new spa facility along with 62 four-star bedrooms and a new nine hole course alongside its existing 18 holes. Southport is at the heart of England’s Golf Coast, which is also home to the Royal Liverpool and Royal Lytham and St Annes courses. To request your copy of the England’s Golf Coast Guide visit www.englandsgolfcoast.com or call Southport Tourist Information Centre on +44 (0)1704 533333.
The Open Championship 2008 One of the world’s most prestigious golfing competitions, The Open Championship is returning to Southport this year. Hosted by Royal Birkdale, just five minutes from the town centre, the championship returns to the club for the ninth time between the 17 & 20 July. 24
Formed in 1889 and cited as England’s first links course, Royal Birkdale is the perfect venue for this fantastic sporting event. The club has also hosted the Ryder Cup, Walker Cup, Curtis Cup, Women’s British Open, Amateur Championships, Ladies British Amateur as well as hosting eight previous Open Championships. 25
international cuisine
and style
the world is your oyster You can enjoy a mouth-watering range of International and British cuisine in Southport, as the town is home to over 200 restaurants, tea rooms, café bars and pubs – all contributing to Southport’s aim of becoming the ‘Gourmet Capital of the North West’. You can dine in one of our quality à la carte establishments for a delicious evening meal, experience the flavours of the Far East or enjoy a traditional English cream tea – the choice is yours. From Mexican to Chinese and Lebanese to Italian there really is something for everyone. And if you fancy a traditional seaside treat there are a number of award-winning fish and chip restaurants too. The only difficult dining decision you’ll have to make is which restaurants to try this time and which to leave until your next visit. Whether it’s for a romantic meal, a celebratory dinner or just simply a chance to unwind, there’ll be the ideal choice in Southport.
The Southport Restaurateurs Association was set up by a group of like-minded restaurateurs – all keen to offer diners an exceptional culinary experience. You can see a full list of the Associations members in the ‘Useful Contacts’ section of this guide or pop into the Lord Street Tourist Information Centre to pick up a copy of the Southport Restaurant Guide. Alternatively call +44 (0)1704 533333 to request a copy. 26
All the Association’s members pride themselves on their high standards, delicious menu offerings, flawless customer service and great value for money meals. Their easy reference guide is split into three sections, The Best of British, A Taste of Europe and Around the World all aimed at helping you decide where to eat – whatever your tastes. For more information on the Southport Restaurateurs Association log onto www.visitsouthport.com 27
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Southport’s also got its fair share of traditional pubs as well as a number of fashionable clubs and wine-bars. So whether it’s a pint and quiet corner or a place to bop ‘til you drop – there really is something for everyone. The resort’s also home to the famous Southport Weekender, held twice a year at the Pontins Holiday Complex, on the outskirts of the town. For more information visit www.southportweekender.co.uk Best of all, Southport feels incredibly safe throughout the day and night, which, can only add to your enjoyment.
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night after night of entertainment What makes a great night out? A classic theatre production? Dancing the night away in a club? Or watching the latest film with a bucket of popcorn? There’s a chance to do all of these, plus many more ways to spend your evening in Southport. The Southport Theatre and Convention Centre on the Promenade has a busy programme of shows throughout the year, attracting performers from all over the world. An extensive programme of productions is also staged at the Southport Arts Centre, ranging from music and comedy in the main theatre to cabaret style performances in its studios. There’s a quality choice of amateur shows at the Little Theatre too, all this situated in the town centre. For film fanatics and movie buffs, a trip to our seven-screen cinema is a must. It’s situated at Ocean Plaza, which is also home to a number of branded restaurants as well as the Premier Bowl 20-lane tenpin bowling alley. If you’re after some traditional seaside fun why not opt for a game of bingo or up the ante and pay a visit to Southport’s very own casino?
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choice for a great day out
more
Just outside Southport’s town centre there are many more attractions, all well worth a visit. Head along Rotten Row, the longest herbaceous border in the country, to the model boating pond – which also features a miniature steam railway – a must-see for all model fans. Within a half hours drive from Southport are Antony Gormley’s famous iron men statues –the ‘Another Place’ installation. Situated on Crosby beach these iconic pieces of art are truly breathtaking and well worth adding to your itinerary. Churchtown is a picturesque settlement which dates back to the Domesday Book. It offers plenty of places to stop for a bite to eat plus it’s home to the floral beauty of the Botanic Gardens and the grand manor house, Meols Hall.
