Location: Southport
Top Things to do in Southport
What to do and see in Southport, England: The Best Water & Amusement Parks
Southport (/ˈsaʊθpɔːrt/) is a large seaside town in Merseyside, England. At the 2001 census, it had a population of 90,336, making it the eleventh most populous settlement in North West England.
Restaurants in Southport
1. Model Railway Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 368 reviews
Reviewed By AnnieMerseyside
I haven’t been here since I was a very young child & it brought so so many happy childhood memories to my mind, however don’t remember it being so big. What I really found interesting is the quiz they give you upon entry & counting the fairies (darn ... we missed one pesky one)!! As I personally think that keeps people (young or old) entertained whilst still enjoying the experience and I mentioned this to the lady as we were leaving (sorry, didn’t get your name) and I told her how enjoyable it was (thanks for the map!!) and apparently they try to change the quiz & hidden figures throughout the different seasons. One thing I didn’t realise after speaking to a member of staff half way through how difficult it was for them to keep this running throughout the extremely hot weather the UK has recently been experiencing so well done for all staff to ensure members of the public could still come in & enjoy this, reliving some childhood memories like I did during the heatwave!!!! Would definitely recommend this to anyone, young or old, suitable for disabled to just go and have the same experience as we did xx
2. Southport Air Show
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 686 reviews
The largest Air Show in the North West in an annual event on Southport Beach. Each year the event attracts over 100,000 visitors to the seaside town of Southport.With military, historical, civilian and stunt aircraft in the air, and plenty of entertainment and attractions on the ground,this is an event for the entire family.
Reviewed By gordont428 - Barrow-in-Furness, United Kingdom
The Southport air show is definitely a calendar event for me and my grandchildren, there is so much to do. As well as the fabulous show displays including a Typhoon, Lancaster bomber and Spitfire, there are many static displays including the Army, who have vehicles to climb into and weapons on display, just off the beach for the children to get involved. They have model planes taking off and landing from the beach, these are not 'airfix' kits but huge models which are brilliant in there own right. The location is perfect, uninterrupted views on a beautiful sea front, great parking on the beach and lots of amenities near you. All the various fast food places are right there to keep everyone well fed and happy.
3. Silcock's Funland
4. Southport Pleasureland
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 1,292 reviews
With lots to see and do, rides to suit everyone Southport Pleasureland is a fantastic day out for the whole family. Clean, bright and bursting with activities for the whole family, Southport’s premier leisure attraction is sure to bring fun and laughter to every visitor. We have expanded the park with new rides to experience, performances around the park by our resident actors and magician, a new coffee area serving beautiful Illy coffee, fun and games on the stalls, gift shop, food and drink outlets. Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome in the park.
Reviewed By maxijynx
Highly recommended place to visit in Southport. Had a great time, very clean toilets and the staff were very friendly and very helpful. Great price all the big rides £3. Lots of places to sit and relax. A complete change from when I remembered it Will be coming back again. Well done Pleasureland. 5 Stars.
5. Splash World Southport
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 392 reviews
Southport's home to the fun all weather water park Dunes Splash World. Kept at a constant 84 degrees Fahrenheit it's the ideal place to visit no matter what the weather's like outside. With fast flumes and river rides, a relaxing bubble spa and a brand new, recently refurbished toddler area and water play area including tipping buckets and fountains so there's gallons of watery fun for everyone! There's a poolside cafe as well so after you've worked up an appetite pop in for some refreshments. Splash World forms part of the Dunes Splash World complex. As well as the leisure pool there is another 25 metre main pool, a toddler pool, a sauna cabin and steam suite and large sports hall. There is also a fantastic Fitness Suite with a massive range of state-of-the-art equipment and an activity studio with a wide and varied class programme. We are ideally located close to the park and ride, 10 minutes walk from the train station with good rail networks to Manchester and Liverpool/Chester. Close to the picturesque Lord Street, minutes walk from the beach and various other attractions, whether you come to Southport for the day or a short break, be sure to visit Splash World with family. Opening Hours: Term time: Mon-Fri Closed Sat & Sun 10:00 - 16:00 Splash World is open through school holidays. Check the website for details.
Reviewed By lesleyw653 - Bolton, United Kingdom
We went here with a 5 year old and 18 month old, fantastic day out with kids! Plenty to do with small slides for younger kids and large rides for older kids, the “splash zone” was brilliant for kids and child friendly floors, place was very clean, would defiantly go back again, ideal for “non swimmers” with arm bands although they do have a deeper part, lazy river was also great.....kids loved it and in the words of a 5 year old it was the best day out ever!
