The posh UK seaside town named best for food and drink
A nearby town also presents itself as a charming coastal retreat with boutique coffee shops and restaurants for those seeking a peaceful escape.
A picturesque seaside town just an hour from Liverpool has been named amongst Britain's best for food and drink. Lytham St Annes received acclaim as "a jewel of the North West coast" from consumer watchdog Which?. The resort secured its place among 28 seaside locations awarded five stars for food and beverage offerings in Which?'s annual assessment.
It gained particular attention in a follow-up feature highlighting the nation's top performers. Situated less than 20 minutes by road from Blackpool, the destination remains easily reachable from Liverpool at just one hour and nine minutes via car, according to Google Maps. Rail connections also serve Lytham St Annes. Visitors can anticipate "ambitious, independent restaurants and cafes" alongside more conventional waterfront dining venues, Which? noted.
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Nearby Lytham also presents itself as a charming coastal retreat with boutique coffee shops and restaurants for those seeking a peaceful escape.
It's home to two of Britain's best fish and chip restaurants - Whelan's and The Haven - as recognised by The Times in its recent "best spots for seaside fish and chips" list.
The area's top dining venue, Lytham House, holds an AA Rosette distinction, with the brasserie featuring impressive decor across two levels and a vibrant cocktail lounge.
In addition to its thriving food scene, the town boasts a strong sense of community, a tranquil beach, and a scenic park.
It also hosts the Lytham Festival, which attracts big names such as Stevie Wonder, Justin Timberlake, Alanis Morrissette, and Kings of Leon..
Which? awarded Lytham St. Annes an overall "destination score" of 72%, with its beach earning three out of five stars.
Other seaside towns that received high ratings for their food and drink offerings include Sidmouth in Southwest England, St Andrews in Scotland, and Tenby in Wales.
On the other end of the scale, Bognor Regis was named the worst-rated seaside town by Which?, receiving a dismal one-star rating across categories including seafront, food and drink, tourist attractions, scenery, and shopping.