Southport is also close to three of the country’s best racecourses – Aintree, Haydock Park and Chester. Aintree Racecourse is home to the world-famous John Smith’s Grand National, which takes place from the 3-5 April this year. If you visit this unforgettable race meeting or one of the many other dates in their calendar, you’ll see the £35 million investment made in the two new grandstands, a pavilion and international equestrian centre. 38
Other great days out around Southport include Liverpool’s Albert Dock and The Beatles Story, Wigan Pier, the Blue Planet Aquarium, Knowsley Safari Park and the World of Glass in St Helens‌ the list is almost endless. 2008 sees Liverpool become Capital of Culture, so visit the city in this truly prestigious year. 39
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European Capital of Culture
2008
Liverpool city region Liverpool is at the centre of a dynamic area containing seaside resorts, breathtaking landscapes, vibrant towns and villages. The Liverpool City Region has so much to offer families, groups of friends, tours and culture vultures that it’s little wonder that UNESCO and the EU have chosen to honour it in recent years. Over to the south and west is the Wirral Peninsula, a golfing paradise with its outstanding natural beauty and popular coastal towns. Attractions include the Lady Lever Art Gallery, Spaceport and Sunlight Vision Museum in the picturesque Port Sunlight Village. To the east is St. Helens with attractions such as The World of Glass, Haydock Park Racecourse and St. Helens Rugby Club. Halton, a place steeped in local history with Norton Priory and award winning arts centre and theatre The Brindley and Knowsley, famed for its Safari Park and Hall and now home to new attractions Ariel Extreme and the Land Rover Experience.
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Liverpool’s
2008 activities Already renowned throughout the world for its World Heritage status, architecture, music, literature, arts and sports, in 2008 Liverpool will stage the cultural party of a lifetime. Its European Capital of Culture status will see it hosting a spectacular range of events across the year. There will be hundreds of events and with most of them free of charge, there will be something for everyone. Highlights include the Official Opening Weekend, Sir Simon Rattle and the Berliner Philharmoniker, the Tall Ships’ Races 2008, Liverpool Sound and the fifth international Biennial. The city’s galleries such as Tate Liverpool, The Walker Art Gallery and FACT will showcase work from Gustav Klimt, Monet, Hopper, Pipilotti Rist and Niki de Saint Phalle. For further information and a full events programme for 2008 visit www.liverpool08.com
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the cultural greats of
tomorrow
Liverpool has more museums and galleries than any English city outside of London. 2008 sees the opening of the 10,000-seat ACC Liverpool’s own multipurpose arena where sports as diverse as motocross and darts will be held; the venue will also see comedy, conferences and concerts so is sure to become a cornerstone of Liverpool’s community. The Liverpool One retail development reaches its conclusion in 2008. Its completion will add to the city’s retail offer to join with the likes of Vivienne Westwood, Armani and Hugo Boss who reside in the centre. Liverpool has also reinforced its maritime links thanks to the massive development on the waterfront seeing great cruise liners like the QE2 alongside the Three Graces once again. For more information on Liverpool and the Liverpool City Region go to www.visitliverpool.com
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spring into
action
True garden splendour Churchtown’s Botanic Gardens are beautiful all year round and there’s plenty to see and do. But pay them a visit in the spring to catch the flowers and bulbs emerging as the gardens burst into colour. Quintessentially English After the gardens pay a visit to the charming, traditional village of Churchtown. Thatched-roof cottages, tiny quaint cafes, brilliantly British pubs and specialist boutique shops are just a few of the gems you’ll find. Laze on the lake For watery fun hire a boat on Southport’s Marine Lake or take a ride on our very own Mississippi style paddle steamer – the Southport Belle. Tee off for fun A guaranteed family favourite is our Crazy Golf course, practise your swing and see if you can beat the silly obstacles. For the more advanced, visit our Pitch and Putt golfing green – both situated near to the Marine Lake.
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Summer
time fun
Meander down our Pier Take a stroll down our famous Pier or if you don’t fancy the walk hop on board our unique Pier tram. It’s the country’s oldest surviving iron Pier as well as being the second longest, as a Grade II listed building it’s a superb piece of the town’s heritage. Get back to nature To escape the summer sun, pay a visit to Formby Point and the Pinewoods. A great place to take in some fresh air and see the endangered species of Red Squirrels. Fun at the fair Thrill-seekers will love the white-knuckle rides and traditional attractions that Southport’s amusement park has to offer. Situated just opposite Dunes Splash World near the Promenade.
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autumn
delights
Shopper’s heaven Lord Street has almost a mile of canopied shopping, with quality stores and Victorian arcades full of exclusive shops. Then stroll through the town’s gardens to newly pedestrianised Chapel Street where you’ll find all your favourite high street names and brands. Floral resort Southport’s known for its floral displays in and around the town centre. Take an hour or two to soak up the beauty of the town’s gardens and fountains and why not a pay visit to another of our charming outdoor spaces – Hesketh Park? Slots of fun Silcock’s Funland amusement centre is brimming with a variety of arcade games and machines and is the perfect way to while away an afternoon.
