The town that’s just an hour drive away has been called a “jewel” of the North West coast
A town an hour from Manchester has been ranked as the best seaside town for food in the north west(Image: St Annes Beach Huts)
The summer bank holiday weekend is finally here, giving many of us a chance to enjoy an extended weekend with an extra day to an enjoy a day out.
As the bank holiday which in theory should deliver us with the best weather, the summer bank holiday weekend offers the perfect opportunity to explore new locations – whether that be in the city, countryside, or the seaside.
For those looking of us looking to spend our time by the coast this weekend, Which? has put together a list of the best seaside towns for food and drink and, with raving reviews, it seems that one north west coastal resort could make for the perfect seaside locations for foodies.
Just an hour away from Manchester, Which? has ranked Lytham St Annes in Lancashire as the best seaside town for food in the North West of England, calling the town a “jewel” of the North West coast.
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With its tranquil village alongside a bustling, traditional seaside promenade, Lytham St Annes offers something for every visitor.
Ranking the seaside town highly, Which? awarded Lytham St Annes five stars for its food and drink options, alongside giving the location three stars for its beach and an overall destination score of 72%.
Visiting this seaside location you do not need to look far to find a range of exemplary food options, with a range of classic seaside establishments right on the seafront.
Among the restaurants to be found along Lytham’s promenade is the Anatolia Sea View Mediterranean Cuisine, which has received an exemplary 4.8 Tripadvisor rating. Sat looking out onto the seafront, the restaurant not only provides a variety of Mediterranean-style dishes but also stunning views.
Visitors can dine next to stunning sea views(Image: St Annes Beach Huts)
Or, for visitors wanting to venture further into the town centre, there is also the redbrick Lytham Market Hall which is home to a range of independent restaurants and cafés, offering something for everyone.
Delving into Lytham’s Market Hall, visitors can find Savannah’s of Lytham which ranks among the top five restaurants in the town. Alongside serving a range of breakfast, lunch and dinner options, the 4.5 Tripadvisor rated restaurant also offers nights of Live Music.
Alongside food, visitors to Lytham St Annes can also enjoy a variety of attractions across the town, with the sandy St Anne’s Beach featuring donkey rides and a pier walk being a must.
Visitors can also venture away from the sea front to view the historic estate of Lytham Hall and the scenic Ashton Gardens, offering a tranquil day out during the summer months.
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