A Mermaid at Talbot Square
A Blackpool Mermaid is in pride of place at Talbot Square, opposite Blackpool North Pier. Modelled on a real-life girl from Blackpool.
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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:
Deansgate in Blackpool Town Centre
We’re taking a look around some of the best known roads across the Fylde Coast. This page is about Deansgate in Blackpool Town Centre.
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Blackpool War Memorial and Cenotaph
Blackpool War Memorial and Cenotaph remembers all those lost in conflict. Find it in a prominent position on Blackpool Promenade.
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Blackpool Heritage Open Days
Explore local history with Blackpool Heritage Open Days this September
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The Tower Dungeon – and Aquarium
Today and yesterday, The Tower Dungeon – and Aquarium – has occupied the same space on the ground floor of The Blackpool Tower.
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Talbot Square – one of the oldest parts of Blackpool
Talbot Square is the space outside Blackpool Town Hall and the former Clifton Hotel, opposite North Pier – one of the town’s oldest areas
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