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Splash-tastic It’s a balmy 84 degrees Fahrenheit all year round in our fantastic new water park, Splash World – perfect to grab a winter warm! There are river rapids, slides and flumes as well as a poolside bar serving delicious dishes, which will go down a treat after you’ve worked up an appetite in the water. Visit Ocean Plaza Ocean Plaza is a shoppers delight! After visiting the Plaza’s variety of branded stores, your credit cards will be begging for mercy. It’s also great for a bite to eat – being home to a number of well-known restaurants. Coastal walks Southport and Sefton are well known for their 22 mile stretch of unspoilt sand dunes, Pinewoods and beaches. Truly the perfect setting for a romantic walk or afternoon stroll – any season.
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Whether you’re travelling by road, rail, air or sea– Southport’s easily accessible.
BY CAR From the South, take the M6 to exit 26; the M58 will take you to Ormskirk and then take the A570 to Southport. From the north, follow the A59 from Preston (exit 31 from the M6) and then follow the signs to Southport.
BY RAIL Services to Southport run right through the year. A fast and frequent rail service runs between Liverpool City Centre and Southport. Rail connections to Southport from Scotland, the North and the rest of the country are available via Manchester and Wigan stations – both have trains that then run to Southport.
BY COACH National Express coaches serve Southport from all major UK towns and cities.
BY AIR Daily flights are scheduled to Liverpool John Lennon Airport from Dublin, Belfast, Cork, the Isle of Man, Alicante, Amsterdam, Brussels, Nice and Malaga to name but a few. For more details visit www.liverpoolairport.com Manchester Airport and Blackpool Airport are also nearby and are approximately an hours drive from Southport.
BY SEA Daily sailings from Belfast, Dublin and the Isle of Man to Liverpool are available.
PARK AND RIDE FACILITIES Two park and ride facilities operate in Southport. One from the Eco Visitor Centre situated on Southport’s Esplanade and the other from Kew (access from A570 Southport Road). Both operate frequent bus services to Southport town centre and cost £1 per car.
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useful contacts This section comprises of a handy A-Z directory, useful information and contact details. Please remember, if dialling from outside the UK, +44 replaces the 0 in the dialing code eg. 01704 becomes +441704.
ATTRACTIONS - LOCAL Ainsdale Discovery Centre The Promenade, Shore Road, Ainsdale, Southport, PR8 2QB Tel: 0151 934 2967 Fax: 01704 575628 Email: coast.countryside@leisure.sefton.gov.uk Website: www.sefton.gov.uk Atkinson Art Gallery Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1DH Tel: 0151 934 2110 Fax: 0151 934 2109 Email: atkinson.gallery@leisure.sefton.gov.uk Website: www.seftonarts.co.uk Boat Trips (Marine Lake) Southport Watersports, The Boat House, Promenade, Southport, PR9 0EA Tel: 01704 539701 Botanic Gardens Bankfield Lane, Churchtown, Southport PR9 7NB Tel: 01704 214164 Fax: 01704 214138 Botanic Gardens Museum Botanic Gardens, Bankfield Lane, Churchtown, Southport PR9 7NB Tel: 01704 227547 Fax: 01704 224112 Email: botanic-gardens.museum@leisure.sefton.gov.uk Website: www.seftonarts.co.uk British Lawnmower Museum Shakespeare Street, Southport, PR8 5AJ Tel: 01704 501336 Fax: 01704 500564 Email: museum@lawnmowerworld.com Website: www.lawnmowerworld.com Eco Visitor Centre The Esplanade, Southport, PR8 1RX Tel: 0151 934 2711 Fax: 01704 514338 Farmers Market Contact Southport Tourist Information Tel: 01704 533333 Farmer Ted’s Flatmans Lane, Downholland, Ormskirk, Lancs L39 7HW Tel: 0151 526 0002 Email: farmerted@farmerteds.com Website: www.farmerteds.com Hesketh Park & Café Albert Road, Southport PR9 9NW Tel: 01704 540070 Lakeside Miniature Railway Marine Parade, Southport Tel: 01772 745511 Fax: 0870 522 449 Email: webmaster@lakesideminiaturerailway.co.uk Website: www.lakesideminiaturerailway.co.uk Masters Putting Course Kings Gardens, Promenade, Southport Tel: 01704 535138 52
