Remember the Comrades Club?
Originally a Grammar School, then the Comrades Club, now an empty plot after being burnt down.
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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:
Central Drive Park
Find Central Drive Park in one of Blackpool’s most densely populated areas – opposite the petrol station, near Bloomfield Road Stadium.
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Ken Dodd Sculpture at Blackpool Grand Theatre
The Friends of The Grand are tickled to unveil a brand new Ken Dodd Sculpture at Blackpool Grand Theatre. It’s a fitting tribute to Sir Ken Dodd OBE.
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Street Art in Blackpool
Have you seen the fabulous Street Art in Blackpool? Most have been created in the Sand, Sea and Spray, Urban Art Event.
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Enjoy a Blackpool Tram Ride!
Never been on one of the Fylde Coast trams? Come with us and enjoy a Blackpool Tram ride – and see what it’s like.
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Church Street in Blackpool Town Centre
This page is about Church Street in Blackpool Town Centre. What’s there now, how it started and some ‘Did you Know’ moments…
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