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Top tips to enjoy the biggest night of Blackpool's year
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4 September 2026
Blackpool is counting down to its biggest night of the year as the world-famous Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On returns on Friday 4 September.
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Blackpool is set to host its first-ever Illumination Switch-On Watch Party on Friday 4 September, giving hundreds more people the chance to be part of the biggest night in the resort’s calendar.
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New visitor centre and education hub planned for Wyre Estuary Country Park
Posted on: 20 August 2026
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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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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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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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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 number one for outlet shopping.
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Hotel Sheraton
A warm and friendly welcome awaits everyone who visits this family owned hotel situated on the cliffs at Queens Promenade opposite the Irish Sea.
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St Annes Pier
Welcoming visitors since 1885, the beautiful pier at St. Annes. Rain or shine, there is a wide choice of things to do; from restaurants an shops, to amusements with children's cars and rides.
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Ribble Coast and Wetlands
Ribble Estuary NNR is the most important site in the UK for wintering wildfowl.
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Shaina Twain & Friends Tribute
Date: 5th Sept 2026
Plus the kings and queens of country music.
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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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St Annes Kite Festival
Dates: 4th Sept 2026 - 6th Sept 2026
The 2026 award winning St Anne’s Kite Festival will take place in September, this date being identified by suitable tides for everyone’s safety.
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Lytham International Film Festival 2026
Dates: 3rd Sept 2026 - 6th Sept 2026
Four days of screenings, masterclasses, workshops, networking events and celebrations of independent cinema across Lytham.
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The House Cup at The Hole in Wand Blackpool
Dates: 18th Jul 2026 - 6th Sept 2026
Five houses. Five locations. One house cup.
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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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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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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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