Beaches & Day TripsFree Entry

Southport

Victorian seaside town with a long sandy beach, Lord Street shopping, Marine Lake and Southport Pier.

MAIN ATTRACTIONS & FEATURES

Beach and Marine Lake, Southport Pier, Victorian architecture, funfair

Address

Southport, Merseyside, PR8/PR9 (various)

Opening Hours

Resort — open year-round

Admission

Free to visit; attractions priced individually

Parking

Multiple car parks in Southport (charges apply)

Public Transport

Rail links from Bolton typically require a change (e.g. via Wigan or Manchester)

Distance from town centre

~30 miles

Approx. travel time

~50–60 min drive

Accessibility

Promenade generally accessible

Family-Friendly

Yes