Fylde. Coastal Events. Programme. Fylde. Council

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1 Coastal Events Programme 2018

Community Action Day RSPB Discovery Centre Sunday 6 May 11.00am - 3.00pm We love our park and want you to be part of it too!

Woodfest Park View Playing Fields Sunday 13 May 10.00am - 4.00pm WoodFest is a celebration of all things wild and woody!

2 Community Action Day RSPB Discovery Centre Sunday 6 May 11.00am pm We love our park and want you to be part of it too! Join us for making wild flower seed bombs so we can make Fairhaven explode with colour this summer! No need to book, just turn up on the day. Drop in at any time. Woodfest Park View Playing Fields Sunday 13 May 10.00am pm WoodFest is a celebration of all things wild and woody! Willow weaving workshops, stalls, chainsaw carving demos, Forest School activities, Myerscough College, Ribby Hall's very own Wild Discovery and much, much more! No need to book, just turn up on the day. Fairhaven Open Day Fairhaven Lake Sunday 27 May 10.30am pm Join us for a day of showcasing what Fairhaven has to offer. All of our clubs will be hosting have a go sessions, so you can try your hand at tennis, bowling, sailing and lots more! Come and see the plans for the Fairhaven restoration project and see what exciting things are coming soon. No need to book, just turn up on the day. Drop in at any time.

Rockpool Ramble The Solaris Centre (Glitter Ball) Monday 28 May Monday 6 August 2.

30pm Join us on this Rockpool Ramble as we explore the weird and wonderful

Prepare to be mystified by the intriguing lives of the creatures we discover,

There will be plenty of ID guides to help you learn about your finds.

3 Rockpool Ramble The Solaris Centre (Glitter Ball) Monday 28 May Monday 6 August 2.30pm pm 1.00pm pm Join us on this Rockpool Ramble as we explore the weird and wonderful rockpools created on Blackpool s sea wall. Prepare to be mystified by the intriguing lives of the creatures we discover, such as crabs, anemones, shrimps, mussels and honeycomb worms. There will be plenty of ID guides to help you learn about your finds. Bring a bucket and small net if you have them. Dress for the weather and wear waterproof shoes or wellies! Meet underneath the Glitterball, opposite Blackpool s Solaris Centre. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Mud Dipping Tuesday 29 May Monday 30 July 3.00pm - 4.30pm 10.00am - 11.

creatures living within the mud of the Ribble Estuary!

shrimps, snails and fascinating tellin shells, which can bury themselves with a

There will be plenty of ID guides to help you learn about your finds and plenty of

4 Mud Dipping Tuesday 29 May Monday 30 July 3.00pm pm 10.00am am Beach Terrace Café Join us on St Annes beach as we discover the mysterious creatures living within the mud of the Ribble Estuary! We will be digging around to find all sorts of hidden animals such as worms, shrimps, snails and fascinating tellin shells, which can bury themselves with a giant foot! There will be plenty of ID guides to help you learn about your finds and plenty of wading birds to admire too. Wear wellies or old shoes and prepare to get muddy! We will meet on the beach, opposite the Beach Terrace Café, at the bottom of the slipway. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Mini-Beast Hunting North Promenade Car Park

5 Mini-Beast Hunting North Promenade Car Park St Anne s Thursday 31 May Thursday 9 August 10.30am - 12noon 2.00pm pm Join us on a minibeast adventure in the sand dunes as we use bug hunting equipment to find and name the many mini creatures that live in the dunes. Prepare to be amazed by beatutiful cinnabar moths, caterpillars, ladybirds, banded snails and even earwigs, beetles and spiders! No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Shoresearch for World Oceans Day Solaris Centre (Glitter Ball)

00pm Join us on World Oceans Day, as we survey all the amazing

We will be carrying out a Shoresearch survey, which is a simple

plenty of ID guides to help identify our finds.

