The sun is finally shining, meaning it’s time to grab your buckets and spades, back a picnic and head to one of the many beautiful beaches we have here in the North West.
We’re incredibly lucky to have an impressive range of beaches on our doorstep, with Lancashire boasting beautiful seaside spots, from St Annes, Fleetwood and Blackpool, to Cleveleys and Morecambe.
There are also a host of wonderful sandy shores not too far away, including the likes of Southport and Crosby.
As we look ahead to the weekend, we have put together a guide to some of the most beautiful beaches in and around Lancashire. They are perfect for a family day out over the Easter holidays, a Sunday stroll or for a weekend away this summer.
Take a look at the 13 stunning North West beaches below.
1. Rossall Beach
Rossall Beach is the sand and shingle beach heading north beyond the stepped sea defences at Cleveleys. | Google
2. Bispham Beach
Bispham Beach, located between Blackpool North Shore and Cleveleys, is a popular, dog-friendly beach. Photo: submit
3. Blackpool Beach
Blackpool's beach is a popular choice for locals and tourists alike, with lovely sand and three fabulous piers. | Pefkos - stock.adobe.com
4. St Annes Beach
St Annes seafront and beach features miles of open public land to explore. | Kevin Eaves - stock.adobe.com
5. Formby Beach
Formby Beach is known for its vast sandy shores, stunning protected dunes, woodlands (home to red squirrels) and excellent coastal views. It is two and a half hours away from Derbyshire. Formby Beach, National Trust Formby Lifeboat Road Formby Merseyside L37 2EB. Photo: Yan
6. Morecambe Bay
Morecambe’s bathing beaches have been recognised as some of the best in the country. | mikus - stock.adobe.com