Category: 1851

The Old Coach House, the Oldest House in South Shore

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The Old Coach House in Blackpool, South Shore, is a historic 4-star boutique guesthouse with a rich history dating back to 1851. It’s considered the oldest remaining house in South Shore, and originally served as a vicarage. The building features Tudor architecture and retains many original features, including freizes and fireplaces. It has a handsomeTudor front and retains many original features incluyding freizes and fireplaces. This historic detached house is surrounded by its own award winning gardens: an unexpected oasis in the heart of Blackpool. The 11 bedrooms are beautifully furnished, have many little extras and the ensuites have large… Read more »

Lytham St Annes Lifeboat Station

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The name change of the lifeboat station was a result of the merger of two RNLI branches: Lytham and St Annes. The St Annes Station had been closed in 1925, and the two towns had combined to form Lytham St Annes in 1922. This consolidation led to the renaming of the lifeboat station to reflect the new unified town. The first lifeboat at the station was named The Clifton and served from 1851 to 1855. It was provided by the Shipwrecked Fishermen and Mariners’ Society, with additional funding coming from local subscriptions. The Clifton played a crucial role in the… Read more »