6 Shoresearch for World Oceans Day Solaris Centre (Glitter Ball) Friday 8 June 2.30pm pm Join us on World Oceans Day, as we survey all the amazing marine species living on the sea wall in Blackpool! We will be carrying out a Shoresearch survey, which is a simple and fun method of exploring the shore and recording the species and habitats found there. We will do a 20-minute timed species search hunting for a number of key species, using fact cards. Followed by a walkover survey recording every species found within a certain area. Anyone is welcome to join the Shoresearch Survey as we will have plenty of ID guides to help identify our finds. The data will then be sent off to LERN, to help build the picture of local species. Please dress for the weather and wear waterproof shoes or wellies. We will meet under the Glitterball, opposite the Solaris Centre. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

7 Heritage Walk Outside Fairhaven Café Thursday 21 June 2.00pm pm Join us for a walk around Fairhavens fascinating history. We will be telling the stories of how fairhaven developed and what makes it such a special place. No need to book, just turn up on the day. Fairhaven Big Picnic Fairhaven Lake (opposite the spitfire) Sunday 1 July 11.00am pm Bring your picnic basket and blanket down to Fairhaven Lake and join the friends for a traditional day at the seaside! There will be punch and judy, circus skills, donkey rides and much more. Step back in time for some traditional family fun!! but charges may apply for some activities. No need to book, just turn up on the day. Drop in at any time.

Lytham Festival Lytham Green Wednesday 18 July to Sunday 22 July Taking place on Lytham Green, this five day music festival attracts well over fifty thousand visitors to the Lytham Green and in the

8 Lytham Festival Lytham Green Wednesday 18 July to Sunday 22 July Taking place on Lytham Green, this five day music festival attracts well over fifty thousand visitors to the Lytham Green and in the past has brought such names as Sir Tom Jones, Bryan Adams, Olly Murs, Noel Gallagher, Status Quo, Midge Ure, the Village People, Heather Small and ABC to the town to name but a few. In 2018, the coastal town will play host to the following line up: Mon 16 July - Collabro (taking place at the Lowther Pavilion) Tues 17 July - The Mersey Beatles (taking place at the Lowther Pavilion) Weds 18 July - Steps, Whigfield, the Vengaboys Thurs 19 July - Pete Tong with the Heritage Orchestra conducted by Jules Buckley Fri 20 July - George Ezra, Emeli Sande, Rae Morris Sat 21 July - Nile Rogers and Chic, Soul II Soul, Bananarama Sun 22 July - Il Divo accompanied by the Heart of England Philharmonic Orchestra with Martine McCutcheon and special guests Tickets can be purchased from the Tourist Information Centre, St Anne s (Mon-Fri) or visit:

Beach Bonanza Tuesday 7 August 1.00pm - 3.00pm Beach Terrace Café Do you enjoy spending time at the beach?

Come and explore the sunny seaside as there is plenty to learn about the fascinating marine environment.

It s going to be shrimply the best! No need to book, just turn up on the day. Egg Case Hunt Tuesday 13 August 10.00am - 11.

9 Beach Bonanza Tuesday 7 August 1.00pm pm Beach Terrace Café Do you enjoy spending time at the beach? From sand dunes to saltmarsh your local coastal area has so much to offer. Come and explore the sunny seaside as there is plenty to learn about the fascinating marine environment. So join us for a day of fun-filled beach activities, including mud dipping, a sandcastle competiton, beach cleans and plenty more activities. It s going to be shrimply the best! No need to book, just turn up on the day. Egg Case Hunt Tuesday 13 August 10.00am am Come and join us for an egg hunt with a twist! We'll be hunting for shark, skate and ray eggcases (mermaid's purses) on the strandline. At least 21 species of skate, ray and shark are found in UK waters and as some species will lay eggs all year round, it's time to go on an egg hunt! No need to book, just turn up on the day. North Beach Car Park

Sea Watch Rossall Point Observation Tower Thursday 17 May Thursday 14 June Thursday 12 July

We will be recording the species for The Sea Watch Foundation and contributing to vital marine

Don't feel the need to stay for the whole watch, just drop in and out when you want.

Welly Walk St Paul s Avenue Car Park Wednesday 15 August 10.00am - 11.

