The Blackpool Tower Conservation
Blackpool Tower conservation has revealed many of the stunning original features, with years of work on this favourite Fylde Coast landmark.
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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!
Most Recent Updates in this Section:
Swallow Sidecars to Jaguar Cars – Started in Blackpool!
From Swallow Sidecars to Jaguar Cars – it all started in Blackpool in what’s now a small hotel…
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Seaside Postcards
We’ve sent Seaside Postcards since the postal service began, they date back to 1894. We’ve sent views and saucy postcards – if they weren’t censored!
How Blackpool Pleasure Beach Began
2021 is the 125th anniversary of your favourite theme park. Here’s a potted history of how Blackpool Pleasure Beach began.
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Blackpool – it’s where Sooty comes from!
Did you know that Sooty was discovered on Blackpool North Pier? And he lights up the Golden Mile!
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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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