Things to do in Lytham St Annes

Begin your day with brunch at one of Lytham’s trendiest food spots – Apricot. Indulge in their signature loaded hash browns, full breakfast or American-style pancakes. If you’re being good, there’s also delicious smoothie bowls for something sweet and poke bowls for a savoury fix. For an extra refreshing start to the morning try the homemade lavender lemonade. 

Learn all about your farmyard favourites at a family-run dairy farm. As part of the Animal Encounter Experience at Ridgeway Farm you’ll be introduced to the farm’s adorable residents by an expert keeper and have the chance to get up close and personal. Yes, you can cuddle a lamb!  

Next, head to Lytham Green and admire the iconic Lytham Windmill. The striking white structure has stood proudly in Lytham since 1805 and has since become synonymous with the area. It now houses a free-to-visit museum with interesting exhibits across four floors. If you’re a budding photographer, spend some time snapping pictures of the photogenic mill, with spectacular views of nearby Southport and North Wales also visible from the Green on a clear day. 

Whether you fancy a round of adventure golf, a game of bowls, or just a leisurely stroll – Fairhaven is a real community hub of activity. If you want to get on the lake, rent out a pedalo or rowing boat at the booking office. Spend a moment to pay your respects at The Spitfire Memorial too. It commemorates the magnificent wartime effort of the Lytham St Annes locals and is a tribute to the lost men and women of World War II. 

Thanks to miles of golden sand, St Annes Beach is one of the best beaches in Lancashire – and the country. Beyond the traditional seaside appeal of ice cream and donkey rides, the coastline teems with wildlife. The sand dunes at the southern end of the beach and the nearby Ribble Estuary are both excellent spots for birdwatching. Enjoy the calm atmosphere as you explore the coastline and nearby seafront gardens (don’t forget to say hello to the resident ducks) and then take a moment to scratch your nostalgic itch by playing on the 2p machines on the St Annes Pier. Continue to the end of this Victorian masterpiece for awe-inspiring views over the Irish Sea.

End the day with an ice-cold pint (other drinks available!) at Offshore. If you time it right, you could be enjoying dinner and drinks at this newly revamped inn whilst the sun sets over the Fylde coast. Choose from seasonal pub grub and local seafood, then head upstairs to your room for the night.