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 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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Coastal
Pasaje del Terror
Pasaje 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.
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Groups | Family Friendly | History & Heritage
The Blackpool Tower
There are plenty of experiences on offer at The Blackpool Tower to ensure you have an unparalleled Blackpool experience
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Coastal
Opera House & Winter Gardens
One of the UK's biggest theatres, the Winter Gardens Opera House, has seen a cast of thousands tread its boards since it first opened in 1939. With a 3,000 seat capacity, the splendour of the venue oozes sophistication and character.
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Coastal
The Farm House - Ribby Hall Village
Featuring six bedrooms, including a family suite for added convenience and comfort. There's also a spacious family-style kitchen with aga, formal dining room and a first of a kind for our larger properties - a cinema room.
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Now I'm Here - Queen Tribute - Viva Blackpool
Date: 18th Sept 2026
Forty years ago, Queen released their 12th album, A Kind of Magic, marking their first album since their acclaimed performance at Live Aid in 1985. This album was an instant hit in the UK, skyrocketing to number one and selling 100,000 copies in i...
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Bay City Rollermania - Viva Blackpool
Date: 28th Dec 2026
The remaining band members of Les McKeowns Bay City Rollers reunite to play the songs, tell the tales and re-live life on the road.Remaining band members Phil Hendriks, Darren Lee, Scott McGowan, Nick Gornall and Alex Southgate re-grou...
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Spirit of Christmas - Festive Showtime Afternoon - Viva Blackpool
Date: 20th Nov 2026
A wonderful, Festive show performance starring the Viva cast of talented vocalists, dancers and speciality artistes – hosted by comedian Leye D Johns.Enjoy an afternoon in our 5 star venue. Pre-show Festive lunch option to enjoy before...
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Hometown Glory - A Tribute To Adele - Viva Blackpool
Date: 7th Aug 2026
Join Natalie Black as she brings the magic of Adele to the stage in a stunning tribute show that has been wowing audiences worldwide since 2011. From weddings and cruises to TV appearances and even starring in the 2020 hit film ‘Greed’ alongside S...
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Aladdin - Pleasure Beach Resort
Date: 21st Nov 2026
Aladdin the Pantomime in the Globe at Pleasure Beach Resort.
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Bongo’s Bingo - Afternoon Special! - Viva Blackpool
Date: 25th Jul 2026
Bingo rave! Cheesy singalongs, dance offs, sick prizes, & cash cash money to be won!
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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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