Mecca Bingo Garrick Parade, Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1RP Tel: 01704 533939 Fax: 01704 548234 Email: mecca@uk.rank.com Website: www.rank.com Meols Hall Botanic Road, Churchtown, Southport, PR9 7LZ Tel: 01704 228326 Fax: 01704 507185 Email: events@meolshall.com Website: www.meolshall.com Model Boating Pond Jubilee Pond, Rotten Row, Southport Contact Southport Tourist Information Tel: 01704 533333 Model Railway Village Lower Promenade, Kings Gardens, Southport, PR8 1QX Tel: 01704 538001 Email: jmjenkins@aol.com Website: www.southportmodelrailwayvillage.co.uk Ocean Plaza Marine Drive, Southport PR8 1SQ Tel/Fax: 01704 542074 Parks & Gardens in Southport Sefton Council Leisure Services, Magdelen House, 30 Trinity Road, Bootle L20 3NJ Tel: 0151 934 2315 Pitch & Putt Golf Princes Park, Southport Contact Southport Tourist Information Centre on 01704 533333 Pontins Pontin’s Southport Holiday Centre Shore Road, Southport PR8 2PZ Tel: 0870 601 0470 Website: www.pontins.com/centres/southport Silcock’s Funland Pier Forecourt, Promenade, Southport, PR8 1QX Tel: 01704 536733 Fax: 01704 531787 Email: office@silcock-leisure.co.uk Website: www.silcock-leisure.co.uk Southport Belle (Paddle Steamer) Southport Watersports, The Boat House Marine Lake, Southport Tel: 01704 539701 Fax: 01704 541990 Southport Market Hall King Street, Southport, PR8 1LA Tel: 0151 934 2009 Southport Pier c/o Southport Tourist Information Centre, Lord Street, Southport Tel: 01704 533333 Fax: 01704 500175 Email: info@visitsouthport.com Website: www.visitsouthport.com
useful contacts Splash World The Esplanade, Southport, PR8 1RX Tel: 01704 537160 Website: www.splashworldsouthport.com Stanley Grand Casino 180 Lord Street, Southport, PR9 0QG Tel: 01704 537427 Fax: 01704 554458 Website: www.stanleycasinos.com VUE Cinemas, Ocean Plaza Marine Drive, Southport PR8 1SQ Tel: 08712 240240 Website: www.myvue.com Wayfarers Arcade Lord Street, Southport PR8 1NT Tel: 01704 539077 Email: enquiries@wayfarers-arcade.co.uk Website: www.wayfarersarcade.co.uk
ATTRACTIONS - REGIONAL British Waterways Marina Ltd. Head Office, Sawley Marina, Sawley, Long Eaton, Notts NG10 3AE Tel: 0115 973 4278 Fax: 0115 946 2129 Leisure Lakes - Caravan & Camping Park Mere Brow, Tarleton, Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6JX Tel: 01772 813446 Fax: 01772 816250 Email: gab@leisurelakes.co.uk Website: www.visitbritain.co.uk Martin Mere Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust, Fish Lane, Burscough, Lancashire, L40 0TA Tel: 01704 895181 Fax: 01704 892343 Email: info.martinmere@wwt.org.uk Website: www.wwt.org.uk Rufford Old Hall 200 Liverpool Road, Rufford, Nr Ormskirk, L40 1SG Tel: 01704 821254 Fax: 01704 823823 Email: ruffordoldhall@nationaltrust.org.uk Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk West Lancashire Light Railway Station Road, Hesketh Bank, Near Preston, Lancashire, PR4 6SS Tel: 01772 815881 Fax: 0845 130 3777 Email: sec@westlancs.org Website: www.westlancs.org Wigan Pier Experience Wigan Pier, Trencherfield Mill, Wigan, WN3 4EL Tel: 01942 323666 Fax: 01942 701927 Email: wiganpier@wlct.org Website: www.wiganpier.net Windmill Animal Farm Red Cat Lane, Burscough, Lancashire, L40 1UQ Tel: 01704 892282 Fax: 01704 896282 Email: info@windmillanimalfarm.co.uk Website: www.windmillanimalfarm.co.uk For more information contact the Tourist Information Centres - Southport and Liverpool – or visit www.englandsnorthwest.com
