Fleetwood, is famous for its fishing
fleets to catch for the kipper industry.A popular resort since the 1800's, the town is
on the Wyre estuary overlooking Morecambe Bay.
A planned town, financed by Sir Peter Hesketh-Fleetwood, who went bankrupt before
finishing it. His architect, Decimus Burton, designed the North Euston Hotel and the
lighthouses, his most famous buildings.
There is a fishing port atmosphere as you walk along the
promenade and in the gardens.
The market has been here since 1840 in its indoor halls and the large outdoor
area, post some kippers home!
The Fisherman Friend's lozenge is made in the town, and ICI extract salt from the area.
There are 4 miles of beaches, an indoor swimming pool and seafront
gardens with the Lake District mountains as a back drop, the
best view is from the Marine Hall..
Take a boat trip from the harbour, visit the market or the two lighthouses. You can
shop 'till you drop at the Freeport Shopping Village, factory shops with factory prices
with car museum and play areas.
Tourist Information Centre.
the internet holiday and travel guide to the UK
Fleetwood
Dolls
House Museum, Queen’s Terrace, Tel: 01253 876621 
