St Annes Beach
Lancashire, England
A broad, flat sandy beach backed by dunes and a traditional promenade, next door to Blackpool but noticeably quieter.
A broad, flat sandy beach backed by dunes and a traditional promenade, next door to Blackpool but noticeably quieter. The wide low-tide sand flats and soft, dry dune sand higher up the beach give diggers two very different textures to work with in the same visit.
Best Seasons
Beach Type
Tides
A large tidal range exposes extensive flat sand at low tide, with soft, duney sand remaining diggable even at high tide higher up the beach.
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At a Glance
| Nearest town | Lytham St Annes |
|---|---|
| Region | Lancashire, England |
| Family rating | |
| Facilities | Parking, Toilets, Café |
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