BOWLS & BOWLING Premier Bowl, Southport Marine Drive, Southport PR8 1SQ Tel: 01704 543569 Fax: 01704 533289 Southport Bowling Club (Flat Green) Kings Gardens, The Promenade, Southport Correspondence address: c/o Club Secretary, Jack Moore, 54 Garstang Road, Southport, PR9 9XU Tel: 01704 501388 (club house) Tel: 01704 229707 (club secretary) Website: http://bowlsdm.users.btopenworld.com
BRIDGE CLUBS Southport Bridge Club 12 Albert Road, Southport, PR9 0LE Tel: 01704 530411 Email: southportbc@aol.com Website: www.lcba.co.uk Tudor Court Bridge Club Tudor Court Centre, 33 Talbot Street, Southport, PR8 1HS
CHURCHES & PLACES OF WORSHIP A list of churches and places of worship (all denominations) is available from the Tourist Information Centre - Southport
CONFERENCE SERVICES Conference & Corporate Sales Section The Promenade, Southport, PR9 0DZ Tel: 0151 934 2402 Fax: 0151 934 2437 Email: maxine@SouthportConferences.com Website: www.SouthportConferences.com
COAST & COUNTRYSIDE
Sefton Leisure Services Coast & Countryside Service Ainsdale Discovery Centre The Promenade, Shore Road, Ainsdale, Southport, PR8 2QB Tel: 0151 934 2967 Fax: 01704 575628 Email: coast.countryside@leisure.sefton.gov.uk Website: www.seftonsnaturalcoast.com Formby Red Squirrel Reserve Victoria Road, Freshfield, Formby, Liverpool L37 1LJ Tel: 01704 878591 Fax: 01704 835378 Email: formby@nationaltrust.org.uk Website: www.nationaltrust.org.uk Formby Point Lifeboat Road, Formby, Liverpool. C/o The Ainsdale Discovery Centre, Ainsdale, Southport, PR8 2QB Tel: 0151 934 2967 Fax: 01704 575628 Email: coast.countryside@leisure.sefton.gov.uk Website: www.sefton.gov.uk 53
useful contacts CROQUET Southport & Birkdale Croquet Club Victoria Park, Rotten Row, Southport, PR8 2BZ Tel: 07719 753257 Email: tonythomas@southportcroquet.co.uk Website: www.southportcroquet.co.uk
CRICKET Southport & Birkdale Sports Club Trafalgar Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 2HF Tel/Fax: 01704 569951 Email: enquiry@sandbsportsclub.co.uk Website: www.sandbsportsclub.co.uk
EMERGENCY/SUPPORT SERVICES Chemists (Dispensing) Boots the Chemist, 31-39 Chapel Street, Southport Castletown Chemists Ltd, 13 Union Street, Southport O’Briens Chemist, 659 Lord Street, Southport Superdrug Stores PLC, 10 Eastbank Street, Southport Citizens Advice Bureau 24 Wright Street, Southport, Merseyside, PR9 0TL Tel: 01704 531456 Fax: 01704 564821 Fire Brigade Tel: 999 in an emergency Hospital Southport & Formby District General Hospital Town Lane, Southport PR8 6PN Tel: 01704 547471 Tel: 999 in an emergency Police Albert Road, Southport PR9 0LL Tel: 0151 709 6010 Tel: 999 in emergency
EVENTS Events Hotline Tel. 01704 533333 Email: info@visitsouthport.com Website: www.visitsouthport.com
FISHING Tightlines Angling Centre 2 Hampton Road, Southport, PR8 6SS Tel: 01704 541014
GOLF COURSES Aintree Golf Centre Melling Road, Aintree, Liverpool, L9 5AS Tel: 0151 523 5157 Bootle Golf Course Dunnings Bridge Road, Litherland, Liverpool, L30 2PP Tel: 0151 928 1371 Fax: 0151 949 1815 Email: bootlegolfcourse@btconnect.com
