Anchorsholme
Anchorsholme is a suburban area of Blackpool and the name of a ward in the Borough of Blackpool in Lancashire, England. It lies close to the town of Cleveleys.
Toponymy
The name Anchorsholme is thought to derive from the Old Scandinavian word 'holmr' meaning a piece of dry ground in a marsh forming an island, with the 'Anchors' meaning a location where one would fasten up a boat.Promenade and coastal defences
The promenade and sea wall at Anchorsholme were rebuilt in 2017 as part of the Anchorsholme Coast Protection Scheme. In addition, the level of the coast road, Princes Way, was raised to help lessen flooding.The promenade is on two levels and replaced damaged flood defences and a single-level promenade constructed in the 1930s. In 2025, further work to strengthen the sea defences is scheduled. Rocks are to be laid against the existing concrete sea wall slope and rock groynes built to trap sand, raise the level of the beach and reduce the strength of the waves reaching the revetment.Parks and open spaces
Anchorsholme Park lies near the seafront. It was reopened on 20 July 2020 after being closed for five years due to the construction of a below ground water storage tank and pump for United Utilities. The project is designed to lessen stormwater discharges into the sea and improve water bathing quality to comply with a tougher European Bathing Water Directive. The reinstated park includes a café, entertainment area, tennis courts and children's play area.East Pines Park off Luton Road has a children's play area and gardens.