Blackpool Carnival is CANCELLED
The original Blackpool Carnival was a spectacular, huge event in 1923. It’s back again this year – take part or watch it’s a great day out!
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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:
Extending Houndshill Shopping Centre
Various plans have been and gone, now extending Houndshill Shopping Centre is almost complete with the new IMAX cinema opening in March 2024
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Fylde Boat Angling Club House
We’re talking quirky buildings in this post about the Fylde Boat Angling Club House. You’ll have passed it – do you know what it once was?
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Old Police Station and Courts at Bonny Street
The Old Police Station and Courts at Bonny Street Blackpool are a big (and unattractive!) landmark on the skyline and earmarked for demolition
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Seafront Hotels in Blackpool
With seven miles of coastline, you’re spoilt for seafront hotels in Blackpool and a huge choice of holidays by the sea in this seaside town
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Shops in Blackpool
There’s a great range of shops in Blackpool. Big names and independents, chains and complete one-offs, in small streets and big retail parks.
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