National beach day 2022: These are 9 of the best beaches in Lancashire - or less than an hour away by car
Several beaches in Blackpool, Morecambe, Fleetwood and Cleveleys have all been honoured in this year’s Seaside Awards – and are perfect for a day out.
So fish out your bucket and spade, blow up your dinghy and dust off the sun cream!
Here are nine of the best beaches to visit in Lancashire or less than an hour away by car ...
1. Fleetwood
Marine and Ferry beaches in Fleetwood have emerged as big winners in this year’s Seaside Awards Photo: jpi
2. Blackpool
Sea, sand, donkey rides, piers - what's not to like about Blackpool Beach? One of the most popular in the country for families Photo: jpi
3. Formby
Formby beach is a spacious stretch of beach backed by extensive sand dunes giving it a much more rural feel than some of its neighbours Photo: jpi
4. Ainsdale
Ainsdale beach is located between Southport and Formby. It is recognised as one of the best beaches in the UK for extreme kite activities Photo: jpi