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Blackpool
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EVENTS
ATTRACTIONS
DESTINATION GUIDE 20
THEATRE
DINING OUT
ACCOMMODATION
WELCOME TO
BLACKPOOL
THE UK’S FAVOURITE HOLIDAY RESORT
Whether it’s white-knuckle thrills at award-winning theme parks
and attractions; a year-round programme of world-class shows
and concerts; extraordinary events and entertainment; a huge
selection of accommodation to suit all pockets…Blackpool has
everything you need for the perfect getaway.
And all of this just a stone’s throw away from Britain’s most
iconic seafront, with its regenerated promenade, tramway, three piers,
Tower, illuminations and miles of golden beaches and bathing waters.
Within this guide you can see for yourself how a revitalised Blackpool
has blended its marvellous heritage with a new generation of free
and paid for attractions to create the ultimate family beach resort.
Come and see us soon – you will not be disappointed.
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WHAT’S INSIDE
WHAT’S ON
6-7
32-33
A round up of some of our exciting
events for 2015
10-12
DIARY OF A 10-YEAR-OLD
The Blackpool Resort Pass is your
family’s passport to fun
PLENTY GOING ON FOR COUPLES
AND GROUPS
Holidaying as a couple or with a group,
Blackpool has it all going on
38-39
ART AND BLACKPOOL
14-15
Explore Blackpool’s cultured side
THE BEST THINGS IN LIFE ARE FREE
10 things to do in Blackpool if you are
watching the pennies
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LIGHTS, CAMERA, BLACKPOOL!
Blackpool takes centre stage
20-21
AROUND THE CLOCK IN BLACKPOOL
Whether you have 24 or 48 hours to
spend in resort, we have plenty of ideas
of how to spend your time
40-41
MORE THAN JUST LIGHT
The Blackpool Illuminations are still one
of the greatest attractions you will ever
visit...find out what’s new for 2015
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EXPLORE BLACKPOOL’S PARKLIFE
Blackpool boasts some beautiful parkland
44-45
SPORT
A taste of this year’s sporting activities
46-47
PAMPER BLACKPOOL
Go on spoil yourself!
50-51
GOIN’ TO THE CHAPEL
Looking for a magical and unique
location for your big day?
26-27
BEAUTIFUL BEACHES
6-miles of breathtaking golden sands
28-29
SEASIDE TREATS
From ice cream to traditional Blackpool
rock, we won’t disappoint
30-31
COOL BARS
Fancy a cool bar to visit..then look
no further!
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52-53
MIXING BUSINESS WITH PLEASURE
Blackpool is the perfect location for all
your business needs
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WHAT’S ON
Photograph: Jamie Hunter
13-22 FEBRUARY
FEBRUARY HALF-TERM FESTIVAL
– FEATURING SHOWZAM!
It’s a time when many seaside destinations
are still in hibernation. Not Blackpool. All
major attractions open for business and
there is the added bonus of the annual
Showzam! festival, when Blackpool
becomes Circus Town, playing host to
some of the most inventive circus
companies in the UK. For full programme
details go to www.showzam.co.uk.
BLACKPOOL ARMED FORCES
WEEK 22-28 JUNE
Blackpool has a long tradition of
celebrating the work of the Armed Forces
– and we do that by building an exciting
week-long programme of events around
national Armed Forces Day in June.
The town-wide programme is our way of
saying “thank you” to the Armed Forces,
friends and family, by hosting free
concerts, exhibitions and ceremonial
events for you to share.
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9-10 AUGUST
Photograph: Claire Griffiths
1 SEPTEMBER
BLACKPOOL AIR SHOW
RIDE THE LIGHTS
There can be no more uplifting sight than
watching the likes of the Red Arrows
painting intricate patterns in the sky above
Blackpool Promenade or seeing a Typhoon
fighter jet streak across the horizon at over
450 knots.
For one night only….the opportunity to
take a magical bike ride through the
Blackpool Illuminations.
That’s all part of the thrill of the
breathtaking Blackpool Air Show – a free
event over two days and featuring some of
the most spectacular aerial displays in the
country.
2014 saw amazing displays by the Red
Arrows, daredevil wing walkers, and
military aircraft, showcasing the very best
in British aviation.
Incredibly, 2015 will see the 106th annual
air show in Blackpool, making it one of the
longest running air shows in the world and
giving good reason to make it better than
ever.
This annual event sees the whole stretch of
the Promenade closed to vehicles for three
hours giving thousands of cyclists the
chance to get a sneak preview of the
Illuminations before they are formally
switched on a few days later.
Ride The Lights is a free event, open to
everyone, and includes a range of
entertainment, stalls, workshops and
competitions to keep cyclists entertained
throughout the evening.
The route runs from Starr Gate, South
Shore all the way through to Red Bank
Road, Bispham, with riders able to go in
either direction and cycle as much or as
little of the course as they want.
4-6 SEPTEMBER
4 SEPT - 8 NOV
SWITCH-ON FESTIVAL WEEKEND
BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS
It’s the biggest night of Blackpool’s season
– the night when one of the UK’s biggest
celebrities will switch on the world-famous
Illuminations in front of 20,000 people on a
purpose-built outdoor arena in the shadow
of Blackpool Tower.
It’s the longest and most enduring event in
the Blackpool calendar, attracting over
three million visitors during the autumn
season.
The 2014 event saw Britain's best-loved
comedian, Peter Kay, switch on the Lights
after a star-studded concert starring girl
band Little Mix, supported by Texas,
George Ezra, Neon Jungle, Union J, Matt
Cardle and many more.
2014 also saw the launch of Blackpool’s
first Switch-On Festival Weekend with the
Friday night event followed by two great
nights of entertainment including Thriller
Live! from the West End and singing star
Rebecca Ferguson in concert.
The big question is….who will pull the
switch in 2015?
11,18, 25 SEPT & 2 OCT
WORLD FIREWORKS
CHAMPIONSHIP
The ultimate finale to Blackpool’s summer
season – four stunning firework displays
that light up the sky above Blackpool
seafront – and they are all FREE to watch.
Every year sees a new array of features –
and 2015 will be no different with our
innovative designers using the latest
technology to enhance what has long been
dubbed the greatest free light show on
earth.
2014 saw Canada beat off competition
from Sweden and Austria to take the
coveted title with manufacturers Titanium
rounding off the programme with an
astonishing exhibition over North Pier.
There are lots of ways you can view this
wonderful attraction.
2015 will see more competitors from
around the world bidding to take the
crown.
You can drive along the entire stretch, take
a modern or illuminated heritage tram, or
why not park your car and take a walk
through the Lights? It’s a fantastic
opportunity for you and the family to enjoy
a stroll through the magnificent
regenerated seafront, illuminated by well
over a million lights.
Simply head for the Tower Festival
Headland – a purpose built outdoor space
that creates the perfect viewing platform for
you to stand back and watch one of the
most stunning spectacles of the year.
For information on all Blackpool events go to
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DIARY OF A 10
YEAR OLD
BLACKPOOL THROUGH THE EYES OF A CHILD
It’s no secret to millions of families through the generations – Blackpool
has an enduring ability to capture the imagination of children of all
ages. It’s that heady mix of bright lights, wide open spaces and amazing
attractions that make them go “wow”! It’s a combination that creates
memories that last a lifetime. But don’t just take our word for it…..
Day 1
Day One in Blackpool and the sun is
shining. We arrived early and me, my
eight-year-old sister and Mum and Dad
know we’re going to have a brilliant time.
Sunny day means Blackpool Pleasure
Beach so we headed there straight away.
Wow, it was fantastic. There were so many
brilliant rides for us all to enjoy. I thought I
was really brave going on the Big Dipper
and Grand National but then my dad
decided I should give Infusion a go. I ended
up with no voice from all the screaming!
We stayed in the Pleasure Beach all day
and were shattered at the end of it so it
was early to bed ready for the next day.
Day 2
Day Two and the weather was brilliant
when we got up so dad said best to head
off to The Blackpool Tower and go up to
the SKYWALK at the top. I did not expect
this! Before you get to the SKYWALK you
go into a 4D cinema and you really feel like
you’re flying over Blackpool.
We all absolutely loved SpongeBob’s
Splash Bash in Nickelodeon Land but we
all agreed that the best family ride was
Valhalla. It looked like we’d all been in the
shower when we came out. Awesome!
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Then we went up in the lift to see the
SKYWALK and I felt like I was walking on
air. It felt a bit strange to be stood on a
glass floor so high up, and a bit scary too,
but it was fantastic. We loved it and we got
some brill photos of us lying on the floor
and looking out over the Comedy Carpet
and the sea.
Next stop was The Blackpool Tower
Dungeon. Mum and sister went to get us
all some fish and chips while me and dad
did the Dungeon. Dad got picked on by a
pretend judge and a plague doctor so that
was really funny. The Drop Dead ride at the
end was amazing.
We then went off to the beach with our fish
and chips and had a great time building
sandcastles and burying mum and dad’s
feet all afternoon.
Day 3
Day Three and time for Sandcastle
Waterpark. I could not believe how good it
was. My sister was a bit nervous but she
did want to give everything a go and she
was the right height so we just went for it.
The great thing was we could go on some
rides on our own and some with mum and
dad. We both agreed that the
Masterblaster and Sidewinder were our
favourites and even if you don’t like the big
rides there’s still loads to do in the pool and
water play areas.
getting to dress up like a rock star, my
sister loved having her own hand made in
wax and dad was pretty impressed with
the Two Ronnies.
The sun was shining after lunch so we
decided to go for a walk on the prom and
visit Madame Tussauds. Amazing!
We’d had a great day and we knew it was
going to be a great night too as we had
tickets to see the Hot Ice Show at the
Pleasure Beach Arena. For the whole
show, which was brill, all I could hear
my mum and sister saying was “Wow”
every two minutes!
