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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October is here and soon the weekends will be full of Halloween fun, but before the pumpkin picking and spooky stories take over, this weekend is easing you into the month gently.
Producer Colin Ingram is thrilled to announce that Debbie McGee will play Miss Lynch in the new UK tour of GREASE The Musical.
The Blackpool Tower is preparing for a frightfully fun October half-term, with a trio of Halloween-themed events guaranteed to entertain visitors of all ages.
Blackpool's most magical attraction, The Hole in Wand Wizard Golf.
Read MoreA local bus and tram operator serving the Fylde Coast and linking Lytham, St Annes, Blackpool, Bispham, Cleveleys, Fleetwood and Poulton with a high frequency network.
Read MoreWhether it's white knuckle roller coasters, the UK's only Nickelodeon Land, family fun or spectacular shows there's something for everyone at Britain's favourite amusement park.
Read MoreBeloved characters from the UK’s number one bestselling children’s author Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler have made a home on Blackpool’s seafront.
Read MoreRidgeway Farm are incredibly passionate about food, both nutritional and culinary.
Read MoreA perfect mix of antiques, crafts and jewellery within one of Blackpool's oldest landmarks.
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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...
Read MoreDate: 28th Oct 2026
If Riverdance and Stomp had a baby – it would be Emerald Storm!Direct from the West End, Emerald Storm is the electrifying new dance phenomenon from Adam Garcia , the acclaimed stage and screen star behind some of theatre’s biggest hit...
Read MoreDate: 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...
Read MoreDate: 4th Jun 2027
Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP!This is the “Man in the Mirror” – The brand new must-see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson.Starring CJ, one of the...
Read MoreDate: 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...
Read MoreDate: 23rd Apr 2027
Through the first chapter of her career from her emergence in 1993 through to 2007, Gabrielle was a constant presence in the UK charts. She landed two number 1 singles, a further eight Top 10 hits and five Top 10 albums, including the number 1 hit...
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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.
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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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