10 Sea Watch Rossall Point Observation Tower Thursday 17 May Thursday 14 June Thursday 12 July Thursday 2 August Thursday 13 September 12noon pm 11.00am pm 10.00am - 12noon 2.00pm pm 1.10pm pm Join us to help spot the seals, porpoises, dolphins, whales and seabirds of the coast. We will be recording the species for The Sea Watch Foundation and contributing to vital marine conservation. Dress for the weather and bring binoculars if you have them. Don't feel the need to stay for the whole watch, just drop in and out when you want. No need to book, just turn up on the day. Welly Walk St Paul s Avenue Car Park Wednesday 15 August 10.00am am Get your wellies on as we explore the beautiful coast and its sea edge for marine life! Take part in a strandline search to see what animals call the beach home. Remember your wellies and don t be afraid to get muddy! Ideal for younger children. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Coastal Fair Lytham Green Saturday 18 August and Sunday

30pm Are you interested in the marine environment?

wildlife charities and organizations who work hard to

11 Coastal Fair Lytham Green Saturday 18 August and Sunday 19 August 10.00am pm Are you interested in the marine environment? Do you want to know more about marine conservation on the Coast? Then please come and visit our Coastal Fair Marquee at the Lytham 1940's Wartime Festival. You can have the opportunity to talk to many local wildlife charities and organizations who work hard to protect your local coastline. Come and learn more about what we do and how you might get involved. No need to book, just turn up on the day. North West Wildlife Trusts

Lytham 1940's Wartime Festival Lytham Green Saturday 18 August and Sunday 19 August 10.00am - 4.

Over the weekend, there s battle re enactments, live singing and dancing, static vehicles and aircraft, vehicle parade, military charities and so much

If you have two left feet, learn to dance with Anthony and Steph who will guide you through the basics of some wartime tunes and get you moving with co

12 Lytham 1940's Wartime Festival Lytham Green Saturday 18 August and Sunday 19 August 10.00am pm Join us for a spectacular and very popular event as we remember the wartime era in Lytham. Over the weekend, there s battle re enactments, live singing and dancing, static vehicles and aircraft, vehicle parade, military charities and so much more. Forty thousand people enjoy this wartime spectacle, including World War Two Veterans who are of course we are extremely honoured to welcome. If you have two left feet, learn to dance with Anthony and Steph who will guide you through the basics of some wartime tunes and get you moving with co ordination! The main events take place on Lytham Green and the shops in the centre of Lytham get into the wartime spirit too by dressing up with bunting, sandbags and more. Parking on Lytham Green available for 5 per car per day. No need to book, just turn up on the day.

Pirate Day Park View 4 U Tuesday 21 August 10.00am - 12noon 1.30pm - 3.

making, game playing and raft making. Includes pirate grog and a ship biscuit.

13 Pirate Day Park View 4 U Tuesday 21 August 10.00am - 12noon 1.30pm pm Come dressed as a pirate and join the Park View Pirate crew for treasure hunting, flag making, game playing and raft making. Includes pirate grog and a ship biscuit. Suitable for any age, under 8 yrs must be accompanied by an adult pirate 5 per family Book a session by ing ecopod@parkview4u.org.uk

St Anne s Kite Festival North Promenade Saturday 1 September and Sunday 2

00pm The kite festival returns to St Anne s on Sea and will feature single

cows, whales, dogs and even hippos. Plus 2- line and 4-line stunt kites.

marvel at the expertise of kite flyers from the UK and all over the world.

beach adjacent to the pier from 11.00am to 5.00pm for All The Fun of The Air!

Friday 31st August at dusk, weather permitting.

14 St Anne s Kite Festival North Promenade Saturday 1 September and Sunday 2 September 11.00am pm The kite festival returns to St Anne s on Sea and will feature single line kites of all shapes and sizes, including inflatable octopus, flying cows, whales, dogs and even hippos. Plus 2- line and 4-line stunt kites. It is a superb spectacle and the sky fills with plenty of colour and you can marvel at the expertise of kite flyers from the UK and all over the world. Pack a picnic, gather together family and friends, and head down to St Annes beach adjacent to the pier from 11.00am to 5.00pm for All The Fun of The Air! There is also a planned illuminated kite flying display on the evening of Friday 31st August at dusk, weather permitting. For more information please visit: to attend but car parking charges may apply. No booking required unless you wish to become an exhibitor.

