Maplewood is conveniently located in the pleasant, leafy residential area of Churchtown near to local shops and amenities. There are various social activities arranged within the development by the residents, attendance is optional.

Southport is a quiet resort on the Lancashire coast with a good sunshine record averaging 5.5 hours a day throughout the summer months. Its main thoroughfare, Lord Street, is a mile long tree shaded boulevard with Victorian architecture along which is flower gardens, cafes and shops. Victoria Park is the annual venue of the international Southport Flower show. About 5 miles east of Southport, the Martin Mere Wildfowl Sanctuary provides a haven for geese and many other water birds.