Free Things to Do in Southport
Southport has more free things to do than most seaside towns — the beach is free, the Promenade is free, the Botanic Gardens in Churchtown are free, and the pier is free to walk. These are the attractions, outdoor spaces, and activities in and around Southport that genuinely cost nothing. Good for families on a budget.
Botanic Gardens
Southport
Opened in 1874, this heavily wooded botanical garden has a fernery, aviary, gift shop and a cafe.
Southport Pier
Southport
Restored 19th-century iron walkway with a train ride & vintage penny-operated arcade machines.
Another Place — Antony Gormley
Southport
100 cast-iron figures by Antony Gormley spread across Crosby Beach. One of the UK's most iconic public artworks — 25 minutes from Southport.
Ainsdale Beach
Ainsdale, Southport
Ainsdale Beach adds to Southport's growing reputation as a day-trip and short-break destination on the Lancashire coast.
Ainsdale Beach, Southport
Ainsdale, Southport
For families, couples and solo travellers exploring Southport, Ainsdale Beach, Southport is a name that comes up regular
Victoria Park, Southport
Southport
Ample green space with walking paths & diverse events throughout the year, including a flower show.
Wild Root
Halsall, Southport
Wild Root is one of the natural highlights of the Southport coastline — a place where the scale of the Lancashire coast
Ainsdale Pine Woods
Southport
Southport's coastline is one of its greatest assets, and Ainsdale Pine Woods is one of the best places to experience it
Rosemary Wood Fisheries
Southport
Few things sum up Southport better than a walk on Rosemary Wood Fisheries, where wide beaches meet open sky in a way tha
Ainsdale Village Park
Ainsdale, Southport
Southport's coastline is one of its greatest assets, and Ainsdale Village Park is one of the best places to experience i
Ainsdale and Birkdale Sandhills Nature Reserve
Southport
Southport's coastline is one of its greatest assets, and Ainsdale and Birkdale Sandhills Nature Reserve is one of the be
Carr Lane Field
Southport
Carr Lane Field is one of the natural highlights of the Southport coastline — a place where the scale of the Lancashire
Children's Playground
Southport
Southport's coastline is one of its greatest assets, and Children's Playground is one of the best places to experience i
North Island, Southport Marine Lake
Southport
Southport's coastline is one of its greatest assets, and North Island, Southport Marine Lake is one of the best places t
Bedford Park And Garden
Southport
Few things sum up Southport better than a walk on Bedford Park And Garden, where wide beaches meet open sky in a way tha
WWT Martin Mere Canoe Safari and Boat Tour
Southport
WWT Martin Mere Canoe Safari and Boat Tour adds to Southport's growing reputation as a day-trip and short-break destinat
North Meols Garden
Southport
Southport's coastline is one of its greatest assets, and North Meols Garden is one of the best places to experience it p
Ainsdale Sand Dunes Nature Reserve
Ainsdale, Southport
Ainsdale Sand Dunes Nature Reserve is one of the natural highlights of the Southport coastline — a place where the scale
Botanic Gardens Aviaries
Southport
Botanic Gardens Aviaries is one of the natural highlights of the Southport coastline — a place where the scale of the La
Tree Top Towers
Southport
Tree Top Towers is one of the natural highlights of the Southport coastline — a place where the scale of the Lancashire
Botanic Gardens Fernery
Southport
Few things sum up Southport better than a walk on Botanic Gardens Fernery, where wide beaches meet open sky in a way tha
Compton Road Park
Southport
Compton Road Park is one of the natural highlights of the Southport coastline — a place where the scale of the Lancashir
Junction Pool
Marshside, Southport
Southport's coastline is one of its greatest assets, and Junction Pool is one of the best places to experience it proper
Victoria Park Duck Lake
Southport
Victoria Park Duck Lake is one of the natural highlights of the Southport coastline — a place where the scale of the Lan
Botanic Gardens Community Association
Churchtown, Southport
Southport's coastline is one of its greatest assets, and Botanic Gardens Community Association is one of the best places
The Queen's Jubilee Nature Trail
Southport
Few things sum up Southport better than a walk on The Queen's Jubilee Nature Trail, where wide beaches meet open sky in
Freshfield Dune Heath Nature Reserve
Southport
Southport has more to offer visitors than most people expect, and Freshfield Dune Heath Nature Reserve is a good example
The Fountain Garden
Southport
The Fountain Garden is one of the natural highlights of the Southport coastline — a place where the scale of the Lancash
The Stumpery Garden
Southport
Few things sum up Southport better than a walk on The Stumpery Garden, where wide beaches meet open sky in a way that's
Banks Marsh NNR
Southport
Banks Marsh NNR is one of the natural highlights of the Southport coastline — a place where the scale of the Lancashire
Bishop's Walk. Halsall wildlife & Nature Area
Halsall, Southport
Bishop's Walk. Halsall wildlife & Nature Area is one of the natural highlights of the Southport coastline — a place wher
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