Lancaster and Morecambe: Where Coast, City, and Countryside Meet
Nestled between the coast and countryside, Lancaster and Morecambe is a unique area where the best of nature and city living converge. While many people dream of seaside life, recent insights from the Rightmove Happy at Home Index reveal that residents are happiest when surrounded by National Parks and natural landscapes. It’s no surprise then that areas like Woodbridge in Suffolk, crowned as the UK’s happiest town, and Richmond upon Thames and Hexham, which placed second and third respectively, owe their charm to picturesque settings and vibrant communities.
This year, residents of Scotland, Wales, and the South West reported the highest happiness levels, largely thanks to access to rural environments near woodlands, forests, and protected landscapes. These areas, filled with natural beauty, evoke a sense of year-round cheer that peaks during the festive season, spreading love and joy at Christmas.
Closer to home, Lancaster and Morecambe offers an incredible blend of everything that makes people happy. We might not have made the happiest towns list, but we truly have it all. With the Forest of Bowland, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, right on our doorstep, the serene coastline of Morecambe Bay, and the majestic Lake District just a short drive away, it’s hard to imagine a more idyllic place to live.
Whether you prefer the energy of Lancaster’s city streets, the calm of Morecambe’s seafront, or the tranquillity of nearby countryside, our area captures the spirit of happiness the Index describes. Lancaster and Morecambe may not wear the crown this year, but for those lucky enough to call it home, it’s a hidden gem where the coast, city, and countryside meet in perfect harmony.
I wonder if the judges visited……
Thanks for reading our fun but factual article. Would you agree with Rightmove’s happiest place or would you fight our corner and agree, we have it all!
Happy Christmas
Michelle x