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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Dads go Free at Five of Blackpool's top attractions this Father's Day
Blackpool is celebrating Father’s Day in style this year with an exclusive one day offer giving Dads free entry to five of the resort’s most iconic attractions on Sunday 21 June.
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The Hole in Wand Blackpool
Blackpool's most magical attraction, The Hole in Wand Wizard Golf.
Read MoreWorld 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.
Read MoreMr Basrai's World Cuisines
Mr Basrai's world buffet offers a wide range of food from across the globe.
Read MoreBeachside Restaurant at Boulevard Hotel
The Beachside Restaurant enjoys a relaxed ambience where guests can enjoy dining, complemented by beautiful decor and impeccable service.
Read MoreThe Atrium & Brasserie
A south facing terrace offers beautiful views of the course and surrounding countryside and is perfect for enjoying afternoon tea or watching the sun set.
Read MoreGrand 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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Celebrating Celine - The Ultimate Celine Dion Tribute Show - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 28th Aug 2026
Following an incredible run of sell out theatre tours across the UK and Europe, multi-award winning tribute artiste January Butler is now taking her very own brand new theatre production show out into the world- and looking to delight Celine fans...
Read MoreThe Legend Of Barry White - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 27th Feb 2027
The only UK touring show dedicated to the maestro and legend Barry white!Direct from the USA, a critically- acclaimed revue featuring the incredible vocalist William Hicks also known as “the big man with the big voice”100 m...
Read MoreRebellion Festival - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 6th Aug 2026
Rebellion Festivals is the largest independent Punk / Alternative music festival in the world!
Read MoreHouse of Fun - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 9th Jan 2027
Whether you were there the first time around or you’re discovering 2Tone and Ska revival for the first time, expect non-stop dancing, hands-in-the-air choruses and serious feel-good vibes from start to finish. So dig out your sharpest suit, lace u...
Read MoreRebellion Festival - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 9th Aug 2026
Rebellion Festivals is the largest independent punk / alternative music festival in the world. Tickets on sale now.
Read MoreMurder Trial Tonight - Opera House & Winter Gardens
Date: 26th Mar 2027
Tigerslane Studios, renowned for its captivating true-crime productions, is thrilled to announce the launch of the new season of ‘Murder Trial Tonight – The Doorstep Case.’ A West-End production touring the UK & Ireland with glowing 5-star reviews...
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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.
Read MoreLancashire 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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