Spitfire Visitor Centre Hangar 42
Experience the history, sights and sounds of an operational WW2 RAF aircraft hangar at the Spitfire Visitor Centre Hangar 42.
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About
Welcome to Blackpool! Find out about THE family-friendly resort on the Fylde Coast, with bright lights and something for everyone!
In this section you can explore the golden beach and miles of beautiful promenade. Soak-up the amazing views and sunsets. Visit the town centre to bag a bargain and take a ride on a tram! And of course, what’s Blackpool most famous for? The Illuminations, the annual greatest free lightshow on earth!
About Blackpool
In ‘About’ we’ve got lots of pages of interesting things from Blackpool and the wider Fylde Coast. Here’s a flavour of what you’ll find –
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- Lots of Photos in the gallery pages
- Find out fascinating things about the History of Blackpool
- Blackpool Illuminations – the annual autumn extravaganza
- Explore the lovely Parks, including Stanley Park
- Look around the miles of Seafront
- Visit the Town Centre to shop, eat and play!
- Take a ride on one of Blackpool’s Trams
Looking for What’s on and Things to do?
We’ve got a whopping great big ‘Recreation and Entertainment’ section for you to explore. It includes What’s on, things to do, plus places to stay and eat and much more!
Looking for Somewhere to Stay?
Choose your next holiday with the Visit Fylde Coast Accommodation Guide in association with StayBlackpool
StayBlackpool is the independent association for Blackpool hotels and guest houses. All members hold a national star rating or Blackpool Approved accreditation, so you’ll go home having experienced the best Blackpool has to offer.
Latest updates in this section:
Welcome to Blackpool Tramtown!
Welcome to Blackpool Tramtown! In 2023 ambitious plans begin to transform it into a brand new museum and heritage tram visitor attraction.
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Dogs on Beaches in Blackpool
Find out about restrictions during the season on taking dogs on beaches in Blackpool. When and where you can and can’t go.
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History of Houndshill Blackpool – how the Site’s Changed
You’ll go through and never give it a thought. But here’s some of the history of Houndshill Blackpool and how the site’s changed
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Anchorsholme Coast Protection Scheme 2026
Anchorsholme Coast Protection Scheme begins the early stages in 2026, with site works for a vital sea defence project now underway.
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Anchorsholme Coast Protection Scheme 2017
The £27.1 million Anchorsholme Coast Protection Scheme officially opened in 2017, designed to protect houses and businesses from flooding.
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