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Top places to see a sunset on the Lancashire coast
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30 October 2026
With the sun now setting earlier and the crisp autumn weather arriving, it is the perfect time to experience some of Lancashire's spectacular sunsets.
Blackpool
Known for its iconic seafront, Blackpool is one of Lancashire’s best-loved visitor destinations. The promenade is home to many of the resort’s most recognisable attractions, including the historic Blackpool Tower and the traditional piers, offering classic seaside experiences alongside long-established entertainment. Whether it’s a walk along the Golden Mile or time spent enjoying the shoreline, Blackpool delivers all the elements of a great British coastal break.
There’s plenty more to explore beyond the beach. Blackpool Pleasure Beach remains one of the UK’s leading theme parks, while venues across the town host a packed programme of shows and live performances throughout the year. The famous Blackpool Illuminations continue to draw visitors each autumn, lighting up the coastline with spectacular displays. With a wide choice of places to eat, stay and explore, Blackpool is a destination that’s easy to enjoy at any time of year.
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Famous faces turn out for Journey to Hell opening at Pleasure Beach Resort
Posted on: 23 October 2026
A host of famous faces were spotted enjoying a day out in Blackpool for the opening of Pleasure Beach Resort’s Halloween event, Journey to Hell.
Two of Blackpool’s best-loved trams are to take centre stage on the seafront during the town’s Lightpool celebrations later this week.
Blackpool Businesses
Family Friendly | Coastal | History & Heritage
The Hole in Wand Blackpool
Blackpool's most magical attraction.
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Groups | Family Friendly | History & Heritage
The Blackpool Tower
There are plenty of experiences on offer at The Blackpool Tower to ensure you have an unparalleled Blackpool experience
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Family Friendly | Coastal
Spitfire Visitor Centre
Located in an original RAF Hangar, the Spitfire Visitor Centre will transport you back in time to the dark days of WW2, bringing to life the realities of fighting in the air and supporting the aircrews on the ground.
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Coastal | Free things to do | History & Heritage
Blackpool Central Pier
The heart of the Blackpool coastline.
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Family Friendly | Coastal
Ridgeway Farm
Ridgeway Farm are incredibly passionate about food, both nutritional and culinary.
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Coastal | History & Heritage
The Blackpool Tower Dungeon
Journey through Lancashire's darkest and funniest history. It's so much fun it's scary. A uniquely thrilling attraction for the whole family to enjoy.
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Katie Hopkins - Free Range Christmas Special - Viva Blackpool
Date: 13th Dec 2026
A full on free range comedy show with Katie Hopkins
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The Sensational 60s Experience - Grand Theatre
Date: 4th Apr 2027
Join us for the musical phenomenon, The Sixties at 60, with this festival of nostalgia. The show with the definite feel good factor will transport you back to that magical decade that was the 1960s.Whether you come to relive your child...
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Russell Howard - Grand Theatre
Date: 21st Feb 2027
Presenter, actor, and much-loved funny man.
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Blackpool 80s Weekender - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 10th Sept 2027
The ultimate destination for 80s music fans in the North West.Spanning two unforgettable days, this is set to be the biggest 80s celebration of the year, bringing together legendary artists, guest DJs, and a full-on immersive 80s exper...
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Christmas Day Family Gala Dinner - Viva Blackpool
Date: 25th Dec 2026
Enjoy a worry free Christmas Day with us here at Viva
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The Freddie & Queen Experience - Viva Blackpool
Date: 13th Nov 2026
Celebrating Queen's wealth of talent by recreating, with breathtaking accuracy, the style and excitement of a LIVE Queen concert. Something which, sadly, will never be seen with Freddie Mercury again.Experience the UK's premier Queen a...
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Lancashire Set-Jetting: Blackpool, Preston and the surrounding areas
DurationThree days
Whether it is feature films, comedy shows, sci-fi or drama, Lancashire's wonderfully varied coastline, cities, towns and countryside, make it a wonderful place to capture people's imaginations.
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Lancashire Set-Jetting: East Lancashire, the Ribble Valley and the surrounding areas
DurationThree days
Iconic mills, rolling hills and a national landscape that rivals the beauty of the Lake District means that East Lancashire and the Ribble Valley are often used to showcase the quintessential British countryside on our tv and cinema screens.
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