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20,000 support Blackpool's bid to be UK City of Culture 2029
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13 August 2026
Blackpool’s bid to be named UK City of Culture 2029 has been supported by 20,000 people so far.
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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Be Inspired
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.
Blackpool has unveiled a dazzling array of new, family-friendly features set to illuminate the resort’s famous 2026 Illuminations display, created in collaboration with three acclaimed female artists.
Blackpool Businesses
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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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 | Groups
Coffee Shop at Penny Farm
The dog friendly coffee shop at Penny Farm serves a range of teas, coffee, light lunches and it's famous for homemade cakes and scones and is a five star food hygiene rated.
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Coastal | Free | History & Heritage
Blackpool Central Pier
Central Pier is at the heart of the Blackpool coastline, neighboured by South and North Pier.
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Coastal
Hotel Sheraton
At the Hotel Sheraton, they truly understand that every Bride & Groom want their Wedding and Reception to be the most perfect day to mark the start of their new lives together.
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Coastal | Arts & Culture
The Regent Cinema
Located in the heart of Blackpool town, The Regent Cinema invites you to enjoy a movie experience like no other.
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Wet Wet Wet - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 26th Feb 2027
Released in 1987, Popped In Souled Out was the album that introduced Wet Wet Wet to not only a national audience, but a global one too. It reached No.1 on the UK Albums Chart and featured the hit singles “Wishing I Was Lucky”, “Sweet Little Myster...
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Giovanni - Unstoppable - Grand Theatre
Date: 8th May 2027
He’s back… and more unstoppable than ever.Giovanni Pernice returns in 2027 with his electrifying new live tour – unstoppable.The Strictly Come Dancing champion and BAFTA winner has captivated audiences across the UK with hi...
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Phantoms Of The Popera - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 3rd Mar 2027
This vocally dynamic evening showcases smash-hit songs from the West End and Broadway, brought to you by four of the world’s finest voices. Join the guys on a spine-tingling rollercoaster of breathtaking show-tunes, riding the high and...
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Boyzlife - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 20th Nov 2026
Irish pop duo featuring ex-members of Westlife and Boyzone. Brian McFadden and Keith Duffy perform pop hits by their former bands.There are few acts that accomplished the level of success that Boyzone and Westlife respectively achieved...
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GirlyPop Live - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 30th Aug 2026
Calling all pop music fans! Live Republic is thrilled to present GirlyPop Live, a spectacular celebration of all things pop!Get ready for an unforgettable day this Summer, featuring incredible tribute acts to your favourite pop stars,...
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Music of Hans Zimmer & Others - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 24th Nov 2026
The Music of Hans Zimmer and others – presented by a pirate from Pirates of the Caribbean! Experience the unique and best film scores from Top Gun, James Bond, Pirates of the Caribbean, The Lion King, Gladiator, The Dark Knight, Inception, Interst...
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Itineraries
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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