Morecambe, a seaside town in Lancashire, was recently dubbed one of the UK's worst coastal towns but there are exciting new plans for the region (Image: James Maloney/Lancs Live)

'UK's worst seaside town' to be transformed with two major projects

Morecambe in Lancashire was recently named one of the UK's worst coastal towns, but could soon be transformed with the reopening of a theme park and the arrival of the Eden Project

by · Birmingham Live

Morecambe, a seaside town in Lancashire recently dubbed one of the UK's worst coastal towns by the Telegraph, is on the cusp of a major facelift with plans to resurrect its disused theme park. Known simply as the fifth-worst seaside spot in need of improvement, Morecambe could soon witness an exciting transformation.

Discussions are underway to redevelop Frontierland, the once-popular theme park that has been lying deserted for over two decades since shutting its gates in 2000. Local officials, including city council officer Jonathan Noad, have revealed that about "35 regional and national developers" are showing interest in reviving the vacant site, which was secured by the city council in 2021.

The public is also being encouraged to contribute ideas for the redevelopment project. Furthermore, the Lancashire town is preparing to host another major visitor draw a northern rendition of Cornwall's Eden Project.

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Slated for a grand opening by 2028, the £100 million Eden Project North aims to replicate the success of its southern counterpart. It promises to feature a "hyper-real forest," vast artistic installations, and theatrical extravaganzas, all nestled within three large shell-like pavilions that offer views across picturesque Morecambe Bay.

Visitors can anticipate the "Bay Glade," a wellness-focused landscape, and a Natural Observatory dedicated to research and education, reports the Express.

The site will also boast an exhibition space and gathering area known as the Bay Hall, alongside play zones, restaurants, cafes, and a gift shop to enhance the visitor experience.

Local councillors are optimistic that a developer will come forward with an "exciting idea" to transform the site within the next 18 months.