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New visitor centre and education hub planned for Wyre Estuary Country Park
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20 August 2026
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All on the Lancashire Coast
Relive childhood memories or create new ones with a trip to the Lancashire coast.
Pack a picnic, grab your kite, and hire an award winning beach hut for the day at St Annes, or head to Cleveleys and Fleetwood to enjoy their award winning beaches – and see who can build the most impressive sandcastle.
Morecambe offers spectacular views across the bay and a beautiful promenade to stroll down or for the glitz and glam of the British seaside head to Blackpool, where you will find an array of attractions to keep the whole family entertained as well as the much loved Blackpool Illuminations.
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What's in store at Pleasure Beach Resort this summer - and all the ways to save on visits
Posted on: 19 August 2026
Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach Resort is making sure there’s plenty on offer for those looking to make the most of summer.
From freshly baked scones to thousands of gallons of tea, The Blackpool Tower Ballroom is preparing to celebrate Afternoon Tea Week after revealing it serves more than 45,000 afternoon teas every year.
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World Horse Welfare Penny Farm
Penny Farm is a horse rescue and rehabilitation centre operated by the charity World Horse Welfare. They welcome visitors 3 days a week to meet the ponies & find out more…
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The Hole in Wand Blackpool
Blackpool's most magical attraction, The Hole in Wand Wizard Golf.
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Affinity Outlet Lancashire
With new stock arriving daily, your trip to Affinity Lancashire will always be worthwhile. It's no wonder that it's one of the area's most loved destinations and Lancashire's…
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Affinity Outlet Lancashire
With new stock arriving daily, your trip to Affinity Lancashire will always be worthwhile. It's no wonder that it's one of the area's most loved destinations and Lancashire's number one for outlet shopping.
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Family Friendly | Coastal | History & Heritage
The Hole in Wand Blackpool
Blackpool's most magical attraction, The Hole in Wand Wizard Golf.
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Family Friendly | Coastal | Free
World Horse Welfare Penny Farm
Penny Farm is a horse rescue and rehabilitation centre operated by the charity World Horse Welfare. They welcome visitors 3 days a week to meet the ponies & find out more about the work of the charity.
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Coastal | History & Heritage
Morecambe Winter Gardens
Morecambe Winter Gardens opened its doors in July 1897 and consisted of the theatre, ballroom, restaurants and gardens at the rear. Over the years the stage has played host to many famous stars of stage and screen, George Formby, Gracie Fields, Vera Lynn, the Who and the Rolling Stones to name a few.
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Old Victoria
Located inside the Winter Gardens Blackpool, The Old Victoria is a traditional British Bar serving a wide range of drinks and classic pub food.
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Opera House & Winter Gardens
One of the UK's biggest theatres, the Winter Gardens Opera House, has seen a cast of thousands tread its boards since it first opened in 1939. With a 3,000 seat capacity, the splendour of the venue oozes sophistication and character.
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Summer Sunday's at Hickory's Thornton
Dates: 2nd Aug 2026 - 30th Aug 2026
Visit Hickory's Thornton for Summer Sunday's, every Sunday in August from 10am 'til 2pm!
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Family Friendly | Outdoors | Coastal
Ride the Lights
Date: 1st Sept 2026
Get on your bike and Ride the Lights! - An Exciting Preview of Blackpool Illuminations.
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Coastal | Family Friendly | Free
Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On
Date: 4th Sept 2026
The big switch is pulled, and more than a million twinkling bulbs burst to life and transform the dark night skies with light.
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Family Friendly | Coastal | Outdoors
Wackadoo. Bluey’s on her way to Blackpool Zoo
Dates: 5th Sept 2026 - 6th Sept 2026
Kid’s TV favourite, Bluey is headed for Blackpool Zoo for two days of ‘for real life’ family fun.
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Senior Rate at Hampton by Hilton Blackpool
Guests aged 65 years + can save up to 6% on stays by Blackpool's famous promenade.
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Way of the Roses Cycling Route
Distance170 miles
The Way of the Roses is a spectacular coast to coast cycle route which takes you past some of the best cultural heritage and stunning natural beauty in northern England.
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Free | Coastal | Outdoors
The Wyre Way - Overview
The Wyre Way is part of the UK national network of long distance walking routes. The route follows the course of the river Wyre from its estuary outlet into Morecambe Bay to the fells above Abbeystead where the river has its source.
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Free | Coastal | Outdoors
Wyre Way Part 1 – Fleetwood Peninsula Loop
Duration6-8 hours 30 mins
Distance16.2 miles
The Wyre Way is part of the UK national network of long distance walking routes. The route follows the course of the river Wyre from its estuary outlet into Morecambe Bay to the fells above Abbeystead where the river has its source.
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Wyre Way Part 2 – Shard Bridge to Garstang
Duration5 - 6 hours
Distance11.8 miles
The Wyre Way is part of the UK national network of long distance walking routes. The route follows the course of the river Wyre from its estuary outlet into Morecambe Bay to the fells above Abbeystead where the river has its source.
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