The Platform in Morecambe Lancashire

The Platform Morecambe, Lancashire

The Platform in Morecambe is a restored Edwardian train station on the Morecambe promenade. It is the northern seaside town’s main event space. Read a short guide to this iconic venue in Morecambe.

The exterior of the building

Events

Now owned by the Lancaster council, the venue hosts a variety of events throughout the year including comedy, cabaret, music concerts, and dance.

The Platform also houses the Morecambe Visitor Information Centre, The Station pub, and a children’s play area.

The venue puts on regular workshops and lectures.

Access – Getting There

Platform Morecambe (www.lancaster.gov.uk/platform)
Old Station Buildings
Marine Rd Central
Morecambe LA4 4DB
Tel: 01524 582 803
Google map

Midland Hotel Morecambe

Morecambe Station has frequent trains to nearby Lancaster. There are also trains to Skipton and Leeds on the Leeds to Morecambe Line.

The Platform, Morecambe

Nearby

The venue is within easy walking distance of Morecambe railway station, the statue of comedian Eric Morecambe, unveiled by the Queen in 1999, and Morecambe Leisure Park.

The Midland Hotel is also right on the doorstep if you wish to stay close to the venue. The Grade II listed, Art Deco hotel offers 4 stars, boutique-style rooms, and a restaurant. The Streamline Moderne building dates from the 1930s and has artwork (two seahorses) by the sculptor Eric Gill.