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Fleetwood

See also Fleetwood Metal Body for information on the automobile coachbuilder of that name

Fleetwood is a town in Lancashire, England, lying at the northern end of the Fylde peninsula. It has a population of around 28,000 people.

The town was founded in 1836 by Peter Hesketh , and largely designed by Decimus Burton. It thrived as a seaport and a fishing port, and has more recently been known as a seaside resort.

Attractions in the town include The Mount pavilion and clock, Fleetwood pier and the Pharos and Lower Lighthouses . Fleetwood is also home to a museum and lies at the northern end of Blackpool's tramway. Ferries sail from Fleetwood across the River Wyre to Knott End-on-Sea.

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