Best Shoreline in the World!
A 2016 study praised Blackpool for having the second best shoreline in the world
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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:
Hacketts Hotel Blackpool
A devastating fire ripped through Hacketts Hotel Blackpool. Now raised to the ground, here’s a look at what happened – and this hotels past.
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New Hotels being Built in Blackpool
There’s several new hotels being built in Blackpool and a LOT of investment going on. Find out about redevelopment across the town.
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Visit Gruffalo and Friends Clubhouse Blackpool
Coming soon – a world’s first – The Gruffalo and Friends Clubhouse – filling the vacant units below the Sea Life Centre.
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‘Hole in Wand’ Adventure Golf Attraction
Hole in Wand is a new, 9 hole wizard-themed mini golf course, newly opened in Blackpool on 28 May 2022
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New Place for a New Blackpool Post Office
A new Blackpool Post Office opened in the town centre at Bickerstaffe House in 2021 – the latest site for a 250 year old service in the town!
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