We got some brilliant photos of us with
stars and I think mum really enjoyed sitting
next to David Beckham. My favourite was
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sea creatures here and we loved just
watching them but we didn’t realise that
mum and dad had treated us so that we
could feed the sharks.
We didn’t get in the water so we felt safe
but it was still a bit strange having a shark
swimming up to you so you could give it its
lunch!
Day 4
Day Four meant a trip out to Blackpool
Zoo. My favourites were definitely the
Orangutans and we all loved trying to get
them to wave at us and stood there for
ages pulling funny faces. My sister loved
the sealion show which was fantastic.
There was so much to see and do in the
Zoo and we didn’t really want to leave, but
we had spotted the Model Village just
down the road so we went there. I have
never felt so tall!
Mum and dad said that was enough for
one day but we managed to get a quick
trip to Ripley’s Believe It or Not before
going back to our hotel and saw some
pretty amazing things. I didn’t even know
such things as a two headed calf existed
and the shrunken heads were gross!
Day 5
Day Five was our last day but we were
determined to make it a fun one so after a
walk down the prom we went to SEA LIFE
Blackpool. There are thousands of different
www.blackpoolresortpass.com
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We thought things couldn’t get much
better than that but then we headed back
to The Blackpool Tower to see the Circus.
We laughed and laughed at the clowns
Mooky and Mr Boo who were so silly and
funny and the acrobats were ace.
MORE FUN
THINGS TO DO
IN BLACKPOOL
HOUNDSHILL SHOPPING
Houndshill Shopping Centre - Check out
the fantastic line up of events and free kids
club featuring our very own mascot Harry
the Hound! With over 60 stores under one
roof and some tasty choices for dining it’s
the perfect destination for the whole family.
www.houndshillshoppingcentre.co.uk
It was sad to leave Blackpool but we loved
our five days and mum and dad said it
was great that we’d had Blackpool Resort
Passes to make sure we could do so
much.
The Blackpool Resort Pass is your family’s
passport to fun. It’s a one-stop ticket
offering access to the resort’s top
attractions at huge discounts. It’s perfect
for a family break as it means you can
manage your holiday budget while ensuring
that everyone gets to experience their
favourite parts of Blackpool. But don’t
just take our word for it – here is a
10-year-old’s Resort Pass
adventure…
See you soon Blackpool
– we’ll be back
2 WHYNDYKE FARM
If you’re looking for something
different to do, Impact Blackpool
at Whyndyke Farm is the place for you to get
outdoor and active with activities such as
paintballing, archery or even a crazy game of
human table football!
www.blackpoolactivities.com
3 RIBBY HALL VILLAGE
Open 365 days a year, ten minutes’ drive
from Blackpool. The perfect place for a
family holiday within 100 acres of beautiful
Lancashire countryside.
ribbyhall.co.uk or call 0800 107 0336
STANLEY PARK
Stanley Park is Blackpool’s outdoor
delight offering traditional family fun. Take
a ride on a boat, bounce on a trampoline
or castle, ride on a train or try to score a
hole-in-one on the golf. Enjoy awardwinning Kelly’s Ice Cream and
refreshments at the Lakeside and Play
Park Kiosks. An affordable day filled with
fresh air and fun. Stanley Park, West Park
Drive, FY3 9HU www.blackpoolparks.co.uk
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Enjoy nInE GrEat
Blackpool attractIonS
In one easy ticket at great
value for money
VisitBlackpool has teamed up
with your favourite Blackpool
attractions to ensure you have
the best possible time when you
visit the resort. The Blackpool
Resort Pass will provide you
with one visit to each attraction
across seven days.
You can now add more value to your Blackpool Resort Pass by bolting on additional attractions at a further discounted price!
To buy your Blackpool Resort Pass go to www.blackpoolresortpass.com
or go to the VisitBlackpool Tourist Information Centre* or call 01253 478222
* Additional £5 charge
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THE BEST THINGS
IN LIFE ARE FREE
STROLL ALONG THE PROM
Everyone enjoys a stroll along the
prom. Whether it’s to blow away
the cobwebs, catch some rays or
just enjoy a relaxing walk along
Blackpool’s famous Golden Mile.
There is so much to see and do
that this 7-mile walk really could
fill a whole day for you.
THINGS TO DO IF YOU’RE
WATCHING THE PENNIES:
AND IN BLACKPOOL YOU DON’T NEED TO FLASH THE CASH TO HAVE A GOOD TIME
With magnificent sweeping
Spanish steps, magnificent
beaches, open views across the
Irish Sea and miles and miles of
beautiful picnic spots you really
will be spoilt for choice when you
see Blackpool’s restored and
regenerated seafront.
ENJOY A PICNIC ON THE BEACH
People have been doing it for centuries but there
really is something very satisfying about being
able to enjoy a picnic on a British beach. And
with seven miles of golden sands to choose from
you will be spoilt for choice.
WINTER GARDENS
THE COMEDY CARPET AND
TOWER FESTIVAL HEADLAND
First opened to the public in July
1878 this “most magnificent palace
of amusement” has been welcoming
visitors ever since. Transport yourself
back to the Victorian era when the
well-heeled would travel to Blackpool
to “promenade” and enjoy the
year-round garden in the beautiful
breath-taking Floral Hall. Having
recently been refurbished the Floral
Hall is a splendid place to sit and
watch the world go by or to just
simply stroll around and wonder at
the magnificent architecture.
Take a stroll where every step brings a new giggle.
The Comedy Carpet sits in the shadow of the world
famous Blackpool Tower and it’s one of the largest
pieces of public art ever commissioned in the UK.
There’s nothing like the British sense of humour and
the Comedy Carpet immortalises and celebrates the
jokes, songs and comedy catchphrases of Britain’s
most well-loved comedians and writers.
GRUNDY ART GALLERY
With a rolling programme of vibrant
temporary exhibitions to suit all tastes
from the classical to the contemporary,
the Grundy Art Gallery has been at the
heart of Blackpool’s cultural life since
1911. Cutting-edge work by Gilbert
and George, Martin Creed and other
provocateurs of recent British art are
just as likely to be found as traditional
oils, watercolours and historic
curiosities from a collection containing
almost 2,000 items.
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GREAT PROMENADE SHOW
A giant mirror ball will leave you reflecting
on an aesthetically pleasing stretch of
rejuvenated promenade at South Beach.
It’s part of the Great Promenade Show
where some of the country’s top artists and
designers have created two kilometres of
gobsmacking sculptures and lighting. It’s
certainly a break from the norm for
Blackpool, but one that has gone down
a storm with visitors.
NOT ONE, NOT TWO,
BUT THREE PIERS….
Blackpool is the only UK seaside resort to have
three piers and what’s more, you can enjoy a
stroll on all three for FREE. The first pier to adorn
Blackpool’s golden sands was North Pier in
1863 and this, and its two neighbours are still
going strong. Despite changes to the buildings
they all remain true to the original concept
featuring a range of amusements, live music
and dancing.
North Pier was always the posh pier and remains
a wonderful place to enjoy a stroll over the Irish
Sea, while Central and South Piers represent
fun. Built in 1868, today Central Pier is very
much a family entertainment complex and South
Pier, built in 1893, houses big thrill rides and its
own fun fair.
Photograph: David Graham
MARTON MERE
Some thought it a bird-brained scheme,
but what was once the council’s rubbish
tip is now the town’s bio-diversity hot-spot
- a tranquil nature reserve on Blackpool’s
urban fringe that attracts twitchers from all
over the north. A Site of Special Scientific
Interest for its amazing birdlife, it also
supports dragonflies, butterflies, bats
and orchids. Follow the many
footpaths around the
site and visit the
birdwatching
hides.
STANLEY PARK
Just stroll, laze or play in this green haven,
where Blackpool shows its tranquil face to
beautiful effect. Transport yourself back to a
more innocent era with a game of bat and ball
on the acres of lush lawns or have a round of
mini golf. If that’s too energetic just sit back in
a rowing boat on the lake or stroll round the
ornate Italian gardens.
NORTHERN LIGHTS
The world-famous Blackpool
Illuminations need no introduction - the
facts speak for themselves. They cost
£2.4m to stage. The equipment is worth
£10m. They attract in excess of 3.5m
visitors to Blackpool every year. Visitors
spend more than £275m while visiting
the resort during the Lights. The display
stretches almost six miles from Starr
Gate to Bispham.
Less than 30 staff including artists,
electricians, joiners, mechanics, painters
and engineers work all year round to
ensure the displays are ready on time.
Altogether 65,000 staff hours are used
on maintenance, preparation, erection,
operation and - finally - dismantling the
features, fixtures and fittings.
Phew!
Oh, and it’s all free!
For more ideas on free activities in Blackpool go to www.visitblackpool.com
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LIGHTS, CAMERA,
ACTION, BLACKPOOL
BIG BUDGET MOVIES, SOAP OPERAS, ADVERTISEMENTS, CHILDREN’S
SHOWS, DOCUMENTARIES – BLACKPOOL HAS A MAGNETIC APPEAL
FOR FILM AND TV PRODUCERS. HERE ARE JUST SOME OF THE EDITED
HIGHLIGHTS OF BLACKPOOL TAKING CENTRE STAGE:
"It embodies all the traditional
seaside holiday elements you
could wish for”
There’s barely a week when the resort isn’t
hosting a film crew for one reason or
another. And now it seems Blackpool is
the resort of choice for TV and online
commercials too.
In 2013 the resort enjoyed being featured
in a series of national Compare The
Meerkat commercials which ran alongside
top soap Coronation Street. And last year
VisitBlackpool, together with Merlin
Entertainments, who operate The
Blackpool Tower and its associated
attractions, Madame Tussauds and
SEA LIFE Blackpool, filmed and broadcast
a TV campaign throughout the summer
months.
