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21/12/2025

Thinking today of a tragedy that forever binds us with our 'neighbours across the bay', Southport. It's also the worst incident in RNLI history.

In December 1886, lifeboats from St Annes, Lytham and Southport launched to rescue the crew of the Mexico, a German barque being wrecked in a storm.

Only the Lytham boat returned.

27 brave lifeboatmen drowned, including the crew of the Laura Janet from St Annes on Sea.

Queen Victoria said: "A dreadful misfortune has happened on the Lancashire coast, the loss of lifeboats, and many lives, a terrible and inconceivable thing!"

Thinking also of the current crews on call over the festive season, and still guarding our sea and shore.

📷 With thanks to local historian David Hoyle.

20/12/2025

Over the next few days, there are people in St Annes on Sea who will get little or no time off.

Can we just take a minute to say a HUGE thank you to emergency workers, health and social care staff, and those who work in hospitality, under pressure to make sure everyone else has a good time!

Knowing this community, there will be people out cleaning the beach over Christmas too.

So, to everyone who goes that extra mile over Christmas and New Year in our lovely town, we see you, and we are grateful.

Photograph with thanks to Victor Burnside

19/12/2025

EXCITING NEWS to end the year.....

The St Annes International Kite Festival - our most popular and ever-growing FREE event - is confirmed for 2026, and the dates have been set!

The festival has to sit well with tide times, so for next year it's 4th to 6th September - put that date in your diary and spread the word.

Also confirmed is the spectacular Friday night illuminated kite flight. There will be a fairground on the beach again, street food on the Prom and possibly some additional activities.

This incredible event would not be possible without a great deal of hard work and dedication from SmileFactor10 and Fylde Council's Discover Fylde team. THANK YOU!

Night kite flight photograph with thanks to Gregg Wolstenholme photography
Daytime kites Relax St Annes on Sea

19/12/2025

These two cuties clearly love their walks on St Annes Beach, whatever the weather or season!

Thank you for sharing these lovely images Megan Richards.

18/12/2025

How lovely and Christmassy!

This fabulous photograph of Fairhaven Lake's iconic buildings is by the talented Sharon Gee.

Fairhaven Lake and Gardens

18/12/2025

Apparently the chances of a white Christmas are small.

Perhaps January will bring days like this again...one of the most incredible days spent walking around St Annes on Sea in the early hours.

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17/12/2025

Mistletoe and wine....and they all had a good time.. when Cliff Richards and The Shadows regularly said 'we're all going on a summer holiday' in St Annes on Sea.

The hugely respected singer and his famous backing group are pictured in the garden of their rented home in Folkstone Road in the 60s, and on our amazing beach.

They loved riding horses from the stables that used to be behind The Vic pub too.

Clearly from the newspaper quote, Cliff loved his stays here. Wonder if he has snuck back for a visit?

Did you ever see Cliff or someone else famous in St Annes?

📷 With thanks to local historian John Roberts.

16/12/2025

Congratulations and the best of luck to the new management team at Keg n Cask.

This friendly real ale bar in St Andrews Road South, St Annes on Sea, has become a popular 'drinking hole' year round.

16/12/2025

Some incredible Christmas coastal creations by the talented Beach4Art family.

Maybe in 2026 St Annes on Sea could host a massive beach art festival, and we could attract them here.

The sand artist Manu was a big hit at the kite festival last year.

15/12/2025

Excellent news about the future of St Annes swimming pool!

Fylde Council has announced that 'preferred bidder' Places Leisure will take over operation from 1st April 2026.

The current operator, YMCA, will continue until then, but chose not to bid for a new contract.

The council has already committed to spending £1.9 million on essential works at the seafront 'baths' in St Annes. Places Leisure, which operates 100 leisure facilities in the UK, has pledged to further "enhance the swimming experience for residents and visitors alike".

This indoor pool is an important asset for the town, so it's great to know it has a 'solid' future.

15/12/2025

Reflections on a wintery St Annes Beach.

Fabulous photo by Tony Cunliffe - thank you for sharing it with us!

14/12/2025

More planned changes to the town centre of St Annes on Sea will result in construction work starting 9th February 2026, and continuing for up to seven months.

One part of this is the 'Pier Link' project. This aims to make the transition between the beach and the Square smoother and more attractive. It appears to include a new crossing, planters and other street furniture that make this section of road (passed the Lord Derby) less 'bland'.

The second part runs in conjunction with the completion of The Sanctuary, the new luxury spa and hospitality venue being created in the old 'JR Taylor' building. That is an exciting private investment, but it has sadly meant disruption for businesses on Garden Street.

"The Garden Street Project" will see £1.5m (funded by Fylde Council and Fylde UK Shared Prosperity funding) spent on making the transition between the Square and Ashton Gardens smoother and more attractive.

One of the first things people worry about when they hear of change, is losing the Victorian heritage at the heart of St Annes on Sea. Nothing in the plans disrupts the lovely architecture, and in fact, the plans seem to reinforce the ethos of 'garden town by the sea'.

These developments are coming - and they are part of a MasterPlan which aims to create a more resilient, versatile and vibrant seaside resort. It can't stand still, if wants to survive.

Please direct questions and concerns to Fylde Council. You can visit their website for more information - https://new.fylde.gov.uk/business/projects/pier-link-and-garden-street/

Overly aggressive, rude or political comments will be removed - and don't mention roads and pot holes please, as they are Lancashire County Council's remit!

📷 Thank you David Strickland.

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You've come to the right place if you want to RELAX in St Annes on Sea (more formally known as St Annes on the Sea).

This is a non-commercial and voluntary project to celebrate and promote St Annes on Sea. It is designed to inform and inspire residents, visitors and organisations considering investing in the town.

We share photographs, ideas and activities - as well as links to local businesses - to help you to find projects, pastimes, hobbies and great places to visit. It’s all that’s good about our beautiful, Victorian Garden Town by the Sea.

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