Draft:Marine Lake

Marine Lake is a man-made lake located in Southport. It was constructed in the 19th century, to provide a safe area to boats and ships during low tides.

History
Until the lake's construction, the tide of the Irish Sea used to come up to the promenade. The foreshore was purchased by the Southport Corporation in 1885. A lake and park, named South Marine Gardens, was built south west of the pier in 1887, and the North Marine Gardens was built in 1892. These two lakes were joined on the 17th September 1895, creating the Marine Lake we know today.

Leisure
There are lots of leisure areas on the Marine. Boats, water bikes and ferries are just a few of the attractions available. There are also plans for a water and light show and a new convention center.

Water and Light Show
There is a planned Water and Light Show on the Marine Lake. This uses £3.9 million of the town deal.

Marine Lake Events Centre
A new convention centre and theatre is being built on the site on the old Floral Hall site. It uses £73 million and is hoping to bring in an economy and tourism boost to Southport.