Southport’s picturesque promenade greenspaces are set to shine this summer thanks to Sefton Council’s Tourism team and contractors.

Both Kings Gardens and Princes Park, which make up a significant part of the resort’s iconic seafront, have undergone a series of improvements in recent months ahead of a busy tourism season.

Victorian charm

In Kings Gardens, a range of restorative measures have been implemented to preserve the area's Victorian charm. These include power washing, patch painting and repairing all of the Gardens’ Victorian shelters.

Contractors are also busy repainting 160 decorative lighting columns, while vandalised lights on the Venetian Bridge have been replaced. And the Venetian Bridge itself is scheduled for patch-painting and timber repairs in August.

Protective treatments

Visitors to the gardens hoping to take a rest on a sunny bench will see they have recently undergone protective oil treatments and paint touch-ups as needed.

Meanwhile in nearby Princes Park essential maintenance has focused on improving public access and reducing anti-social behaviour. This has included the cutting back of overgrown shrubs along pathways.

Safety and enjoyment

Cllr Paulette Lappin, Sefton Council’s Cabinet Member for Regeneration, Skills and Employment, said: “We have listened to people visiting Kings Gardens and Princes Park who felt more needed to be done to enhance their safety and enjoyment.

 “Both greenspaces are key locations in Southport’s seafront experience and these enhancements are designed not only to preserve historic amenities but also to ensure they remain safe, accessible and enjoyable spaces for everyone to use.

 “These improvements will make Kings Gardens brighter, more welcoming and enjoyable, while Princes Park is now better protected from unauthorised vehicle access to ensure it remains a child friendly and family-focussed environment.”

You can find out more about Sefton’s parks and greenspaces here.