Entitled “Blackpool’s Back”, the TV advert
was the perfect platform to showcase all
that the new-look Blackpool has to offer.
It was the first TV advertisement
promoting Blackpool as a destination for
many years and it told the story of a
fun-filled, action-packed weekend in
Blackpool through the eyes of a 10-yearold child.
Why through the eyes of a child?
Blackpool has an unrivalled concentration
of world-class family attractions, an
award-winning beach and, most of all it’s a
place that children love.
The resort has been attracting families for
more than a century and while it remains
the UK’s most visited seaside destination,
Blackpool’s Back was a way of reminding
those who have not been for a while that
there is nowhere quite like Blackpool.
Now is the perfect time to come and
re-live past experiences and also explore
the regenerated resort, creating new
memories that will last a lifetime.
In addition, TV viewers across the UK
saw Hollywood actor Kevin Bacon take
to the Big One at Blackpool Pleasure
Beach for an ad promoting mobile phone
network EE.
Blackpool Pleasure Beach also ran its
own TV advertising campaign with a
30-second commercial focusing on the
park’s white-knuckle rides. Managing
Director, Amanda Thompson OBE, said:
“Our 2014 advert was as exciting as the
many amazing rides and attractions we
have on offer here at Blackpool Pleasure
Beach.
And confectioners Nestlé chose
Blackpool as the backdrop for their
on-line campaign promoting a new KitKat
ice-cream. Did you see the donkeys
having a break at the end of a long day
with their ice-cream in hoof?
Location manager Mark Wilson worked
with The Mob Film Company to make the
Nestlé ad and said Blackpool was the
obvious choice.
He said: "We’re often asked for iconic
British landmarks at Film Locations, and
to be honest there are few better in the
UK than Blackpool and its Tower.
"It embodies all the traditional seaside
holiday elements you could wish for,
along with the hi-tech rollercoaster
Pleasure Beach, there’s many great
residential, suburban and countryside
locations. The local authorities are well
versed in Film Company requisites,
which all in all makes Blackpool a great
place to shoot."
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“We find TV advertising a really effective
medium in attracting visitors not only to us
but to the whole resort. At the end of the
day we want people to experience the
thrills and the many twists and turns of the
attractions and by using TV advertising we
hope the many people who see our
adverts will want to come and check out
Blackpool for themselves."
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HOURS IN
BLACKPOOL?
You’ve only got 24 hours to enjoy the best of your
favourite BEACH resort so how on earth are you
going to pack in all that Blackpool has to offer
Quite simply it’s impossible! To enjoy
Blackpool thoroughly you need to stay
for at least a few nights but here we
offer top tips on how to get the best
out of a one night trip….
PM
Stroll down the Promenade to get your
bearings. It’s quite easy really, on one side
you have the Irish Sea, on the other it’s
Blackpool so it’s difficult to get lost.
If you’re feeling peckish why not tuck into
some traditional fish and chips and sit on
the seafront to watch the world go by.
Alternatively, call in at the majestic
Blackpool Tower Ballroom and enjoy
Afternoon Tea followed by a quick
two-step. It doesn’t matter whether you’re
a pro’ or you have two left feet, this
beautiful Ballroom welcomes hundreds of
dancers every day.
While in The Blackpool Tower take a trip to
the top to the SKY WALK where you can
walk on the 5cm thick glass floor and take
in unspoilt views across Lancashire and the
Irish Sea. If it’s a clear day you might even
spot the Isle of Man.
PM
Dinner and showtime!
From champagne and oysters to traditional
fish and chips, Blackpool has it covered.
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With hundreds of cafes, restaurants,
take-aways and bars, there is an enormous
variety to suit not just every taste but every
pocket.
And as the day comes to a close, the
night comes alive. Blackpool offers
entertainment to suit every individual all
year round. West End shows, ballet, opera
and art exhibitions sit alongside gigs from
the latest boy bands, comedians and
tribute acts. You will not be disappointed.
AM
Your 24 hours is coming to an end but
there’s still time to fill a morning.
Why not start the day in one of the cafes in
Cedar Square where you can enjoy a
coffee and slice of cake while relaxing?
With a tight schedule make time to visit at
least one of Blackpool’s three piers –
North, South and Central. On South and
Central you can enjoy traditional
amusements and funfair rides or at North
Pier, promenade down the full stretch of
Blackpool’s oldest pier and hop on the
historic Carousel at the end.
And if you’ve still got some time, catch a
tram so you can ride through Blackpool’s
six miles of Promenade as a relaxing end
to your trip.
HOURS IN
BLACKPOOL?
With 48 hours to enjoy Blackpool be prepared for
an action packed couple of days
Blackpool is bursting with attractions,
eateries and entertainment so you will
have no problem at all filling two days in
the UK’s most popular seaside resort.
DAY 1
After you’ve checked into your hotel why
not mingle with your favourite stars from
stage and screen? Meet pop stars, sporting
heroes, royalty and comedians….and it
couldn’t be easier as all you need to do is
enter the world of Madame Tussauds.
Or if the mysteries of the deep are your
thing, you could always check out SEA LIFE
Blackpool. There’s everything from sharks
to seahorses and if you’re feeling really
brave, why not take a dip into one of the
deep tanks and actually swim with the
sharks!
DAY 2
When lunchtime beckons, why not
experience a delicious Afternoon Tea in the
Tower Ballroom and afterwards work off all
those scones and sandwiches by taking to
the floor and dancing to the sounds of the
Mighty Wurlitzer Organ.
If you prefer the outdoors, then head to the
beach with a picnic (if the weather permits)
or take time out to enjoy one of Blackpool’s
fabulous eateries. Whether it’s champagne
and oysters or fish and chips, Blackpool
can offer you every type of food that you
could ever wish for.
It’s impossible to visit Blackpool without
taking in one of the resort’s fabulous shows.
Blackpool comes alive at night and with
breathtaking theatre, awe-inspiring circus
and variety, and some of the greatest bars
and clubs in the UK, you will not be
disappointed.
If you’re visiting during the Illuminations
period, a drive down the prom is a must
and alternatively, Blackpool now boasts the
world’s largest indoor illuminations with
Illuminasia in the Winter Gardens.
Now head back to your hotel for a cocktail
and a good night’s rest.
Time for an action-packed day.
For the thrill-seekers among you, Blackpool
Pleasure Beach is an absolute must.
Boasting more than 125 rides the Pleasure
Beach has something for everyone with
family rides, fantastic white-knuckle
experiences and the UK’s only
Nickelodeon Land.
Simply wander around the beautiful Zoo
and enjoy watching the animals go about
their daily business or take the opportunity
to get up close with them. Blackpool Zoo
offers visitors a variety of experiences
including the opportunity to feed the big
cats and giraffes and you can even try
your hand at training a sea lion.
The park is also packed with a variety of
restaurants and shows so you can be
assured of a great day out which can be
extended into the evening. For animal
lovers, why not head out for a visit to
Blackpool Zoo. Home to more than 1,500
exotic animals including, lions, tigers and
elephants, the Zoo is a great place for
young and old, families and couples.
For total contrast and a perfect end to
the day, head to South Beach opposite
the Blackpool Pleasure Beach where you
can stroll along the 2km stretch, taking in
the unique pieces of modern art that make
up the Great Promenade Show.
And don’t forget, once you’re feeling
relaxed and rejuvenated after a packed
day, Blackpool still has a buzzing nightlife
waiting for you to enjoy your last night
in resort.
For more information go to
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BLACKPOOL
ZOO
Enjoy the wildest day of your holiday at Blackpool Zoo!
Blackpool Zoo has been open for over
40 years and has changed beyond belief!
More than 1000 mammals, birds, reptiles
and invertebrates live in natural, spacious
enclosures surrounded by 32 acres of
beautiful trees, lakes and open space –
a veritable oasis for all ages in a busy
seaside resort.
All your favourites live here! From aardvarks
to zebras, cockroaches to giant Asian
elephants, our residents come in all shapes
and sizes. You can walk amongst them in
Amazonia, Lemur Wood and Wallaby
Walkabout or look them in the eye with
nothing but a pane of glass between you
and one of Nature’s most efficient
predators at the Big Cat House. Learn all
there is to know at the daily Talks and
Feeds or even take part in one of our
close encounters with giraffes, sealions
or a barn owl.
The Active Oceans arena is the biggest
and best in the UK and is home to our
Californian sealions. Daily displays
demonstrate natural behaviours and
children learn about Gina, Anya and the
rest whilst marvelling at their intelligence.
Amazonia replicates the South American
rainforests and is full of free-roaming
monkeys and many species of exotic
waterfowl and parrots. The Birds of the
World displays include birds of prey,
entertaining macaws, and even a troupe
of brown rats!
Meisie and Moanda. New babies in 2014
included tiger cubs, wolf pups, various
monkeys and Caribbean flamingos. Why
not check up on their progress?
You can enjoy a tasty meal or snack from
our catering outlets and don’t forget to buy
your souvenirs in one of the shops! There’s
even a huge indoor Play Barn next door if
your kids have any energy left! (There’s
Starbucks, too, Mums and Dads!)
What’s new in 2015? Who knows!
Wait and see!
Blackpool Zoo is open every day from
10.00 am. (except Christmas Day)
Orangutan Outlook is the latest new
enclosure which was completed in 2014
and is the stunning home of our family of
Bornean orang-utans. See Ramon, the
male, who likes to meet his new friends at
the window, or go upstairs to enjoy their
incredible climbing agility. Don’t forget to
visit the only gorilla family in Lancashire and
be entertained by the antics of youngsters,
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Buy online on our new website & save!
www.blackpoolzoo.org.uk
East Park Drive, FY3 8PP
tel: 01253 830830
www.blackpoolzoo.org.uk
email:
[email protected]
EXPLORE
BLACKPOOL’S PARKLIFE
EXTENSIVE PARKLAND IS NOT NORMALLY ASSOCIATED WITH
A HOLIDAY BY THE SEA BUT BLACKPOOL IS NOT ALL FRONT
AND IS FORTUNATE TO BOAST SOME OF THE BEST PARKS
YOU COULD EVER VISIT.