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Formby Golf Club Golf Road, Formby, Liverpool, L37 1YH Tel: 01704 872164 Fax: 01704 833028 Email: info@formbygolfclub.co.uk Website: www.formbygolfclub.co.uk Formby Hall Golf Resort & Spa Southport Old Road, Formby, Liverpool, L37 0AB PGA Academy Tel: 01704 875699 Website: www.formbyhallgolfclub.co.uk Formby Ladies Golf Club Golf Road, Formby, Liverpool, L37 1YH Tel: 01704 873493 Fax: 01704 834 654 Email: secretary@formbyladiesgolfclub.co.uk Website: www.formbyladiesgolfclub.co.uk Hesketh Golf Club Cockle Dick’s Lane, Off Cambridge Road, Southport, PR9 9QQ Tel: 01704 536897 Fax: 01704 539250 Email: secretary@heskethgolfclub.co.uk Website: www.heskethgolfclub.co.uk Hillside Golf Club Hastings Road, Hillside, Southport, PR8 2LU Tel: 01704 567169 Fax: 01704 563192 Email: secretary@hillside-golfclub.co.uk Website: www.hillside-golfclub.co.uk Hurlston Hall Golf Club Hurlston Hall, 56 Moorefield Lane, Scarisbrick, Lancs, L40 8JD Tel: 01704 840400 Fax: 01704 841404 Email: info@hurlstonhall.co.uk Website: www.hurlstonhall.co.uk Mossock Hall Golf Club Liverpool Road, Bickerstaffe, Lancashire, L39 0EE Tel: 01695 421717 Fax: 01695 424961 Ormskirk Golf Club Cranes Lane, Lathom, Ormskirk, L40 5UJ Tel/Fax: 01695 572227 Email: mail@ormskirkgolfclub.com www.ormskirkgolfclub.com Royal Birkdale Golf Club Waterloo Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 2LX Tel: 01704 567920 Fax: 01704 562327 Email: secretary@royalbirkdale.com Website: www.royalbirkdale.com Royal Liverpool Golf Club Meols Drive, Hoylake, Wirral, CH47 4AL Tel: 0151 632 3101 Fax: 0151 632 6737 Email: secretary@royal-liverpool-golf.com Website: www.royal-liverpool-golf.com Southport & Ainsdale Golf Club Bradshaws Lane, Ainsdale, Southport, PR8 3LG Tel: 01704 578000 Fax: 01704 570896 Email: secretary@sandagolfclub.co.uk Website: www.sandagolfclub.co.uk
useful contacts Southport Municipal Golf Course Park Road West, Southport, PR9 0JS Tel: 01704 535286 Email: topgolf@cliffeaster.fsnet.co.uk Website: www.eastergolf.com
105.4 Century FM Laser House, Waterfront Quay, Salford Quays, Manchester, M50 3XW Tel: 0161 886 8800 Fax: 0161 886 8811 Website: www.1054centuryfm.com
Southport Old Links Golf Club Moss Lane, Churchtown, Southport, PR9 7QS Tel: 01704 228207 Fax: 01704 505353 Email: secretary@solgc.freeserve.co.uk
Dune FM 107.9 FM The Power Station, Victoria Way, Southport PR8 1RR Tel: 01704 502500 Fax: 01704 502540 Email: info@dunefm.co.uk Website: www.dunefm.co.uk
West Lancashire Golf Club Hall Road West, Blundellsands, Liverpool, L23 8SZ Tel: 0151 924 1076 Fax: 0151 931 4448 Email: golf@westlancashiregolf.co.uk Website: www.westlancashiregolf.co.uk
HEALTH SPA Portland Hall Spa 17a Portland Street, Southport PR8 1LJ Tel: 01704 537733 Fax: 01704 543113
HORSE RIDING
Radio City 96.7 FM St Johns Beacon, 1 Houghton Street, Liverpool, L1 1RL Tel: 0151 472 6800 (reception) Fax: 0151 472 6821 Website: www.radiocity.co.uk Rock FM 97.4 FM St Pauls Square, Preston, PR1 1YE Tel: 01772 477700 Fax: 01772 477760 Website: www.rockfm.co.uk
RESTAURANTS Southport Restaurateurs Association Members
Becconsall Stables Moss Hey Lane, Tarleton, PR4 6LB Tel: 01772 813774 Website: www.becconsallstables.co.uk Halsall Riding & Livery Centre Gregory Lane, Ormskirk, L39 8SP Tel. 01704 840001 Email: enquiries@hallsallridingliverlycentre.co.uk Website: www.hallsallridingliverlycentre.co.uk
MOBILITY & ACCESS Alliance Chemist 34 Shakespeare Street, Southport, PR8 5AB Tel: 01704 532326 Fax: 01704 538439 Castletown Homecare 15 Union Street, Southport, PR9 0QF Tel: 01704 532567 Fax: 01704 532567 Email: castletownhomecare@hotmail.com Shopmobility Link Tulketh Street, Southport, PR8 1AN Tel: 01704 546654/500996 Fax: 01704 501506 Email: southportshopmobility@btopenworld.com Website: www.southportshopmobility.co.uk
RADIO - LOCAL STATIONS BBC Radio Merseyside 31 College Lane, Liverpool L1 3BS Tel: 0151 708 5500 Fax: 0151 794 0909 Email: radio.merseyside@bbc.co.uk Website: www.bbc.co.uk/liverpool BBC Radio Lancashire 20-26 Darwen Street, Blackburn, Lancashire, BB2 2EA Tel: 01254 262411 Fax: 01254 680821 Text: 07786 201955 Email: radio.lancashire@bbc.co.uk Website: www.bbc.co.uk/lancashire
