Blowick is part of the ancient parish of North Meols and was formerly a detached settlement, on the northern fringe of what is now Southport.

The news has met with mixed reactions from local residents, though the gas holder was voted one of the North West's biggest eyesores in a competition run by the BBC.

Known for a time as The Thatch Inn, the pub closed on 21 August 2008 after Cains Brewery went into administration, but reopened the following day under new management.

[2] Haig Avenue football stadium, the home of National League North team Southport F.C., is also located in Blowick.

Blowick is served by Meols Cop railway station on Northern's Manchester to Southport Line.