And like everything in Blackpool you will
be spoilt for choice. From smaller parks
offering the perfect freedom for toddlers,
to action-packed adventure in some of the
resort’s larger parks, once again, Blackpool
does not disappoint…..
Stanley Park
Head a couple of miles inland and you will
find the jewel in Blackpool’s crown.
The Grade II listed 390-acre park is widely
known for its magnificent landscape design
and historical finery. With the naturalised
backdrop of woodlands and lakes it is rich
in tranquillity while also being home to one
of England’s finest examples of Art Deco
design with the Parks Art Deco Café.
www.parksartdecocafe.co.uk
tel 01253 395191
opportunity to navigate different heights
depending on their age.
This new facility will also include:
• “Mole Hole” – an underground tunnel
maze providing an introduction to the
concept of caving
• Orienteering – Stanley Park already has
a range of routes from the recently
introduced Explorer Trails to full
orienteering routes and geo-caching
utilising GPS technology
• Mountain Bike Hire – offering casual
hire of bikes, tag-a-longs and trailers
to explore ‘green trails’ around Heron’s
Reach
• Corporate/Group team building and
problem solving
Stanley Park also offers a plethora of
activities and new for 2015 will be a high
ropes adventure course. With an aerial
trekking route connecting a series of
obstacles and challenges in the woodland,
this represents something completely new
for Stanley Park and gives users the
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And don’t forget you can still enjoy
fantastic play equipment, sports facilities,
live music in the bandstand, take a boat
out on to the lake or even just a simple
picnic while you sit and watch the world
go by.
OTHER PARKS
TO EXPLORE
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THINGS TO DO IN STANLEY PARK
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Hire a bike and pedal through
hundreds of acres of
parkland
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Enjoy an aerial challenge on a
high ropes adventure course
Row a boat across the lake
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Take a leisurely stroll through
the Blackpool Model Village
Let the children loose on two
fully-equipped playgrounds
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Challenge the family to a
round of crazy golf
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Watch live music in the
bandstand
Play a set or two of tennis
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Take afternoon tea in a
beautiful Art Deco café
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Take a picnic, a book, sit
back and enjoy the view!
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ANCHORSHOLME PARK
Known as the park by the sea, this
wonderful space is home to an
18-hole mini golf course, two
bowling greens, a small pitch and
putt course and four tennis courts.
There is also an excellent café and
plenty of free things for children
including a zip wire and mini
climbing wall
BANCROFT PARK
If you’re travelling to Blackpool by
car or coach you cannot miss the
beautifully landscaped George
Bancroft Park. This small but
perfectly formed park sits in the
central corridor development and
boasts climbing towers and sports
facilities. Go on, you know you
want to climb those 20 metre
towers!
For information about all of Blackpool’s parks
and green spaces call 01253 478478 or go to
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BEAUTIFUL BEACHES
and Where Better to enJoy the SeaSide and a
Perfect day on the Beach than BlackPool?
With six miles of golden sands, visitors are spoilt for
choice in the UK’s most popular beach resort. And the
best thing of all, a day on the beach is free and perfect
for everyone.
Whether you are taking your bucket and spade to spend
a day building sandcastles; using the sands as a
makeshift cricket or football pitch; fancy a paddle in
the sea; or just want a relaxing picnic while you enjoy
the sunshine, the beach is there for everyone to enjoy.
And don’t forget: While Blackpool is now home to
world-class attractions, the beach remains home to
one of those traditional seaside pursuits – a donkey
ride along the sands!
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flying the flag for clean BeacheS
Blackpool is proud to boast national awards for all four
of its beaches.
Richard McIlwain, Operations Director of Keep Britain
Tidy, which is responsible for the awards in England,
said: “Keep Britain Tidy campaigns to improve the quality
of our local environment and we know that communities
up and down the country love their beaches and
understand what an asset they are for their towns’
economies.
“We also know that cleaner beaches can be a focal point
for stronger communities. Holidaymakers and daytrippers want to visit clean, safe beaches and the sight of
the Blue Flag or Seaside Award flying gives them the
reassurance that they will.”
In 2014 charity Keep Britain Tidy announced Seaside
Awards for North, South, Central and Bispham beaches
– the full stretch of Blackpool’s coastline. The award
recognises and rewards beaches in England that achieve
the highest standards of beach management and, in the
case of bathing beaches, meet guideline water quality.
And it means Blackpool can fly the official Seaside
Award flag.
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Sandcastles - Children and
adults alike can spend hours
of fun creating their own
majestic palaces and sand
sculptures
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Picnics - nothing beats a
good family picnic on the
beach. Whether your hotel
provides a packed lunch or
you want to grab a sandwich
from one of Blackpool’s many
eateries, you can’t go wrong
with a good old fashioned
spot of lunch on the beach
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Sunbathe - OK, it’s the North
West of England but
Blackpool really does boast a
micro-climate and while it can
be rainy just a few miles
inland, Blackpool is often
bathed in glorious sunshine
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Paddle – Go on, it may not
be the Caribbean but you can
still enjoy a little splash as you
paddle through the shallows
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Sport – whether it’s an
impromptu game of cricket,
football, Frisbee or even flying
a kite, there’s something very
satisfying about being able to
play your favourite sport while
enjoying the beach
And finally….
Sit and watch the world go by and
there is no better place to do this
from than the beach’s Spanish
Steps. Situated just off the
Comedy Carpet they are the
perfect base for all the family to
happily enjoy the beach from.
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SEASIDE
TREATS
THERE IS SOMETHING ABOUT THE
SEASIDE THAT TURNS THE SIMPLE
THINGS IN LIFE INTO MAGICAL
MEMORIES!
Here, we have so many of those
moments for you to savour – a ride on a
donkey; a barefooted paddle in the sea;
building a castle in the sand; enjoying an
ice cream cornet on a sunny day; flying
a kite in the wind; choosing a souvenir
stick of rock…..where else but Blackpool?
Here are three of our favourites:
coronation rock
Blackpool’s largest working rock
factory is open to the public all
year round. Special factory shop
prices, large factory viewing
gallery, video displays, cafe and
free off-street parking for cars and
coaches. No entrance fees make this the
BEST VALUE in town enjoyed by all
visitors. Large parties pre-book on
01253 362810.
www.coronationworld.co.uk
www.facebook.com/corworld
Wellington Point, Amy Johnson Way FY4 2RG
ice cream
Whether you are strolling down the
promenade, walking through the park, in
a cinema, theatre, farm shop or enjoying
one of the many attractions in and around
the resort, every corner you turn in
Blackpool there is an opportunity to
indulge in this seaside favourite.
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SIMPLE
PLEASURES
WE HAVE ALWAYS KNOWN THAT
A FISH SUPPER TREAT ON
BLACKPOOL’S WORLD FAMOUS
SEAFRONT IS ONE OF THE
“MUST DO” THINGS IN LIFE…
Now that simple pastime enjoyed by
generations of visitors over the years has
been confirmed as the best family
experience in England. The fish supper at
the end of Central Pier topped a 2014
poll to find the nation’s most enjoyable,
technology-free days out.
The new study on behalf of Egmont
Publishing and supported by VisitEngland,
lists a fascinating insight into lazy summer
days enjoyed by today’s adults when they
were growing up.
© Disney. Based on the “Winnie the Pooh” works by A.A. Milne and E.H.Shepard.
The results of the survey have now been
compiled into a specially commissioned
illustrated online story book entitled
“Simple Pleasures” and featuring
Christopher Robin, Winnie The Pooh and
friends as they go on an adventure
through the various experiences, starting
right here in Blackpool…
ENJOYING A FISH SUPPER ON
BLACKPOOL PIER, LANCASHIRE
Piglet stood looking at the long wooden
pier and wondered if it would be safe to
step on. Maybe it would be safer to just
stay where they were. He took Pooh’s
hand, in case Pooh was frightened.
‘It’ll probably rain soon,’ said Eeyore
gloomily.
But Pooh wasn’t listening. He had
noticed a rather nice sensation in his
nose and was following it down the pier,
with Piglet trotting cautiously behind
him.
Tigger bounced down the pier. After all,
that is what Tiggers do best.
Pooh stopped and sniffed once. Then he
sniffed twice. Then he turned around a
couple of times. It seemed to be that the
source of deliciousness was coming from
a newspaper.
For a bear of very little brain, this was
very confusing. Pooh scratched his nose.
Weren’t newspapers meant for reading?
And not for smelling quite so inviting?
But Christopher Robin explained that it
wasn’t the paper itself, but what was in
that paper that smelled so nice —
a ‘Fish Supper’.
Pooh thought it might be time for a
little smackerel of something.
www.facebook.com/DisneyforMums
VisitEngland.com/WinnieThePooh
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COOL BARS
imagine SiPPing a chilled cocktail on the edge of the Beach, With laid-Back live muSic Playing
in the Background and the Sun Setting over the Sea….
in Blackpool, it’s all part of the scenery.
along the newly-regenerated Blackpool seafront you will stumble across the type of bar you would
normally associate with a continental beach resort.
and take it from us – the views across the irish Sea looking out towards the Welsh mountains, the isle of
man and the lakeland fells are simply stunning – and they all come for free.
head further down the fylde coast towards neighbouring lytham and St annes and you will find yet
more cool places with the sort of vibe that can only be created on the waterfront.
