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Things to see in Southport (United Kingdom): 17 places and when to go
Southport is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 17 places in and around it, mainly Wildlife (5), Nature (4), Temples (4). The best known are Adventure Coast Southport, British Lawnmower Museum and WWT Martin Mere. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 47 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 13. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 53.6439, -3.0118
- Places
- 17 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Wildlife (5) · Nature (4) · Temples (4) · With kids (3) · History (3) · Museums and art (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- MAN Manchester, Greater Manchester, 59 km as the crow flies
What to see in Southport
The places in and around Southport, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Adventure Coast SouthportAmusement park in Southport, England670 m
- British Lawnmower MuseumMuseum in Southport, England677 m
- WWT Martin MereNature reserve in the United Kingdom10.0 km
- St Luke's Church, FormbyGrade II listed church in Formby, Sefton, Merseyside, England, UK11 km
- Rufford New HallCountry house in Rufford, Lancashire, England, UK12 km
- Rufford Old HallGrade I listed historic house museum in Lancashire, England, UK13 km
- Church of St Peter and St Paul, OrmskirkChurch in Ormskirk, Lancashire, England, UK12 km
- Church of St Teresa of Avila, BirkdaleGrade II listed church in Birkdale, Merseyside, England, UK1.1 km
- St Cuthbert's Church, HalsallGrade I listed church in Halsall, West Lancashire, England,UK7.6 km
- Cabin Hill National Nature ReserveNational nature reserve in United Kingdom13 km
- Lytham WindmillWindmill in Fylde, Lancashire, England, UK11 km
- Crossens MarshProtected area4.8 km
- Farmer Ted's Farm ParkWith kids11 km
- King Charles III England Coast Path: Cleveleys to LiverpoolHiking9.3 km
- Mere Sands Wood Nature ReserveProtected area12 km
- Sefton Coastal PathHiking11 km
- Windmill Animal FarmWith kids · Wildlife9.4 km
When to go to Southport
The best time to visit Southport is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:45
- FebPossible9:30
- MarPossible11:29
- AprBest time13:44
- MayBest time15:40
- JunBest time16:47
- JulBest time16:19
- AugBest time14:36
- SepBest time12:24
- OctPossible10:14
- NovBetter not8:15
- DecPossible7:13
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 16 h 47 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 13. In April, 17 of the 17 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Southport
The nearest main airport is Manchester Airport (MAN, Manchester, Greater Manchester), 59 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Blackpool44 places21 km
- Preston53 places25 km
- Liverpool144 places26 km
- Warrington64 places40 km
- Chester121 places50 km
- St Asaph51 places52 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Southport?
The best known: Adventure Coast Southport, British Lawnmower Museum, WWT Martin Mere, St Luke's Church, Formby, Rufford New Hall. In all, 17 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Southport?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 16 h 47 of daylight, and in December, 7 h 13.
How do you get to Southport?
The nearest main airport is Manchester Airport (MAN), 59 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Southport as the destination and these 17 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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