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 | Free | History & Heritage
Blackpool Central Pier
Central Pier is at the heart of the Blackpool coastline, neighboured by South and North Pier.
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Coastal
Hotel Sheraton
A warm and friendly welcome awaits everyone who visits this family owned hotel situated on the cliffs at Queens Promenade opposite the Irish Sea.
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Coastal
Hampton by Hilton Blackpool
Set on Blackpool's seafront with 204 modern, bright guest rooms and flexible meeting space.
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Coastal
VIVA Blackpool
Prepare to be astounded by our amazing venue providing wonderful pre-show dining, and a fantastic bar... but we're also the home of some of the most sensational shows in town! All of this is under one roof - that's not a dream, it's Viva Blackpool!
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Mean Girls - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 18th Aug 2026
The Plastics rule North Shore High burning anyone who gets in their way. Cady thinks she knows about survival of the fittest, but high school is a whole new level.
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Bat! - The Bat Out Of Hell 50th Anniversary Concert - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 4th Dec 2027
Joining Steve on stage is Mark Alexander, Meat Loaf’s musical director and pianist for over 25 years. Together with a cast of incredible singers and dancers, and ‘The Rock n Roll Heroes’ — an all-star band featuring some of the country’s finest ro...
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Burlesque - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 21st Dec 2026
Step into a dazzling new production set beneath city lights. Featuring songs by Christina Aguilera, Sia and Diane Warren, with music from Todrick Hall and Jess Folley.
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Blackpool Magic Convention - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 18th Feb 2027
Blackpool Magic Convention promises a world class line up of international, award winning magicians, illusionists and acts, brought together in one fantastic venue to provide a weekend like no other.
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Venue Tours - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 28th Jul 2026
Approx tour time: 120 mins.
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The South - Viva Blackpool
Date: 6th Nov 2026
The South are an impressive 9-piece band that features former members of The Beautiful South, including singer Alison Wheeler and lifelong sax player Gaz Birtles. They play the songs made famous by The Beautiful South and bring back the full flavo...
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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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