BEACH HOUSE
Overlooking the Irish Sea in the fabulous sea-front location,
Beach House is Blackpool’s newest and unique bistro bar. Our fusion
of delicious food and drink pervades an individual atmosphere and
style.
Join us on our private terrace to admire the breath-taking views and
sunsets whilst listening to our live entertainment and chilled out vibes.
Beach house, Promenade, fy1 1aP
tel: 01253 749899
[email protected]
www.beachhouseblackpool.co.uk
The Imperial Hotel, Blackpool includes an impressive
champagne terrace which provides a great setting for
drinks for any occasion.
Sit back, relax and enjoy a beer or cocktail or an alfresco
meal as you watch one of the best sunsets in the country,
over the Irish Sea.
the imperial hotel, Promenade, fy1 2hB
tel: 01253 623971
[email protected]
www.thehotelcollection.co.uk
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activitieS for couPleS
BLACKPOOL IS PROUD TO BOAST THAT IT HAS SOMETHING FOR
EVERYONE. HERE WE OFFER TIPS ON HOW COUPLES CAN MAKE
THE MOST OF THE UK’S MOST POPULAR SEASIDE RESORT…
THEATRE & SHOWS
AFTER DARK
As the sun sinks below the horizon, Blackpool's
famous nightlife comes alive. You may already
have seen a show but how about trying one of
the resort’s top cabaret bars or night clubs.
And don’t forget, you cannot visit Blackpool in
autumn without taking a trip through the
world-famous Illuminations.
West End shows, comedy,
ballet, opera, top music
artists….. they are all readily
available in Blackpool. It is hard
to beat the variety of entertainment
on offer and it is all year round,
so whenever you plan to visit check
out what shows are on to
ensure you make the most of your
time here.
EATING OUT
From champagne and oysters to
traditional fish and chips,
Blackpool covers all tastes.
With hundreds of cafes,
restaurants, take-aways and bars
there is an enormous variety to
suit not just every taste but every
pocket. Whether you want to grab
a budget bite to eat or enjoy a
candle-lit dinner for two, you’ll be
spoilt for choice.
A BIT OF PEACE
And finally, take time to relax. Whether it’s coffee and cake
and a chance to watch the world go by in our café quarter
at St John’s, a stroll along the prom’ or even to catch
some rays on the beach, make time to sit back and take
in the sea air.
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CULTURE
Fabulous art galleries, stunning architecture
and a heritage of which to be proud.
Blackpool has a fantastic history to
celebrate both in the world of
entertainment and in its magnificent
buildings but it is also a town which sits
comfortably in the 21st Century. Why not
find out more about this amazing resort by
visiting a gallery or taking part in a Heritage
Tour of one of its magnificent buildings?
IT’S ALL GOING ON FOR GROUPS
AS WELL AS SEVEN MILES OF
GOLDEN SANDS AND BEAUTIFUL
PARKLAND BLACKPOOL IS PERFECT
FOR GROUPS
With an abundance of attractions, a vast
heritage and cultural offer, fantastic shows
and entertainment and a great shopping
experience, there really is no better place
to travel with a group.
Group tour operator David Smith
Independent Travel has been bringing
groups to Blackpool for more than 10
years. Owner David Smith says he returns
year after year because his customers
demand it: “We do trips throughout the
year, for breaks away, theatre and shows,
Christmas parties and Twixmas. Big
shows at the Winter Gardens and the Hot
Ice Show are always extremely popular but
to be honest, all my Blackpool trips are.
“My customers want to come here
because they enjoy the great standard of
accommodation and the quality of what’s
on offer when they are visiting.
“That’s the real beauty of Blackpool - it
caters for everyone.”
Theatre and Entertainment - No visit to
Blackpool would be complete without a
visit to one of our fabulous shows. Choose
from a vast range of productions from
musicals to ballet, comedy to tragedy at
Blackpool’s beautiful Grand Theatre, or
check out what’s on at the timeless Opera
House situated in the Winter Gardens.
Stanley Park - whether you fancy a gentle
stroll, a family picnic or you have some
energy to burn, Stanley Park provides a
magical blend of architecture, horticulture
and recreation. The 390-acre park is
renowned for being one of the North
West’s finest parks.
A trip to Blackpool wouldn’t be complete
without a visit to The Blackpool Tower
Ballroom. Whether you want to practice
your two-step or just sit back and relax
while enjoying afternoon tea, the choice is
yours. This sensationally stylish Ballroom is
celebrated across the globe and you will
soon be lost in a world of elegant charm
and refined beauty.
Go to www.visitblackpool.com to find out
more about what’s on offer in
Blackpool to suit your group.
Blackpool Illuminations – more than 3
million people make the annual pilgrimage
to see the six miles of Blackpool’s
world-famous Lights. Take a tram ride.
Blackpool’s light railway system was the
world’s first permanent electric street
tramway when it opened back in 1885.
Today it is a state-of-the-art travel
experience carrying passengers along the
seafront between Starr Gate and
Fleetwood.
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ART
AND BLACKPOOL
ART AND BLACKPOOL ARE NOT
NECESSARILY TWO WORDS YOU WOULD
AUTOMATICALLY ASSOCIATE WITH
EACH OTHER. PREPARE TO BE SURPRISED
FOR BLACKPOOL HAS A VIBRANT ARTS
SCENE THAT WOULD GRACE ANY CITY.
The resort regularly plays host to acclaimed
international artists and is home to some of
the UK’s most extraordinary outdoor public
artworks. Here is your starter for five…
great Promenade ShoW
Take a stroll along the seafront and it’s
impossible to miss the fantastic Great
Promenade Show. Some of the UK’s top
artists and designers created masterpieces
for this two kilometre stretch of prom and
the work is truly awe-inspiring.
Whether you want to dance around the
giant glitter ball named “They Shoot
Horses, Don’t They?” or wonder in delight
as the wind whistles through the High Tide
Organ, this exhibition will leave you smiling.
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comedy carPet
Street art
The Comedy Carpet is one of the largest
pieces of public art ever commissioned in
the UK and lies at the foot of The
Blackpool Tower on the newly developed
Tower Festival Headland. Enjoy a giggle
as you stroll around this magnificent
2,200sq-metre sized joke book. Referring
to the work of more than 1,000 comedians
and comedy writers, the carpet contains
more than 160,000 granite letters
embedded into concrete, pushing the
boundaries of public art and typography
to their limits.
Blackpool enjoys a pretty impressive street
art scene attracting artists from across the
globe to paint incredible features around
the resort. Former DJ-turned-artist Robin
Ross is responsible for the town’s
explosion of colour and believes it’s a great
way of attracting visitors.
“The great thing about street art
is that it can appeal to all,”
said Robin. “This town has some
amazing artwork and we are
recognised globally for it.”
Robin turned his hand to arts after a lifelong
interest in images and style. Back in 2003
he developed the idea of an Art in the Park
exhibition in Blackpool and more recently
has organised the Sand, Sea and Spray
street art festival.
grundy art gallery
This Grade II listed building has been at
the heart of Blackpool’s cultural life since
1911, when it was set up to exhibit the
best new art being made. The Grundy offers a
vibrant free programme of stimulating temporary
exhibitions, revolving across the year to suit a broad
spectrum of tastes and styles from the classical to
the contemporary. Recent shows have explored
how artists have been inspired by puppets, popular
music scenes and the history of British piers.
Visitors can also get involved in the Grundy’s
year-round events programme, with special events
for families, seniors, young people and the curious
of all ages. Check the website or ask in the gallery
for details.
www.grundyartgallery.com
Find us on Facebook or Twitter
@GrundyBlackpool
the hidden gallery
Not many people know but if you take a
short stroll up Church Street in the town
centre you will come across The Gallery
at FYCreatives. This hidden gem showcases
contemporary art celebrating artists locally,
nationally and internationally. And with all exhibitions
running for no more than four weeks, you are
guaranteed up to 12 showcases a year.
Exhibitions at The Gallery can range from visiting
Egyptian artists to local students and in most
instances artists are asked to apply to exhibit
rather than being offered the space.
www.vennprojects.com
Blackpool really does have a feast of art and culture
to boast about.
heritage
And don’t forget, Blackpool is steeped in culture and
heritage at almost every twist and turn.
If it’s architecture that you love or just simply being amazed, keep an
eye out for the town’s incredible buildings and make sure you pay
a trip to the beautiful Winter Gardens, awe-inspiring The Blackpool
Tower and the celebrated Frank Matcham-designed Grand Theatre.
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MORE THAN JUST LIGHT
BLACKPOOL ILLUMINATIONS IS THE UK’S MOST FAMOUS LIGHT
SHOW – AND ONE OF THE MOST ICONIC SIGHTS IN BRITISH
CULTURE. AS SUMMER DRAWS TO A CLOSE, THE RESORT IS
BATHED IN A SEA OF LIGHT…..
With more than a million lights stretching
along six miles of the famous Promenade,
it is little wonder that generation after
generation make the annual trip to
Blackpool to celebrate this great British
event.
Holidaymakers’ first experience of the
Illuminations was back in 1879 when just
EIGHT arc lamps lit up the seafront in what
was then described as “artificial sunshine”.
The principle might be the same, but the
sheer scale, style and professionalism of this
fantastic free show make it something very
different! It now features miles of festoons
and tableaux, attracting upwards of three
million visitors a year and its enduring
popularity showing no sign of abating.
The 2014 display revealed a number of
exciting new features, including work by the
Illuminations’ creative force, Laurence
Llewelyn-Bowen, who unveiled a stunning
new tableau on the Cliffs at the north end of
the display.
Drawing on the story of Alice in Wonderland,
the design features an enchanting water
garden, an 8ft-long bridge and a version of
the Mad Hatter’s Tea Party, featuring a very
unusual guest in the shape of Harry The
Hound, the mascot of the tableau sponsor,
Houndshill Shopping Centre.
