Morecambe – Eden of the North.

Future home of Eden Project Morecambe

In his book Notes From A Small Island, Bill Bryson, the famous travel author, wrote: “Its seafront promenade is handsome and its vast bay (174 miles, if you’re taking notes) is easily one of the most beautiful in the world…”

As a result, Morecambe’s burgeoning group of vintage shops are gaining a great reputation amongst vintage fans and collectors, thanks in part to our famous Vintage Festival. The items for sale in our Morecambe shops are much more affordable than in other parts of the country. Our offerings includes clothing vinyl records and nostalgia. Add in our famous Vintage, and music festivals, as well as stunning views and plenty of activities; we have the perfect mix for staycation holidays.

Art Deco and Art Nouveau Trail

Additionally, Morecambe has over 35 surviving Art Deco buildings, and you can see over 20 of them in a pleasant morning’s stroll. On your way, you’ll see the beautiful art deco Midland Hotel, as well as the iconic Victorian Alhambra and Winter Gardens buildings. Take in the Morecambe Heritage Centre along the way, and drop in for a coffee at Brew Me Sunshine, in the old art deco Visitor newspaper building in Victoria Street.

Eating out

Morecambe has what you require. Whether it’s a quick takeaway or a meal in award-winning restaurants and bistros; to a quick fish and chips on the Promenade. We also have some restaurants that consistently rank at the top of Trip Advisor. Fancy pub grub? Sure, we have some great gastro pubs as well as pubs serving your regular pub grub. Dog-friendly, too!

Accommodation for Morecambe Holidays

However you like to lay your head, Morecambe can offer you the solution from our famous 4-star Art-Deco Midland Hotel; mid-range, family or budget; quirky B&Bs, or just a no-frills mobile home.

History

The district’s recorded history stretches back to the Bronze Age, and we keep discovering stuff! At Heysham is one of the earliest Christian settlements at St Patrick’s with the unusual stone-cut graves. Next door is the Grade 1 listed St Peter’s church dating from as early as the 7^th century. Inside you’ll find the Viking hogback (grave cover) stone dating from the tenth century. Fancy visiting an English Heritage town? Lancaster was an important Roman settlement and is only three miles from Morecambe. It is the seat of the Duchy of Lancaster and boasts a highly impressive castle. Much of the historic architecture in Lancaster has been preserved.

Morecambe Holidays & Leisure

Whatever your leisure pleasure, Morecambe can certainly offer you plenty. Keen cyclist ? Base yourself here to explore the Bay, or tackle some of the country’s more challenging hills in the Lake District. Fishing? We’ve got your line! Walking? Our vast seaside promenade is perfect for gentle strolls or discover the many walks in our areas of outstanding natural beauty. Festival and events lover? We’re almost embarrassed by our riches in this field. Bird watching? Big tick in that box. Did you know over 250,000 birds over-winter in Morecambe Bay?

Since the Bay Gateway link road opened it’s no lie to say that Morecambe is the closest seaside resort to any motorway in the UK, bar none. On average, it takes approximately 10 mins to get from the M6 to the centre of Morecambe.

Morecambe Bay

Morecambe Bay is six times bigger than Sydney Harbour; has over 250,000 birds over-wintering each year, and is home to three of the twelve tidal bores in the UK. Morecambe Bay is world-renowned as a Site of Special Scientific Interest, as well as a RAMSAR site. In addition, Morecambe has been officially designated as the centre point of the United Kingdom.

Lancaster District also benefits by being almost equidistant between London and Edinburgh/Glasgow, is on the major West Coast rail line, and just off the M6 motorway. It has great transport links to all the major regional cities including Manchester and Liverpool; borders the Lake District; dales and moors; & the Arnside and Forest of Bowland Areas of Natural Beauty.

The recent announcement by the Eden Project that their next UK project will be based in Morecambe, focusing on the marine environment, is destined to propel Morecambe to the next level of desirable destinations meaning that Morecambe will truly be the Eden of the North.