Alamir Lebanese Bistro 93 Eastbank Street, Southport, PR8 1DG Tel: 01704 544615 Auberge Brasserie 1b & 3 Seabank Road, Southport, PR9 0EW Tel: 01704 530671 Website: www.auberge-brasserie.com The Barking Frog 137-141 Manchester Road, Southport, PR9 9BD Tel: 01704 545132 Cambridge 129 129 Cambridge Road, Southport, PR9 9SD Tel: 01704 226129 Website: www.cambridge129.com Casa Italia 517 Lord Street, Southport, PR9 0BB Tel: 01704 533402 Website: www.casaitalia.co.uk Cloisters Dining Rooms Bank Passage, Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1NZ Tel: 01704 535153 Email: info@cloistersrestaurant.com Website: www.cloistersrestaurant.com Core Eastbank Street Square, Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1NY Tel: 01704 530002 Website: www.corebar.com 55
useful contacts
Crystals Restaurant & Bar 43 Liverpool Road, Birkdale, Southport, PR8 4AG Tel: 01704 551881 Website: www.crystalsrandb.com
Nando’s Ocean Plaza, Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 1SB Tel: 01704 537315 Website: www.nandos.co.uk
The Curzon Restaurant 519 Lord Street, Southport, PR9 0BB Tel: 01704 534782 Email: enquiry@thecurzon.co.uk Website: www.thecurzon.co.uk
Nostalgia Tea Rooms 215-217 Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1PF Tel: 01704 501294 Email: nostalgiatearoom@btconnect.com
Darcys Tea & Dining Rooms 52 Eastbank Street, Southport, PR8 1ES Tel: 01704 543290 Email: info@darcystearooms.co.uk Website: www.darcystearooms.co.uk The Dining Rooms on West Street Alexandra and Victoria Hotel, 38 The Promenade, Southport, PR8 1QU Tel: 01704 548549 Website: www.aandv.co.uk Fifty One The Promenade 51 The Promenade, Southport, PR9 0DX Tel: 01704 510051 Website: www.thepromenade.co.uk Forge Brasserie Queen Anne Street, Southport PR8 1EH Tel: 01704 500522 Website: www.forgebrasserie.co.uk Fuego’s Restaurant 3-5 Stanley Street, Southport, PR9 0BY Tel: 01704 514040 Gusto Trattoria 58-62 Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1QB Tel: 01704 544255 Email: info@gustotrattoria.co.uk Website: www.gustotrattoria.co.uk The Kasturi 40 Eastbank Street, Southport PR8 1ET Tel: 01704 533102 or 01704 513400 Website: www.kasturiindiancuisine.co.uk Knightsbridge Restaurant Scarisbrick Hotel, Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1NZ Tel: 01704 543000 Email: info@scarisbrickhotel.com Website: www.scarisbrickhotel.com Lings on Kings 52 King Street, Southport PR8 1JX Tel: 01704 530169 Email: lingsonkings@yahoo.co.uk Lords Cafe Bar 659 Lord Street, Southport PR9 0AW Tel: 01704 543814 Website: www.lordscafebar.co.uk Lounge Inn 3-5 Bold Street, Southport PR9 0DD Tel: 01704 510300 Website: www.loungeinn.co.uk 56
Oriental Delight Restaurant 63 Southport Road, Scarisbrick, Southport, PR8 5JF Tel: 01704 512012 Email: bookings@oriental-delight-restaurant.co.uk Website: www.oriental-delight-restaurant.co.uk Tree Tops Restaurant Southport Old Road, Formby, Mersyside L37 0AB Tel: 01704 572430 Website: www.treetopsformby.co.uk The Vincent Restaurant 98 Lord Street, Southport PR8 1JR Tel: 01704 534400 Website: www.thevincenthotel.com Warehouse Brasserie 30 West Street, Southport, PR8 1QN Tel: 01704 544662 Website: www.warehousebrasserie.co.uk Non Association Restaurants (see advertisements on pages 31-35) Brewers Fayre Ocean Plaza, Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 1RY Tel: 01704 513002 or 08701 977 701 Claudes 98 Botanic Road, Churchtown, Southport, PR9 7NE Tel: 01704 228334 Dolphin Restaurant Scarisbrick Avenue, Southport PR8 1NW Tel: 01704 538251 A comprehensive list of other dining establishments is available from the Southport Tourist Information Centre.
