Best beaches in Southport

3 ranked beaches in Southport, Lancashire

Ranked by the OnlyBeaches Index (OBI) — a 1-10 score blending water purity, conditions, crowd levels and vibe. Updated every 30 minutes.

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Ainsdale Beach

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Large, sandy beach with wide dunes, perfect for families and dog-friendly walks.

7.0

Birkdale Beach

Secluded sandy beach that offers a peaceful environment with views over Southport.

7.0

Southport Beach

Popular seaside resort beach with long sandy stretches and a Victorian pier.

7.0

What makes Southport's beaches stand out?

Southport sits in Lancashire, United Kingdom and is home to 3 ranked beaches on OnlyBeaches. Every beach here is scored by the OnlyBeaches Index — a 1-10 metric blending water purity, live conditions (waves, water temperature, wind), crowd intelligence and vibe.

Whether you're after the highest-scoring beach in Southport or a quieter hidden cove, the list above is refreshed every 30 minutes using live Stormglass and OpenWeather data.