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Your community. Your businesses. Your local stories.
Hello and welcome to this week’s Cleveleys Now newsletter! I’m Mike Lane, editor of Cleveleys Now, and I’m delighted to welcome you to our growing local community. I believe Thornton and Cleveleys are special places to live, work and visit. We have a wonderful coastline, fascinating local history, plenty of interesting places to explore and, most importantly, independent businesses that help give our towns their character.
That is exactly why Cleveleys Now exists. Our aim is simple: to celebrate our local area, share interesting stories and help residents discover the independent businesses, services and people right on their doorstep. We want to be a useful source of local information, bringing together the things that make our community proud. We will focus on interesting facts, local discoveries, community stories and the businesses that deserve to be recognised. A few local talking points this week
🌊 Cleveleys’ coastline is getting stronger There has been a major milestone in the Wyre Beach Management Scheme, with the final rock placed as part of the coastal protection works. The wider programme is designed to help protect homes and communities from flooding and coastal erosion, while improvements have also been made to paths and access along Rossall Beach.
🏛️ Did you know Marsh Mill dates back to 1794? Our famous Thornton landmark is a Grade II* listed tower windmill, standing around 70 feet tall. It is a remarkable reminder of our area's industrial and agricultural heritage. Although the mill is currently closed to the public, its history remains an important part of Thornton’s identity.
🎭 Thornton Little Theatre is looking to the future A much-loved community venue has been preparing for a new chapter under new leaseholders, with plans for live entertainment, theatre, community activities and opportunities for local performers. It is an encouraging reminder of the value of keeping our local cultural venues alive.
Let’s support the businesses on our doorstep
One of the most important things we can do for our towns is support the independent businesses that serve us every day. From cafés, restaurants and takeaways to shops, tradespeople, professional services and family-run enterprises, these businesses are part of what makes our community unique. When you shop locally, you help support local livelihoods and keep our high streets vibrant.
That is why we are inviting independent businesses in Thornton and Cleveleys to add their details to the Cleveleys Now Directory. It is an opportunity to help more local people discover what they offer. If you own a business, we would love you to get involved. If you are a resident, we would love you to explore the directory and discover something new.
What can you expect next week?
We will continue bringing you interesting local facts, stories worth sharing, places to discover and independent businesses to get to know. We would also love your help. Have you discovered an interesting local fact? Know a business that deserves a little recognition? Have a community story you think we should cover? Please get in touch. Cleveleys Now is here to celebrate our area, and your contributions can help make it even better. Thank you for being part of our journey.
Best wishes, Mike Lane
Discover local. Support independent. Stay connected. Visit CleveleysNow.com to explore the directory and discover more about our local community.
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OCTOBERFEST 2026 |
The Venue Cleveleys sits directly on the North Promenade in Cleveleys, with unobstructed views across the beach and, on a clear day, all the way to the Lake District. It's the kind of place that earns a permanent spot in your plans, whether you're after a mid-walk coffee and slice of cake or a proper evening meal with drinks on the terrace. The menu flexes to suit almost any appetite — small or generous portions available throughout the day, and a full dining experience come evening. When the weather turns, the warmth inside makes stormy sea views surprisingly spectacular, so there's no bad season to visit. Dogs on leads are genuinely welcome in the rear bar area daily from eleven in the morning, making it a rare find among seafront venues. Special bowls are on hand, though the floor is the only appropriate dining spot for four-legged guests. Looking ahead to late October, an Oktoberfest celebration brings a selection of German beers and traditional food with free entry. Christmas party nights follow, complete with live entertainment and a DJ running late, plus a sit-down Christmas Day lunch and a New Year's Eve dinner and show to close the year in style. |
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Trivia Question❓Thornton-Cleveleys lies within the Wyre district of Lancashire, but which nearby city holds the record as the closest major urban centre, sitting just over 10 miles to the south? Answer at the bottom of the newsletter |
A community theatre in Thornton-Cleveleys, Blackpool, is set for a fresh start after a troubling closure. The venue, formerly known as Cre8iv Little Theatre, shut its doors after its founder, Chris Higgins, was jailed for sexual communication with a child and handed a 10-year sexual harm prevention order. Now rebranded as Thornton Little Theatre, the space will reopen in July under new leaseholders Claire and Ged Mills, who have already lined up a programme of entertainment, community events, and creative opportunities. Local councillors are welcoming the move as a positive step for residents and performers alike. |
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One of Cleveleys’ most unusual landmarks is easy to miss: the stone Ogre on the beach, whose green covering helps him blend into the rocks.
Part of the Mythic Coast artwork trail, the sculpture brings to life the children’s story The Sea Swallow, inspired by local folklore and the tale of the lost settlement of Singleton Thorpe.
The Ogre was carved from limestone and placed below the high-tide line, so he appears as the sea retreats and disappears again as the tide returns. Visitors can look for him near Mary’s Shell and Jubilee Gardens, but should check tide times and avoid slippery rocks.
With the Ogre’s Paddle and other coastal artworks nearby, the trail offers a fun way to explore Cleveleys’ seafront and discover the stories behind its distinctive public art. Read More... |
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TB | Terry Blackwell · 3 weeks ago The rocks round there are seriously slippy even on a dry day. Good that the article mentions it. Seen a few people clamber over the groynes…
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💡 Answer to Trivia Question: Blackpool |