2015 will see yet more innovative designs as
the Illuminations offer is refreshed and
reinvented for yet another generation of
visitors. Be sure to look out for details.
www.visitblackpool.com/illuminations
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BOOK
NOW79
672
01253 7
Looking for something different
to do whilst visiting Blackpool?
You won’t get a medal but you’re sure to
get decorated in the middle of a paintball
battle or bring your video games to reality
in our outdoor laser tag arena.
Combat not for you then test your skill on
our archery range!
See if you can shoot the bull’s-eye with our
air rifles or get strapped in for a crazy game
of human table football!
Impact Blackpool is a fantastic place for
your group to get outdoor and active.
We have over 14 years’ experience of
providing fun and safe activities for a range
of ages.
Pre-booking is required and minimum ages
apply on activities.
Minimum group sizes apply on some
activities and dates.
Get in touch to talk to the team about your
fun-filled day.
Age restrictions apply, minimum group size may
be required and all activities must be pre-booked
in advance.
Whyndyke Farm
Preston New Rd
Blackpool FY4 4XQ
tel: 01253 767279
www.blackpoolactivities.com
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MONTHS OF SPORT
Blackpool and the Fylde Coast boast hundreds of sporting activities every
year. Whether you’re a club runner or you just want to enjoy a day by the
seaside while taking part in an event, there is something for you from fun runs
and moonlit walks to sponsored events and marathons.
HERE WE GIVE YOU A FLAVOUR OF
JUST SOME OF THE SPORTING EVENTS
YOU CAN TAKE PART IN…
FEBRUARY
Great North West Half Marathon
Sunday 22 February
Start the year as you mean to go on and
limber up for 13 miles of pavement
pounding.
Stanley Park 10K Road Race
NOW RUN OVER 2 DAYS!
Saturday 28 February or Sunday
1 March... or both!
Open to all ages and abilities but be sure to
register as there is a strict 500 race limit
each day.
www.fyldecoastrunning.org
Blackpool Marathon & Half Marathon
Sunday 26 April
Two of Blackpool’s most popular events
and definitely for the serious runners
among you.
MAY
Beaverbrooks 10k
Sunday 10 May
A great way to enjoy Blackpool’s
golden sands.
www.trinityhospice.co.uk/events/
Blackpool 10 miler
Saturday 30 May
This race gives you another opportunity to
stretch your legs and run along Blackpool’s
seafront.
JULY
Family Fun Day 5k Run
Saturday 4 July
Enjoy Blackpool’s beautiful Stanley Park
while taking part in this event for all
the family.
MARCH
Sunday 22 March
For women only, this month could see
you take part in the Goal-Den Girls
Women-Only 10K.
APRIL
Blackpool 20 Mile
Sunday 5 April
Enjoy 20 miles of Blackpool and the Fylde
Coast while on foot!
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Blackpool Summer 10k
Sunday 12 July
We’re determined to get you pounding that
promenade with yet another 10k to take
part in!
SEPTEMBER
Ride the Lights
Tuesday 1 September
Take part in Blackpool’s most popular
sporting event when thousands of
cyclists take to the Promenade to enjoy a
sneak peek of the Illuminations before they
are officially switched-on.
British Heart Foundation
Manchester to Blackpool Night Time
Cycle Ride
26-27 September
This night time ride gives you the chance to
test your strength with a 52-mile overnight.
TAKE A WALK ON
THE WILD SIDE
OCTOBER
Autumn Breaker 10k
Sunday 12 October
Time to get your running shoes out
again for a Stanley Park 10k.
NOVEMBER
Movember 10k
Sunday 30 November
Another 10k but this time the clue’s in
the title and you will be expected
to be sporting your best facial hair!
DECEMBER
Trinity Hospice Santa Dash
Sunday 7 December
A firm family favourite. With everyone
dressed up as Santa, Blackpool’s
Promenade is a sea of red suits and white
beards for this fun event.
Trinity Hospice Santa Cycle
Sunday December 28
If you can’t make the dash, why not hop on
your bike instead and raise money for this
great charity.
For more information about all these events
go to www.visitblackpool.com
You can enter running events by emailing:
[email protected]
Find out about Trinity Hospice events at
www.trinityhospice.co.uk/events/
With miles of expansive beaches, it is little
Wonder that blackpool and the fylde
coast has a thriving kite-surfing scene.
head to the south of the resort toWards
the boundary With st annes and you Will be
greeted With the spectacular sight of kite
surfers flying high above the Waves.
it’s an exhilarating sport – and just as
aWesome to stand back and Watch
Image: World Fireworks Championships Blackpool 2015. Chris Beard
FABULOUS EVENTS FOR FREE
regular updates at
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EVERYONE’S FAMILIAR WITH THE DIXIE
CUPS’ LYRICS BUT ARE YOU FAMILIAR
WITH BLACKPOOL’S VERY OWN
WEDDING CHAPEL?
their ceremony. She said: “When people
come to have a look inside and they realise
just how glorious the views are they really
do have no hesitation in booking.”
Based in Festival House on the
Promenade, The Wedding Chapel is the
closest you will get to a seaside wedding
in the UK without hopping in a boat.
Offering unspoilt views of the UK’s favourite
holiday resort and the Irish Sea, why
choose anywhere else?
The Wedding Chapel offers two rooms for
ceremonies – the Tower View Room which
has a full length window enabling you to
take your vows with The Blackpool Tower
directly in front of you, and the Sea View
Room where you look out over the Irish
Sea.
Since opening in 2012 The Wedding
Chapel has officiated an average of 500
weddings a year (including Civil
Partnerships and most recently conducting
same-sex marriages since their launch last
year). Superintendent Registrar Dawn
Titherington says once people walk into the
Chapel they have no hesitation in booking
The Tower View Room can cater for up to
75 guests while the Sea View provides for
a more intimate setting with up to 12
guests. And whether you want a traditional
wedding or you’re going for something a
bit different, Dawn and her team will make
your special day go perfectly.
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“We do see some rather unusual weddings
from time to time and that is great,” added
Dawn.
“We’ve had biker weddings, punks during
the punk festival, a groom in a penguin suit
and even a bride who arrived in a hearse as
it was Halloween.
“It doesn’t matter though because if that’s
how you want to get married then we will
do our utmost to make your day as special
as possible.”
“When people walk into The
Wedding Chapel they are
making probably the biggest
commitment of their life and
to be able to be a part of that is
an honour.”
HOLIDAY MARRIAGE?
The Wedding Chapel is available to
everyone visiting Blackpool but there are
certain guidelines if you do not live in
England or Wales. You must spend seven
consecutive nights in Blackpool in the year
leading up to your wedding and with a high
number of the weddings that take place
actually being for people visiting Blackpool,
Dawn said it’s really important that people
are aware of the law.
prior to their wedding. “We are very
popular with couples from Scotland and
the Isle of Man but we have also had
people travel from wider Europe. One that
stands out in particular is a couple from
Austria who lived in the Tyrol and therefore
panoramic countryside, but who wanted to
get married by the sea and therefore their
perfect wedding spot was Blackpool’s
Wedding Chapel.”
She said: “About a quarter of all our
ceremonies are for people who live outside
the area and many times that is people
who do not live in England and Wales and
therefore they must stay in the resort
For more details and to contact
Blackpool’s Wedding Chapel go to
www.theweddingchapelblackpool.com
or call 01253 477177
Main Image and black and white image by
James Jebson Photography
IMPERIAL
With an outstanding seafront location
sitting on Blackpool’s North Promenade,
The Imperial Hotel, Blackpool provides the
ideal setting for your wedding day. Our
stunning rooms include our Churchill Room
which is available for midnight marriages
and ask our team about the new
Steampunk craze for a day with a
differencel!
Email blackpoolimperialevents@
thehotelcollection.co.uk
www.thehotelcollection.co.uk
tel: 01253 623971
VIVA BLACKPOOL
Cabaret Showbar & Events Suite
Allow us to make your dream day a
reality and create memories that last a
lifetime!
Situated opposite The Wedding
Chapel, with our stunning bridal suites
and our dedicated wedding planner
to dote on your every wish, we will
ensure your day is utterly exquisite.
Call us now to book a viewing and
discuss your requirements with a
member of our team!
3 Church Street, Blackpool,
FY1 1HJ
tel: 01253 297297
www.vivablackpool.com
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MIXING BUSINESS
WITH PLEASURE
SO YOU’VE GOT YOUR BLACKPOOL BREAK BOOKED AND YOU’RE READY TO PACK
YOUR BAGS AND HAVE A HOLIDAY - BUT HAVE YOU EVER CONSIDERED DOING
BUSINESS IN THE UK’S FAVOURITE BEACH RESORT?
Are you a member of an association that organises
conferences, or the boss of a company that enjoys
away-days, golf days, team building or even the
Christmas party? Maybe you think your company
would benefit from a couple of days out of the
office…whatever the budget, VisitBlackpool can
help! VisitBlackpool’s Ambassador Programme is
a successful initiative where you encourage your
colleagues and association members to use
Blackpool’s fantastic facilities.
If you think you fit the bill and would like to be a
business ambassador for Blackpool, help is
available every step of the way. VisitBlackpool
offers a range of free services to enable and assist
you with the whole process, from the initial enquiry
to post event analysis.
Tourism Manager Mandy Tythe-McCallum said:
“Blackpool is synonymous with hosting some of
the UK’s largest conferences and we continue to
build on the successes of the past. We offer a
destination that can offer a serious business
option with a little bit of ‘fun’ on the side!
“Our events can range from political and union
conferences and the annual Pigeon Homing World
Show of the Year to the International Fitness
Showcase.
