History of Blackpool Central Pier
Always designed to be a place of fun, in its early days that meant dancing. Take a look at the history of Central Pier with Live Blackpool.
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History
Are you fascinated with the history of Blackpool? Then you’ll love this section, packed full of interesting things! Why don’t you start with our potted guide to the History of Blackpool.
From quirky bits of old architecture to the growth of huge pleasure palaces, you’ll find something here. Be inspired to go and find out more!
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History of the Grundy Art Gallery
It’s a beautiful, late Victorian, red brick building on Queen Street in Blackpool town centre. Find out more about the history of the Grundy Art Gallery.
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Morecambe & Wise Statue
Have you seen the Morecambe & Wise statue in the Winter Gardens, Blackpool?
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New Hotel Plans for Blackpool’s Old Post Office
Blackpool Post Office on Abingdon Street is still set for a transformation with plans for development into a 144 bed hotel.
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Then and Now – History of Blackpool North Pier
It opened on 21 May 1863 and is a well-loved landmark that we all know – take a look back into the history of Blackpool North Pier.
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Gone for a Burton: Burtons Building
It’s a popular phrase, ‘Gone for a Burton’ was coined during World War Two, right on this corner of Blackpool Promenade at Burtons Building!
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