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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The Evolution of Magic celebrates its 10th year in Blackpool with Craig Christian and two-time Britain’s Got Talent semi-finalist Elizabeth Best, returning to the Horseshoe at Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Pleasure Beach Resort in Blackpool has revealed details on what to expect from the new additions coming to its annual Halloween event - including a scare maze themed after its latest ride.
Spooky season is here and so many great Halloween events are kicking off this weekend! However, if Halloween isn't your thing, there are other events taking places across the county! Take a look at a selection of great things to do here
Blackpool's most magical attraction.
Read MoreA choice of holiday parks in Lancashire, close to Blackpool.
Read MoreThe Carpet, a permanent walk-on installation on the Tower Festival Headland at the foot of Blackpool Tower
Read MoreHead into the eerie world of The Blackpool Dungeon and see if you can escape the noose before time runs out.
Read MorePasaje del Terror is interactive and realistic horror experience in which groups of around 8 people embark on a terrifying journey, without any guide, through a labyrinth of hair-raising shocks and surprises.
Read MoreShowtown is Blackpool's brand new, side-tickling, eye-popping, toe-tapping, mind-boggling family attraction.
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Date: 2nd May 2027
One of Britain's most loved and influential musicians takes to the road again with a brand new show entitled The Francis Rossi Songbook: Quo – Past, Present, Future. This is a great opportunity for fans to hear many all-time favourites...
Read MoreDate: 6th Feb 2027
Escape the ordinary and enter the world of the extraordinary!It's time to step into the light. Escape with us for a night like no other, where we take you into a world where musical theatre meets jaw-dropping circus spectacular.
Read MoreDate: 18th Dec 2026
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, just in time for a magical evening of best loved festive music, performed live at the beautiful Empress Ballroom, by candlelight. Featuring sing-along classics White Christmas, Let It Snow! Let It Snow!...
Read MoreDate: 12th Nov 2026
90 minute guided tour including backstage areas, plus tea/coffee and cake served in the bar. (Tour includes Stalls, Dress Circle, Walkway, Royal Box, Stage Door, Fly Floor, Gallery, Dressing Rooms, Matcham Court & Stage.)
Read MoreDate: 30th Oct 2026
After headlining Crystal Palace Park, he suffered a heart attack aged just 25. Languishing in hospital, he wrote his next album, The Myths and Legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. Ignoring doctors’ orders to retire, he went s...
Read MoreDate: 15th Nov 2026
The TDCI World Performer title is one of the most prestigious achievements in the international world of dance, representing not only excellence in performance but also dedication, artistry, and discipline. Awarded by the Theatre Dance Council Int...
Read MoreDurationThree 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.
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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