Pier Link will make the junction between Clifton Drive and the promenade more user-friendly. Credit: Fylde Council

Fylde triggers pair of St Annes projects

26 February 2026 11:46 Neil Tague Comments ()

Phase two of a masterplan for the town centre, comprising the Pier Link and Garden Street schemes, has been put into motion this week with contractor George Cox & Sons now on site.

Fylde Council said the work will improve links between the town centre, the seafront and Ashton Gardens.

The £1.6m Pier Link project is funded by Fylde Council, the UK Shared Prosperity Fund and Lancashire County Council. The £1.5m Garden Street project is funded by Fylde Council and the UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Both are being delivered by George Cox & Sons, which successfully completed phase one of the St Annes improvement programme.

The Pier Link project is intended to transform the route between the newly improved St Annes Square and the promenade.

Traffic will become one-way, travelling from Clifton Drive South towards the pier, creating a safer environment for pedestrians and additional space for wider pavements, planting and seating.

Planting, paving and bike travel are all in focus. Credit: Fylde Council

Raised crossing tables will calm traffic while keeping pavements level for wheelchair users and those with pushchairs.

Work has also now started on the Garden Street project, creating a pedestrian-friendly link to Ashton Gardens. The design adds seasonal planting to existing mature trees in a scheme that will improve access to bus stops and see new seating introduced along with new lighting.

Both schemes form part of the overall project masterplanned by BDP. Gosling Consulting is also on the design team for Pier Link.

FYLDE Garden Street Corner View c Fyldecouncil

Cube seating will be introduced at Garden Street. Credit: Fylde Council

Cllr Karen Buckley, Leader of Fylde Council, said: “These projects build brilliantly on the success of St Annes Square, creating accessible, attractive connections that will help our businesses thrive while making it easier for residents and visitors to enjoy everything our beautiful town centre and stunning seafront have to offer.”

During the Pier Link works, St Annes Road West between Clifton Drive and the Promenade will be fully closed. Some traffic management will be in place, with clear signposting for all diversions. Access to the Town Hall will be maintained for vehicles and pedestrians.