SAILING Southport Sailing Club Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 1RY Tel: 01704 530619 Email: webmaster@southportsailingclub.org.uk Website: www.southportsailingclub.org.uk Waterside Lodge Activity Centre Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 1RY Tel: 01704 510900 West Lancashire Yacht Club Marine Drive, Southport, PR8 1RY Tel: 01704 530840 Email: admin@wlyc.org.uk Website: www.wlyc.org.uk
SPORTS & LEISURE CENTRES Dunes Leisure Centre The Esplanade, Southport, PR8 1RX Tel: 01704 537160 Fax: 01704 395309 Email: dunes@leisure.sefton.gov.uk www.sefton.gov.uk
useful contacts THEATRE Little Theatre Southport Hoghton Street, Southport, PR9 0PA Tel: 01704 530521 Email: infosdc@merseymail.com or inforscd@supernet.com Website: www.littletheatresouthport.co.uk Southport Arts Centre Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1DB Tel: 01704 540011 Fax: 0151 934 2126 Email: admin@seftonarts.co.uk Website: www.seftonarts.co.uk Southport Theatre and Convention Centre The Promenade, Southport, PR9 0DZ Tel: 0870 607 7560 (Ticketmaster) 01704 500036 (groups hotline) 0800 587 5007 (free fone) Fax: 01704 536841 Email: southporttheatre@livenation.co.uk Website: www.southporttheatre.org.uk
TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRES Southport Tourist Information 112 Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1NY Tel: 01704 533333 (Accommodation bookings & general enquiries) Fax: 01704 500175 Email: info@tourism.sefton.gov.uk
Car Parking Information Tel: 0845 140 0845
National Rail Enquiries 08457 484950 Website: www.nationalrail.com Merseytravel (bus, train & ferry) 24 Hatton Garden, Liverpool, L3 2AN Tel: 0870 608 2608 Travelline: 0871 200 2233 Website: www.merseytravel.gov.uk Sea Travel Isle of Man Steam Packet, Princes Landing Stage, Nr. Pier Head, Liverpool L3 1DL Tel: 0870 552 3523 (UK) Website: www.steam-packet.com Email: belfast.reservations@steam-packet.com Camping and Caravan Contact Tourist Information Centre, Southport Tel: 01704 533333 Taxis - local licensed hire and reward vehicle operators (with more than one vehicle) Agincourt Carriages (Landau Horse Omnibuses) Tel: 01704 224383 or 07916 335038 Ainsley Carriages (Landau Horse Omnibuses) Tel: 01704 543244
Liverpool Tourist Information 08 Place, 36-38 White Chapel, Liverpool L1 6DZ
All White Cars (Private Hire) Tel: 01704 537777
Albert Dock Centre, Atlantic Pavilion, Albert Dock, Liverpool L3 4AE
Central Cabs (Private Hire & Hackney Cabs) Tel: 0800 544414
South Terminal, Liverpool John Lennon Airport Tel: 0845 8700123 (accommodation bookings - UK) Email: info@liverpooldirect.com Website: www.visitliverpool.com
TRANSPORT
Kwik Cars (Private Hire & Hackney Cabs) Tel: 01704 547000 MD Travel (Private Hire & PSV) Tel: 01704 211555 Phoenix Cars (Private Hire) Tel: 01704 878585
Airports Blackpool International Airport Squires Gate Lane, Blackpool FY4 2QY Tel: 0871 855 6868 Email: info@blackpoolairport.com Website: www.blackpoolinternational.com
Yellow Top Taxis Tel: 01704 531000
Liverpool John Lennon Airport, Liverpool, L24 1YD Tel: 0870 129 8484 (General Enquiries), 0906 108 8484 (Flight Information only, call charged at 17p per min inc VAT) Fax: 0151 907 1500 Website: www.liverpoolairport.com
Tarleton Carriages (Landau Horse Omnibuses & Weddings) Tel: 07816 163042 / 01772 812537
Manchester International Airport, Manchester, M90 1QX Tel: 0161 489 3000 Fax: 0161 489 3813 Website: www.manchesterairport.com Bus Services Arriva Travel, Customer Services, Arriva North West & Wales 73 Ormskirk Road, Aintree, Liverpool, L9 5AE Tel: 0870 120 1088 Fax: 0151 523 6134/525 9556 Email: customer.services@arrivanw.co.uk Website: www.arrivabus.co.uk
Rimmers Cars (Private Hire) Tel: 01704 831212
Radio Village Cars (Private Hire) Tel: 01704 877777
USEFUL WEBSITES www.visitsouthport.com www.golf-england.co.uk www.englandsgolfcoast.com www.britishresorts.co.uk www.southportconferences.com www.southportgrouptravel.com www.southporthotels.org www.englandsnorthwest.com 57
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Information contained in this guide is produced in good faith and is correct at the time of going to press. Sefton MBC accepts no liability for inaccuracies or subsequent changes to events. The businesses and organisations listed in this guide are not intended as an exhaustive list and are intended to be indicative only. Sefton MBC does not include those named by recommendation or otherwise and their inclusion or omission should not be taken as an endorsement by the council as to the services offered by them. Photography: Dave McAleavy - Sefton MBC Leisure Services, Peter Owen, Atmosferik Photography, Andy Hibbert, Richard Kempton, Tom Walsh, Liverpool Photolibrary, RSPB, Ron Jones, David Fyles, Sue Dare, P Compton, Kevin Murray, Britain on View, Jon Stone, Geoffrey Lee. Design and artwork: Heckford Advertising, Preston Advertising Sales: Champion Newspapers
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