Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of heritage and culture. Across the country, thousands of heritage venues take part, opening their doors and providing a variety of heritage events free of charge.
This year, Showtown will be exploring and showcasing Blackpool and the Fylde's extraordinary and eclectic history, uncovering unique local stories and hidden treasures as well as providing FREE activities for the whole family to enjoy.
These FREE days out will take place this year between Thursday 14th - Sunday 17th September.
To see a full list of participating venues across Blackpool, Lytham St. Annes and Cleveleys; visit www.showtownblackpool.co.uk/heritageopendays
Some of the events are pre-book only and registration for these events is required ahead of the event. Please see the website for further details and how to book.
There is no need to book for our 'Drop-in events' - just turn up on the day and explore!
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FREE events
Located in the heart of Blackpool town, The Regent Cinema invites you to enjoy a movie…
Located inside the Winter Gardens Blackpool, The Old Victoria is a traditional British…
One of the UK’s biggest theatres, the Winter Gardens Opera House, has seen a cast of…
At Blackpool's Grade II Grand Theatre, Lancashire's premier touring theatre and arts…
Its stunning architecture hosts an extensive programme of temporary exhibitions including…
The legendary Funny Girls show is a night filled with laughter and fabulous musical…
Get a different view of Blackpool on safe, cycle-friendly routes along almost 20 miles of…
Showtown is Blackpool’s brand new, side-tickling, eye-popping, toe-tapping, mind-boggling…
Dating back to 1894, The Blackpool Tower Circus is the oldest permanent circus…
Blackpool's most magical attraction, The Hole in Wand Wizard Golf.
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Escape the noose before time runs out.
Head into the eerie world of The Blackpool…
The Blackpool Tower Ballroom is a sight to behold. Breath taking in its splendour, daily…
Take a trip through 1,000 years of Lancashire’s gruesome and funny history and experience…
Travel back in time and roar like a Dinosaur at The Blackpool Tower's Dino Mini Golf…
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