We are on a collision course on the coast.
The sky collides with the sea
The sea collides with the land
We wash up in Morecambe’s West End.
This is where the past meets an uncertain future, the best laid plans are eroded by the backwash of interminable economic decline.
The whole tale is best told here by East of the M60.
Postcard 1919
Postcard 1976
Busy bustling streets lined with large bed and breakfast establishments, rail and road links that led the holiday makers to town.
Supplanted by budget airlines, that took them far away.
The pier disappears along with subsequent short term attractions.
Social deprivation ensued, the shadow of Thatcher’s economic experiment looming large over the hollowed out streets.
2007
The café has been and gone no more Tasty Bites.
There were projects to support the rebuilding of the community, WEM closed in March 2026.
The area has been allocated £20m from the government’s Pride In Place fund.
Phased over 10 years, it aims to empower local people to tackle empty buildings and boost the local economy, public spaces and community amenities.
The former land of Frontierland may yet be saved as the cavalry, in the form of the Eden Project, comes down the line.
Photo: Dave Clark
It was a sunny day in August so I went to take a look around.
Come along to the Coffee Pot – 93 Marine Road
All day breakfast, burgers, panini, hot dogs and much more.
Outside seating on this lovely sunny day, come try us out.
Permanently closed.
Offering sea views, The Wellington Hotel & Holiday Flats is an accommodation set in Morecambe, the accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk and free WiFi is available throughout the property.
The aparthotel is fitted with one bedroom, a fully equipped kitchenette with a microwave and a fridge, and one bathroom with a shower and a hair dryer.
Photo: The Guardian
Best shop ever – Gabrielle Gibson
Olive Tree Ministries – serving the Polish Community.
Lancaster City Council’s ambitions to bring back to life the site of a former department store have moved one step closer thanks to the award of a government grant worth nearly £750,000.
Bought by the city council as part of the West End masterplan, the intention is to refurbish the building’s upper floors to provide affordable housing, retaining the Co-Op late shop that occupies one-half of the ground floor.
The Well Communities is a peer-led recovery organisation built on support, inclusion, and lived experience. For more than a decade, we’ve helped people across North Lancashire and Cumbria overcome drug and alcohol challenges, rebuild confidence, and move toward healthier, more hopeful lives.
Established in 2016 and winner of The Visitor “Business of the Year” award in our opening year.
This is by far the best, friendliest and cheapest pub I have been to in the fifteen years I have lived in Morecambe.
Initially they owned the Ranch House on the promenade but moved to the Exchange – then called the Imperial, some years ago.
Rob and Debbie completely turned the place around, barring all the undesirables and introducing live music every weekend.
Rob has kept the ale prices down which is reflected by the numbers of regulars and visitors it attracts.
Duffy’s Irish Bar on Springfield Street is officially opening its doors on Saturday June 6th from 12 midday.
A spokesman for Duffy’s Irish Bar said:
Expect great craic, ice-cold drinks, live entertainment, and the warm Irish welcome you’ve been waiting for.
We are a Morecambe based organisation & shop located ran by volunteers dedicated to helping local pets.
Loaded jackets, fresh smoothies and delicious panini.
Morecambe, I love this place for treasures – Anna’s Charity
Four soup cups £2, 70’s piggy bank £1, 80’s and 90’s curtains £2
David Thurlwell, baker and proprietor – taken on the 26th of April 1991.
I remember the excellent meat and potato pies – George Smith.
More Music is a music and education charity based in the West End of Morecambe, with 30 years of experience delivering workshops, training, performances and festivals across the district, region and beyond. More Music seeks to build confidence and spirit in individuals and communities through the arts, especially music. More Music is an Arts Council National Portfolio Organisation.
Action is needed to tackle empty shops and rundown buildings in Morecambe’s West End, councillors have said.
Coun Whitaker “Do you agree that we need to stop the rot and the domino impact of more boarded up properties which residents are getting really fed up of? We need to prioritise getting boarded up properties back into use, as business or arts opportunities. Hopefully, we can make the West End a good arts hub when the Eden Project arrives?”
Coun Bottoms replied: “Yes, there are lots of ideas and lots of talk at these meetings. But there is no real vision or strategy. That’s what we need to move things forward. We need positive action, not just words.”
See how the other half live on my Morecambe Walk.
Modern Mooch 