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Morecambe BID️ 12 hours ago

🎥 Buongiorno from Morecambe (via Italy) 🍍While our Chair David is currently in Italy – likely refusing to eat anything with pineapple on it – John (our trusty BID Manager) has taken a break from sunglasses envy to give you a proper update on our brand new Community Markets! 🧺 His walking tour reel covers everything you need to know – including where to find us, who’s trading, and how you can support local. Here’s the lowdown: 🛍️ We launched the first Community Market on Wednesday with brilliant local support 📆 It’s back this Sunday 17th August, 10am–4pm 📍 Stalls along Euston Road, Market Street, Victoria Street & Newtown Square 🍞 Featuring handmade crafts, jewellery, gluten-free bakes, Caribbean & African cuisine, local pizza, JP’s famous loaves & more 🎪 This is a trial to explore regular artisan markets in Morecambe – and yes, a Christmas market is on the horizon 👀 Come along, support local makers, and enjoy a proper Morecambe day out. And if you spot John, do ask how the GoFundMe for his second pair of sunglasses is coming along… 😎 #MorecambeCommunityMarket #SupportLocalMorecambe #MorecambeEvents #MorecambeMarkets #LoveMorecambeBay #ArtisanMarket #ShopMorecambe #MorecambeBID #MadeInMorecambe #NoPineappleForDaviRead moreRead less

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Morecambe BID️ 19 hours ago

🌊 Meet the Morecambe BID Committee – Steve Wright 🌊 Introducing Steve Wright — Director and Solicitor at Wright & Lord Solicitors, and a true champion of Morecambe. Born and bred in the town, Steve has always felt a deep connection to Morecambe’s ever-changing views and the spirit of its people. His professional life is equally rooted here: as founder and co-owner of Wright & Lord Solicitors and Director of Wright & Lord Financial Services, Steve combines sharp legal expertise with a strong commitment to community life. Beyond his business roles, Steve has dedicated countless hours to local initiatives. He serves as Chair of Morecambe FC Community Foundation, Director of Morecambe Sparkle CIC, and a key member of the Morecambe BID Steering Committee. His contributions have been widely recognised — most notably with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Bay Business Awards in 2022. But Steve isn’t all business. A lifelong football enthusiast (and FA qualified coach), he’s also known for his musical efforts — though he’ll tell you he’s been trying to master the guitar for years and is, in his words, “actually getting worse!” He can’t resist a whippy ice cream from a van and sees himself as a classic seaside treat: chips in paper with salt and vinegar — straightforward and unmistakably British. Steve was inspired to join Morecambe BID by a belief in the town’s enormous potential — and a shared frustration at seeing it underappreciated for too long. He hopes to see a step up in the quality of services and goods on offer, creating a smarter, safer, and more welcoming town centre. Some of his fondest memories include the iconic WOMAD festivals and exploring hidden gems like the Winter Gardens — a spot he believes everyone should discover. His perfect seaside day? Sailing out on a yacht, taking in Morecambe’s beautiful, ever-shifting skies. With his blend of professional experience, community dedication, and seaside spirit, Steve is an invaluable part of the BID team. If you spot him around town (perhaps eyeing up an ice cream), don’t hesitate to say hello. #MorecambeBID #MeetTheCommittee #LocalLeaders #ProudOfMorecambe #SeasideSpirit #CommunityChampion #SupportLocal #MorecambeMatters #BIDTeamSpotlight #MorecambeBusinessRead moreRead less

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Morecambe BID️ 2 days ago

VJ Day – 80th Anniversary Service in Morecambe This Friday, 15th August, a commemorative service will be held at the Morecambe Cenotaph to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ (Victory in Japan) Day – the day World War II came to an end in the Pacific. 📅 Friday 15th August 2025 🕚 11:00am – Morecambe Cenotaph The service, organised by the Morecambe & Heysham Branch of the Royal British Legion, the Bay Veterans Association, Morecambe Town Council and Lancaster City Council, will be led by Fr Michael Childs of St Barnabas’ Church and the Deputy Lieutenant of Lancashire, with local veterans, dignitaries, and Armed Forces standard bearers in attendance. Following the service, a reception will be held at Morecambe Town Hall (by invitation only) where the national two minutes’ silence will be observed at noon, and the Armed Forces Covenant will be formally signed by Morecambe Town Council. All are welcome at the Cenotaph to join this important occasion and honour the courage and sacrifice of those who served. #Morecambe #VJDay #LestWeForget #MorecambeBID #Community #WWII80 #VictoryInJapanDayRead moreRead less