Fylde Council update on once-in-a-generation Lytham town centre redevelopment amid massive £292k investment

Lytham’s biggest town centre investment in a generation is entering its final stages, with the £292,495 transformation of Clifton Street now close to completion and the area already dramatically changed by months of improvement work.

The ambitious redevelopment has seen 26 new heritage lighting columns installed along the length of Clifton Street. The ornate columns feature decorative panels inspired by the Clifton family crest, alongside oak and elm leaf designs intended to reflect the town’s character and history.

As part of the scheme, redundant street furniture and outdated utility posts have also been removed, helping to create a cleaner and more open streetscape. Meanwhile, the 28 London Plane trees lining the street, which were carefully pruned during the first phase of work in January, are continuing to thrive beside the newly installed lighting.

‘Labour of love for Lytham’

Councillor Karen Buckley, Leader of Fylde Council, said: “Clifton Street is already looking transformed, and it’s brilliant to see the vision becoming a reality. The new lighting columns are simply stunning, and removing the old clutter that had built up over the years has made an enormous difference to the feel of the street.

“This has been a real labour of love for Lytham, and I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve achieved for the community.”

Contractors are now carrying out pavement reinstatement works to restore surfaces following the installation programme. Final additions, including decorative banners designed by Lytham primary school children and new flower baskets, will complete the project ahead of Lytham Club Day on Saturday, June 27.

The improvements aim to support independent businesses, attract more visitors and create a distinctive town centre environment for future generations.

‘Delighted’

Councillor Catherine Powell of Lytham Town Council added: “Lytham Town Council are delighted to see the new heritage Lamppost installed and we will soon be adding hanging baskets to each one. They will complement the wonderful artwork for the banners from our three schools.

“The quality of the children’s artwork is superb so we will arrange an exhibition of the original pieces for all to see. Lytham Town Council will continue to work with Fylde and Lancashire County Council to ensure that all potential trip hazards are all made good.”