The Sand Dunes Project Guided Walks North BeachCar Park 2018 Saturday 16 June Sunday 1 July Sunday 22 July Sunday 5

December 2019 Sunday 3 February Saturday 16 February Sunday 3 March Saturday 30 March Sunday 14 April Saturday 27 April

00pm The Sand Dunes Project will be running a series of FREE volunteer-led guided walks on Lytham St Anne's Local Nature

Come along and discover the wonders of this Site of Special Scientific Interest with our passionate and informative

Lancashire Wildlife Trust, and Blackpool work in partnership on the Sand Dunes Project in order to enhance the nature

15 The Sand Dunes Project Guided Walks North BeachCar Park 2018 Saturday 16 June Sunday 1 July Sunday 22 July Sunday 5 August Saturday 25 August Saturday 15 September Sunday 7 October Saturday 27 October Saturday 17 November Sunday 9 December 2019 Sunday 3 February Saturday 16 February Sunday 3 March Saturday 30 March Sunday 14 April Saturday 27 April Sunday 12 May 10.00am pm The Sand Dunes Project will be running a series of FREE volunteer-led guided walks on Lytham St Anne's Local Nature Reserve and surrounding sand dunes. We've got a series of weekend guided walks on offer until summer Come along and discover the wonders of this Site of Special Scientific Interest with our passionate and informative volunteers. Lancashire Wildlife Trust, and Blackpool work in partnership on the Sand Dunes Project in order to enhance the nature conservation interest, public appreciation and enjoyment of the dunes. The guided walks aim to promote the importance of our amazing dunes and to provide information about the project and our local wildlife. Please wear appropriate footwear as the ground may be uneven. Not suitable for those with mobility difficulties. to attend but car parking charges may apply.

Regular Volunteering Opportunities on the Flyde Coast The Sand Dunes Project The Sand Dunes are an important feature of our coastline, covering approximately 80 hectares between Starr Gate in the

Unfortunately over the past 150 years, more than 80% of our sand dunes have been lost, mainly due to urban expansion of Blackpool and St Anne's.

of coastal habitats Improve the efficiency of the dunes and saltmarsh as soft sea-defence Enhance public appreciation and enjoyment of the dunes The project carries out regular practical conservation

16 Regular Volunteering Opportunities on the Flyde Coast The Sand Dunes Project The Sand Dunes are an important feature of our coastline, covering approximately 80 hectares between Starr Gate in the North and Lytham in the South. The borough of contains more than 90% of Lancashire's sand dunes. Unfortunately over the past 150 years, more than 80% of our sand dunes have been lost, mainly due to urban expansion of Blackpool and St Anne's. The Sand Dunes Project is a partnership project between, Blackpool and The Wildlife Trust for Lancashire, Manchester and North Merseyside, it was created to: Enhance the nature conservation interest of coastal habitats Improve the efficiency of the dunes and saltmarsh as soft sea-defence Enhance public appreciation and enjoyment of the dunes The project carries out regular practical conservation methods on the dunes which includes: Controlling invasive non-native species Repairing the dunes by thatching and filling blow-outs to reduce sand loss from the system Developing pathways to create recognisable access points and reduce dune erosion Creating dune slacks to encourage a greater diversity of wildlife Planting dune grasses and using chestnut paling and other natural materials to trap wind-blown sand and create new dunes on the foreshore. Get Involved We hold regular volunteer work parties every Thursday from 10.00am to 3.00pm. If you are passionate about your local area and keen to make a difference please contact our Volunteer Co-ordinator: E: volunteer@lancswt.org.uk T: Or alternatively register online at St Annes

Living Seas North West Living Seas North West is a collaboration between the North West Wildlife

