Southport Family Fun - No matter what time of the year there are places to go





Southport has always been a favorite with families, with so many attractions on offer it's hard to choose.

SPLASH WORLD For thrills and spills this new addition to our swimming baths is a firm favorite with children because of the flumes, twisty tube rides and water curtains. After all the fun sit and dine in the poolside cafe where a selection of food is on offer.



SOUTHPORT PIER Stretching out to the sea is Southport's Pier, the second longest in the UK! take a stroll to the end of the pier and experience the delights it has to offer, get your fortune told and play on the penny arcade machines. Look out at the coastline, the stunning views are amazing, and if you don't fancy walking back you can jump on the tram, they run every half hour.



NEW PLEASURELAND Just opposite Splash World you will find the fairground with lot's of amazing rides for all the family, entry is free. Enjoy the waltzers, the dodgem cars and so much more...



TEN-PIN BOWLING Test your skills at Ocean Plaza's ten-pin bowling alley, or try out the new state of the art Lazer Tag great for children and adults alike, all equipment is provided.



THE MARINE LAKE           Just a few minutes away from Barford House the lake is home to The Southport Belle, a traditional Mississippi style paddle boat, jump on board and enjoy the sights or if you fancy something a little faster why not hire one of the lakes motorboats. The lake is also home to many Swans, Geese and Ducks if you love wildlife then take a seat, sit back and enjoy whats on offer, over 1000 species have made their home along the Southport coastline.
Running around the edge of the lake and Ocean Plaza is the Minature Railway, offering another way to see the sights.



SOUTHPORT'S SEAFRONT    Offers plenty to do with go karting, crazy golf, pitch and putt. Pleasureland with it's thrilling funfair rides, children are spoilt for choice




ATTRACTIONS Nearby WWT Martin Mere boasts many wintering birds, visit for a fun and educational day out, where you can see, feed and hear about all the birds that call Matin Mere home.



Windmill Animal Farm is right next door and was always a firm favorite when my boy's where small. This is a working farm were you can see a variety of farm animals including lambs, pigs and goats. There are play areas, mini pedal tractors and lots more to keep those little ones happy.





FARMER TED'S For children up to 12 years of age, with a soft play area and a chance to pet farm animals, it's no wonder families always flock here, it offers a cafe and relaxation area.



Botanic Gardens Churchtown a classic Victorian park rich in beauty and history. Experience it for yourself, take a stroll through the colorful landscaped gardens, Visit the aviary and don't forget to make a stop at the cafe.