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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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 will compete with three other cities to win the accolade, which would mean a £10m, year-long celebration of arts and culture for local people to enjoy, creating new jobs and opportunities across the Fylde coast.
Blackpool's most magical attraction.
Read MoreLocated 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.
Read MoreTravel back in time and roar like a Dinosaur at The Blackpool Tower's Dino Mini Golf attraction.
Read MoreThe Best Western Carlton Hotel is one of Blackpool's best-established hotels, sitting on the quieter North Promenade, overlooking the famous promenade and the Irish Sea.
Read MoreA warm and friendly welcome awaits everyone who visits this family owned hotel situated on the cliffs at Queens Promenade opposite the Irish Sea.
Read MoreCome and experience the magic of The Blackpool Tower's amazing history in The Blackpool Tower Ballroom.
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Date: 13th May 2027
With her passion for compassion and flair for giving care, the bust a gut funny (Graham Norton) Myra DuBois calls out to the disadvantaged, downtrodden and tyrannised of the world with her manifesto for mental health: Ad Myrism! But are you ready...
Read MoreDate: 14th Feb 2027
Discover the history behind the Grand theatre and enjoy an afternoon tea with prosecco.
Read MoreDate: 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...
Read MoreDate: 17th Jan 2027
A tour of the Grand theatre.
Read MoreDate: 6th May 2027
The Ultimate Celebration of Queen Have your finest hour, or two! As we bring you Radio GaGa. Break free with us and shake all over like a jellyfish as Radio GaGa recreates two magical hours live on stage, celebrating the ma...
Read MoreDate: 2nd Jul 2027
Experience the soulful sounds of the 1970s as ‘Sing Baby Sing’, the world-famous Stylistics tribute band, brings the magic of Philadelphia soul to Viva!The world-famous Stylistics tribute band, brings the magic of Philadelphia soul to...
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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.
Read MoreDurationThree 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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