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What's in store at Pleasure Beach Resort this summer - and all the ways to save on visits
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19 August 2026
Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach Resort is making sure there’s plenty on offer for those looking to make the most of summer.
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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Grand Theatre
One of the few remaining theatres of great architectural character, designed by Frank Matcham. It has a magnificent 4-level auditorium with 1,200 seats.
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Date: 30th May 2027
A musical journey through the glittering career of pop’s most famous brother and sister duo.Featuring all of the Carpenters hit songs including Close To You, Top of the World, We’ve Only Just Begun, Rainy Days & Mondays, Goodbye to Lov...
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Date: 31st Oct 2026
Their platinum-selling album Levelling The Land celebrates its 35th anniversary in 2026. The record features the hit singles One Way, 15 Years and Far From Home plus The Game, Liberty Song, Riverflow, Boatman and the incendiary Battle Of The Beanf...
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Sweeney Todd - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 28th Oct 2026
An Immersive Theatrical Event Prepare to be transported back in time as the Pavilion Theatre transforms into the infamous Mrs. Lovett’s pie shop. Sit right in the middle of the action where every note of suspense is palpable, and the aroma of myst...
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Ross Noble: Cranium of Curiosities - Grand Theatre
Date: 5th May 2027
Roll up, roll up! Or use a more conventional form of transport to get to the show. It's entirely your choice. Unless you accidentally become trapped in a barrel*.Should that happen, then just find an incline and start rolling to see th...
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ELO Again - Grand Theatre
Date: 28th Feb 2027
The stunning ‘Re-Discovery Tour’ celebrating the truly universal music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra. Now in their 8th year ELO Again give a dramatic taste of what a legendary ELO concert would have been like back in their heyday....
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The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons - Grand Theatre
Date: 14th Mar 2027
The Best of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons is back by overwhelming demand, delivering a spectacular, high-energy celebration of the timeless music from one of the biggest-selling groups of all time.
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DurationThree days
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Lancashire Set-Jetting: East Lancashire, the Ribble Valley and the surrounding areas
DurationThree days
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