Along the Coast, Marine Officers from Lancashire Wildlife Trust deliver a programme of inspirational

campaigning for the designation and management of a network of Marine Conservation Zones throughout

17 Living Seas North West Living Seas North West is a collaboration between the North West Wildlife Trusts to deliver our vision of Living Seas across the region. Along the Coast, Marine Officers from Lancashire Wildlife Trust deliver a programme of inspirational and engaging marine activities that raise awareness about how important the marine life of Our Irish Sea is. They work with the public, schools and community groups, encouraging people to explore and value their coastline. They are challenging and changing perceptions of the Irish Sea and inspiring local communities to care for their coasts and seas. With the invaluable help of our supporters, volunteers and members Lancashire Wildlife Trust are campaigning for the designation and management of a network of Marine Conservation Zones throughout the Irish Sea and the conservation of the wider marine environment. If you would like to find out more about the fascinating marine life of the Irish Sea, more information about our programme of events or how you can support the designation of Marine Conservation Zones throughout the Irish Sea, visit Also check out Facebook, Twitter or Instagram pages.

18 Beach School Beach School is an outdoor learning experience that improves children's knowledge about their local coastal environment by connecting children with nature. We believe that every child should experience the wonders of our beautiful British coastlines. We aim to unlock this barrier and provide children with the opportunity to visit, learn and fall in love with the beach. Beach School sessions aim to educate local children about their coastal environment and how they can help to sustain it for future generations. The topics explored during beach school sessions may include: How to behave sensibly and act responsibly when using the beach Survival skills; including building shelters and fire lighting Seasons and tides Pressures on the marine environment; including over fishing and marine pollution Marine protected areas Species identification and information Coastal habitats Flood defences both man made and sand dunes, coastal erosion How marine flora and fauna are adapted to survive in that environment Environmental art Within these activities children will also develop primary skills such as team working, confidence in an outdoor setting, emotional intelligence, social skills, and assessing risk in a safe environment. For more information please visit or to make a booking please contact us on admin@parkview4u.org.uk /

You can even do your bit at home remember to only ever flush the 3 p's pee, poo & paper! And check your drains are connected right so we don't have dirty water going straight out to sea.

19 LOVEmyBEACH LOVEmyBEACH on the coast works to inspire and empower communities to take care of their local beach environment. People can show they love their beach by heading out on a beach clean or even just taking 2 minutes to pick up litter when out for a walk. You can even do your bit at home remember to only ever flush the 3 p's pee, poo & paper! And check your drains are connected right so we don't have dirty water going straight out to sea. Find out how you can get involved and the top ten actions you can take at lovemybeach.org We work with volunteer beach clean groups across the coast who do an amazing job of helping to keep their local beach clean. Want to get involved? Here's some local groups: St Annes NORTH Beach Care Group When: Weekly, every Tuesday at 10.00am Meeting point: St Annes North beach car park, FY8 2TR Info: emma.whitlock@keepbritaintidy.org St Annes Pier Beach Care Group When: Weekly, every Tuesday at 10.00am Meeting point: St Annes Pier, St Annes, FY8 1SB Info: emma.whitlock@keepbritaintidy.org Fairhaven Coastal Care Group When: Weekly, every Wednesday at 10.00am Meeting point: St Pauls Car Park at Fairhaven Lake, Lytham St Annes, FY8 1BD Info: emma.whitlock@keepbritaintidy.org LOVEmyBEACH Friends of the Estuary Coastal Care Group When: Weekly, every Monday at 10:15am Meeting Point: Lytham Lifeboat Station Car Park, FY8 1SJ Info:

20 Photographs by kind permission of: Paul Naylor Paul Kay Peter Owen Mark Liebenberg Brian Jones Friends of The Estuary Coastal Care Group ParkView4U The Wildlife Trust

Fylde BeachCare. March March 2018Summary

Fylde BeachCare. March March 2018Summary March 2017 - March 2018Summary Fylde BeachCare has had another great year of engagement, with two new volunteer groups joining the hundreds of volunteers taking action to help keep our beaches and seas