The seaside town of Southport is set on the coast looking towards the Irish Sea and is just over 16 miles from the city of Liverpool. When it comes to things to do and see during a visit to Southport there is plenty to keep both young and old alike amused.

Young and old alike can enjoy the Splash world whilst the Atkinson Art Gallery is gentler and which one can take time to wander around very slowly indeed. Below are a few of the other things available for you to do when you visit Southport.

1. Southport Botanic Gardens – These were first opened back in 1874 and are what a classic Victorian garden would look like. But along with enjoying the parks many walks so that you can take in the varied wildlife and the plants, shrubs and bushes but why not spend time taking a boat trip on the lake which stretches the full length of the park as well.

After spending time exploring the park head to towards the cafe for some refreshment and there are pottery and gift shops for any souvenirs you may need. It is open to the public seven days a week from 8 in the morning until a half hour before dusk.

2. Eco Visitor Centre – There are regular buses from the centre of Southport to this centre. There are displays of environmentally friendly building construction and reminders about how our carbon footprint is affecting the planet. The centre practices what it preaches and you can discover how it uses renewabale energy to heat its buildings and supply their power.

3. Martin Mere Wildfowl Trust – This is the UK’s largest wetland conservation trust where one can have a fantastic time learning about the various different breeds of wetland birds. There is also a feeding area to allow you to get close to the birds. However, there is also a licensed cafe for you to have something to eat and drink, there are also various playgrounds for your children to work off any excess energy.

4. Southport Model Railway Village – Open since 1996 this attraction has been attracting model train enthusiasts from around the world. The trains run continuously on a 500 meters of track around the various landscapes that have been devised. In fact it is not unusual for people to spend the whole day just following one certain train as it travels around.

You can sit back whist your children watch the trains, fascinated by the intricate detail. Plus after all that effort there is the teashops where one can take some refreshment. The village has been designed to accommodate both wheelchair users and children’s buggies and prams.

When you next visit Southport, check out this list of Southport hotels and guest houses.

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