Riverside Holiday Park
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- Close to the beaches and dunes of Southport
- Within easy reach of Liverpool and Blackpool; bus outside to Southport
- Licensed shop, 80 acres to wander and indoor heated pool with spa
If you want to get to the beach from Riverside Holiday Park in Merseyside, just jump on the bus… Directly in front of the park is a bus stop with a half hourly service straight into Southport – step off bus, find sands and sand dunes, spread blanket on sand, sorted. (You might also like to hear about the very lengthy pier at Southport too…)
And if you want to get to the museums and nightlife from Riverside Holiday Park, also jump on the bus: just across the road from the park is another bus stop with well-priced day tickets to the sights of Liverpool – step off bus, find museums, find nice old pub, sorted.
For the days mooching about on site in between beach bathing and city sightseeing, Riverside has 80 acres to wander around, as well as a stream of facilities to investigate: a leisure centre with heated indoor pool, gym and spa open from March to November; fishing on site (bring your rod licence); and the Coast & Country Bar & Restaurant from which to contentedly contemplate the countryside.
There's also a large modern play area and outdoor splash zone for the kids (plus plenty of places for them to run around), a licensed shop, a launderette and a large area for exercising dogs. The toilet and shower blocks are centrally heated with free hot water, disabled facilities and baby changing.
Site type
60
20Tourist board rating
Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.- The site does not accept breeds/crossbreeds listed in the Dangerous Dogs Act (i.e. Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tosa, Dogo Argentino, and Fila Brasileiro).
- Single-sex bookings of 4 or more people (excluding couples) are not permitted via Pitchup.com.
- No bachelor/bachelorette parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
- Commercial vehicles (vehicles used for work-related purposes, carrying goods or fare-paying passengers) and sign-written vehicles are not permitted on site.
- Continental touring caravans (caravans built with the passenger door on the right-hand side) are not permitted.
- Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the park while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
- Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
- Please note that reception accepts card payments only for any additional charges.
Languages spoken
English
This site is a member of Harrison Leisure UK group.
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Features
No dogs allowed
Leisure on site
Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room Indoor swimming pool Kids' club On-site restaurant/cafe Outdoor swimming pool Play area TV room Take away Tennis WatersportsAmenities on site
Bath available Car parking by pitch/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Launderette Parent & baby washroom Pick-up from public transport Portable toilet Pub toilets Public telephone Shower available Toilet block Washing-up area WifiGroups welcome
D. of E. welcome Family friendly Motorcycle friendly Single-sex groups welcome Student groups welcomeRules
Barbecue provided Barbecues allowed Campfires allowed Commercial vehicles allowed Dogs allowed Dogs allowed all year No dogs allowedUtilities
Charging facilities Chemical disposal Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energyNearby amenities
Bar nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby Shop nearbyType
Large (51-200 pitches)Nearby leisure
Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Watersports nearbyLocation
Riverside Holiday Park
Southport New Road
Southport
Merseyside
England
PR9 8DF
Directions Timezone
Europe/London GMT (GMT+00:00)
GPS
53.66707°N
2.90125°W
Nearest transport
Coach7.4 km Eastbank Street
7.4 km Eastbank Street
8.6 km Bath Street
Rail4.9 km Bescar Lane Rail Station
5.4 km Meols Cop Rail Station
6.5 km New Lane Rail Station
Ferry25.8 km Liverpool Belfast Ferry Terminal Bootle
29.6 km Seacombe Ferry Terminal
29.7 km Liverpool Isle of Man & Dublin Terminal
Airport36.8 km Liverpool John Lennon Airport
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
Local attractions
The Victorian town of Southport has been one of the most popular seaside destinations in the UK since the times of Queen Victoria, when the population decided seaside holidays in the region were the way to go. Highlights include the smashing sand dunes, which roll out all the way between Birkdale and Woodvale to the south – part of the dunes are a National Nature Reserve and the keen-eyed should see sand lizards and Natterjack toads.
Golfers go here too: Southport is the centre of England's 'Golf Coast' and home of Royal Birkdale Golf Club, once host to the Open Championship – several other courses are within 15 minutes' drive of town, so bring your clubs.
The Ribble Estuary edges Southport to the north and is very much worth a wander for wildlife fans, as it has a big wildfowl population in winter and is also a National Nature Reserve. Also nearby for nature lovers, the WWT's site at Marton Mere is fab for families with its play area and child-friendly events like den building, pond dipping, arts and crafts and canoe safaris.
And finally, take time in Liverpool, for attractions like the Museum of Liverpool and International Slavery Museum, the Beatles Museum, and the pubs and clubs around Concert Square and Mathew Street.
Water quality at nearby bathing waters
| Name | Distance | Type | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southport | 8.4 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Ainsdale | 12.6 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Good |
| St Annes | 12.9 km | Sea | Good | Good | Good | Good |
| St Annes North | 14.3 km | Sea | N/A | N/A | Good | Good |
| Blackpool South | 17.2 km | Sea | N/A | Good | Good | Excellent |
Data source: European Environment Agency
Must see
WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre 5.5 km
Camelot Theme Park 14 km
Forest of Bowland 15.8 km
Beacon Country Park 16.1 km
Pleasure Beach Resort 17.3 km
National Trust
Rufford Old Hall 6.6 km
Formby 16.6 km
Mr Hardman's Photographic Studio 30.2 km
Speke Hall, Garden and Estate 36.8 km
Gawthorpe Hall 42.4 km
Cycle routes
Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.
Other
CHURCHTOWN BOTANIC GARDENS 3.8 km
Sollom and Bank Hall 5 km
MARSHSIDE (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 09/11/2006) 5 km
Mere Sands Wood - Rufford Old Hall 5.4 km
Martin Mere - Liverpool / Leeds Canal - Burscough Bridge 5.4 km
Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.
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Frequently asked questions
- Does Riverside Holiday Park have a swimming pool? No View all features
- Is Riverside Holiday Park dog friendly? No View all features
- What attractions are near Riverside Holiday Park? The Victorian town of Southport has been one of the most popular seaside destinations in the UK since the times of Queen Victoria, when the population decided seaside holidays in the region … Read more