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Dare to be scared: Lancashire's Top Halloween Scare Attractions
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18 September 2026
Looking for the ultimate jump scare this Halloween? Look no further! Lancashire offers haunted houses a plenty.
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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Blackpool’s Sandcastle Waterpark has been crowned Waterpark of the Year at the prestigious UK Theme Park Awards, marking another major milestone in a landmark year for the attraction as it celebrates its 40th birthday.
This weekend will be another busy one across Lancashire with plenty of great events filled with fun for you to enjoy.
Blackpool Businesses
Family Friendly | Coastal | Free things to do
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 | Coastal | Free things to do
Blackpool North Pier
North Pier opened in 1863 (the oldest of the three) and still retains its Victorian charm.
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Coastal
Adventure Golf
Each hole of our Adventure Golf offers unique hazards ranging from jumps and bumps to rivers and underground tunnels, all adding to the fun of the game.
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Family Friendly
The Arena at Blackpool Pleasure Beach
Why not discover a cool way to spend your day in the world's oldest purpose-built ice theatre.
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Family Friendly | Coastal
Ridgeway Farm
Ridgeway Farm are incredibly passionate about food, both nutritional and culinary.
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Arts & Culture
Viva New Year’s Eve Gala Spectacular - Viva Blackpool
Date: 31st Dec 2026
Join us for an unforgettable gala New Year's Eve celebration in Blackpool. Celebrate the new year with style and sophistication at our Blackpool New Year's Eve event.The very best way to celebrate New Years Eve in Blackpool...
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Arts & Culture
West End Divas - Grand Theatre
Date: 29th Sept 2026
Join three of the West End’s most celebrated leading ladies for an extraordinary evening of powerhouse vocals, iconic showstoppers, and backstage secrets. Between them, these exceptional divas have starred in Les Misérables, Wicked, The Phantom of...
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Ready Steady 60s - Viva Blackpool
Date: 9th Oct 2026
Step back in time with this four-piece live band, dedicated to bringing the energy and excitement of the iconic 60s music scene to life! With stunning vocals and high-energy performances, they recreate the magic of this unforgettable era, deliveri...
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Arts & Culture
The Dark Room - Viva Blackpool
Date: 17th Feb 2027
Welcome to John Robertson’s THE DARK ROOM - the legendary interactive comedy show that fuses improv, crowdwork and gaming to create an insane live-action videogame!“An hilarious, participatory cult classic”Neil Patrick Harris
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Sunday Night At The Grand - Grand Theatre
Date: 25th Apr 2027
You’ll be taken through a journey of laughter with the North West’s funniest comedians, astonishing vocalists and an array of show-stopping dancers.This unforgettable evening is full with the very best variety entertainment for the who...
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IBFA Mr And Miss Britain - Viva Blackpool
Date: 25th Oct 2026
Here at the Independant. Bodybuilding. Fitness. Association UK (IBFA UK®), we encourage classic grassroot bodybuilding, catering to all ages and abilities; characterized by our old school shows for rewarding classic aesthetics! We run with the con...
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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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