“The beauty of Blackpool is that we can host
every event whatever its size. Whether you have
an organisation made up of 10 members or you
wish to host an event for 2,000 people we can
make it happen.”
WHAT NOW?
VisitBlackpool simply wants you to spread the
word to your business colleagues about how
Blackpool has changed. The resort has been
the beneficiary of regeneration schemes worth
more than £250m and your help is needed to
spread the great news to event organisers past
and present. The VisitBlackpool Business
Tourism team can help you arrange everything
from venue hire and accommodation to va va
voom entertainment, making your conference
much more memorable.
To find out more contact the Business Tourism Team
tel: 01253 478207
email: [email protected]
veNUeS
Blackpool as a business destination has an
impressive list of venues and hotels.
The Winter Gardens, with more than six
different areas (which can cater from 2–3,000
people) has benefited from an extensive
refurbishment plan and now lends itself to a
wide variety of uses, including traditional
conferences, association meetings, product
launches or social gatherings.
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Or how about something a bit different? With the unique
offering of The Blackpool Tower, businesses can get
together in the world-famous Blackpool Tower
Ballroom or the magical Blackpool Tower Circus.
If this isn’t unique enough, how about taking business to
the top of the Tower where you can meet at a height of
518ft? Here delegates can enjoy breathtaking views
across the Fylde Coast and Irish Sea while talking
business or simply relaxing.
Then there are the thrills and spills of Blackpool
Pleasure Beach. Whether you want to get together
around a table and discuss strategies or you want to
challenge the MD to a day of rollercoaster fun,
Blackpool Pleasure Beach will not disappoint.
No other destination can offer as much as Blackpool can,
working with quality accredited properties allows us to
assure you of the best attention at all times.
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WELCOME
TO WYRE
WHETHER TRADITIONALIST OR ADVENTURER,
WYRE HAS SOMETHING TO OFFER
EVERYONE. THE COASTLINE STRETCHES FOR
10 MILES FROM CLEVELEYS THROUGH TO
ROSSALL POINT AND THE MAGNIFICENT
ROSSALL TOWER WHERE A VISIT IS ESSENTIAL
TO TAKE IN THE FANTASTIC VIEWS ACROSS
MORECAMBE BAY ONTO FLEETWOOD AND
ACROSS THE WYRE ESTUARY TO KNOTT END.
Wyre is home to two great theatres – Marine Hall in
Fleetwood and Thornton Little Theatre, both
boasting a variety of shows and events
throughout the year including top names from the
world of music and TV. Submerge yourself in
nautical history at Fleetwood Museum, discover
the Fylde Country Life Museum or call in at Marsh
Mill Windmill, one of the tallest mills in Europe.
If you fancy a day on the farm you can choose from
the working dairy at Old Holly Farm, take a visit to
Farmer Parrs Animal World or meet the rare breeds
at Cobble Hey Farm and Gardens and enjoy their
play areas and cafes. For something more energetic
try pony trekking at Braedens or get lost in the Maize
Maze at Singleton.
And if outdoor adventure is for you, there is plenty of
countryside to choose from, be it a stroll alongside
the Lancaster Canal, a ramble or cycle in the Forest
of Bowland, a visit to Wyre Estuary Country Park or
even try a spot of fly or coarse fishing.
How about some retail therapy too at Fleetwood
Market, which boasts more than 150 indoor and
outdoor stalls or you can always bag a bargain at
Freeport Fleetwood Outlet Village or visit the
traditional market town of Garstang or bustling
Cleveleys on the coast.
Wyre is only a stone’s throw from Blackpool so come
and discover us!
For more information go to www.visitwyre.co.uk
or call 01253 887445.
Rossall Point
Make the most of the Wyre coastline and
discover the observation tower at Rossall
Point near Cleveleys and Fleetwood.
telescope to enjoy the views over
Morecambe Bay and the Lake District.
For more information:
Ideally placed for watching bird migration in
action and you can discover Wyre’s very
own superfly-highway. During the peak
migration times in spring and autumn
seabirds can be seen flying in and out
of Morecambe Bay and songbirds
migrating overhead. During the winter,
large numbers of waders use the beach as
a high tide roost.
www.wyre.gov.uk/rossallpoint
Open Wednesdays to Sundays in
summer 11am-4pm and Thursdays to
Sundays in winter 11am-3pm, you can
meet the friendly volunteer rangers and
take a look through the binoculars and
For Event Bookings call: 01995 602125
Follow us on Facebook
WyreMarkets and check out
wyremarkets.co.uk for latest
offers and events.
To find out what’s on at Marine Hall in
Fleetwood and Thornton Little Theatre
during your visit, take a look at the
website www.wyretheatres.co.uk –
don’t miss the live music, family shows,
comedy nights and annual events such
as the Fylde Coast Food and Drink
Festival, the Christmas Market and of
course the pantomime!
Photograph by CJGriffiths Photography
Fleetwood Market
Discover this traditional Victorian market
with over 150 indoor and outdoor stalls.
A true shopper’s paradise, you’ll find a
variety of stalls including food, clothing and
household goods – all at great prices.
Open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and
Saturday 9am to 4:30pm, including Bank
Holidays and Tram Sunday.
Lancaster Canal, Garstang
Poulton Market takes place every
Monday 9am-4.30pm in the bustling
market town.
Marine Hall
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LANCASHIRE
Take a short drive or train journey
out of Blackpool and you’ll
discover a county bursting with
history, stunning countryside,
market towns, culinary hotspots
and unique events.
The city of Preston is on your doorstep
with free family attractions such as
Brockholes nature reserve and the Harris
Museum & Art Gallery, as well as historic
houses such as Samlesbury Hall with its
resident ghost.
Whether you fancy rambling in the Forest
of Bowland, exploring a museum or art
gallery, sampling the delights of a farm
shop or simply enjoying a day out by the
seaside, Lancashire has it all.
The historic city of Lancaster with its
winding cobbled streets, hilltop castle,
great dining and cultural events, is an ideal
day trip from Blackpool, or head inland to
Clitheroe and the beautiful Ribble Valley, to
pick up artisan food and crafts.
how to prepare a menu of dinner party
dishes and patisserie baking.
Across Lancashire you’ll find a range of
pubs, restaurants, cafes and tearooms
including the award winning Parkers Arms
in Newton-by-Bowland and the Assheton
Arms in Downham, known for its fantastic
seafood menu.
The Wellbeing Farm in Edgeworth holds a
variety of courses from butchery to vegan
cooking. There’s even a children’s cookery
club at weekends so no one is left out. The
new Northcote Cookery School opened its
doors in 2014, giving aspiring cooks the
chance to hone different skills including
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If you’re looking for something a little more
energetic, Lancashire is bursting with
cycling routes. To the west are flat coastal
plains where you will find a network of rural
lanes linking villages, farmland and coastal
resorts. The east of the county becomes
more challenging, as you climb up into the
Bowland Fells and Pennine Hills or follow
the winding river valleys of the Lune and
Ribble for scenic journeys and dramatic
landscapes. For the brave, Gisburn Forest
and Lee Quarry offer off-road trails, dirt
jumping and down-hill drops!
You don’t even need to bring your own
bike as there are automated cycle hire
stations across and there’s even an electric
bike hire scheme for help on those
troublesome hills.
More information at www.visitlancashire.com
LYTHAM ST ANNES…
A COASTAL GEM
WITH DISTINGUISHED CHARM AND WIDE-RANGING
APPEAL THE FYLDE OFFERS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE
From exhilarating walks and nostalgic
seaside fun to speciality shops, a huge
selection of restaurants and designer
boutiques, you will never be short of
something to do – whether it is in the
picturesque Fylde countryside or in the
coastal resorts of Lytham and St Annes.
April sparks the start of the events season
with the annual St George’s Day Festival
which is fast becoming one of the country’s
largest celebrations for honouring this
momentous day.
This year’s spectacular highlight is The
Lytham Festival held in early August. This
musical extravaganza has seen the likes of
Sir Tom Jones, Katherine Jenkins and
Lesley Garrett performing along with pop
stars from the 1980s and 90s.
August’s 1940s Wartime Festival is also a
popular event providing a whole weekend
of family fun and Lytham’s Lowther Pavilion
has a year-round programme of varied
entertainment. On quieter days you can sit
and watch the world go by as a kite flies in
the sky, a family cricket game gets
underway and a couple share a portion of
fish and chips from one of the area’s
award winning establishments.
