Cleethorpes Boating Lake voted one of top ten seaside attractions in England and Wales

                                                                   

Part of the heritage of Cleethorpes - the boating lake area is a hit with residents and visitors alike 

 

CLEETHORPES Boating Lake and its leafy surroundings have been listed as Top Ten seaside location.

According to an organisation called the Seaside Heritage Network, visitors voted for it on the basis of the relaxed atmosphere, the birdlife and its accessibility for disabled people.

The boating lake dates back to 1928. it proved so popular that it was quickly doubled in size. 

Says Dr Kathryn Ferry, a founder member of the Seaside Heritage Network: "Our winners this year are not the usual suspects

"Seaside heritage is not always the grand or obvious. 

"They are often distinctive attractions that make their location unique and are highly valued by residents and visitors alike."

The full list is:

1. New Palace and Adventureland, New Brighton

2. Ventnor Paddling Pool, Isle of Wight

3. Grand Pier, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset

4. St Annes Beach Huts, Lytham St Annes, Lancashire

5. Leas Lift, Folkestone, Kent

6. Punch & Judy booth, Swanage

7. Cleethorpes Lakeside Area, Lincolnshire

8. Showtown Museum, Blackpool

9. Grand Hotel, Scarborough, North Yorkshire

10. Great Orme Tramway & Goats, Llandudno, Conwy

Continues Dr Ferry: "Several themes came out in the comments from voters, and the sense of continuity these places and experiences provide was key. 

"People have a great nostalgia for the things they enjoyed in childhood, and they delight in  the opportunity to pass that on to the next generation.

"Our winners were routinely praised for their family focus and friendly staff too. 

"We firmly believe that embracing the power of seaside heritage to connect with people anew can help coastal places blighted by social and economic problems.

"It is brilliant to have such a varied and cherished Top Ten."