Location: Fleetwood
Top Things to do in Fleetwood
Top 6 Points of Interest & Landmarks in Fleetwood, England
Fleetwood is a town and civil parish within the Wyre district of Lancashire, England, lying at the northwest corner of the Fylde. It had a population of 25,939 people at the 2011 census. The site of the town has been continuously inhabited since the Middle Ages. Fleetwood acquired its modern character in the 1830s, when the principal landowner Peter Hesketh-Fleetwood, High Sheriff and MP, conceived an ambitious plan to re-develop the town to make it a busy seaport and railway spur. He commissioned the distinguished Victorian architect Decimus Burton to design a number of substantial civic buildings, including two lighthouses. Hesketh-Fleetwood's transport terminus schemes failed to materialise. The town expanded greatly in the first half of the 20th century with the growth of the UK fishing industry, and passenger ferries to the Isle of Man to become a deep-sea fishing port.
Restaurants in Fleetwood
1. Fisherman's Memorial
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Maggie_NHam - Nottingham, United Kingdom
I was just sauntering, actually being buffered, along the seafront and came across this installation, a set of poignant statues of girls greeting the return of loved ones, or were they also waving them off? I understand that folks want to leave floral tributes here, but leaving so many dead flowers in place detracts from these lovely statues. There's a nearby plaque that gives some useful information. A nice tribute to fishermen and their families to see as you walk along Fleetwood's seafront.
2. Rossall Point
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
The tower is operated by Wyre Council and manned by Wyre volunteer rangers who run events and provide information about the local coastal environment. The observation tower is open to the public so that they can learn about the coastal environment, bird life and plant life or just enjoy the view. The ground floor gallery has information about the local area and seasonal displays. There are two observation decks for bird watching and taking in the views over the beach to the Irish Sea and across Morecambe Bay to the Lakeland fells and the Forest of Bowland. Anyone who cannot make it to the top deck will be able to enjoy the view through a screen at ground floor level . The tower has been designed to look as though it is leaning into the wind and rises 42 feet above the sand dunes.
Reviewed By iancU4527CJ - Leeds, United Kingdom
the bird watching just before sun set what a sight waders on the beech as the tide comes in on a beautiful may evening its a real treat in such part of north blackpool.
3. Memorial Park Fleetwood
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 38 reviews
Memorial Park is a Grade II listed park designed and built in 1925 by renowned town planner Sir Patrick Abercrombie. The park is unique in that the entire grounds were created in commemoration of the First World War, unlike most conventional architectural memorials, and it is one of only a few listed war memorial parks and gardens in the country. Wyre Council has been awarded a grant of £2.4m from the Heritage Lottery Fund and the Big Lottery Fund to carry out a comprehensive restoration of the Grade II listed park and create a five year programme of events and activities to celebrate its heritage and the unique history of the town. The park remains open while work is underway and the restoration is due for completion in spring 2015.
Reviewed By 697tonib - Blackpool, United Kingdom
A lovely walk with my dog on a very grey Winters Day during Lockdown, January 2021. Lots of Soave for the fog to have fun, a lovely gated water area, a play area, picnic area and lovely War Memorial.
4. Historic Drinking Fountain
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
5. Sir Peter Hesketh Statue
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By 697tonib - Blackpool, United Kingdom
I love the attention to detail on the statue. There is even bunny poo next the bunny. Mr Hesketh carries a miniature replica of the Lower Lighthouse. Well worth a visit to see the founding father of Fleetwood.
6. The Pharos Lighthouse
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3.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By davidwilliambarnes - Blackpool, United Kingdom
Although this lighthouse is not accessible on the inside you cannot fail to admire this 93 foot building from the outside. It is made of sandstone, was built in 1839 and stands proud alongside the tram tracks.