For more information go to
www.visitlythamstannes.co.uk
Images by Mark Liebenberg
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inDEX
PAGE
ESTABLISHMENT
ADDRESS
TEL.NO (01253)
RATING
PAGE
ESTABLISHMENT
ADDRESS
TEL.NO (01253)
RATING
Hotels, Guest Accommodation and Guest Houses
A
71 Adelaide House, 66-68 Adelaide Street, FY1 4LA
625172
VE 3 Star GA
77 Grenadier (The), 20 Springfield Road, FY1 1QL
627729
VE 1 Star GA
H
68 Albion, 14-16 Vance Road, FY1 4QD
624181
VE 3 Star GA
71 Allendale (The), 104 Albert Road, FY1 4PR
623268
76 Hartshead, 17 King Edward Avenue, FY2 9TA
353133
AA 3 Star Gold GA
VE 3 Star GA
74 Arabella (The), 102 Albert Road, FY1 4PR
623189
VE 4 Star GH
69 Hilton Blackpool, north Promenade, FY1 2JQ
623434
VE Quality Assured Hotel
75 Arendale, 23 Gynn Avenue, FY1 2LD
351044
75 Argyll (The), 53 Hornby Road, FY1 4QJ
624677
L
VE 3 Star GA
68 Lynbar, 32 Vance Road, FY1 4QD
294504
VE 3 Star GH
64 Lyndene Hotel, 303-315 Promenade, FY1 6An
346779
VE 2 Star Hotel
B
VE 4 Star GH
N
72 Beauchief (The), 48 King Edward Avenue, FY2 9TA
353314
VE 3 Star GH
73 new Hampshire, 71 Reads Avenue, FY1 4DG
621024
VE 3 Star GH
74 Berwick (The), 23 King Edward Avenue, north Shore, FY2 9TA
351496
VE 4 Star GA
77 novello (The), 11 Hornby Road, FY1 4QG
293474
AA 3 Star GA
72 Berwyn (The), 1/2 Finchley Road, Gynn Square, FY1 2LP
352896
VE 4 Star GA
58 number one South Beach, 4 Harrowside West, FY4 1nW
343900
VE 5 Star Gold GA
62 Big Blue Hotel (The), Pleasure Beach, ocean Boulevard,
FY4 1nD 0871 222 4000
VE 4 Star Hotel
58 number one St Lukes, 1 St Luke's Road, FY4 2EL
343901
VE 5 Star Gold BB
73 Blenheim Mount, 207 Central Promenade, FY1 5DL
625867
VE 3 Star B&B
74 Bona Vista (The), 104-106 Queens Promenade, FY2 9nX
351396
AA 4 Star GA
73 Brooklands, 28-30 King Edward Avenue, FY2 9TA
351479
VE 3 Star GA
C
76 Clion House, 38 Bairstow Street, FY1 5Bn
621165
VE 3 Star GH
72 Corona (The), 18-20 Clion Drive, FY4 1nX
342586
VE 4 Star GA
69 Craig-Y-Don (The) Hotel, 211-213 Central Promenade,
FY1 5DL 624249
AA 2 Star Hotel
76 Cumbrian, 81 Hornby Road, FY1 4QP
623677
VE 3 Star GH
E
70 Elgin Hotel, 36-42 Queens Promenade, FY2 9RW
353535
VE 2 Star Hotel
VE 3 Star GA
G
74 Gleneagles, 75 Albert Road, FY1 4PW
295266
86
VE 2 Star Hotel
R
70 Raffles, 73-77 Hornby Road, FY1 4QJ
294713
63 Ruskin Hotel, 55-61 Albert Road, FY1 4PW
624063
VE 4 Star Silver GA
VE 3 Star Hotel
S
46/47 Spa Hotel (The), Ribby Hall Village, Ribby Road, Wrea
Green, PR4 2PR 0800 107 1776
AA 4 Star Hotel
75 Sunset (The), 5 Banks Street, FY1 1Rn
624949
VE 4 Star GA
T
77 Tamarind Cove, 56 Hornby Road, FY1 4QJ
624319
VE 3 Star GA
W
66 Wilton Hotel (The), 22 Alexandra Road, FY1 6Bu
346673
AA 3 Star B&B
F
76 Fern Royd (The), 35 Holmfield Road, FY2 9TE
351066
O
65 oak Lea Hotel, 83-87 Albert Road, FY1 4PW
623071
VE 4 Star GA
75 Windsor (The), 21 King Edward Avenue, FY2 9TA
353735
VE 4 Star GA
67 Winterbourne (The), 22-30 Clarendon Road, FY1 6EF
342630
VE 1 Star GA
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ADDRESS
TEL.NO (01253)
RATING
Holiday Flats and Apartments
PAGE
ESTABLISHMENT
ADDRESS
TEL.NO (01253)
RATING
Attractions and Services
A
82 Abingdon Holiday Apartments, 33 Holmfield Road, FY2 9TB
356181
VE 2 Star
B
30
Beach House, Promenade, FY1 1AP
88/89 Blackpool Map
749899
16/17 Blackpool Pleasure Beach, 525 Promenade, FY4 1EZ
0871 222 1234
VAQAS
10/11/12/13 Blackpool Resort Pass
830830
59
Blackpool Transport, Rigby Road, FY1 5DD
473001
22
Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive, FY3 8PP
830830
28
VE 2 Star
Coronation Rock, unit 3, Wellington Point, Amy Johnson
Way, Blackpool Business Prk FY4 2RG
362810
82 Chellow Grange, 2 Carlin Gate, Queens Promenade,
FY2 9QX 351460
VE 2-3 Star
83/84 Free Prize Draw and survey, The Burbage Holiday Group
356657
VE 4-5 Star
81 Coast Apartments, 11 Empress Drive, north Shore, FY2 9SE
351377
VE 4 Star Gold nAS M1
91
Freeport Fleetwood, Anchorage Road, FY7 6AE
877377
56
Fylde
658658
78 Burbage Holiday Lodge, 198 Queens Promenade, FY2 9JS
356657
VE 4-5 Star
C
82 Caravar Holidays, 24 Cliff Place, FY2 9JT
592299
L
14/39 Grundy Art Gallery, Queen Street, FY1 1Pu
82 Lawnswood Apartments, 16 osborne Road, FY4 1HJ
402627
VE 3 Star
80 Lynton Apartments, 227 Promenade, FY1 5DL
624296
VE 2 Star
Q
79 Queens Mansions, 224 Queens Promenade, FY2 9HP
356657
VE 4-5 Star
S
81 San Remo Apartments & Bungalow, 7 Empress Drive,
FY2 9SE 353487
VE 2-3 Star
81 Sea-Cote Holiday Apartments, 172 Queens Promenade,
FY2 9Jn 354435
VE 3 Star
80 Somerset Superior Apartments, 22 Barton Avenue, FY1 6AP
346743
VE 3 Star
V
68 Vance House Holiday Apartments, 9 Vance Road, FY1 4QD
625974
VE 3 Star
W
82 Westward Holiday Flats, 46-48 Park Road, FY1 4HT
622877
VE 1-2 Star
28
81 Mowbreck Park, Mowbreck Lane, Wesham, Preston,
PR4 3JR 01772 682494
VE 5 Star HP
2
Ribby Hall Village, Ribby Road, Wrea Green, PR4 2PR
0800 107 1776
VE 5 Star HV
294386
36/37 Houndshill Shopping Centre, 17 Victoria Street, FY1 4Hu
624722
42
illuminasia
43
impact Blackpool, Whyndyke Farm, Preston new Road,
FY4 4XQ
767279
0844 856 1111
30/47/51 imperial Hotel, north Promenade, FY1 2HB
623971
08/09 Merlin, The Blackpool Tower, The Promenade, FY1 4BJ
0871 222 9929
VAQAS
57
Lytham Hall, Ballam Road, Lytham St Annes FY8 4JX
736652
24
"Parks" Art Deco Café, Stanley Park, FY3 9EQ
55
Rossall Point
23
Sandcastle Waterpark, South Beach, FY4 1BB
343602
VAQAS Gold Access for All Enjoy England
49
Sands Venue (The), Palatine Building, Promenade,
FY1 4TQ
625262
85
StayBlackpool, Po Box 1310, FY1 9HP
90
VisitBlackpool Tourist information Centre, Festival House,
Promenade, FY1 1AP
478222
ViVA Blackpool, 3 Church Street, FY1 1HJ
297297
51
Holiday Parks and Villages
478170
Harry Ramsden's, 60-63 The Promenade, FY1 4Qu
395191
01995 602125
07707 183596
50/51 Wedding Chapel, Festival House, Promenade,
830830
FY1 1AP
34/35 Winter Gardens, Church Street, FY1 1HL
0844 856 1111
54/55 Wyre
887445
54/55 Wyre Markets
887651
54/55 Wyre Theatres
887693
Please note telephone numbers are provided for reservation purposes only and should not be used for sales.
Please note: Information correct at time of going to press.
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INFORMATION
To help you get around while enjoying your visit don’t
forget to collect your free copy of the map from the
Tourist Information Centre, signposted above with the
traditional i situated just south of the North Pier.
Bus and Tram information can either be collected from the
information centre or the dedicated travel shop located on
Market Street.
Visitors should have no problem finding their way around
Blackpool; just keep your eyes peeled for the new
Wayfinder signs that indicate all of Blackpool’s famous
attractions alongside our major venues, galleries and
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libraries. The retail and shopping area is located behind
The Blackpool Tower in-between north and Central Piers.
Stanley Park and Blackpool Zoo are situated approx. 3 miles
inland but are easily accessible from the town centre. Buses
run at regular intervals throughout the summer season.
if you’re in need of assistance help is available from the
following sources.
NHS Walk-In Centre, Whitegate Drive, Blackpool.
Tel: 01253 953953
open 365 days a year from 8.00am – 8.00pm
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Blackpool Victoria Hospital, Whinney Heys Road,
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VISIT BLACKPOOL TOURIST INFORMATION CENTRE
Make sure the VisitBlackpool tourist information centre
is one of your first stops when you arrive in resort.
The team welcome more than 100,000 people
through the doors each year, each enquiry different
from the last. The team; Steve, Alan, Emma, Sandy
& Christie can help with every aspect of your stay.
Blackpool Resort Pass is on sale from the centre, or if you
order on-line, your tickets can be collected when you
arrive.
We also have a range of gis and postcards on sale
including the popular i heart Bpl hoodies and t-shirts.
Have a look at some of our items at our on-line shop at
www.visitblackpool.com/shop
if its tickets you’re looking for, the centre have a full range of
reduced priced attraction tickets. They sell theatre tickets,
make hotel reservations and can answer general enquiries
to make sure you get the best deals and offers available.
Make sure you get the most out of your visit by
making a trip to the ‘TIC’ the first thing on your
to do list!
VisitBlackpool Tourist Information Centre
Festival House
Promenade
Blackpool
FY1 1AP
T: 01253 478222
E: [email protected]
Take a look at the on-line shop at
www.visitblackpool.com/shop
Image: Headlights, Blackpool Illuminations. Front cover image: The Comedy Carpet, Blackpool
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