Houndshill Blackpool is the towns indoor shopping centre. It’s just a stone’s throw from the seafront – right at the heart of the town centre. Enjoy big name stores, places to eat, convenient parking and much more, all under one roof. When the weather’s inclement, head to the indoor, dry warmth of Blackpool Houndshill Shopping Centre!
You’ll find a fantastic choice of 55 independent and popular high street retailers providing both designer and affordable fashion. With thousands of brands available under one roof, you can complete your shopping list with any budget at Blackpool Houndshill!
Christmas – & Santa – at Houndshill Blackpool!
Christmas is coming to Houndshill Shopping Centre! The decorations are up and the festive fun begins on Saturday 30 November with the launch of Santa’s Grotto. Enjoy a whole day of family fun with entertainment and fun for everyone.
Saturday 30 November 10.30am-4pm Santa’s Grotto Launch
Grotto open from 10:30am – 4:00pm (with a 30-minute break at 1:00pm). Admission/Donation: £5 per child, which includes a festive gift bag from Santa. 100% of proceeds go to Counselling in the Community Charity. Please note, the grotto operates on a first-come, first-served basis and may close early if it reaches capacity. Arrive early to avoid disappointment!
The Grinchie will be spreading festive mischief with appearances at: 10:30am | 11:30am | 1:30pm | 2:30pm. 9Join the Grinchie and Elf for a fun-filled game to win Christmas goodies, including shopping centre gift cards!
Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable for families and support a great cause!
Santa’s Grotto Opening Days & Times
The Grotto isn’t just open on 30 November! It’s also open each weekend on the run up to Christmas AND on Christmas Eve!
- Dates: Sat 30 Nov & Sun 1 Dec. Sat & Sun 7 & 8, 14 & 15 plus Sat 21 Dec. Also Monday 23rd and Christmas Eve, Tues 24th December.
- Opening Times: Standard Days: 10:30am – 4:00pm (with a 30-minute break at 1:00pm. Christmas Eve: 10:00am – 2:30pm
Admission is a £5 donation per child, which includes a special present bag from Santa. Best of all, every penny goes to Counselling in the Community Charity, spreading kindness this festive season.
Please note: This grotto is not bookable, so we recommend arriving early to avoid disappointment. On busy days, queues may close from 3:00pm, but our team will do their best to accommodate as many visitors as possible.
Don’t miss this chance to create magical memories and support a wonderful cause.
Late Night Christmas Shopping
Head to the shops and help support the high street this festive season. There’s Late Night Shopping again at Houndshill on Thursdays throughout December.
Open until 8pm on Thursday 5, 12 and 19, and Monday 23.
Houndshill will be open from 9am-5.30pm on other days Monday to Saturday and from 10.30am-4.30pm on Sundays.
There’s a wonderful choice of popular high street retailers and independents to find all you need to tick off your Christmas list. Get into the Christmas spirit with your favourite stores against dazzling festive window displays and the bustling high street.
New Stores at Houndshill Shopping Centre
There’s been more than a few changes at Blackpool’s shopping centre. Muffin Break – opened in the centre of the mall, along with Skechers shoe shop. Of course the biggest change was the opening of the new Frasers and Flannels department store in November 2023.
Frasers, Flannels and Sports Direct
The new Frasers opened on Wednesday 22nd November 2023, along with Sports Direct and Flannels. It means the huge department store on three floors is now trading again at the heart of the town centre. Make sure you check out their extensive range of clothing, shoes, accessories, home, and sports items.
There’s a full article here about Debenhams and the journey to reopening as Frasers
Kids Indoor Play
Jungle Mania is a new children’s indoor soft play area and party centre. Find it near to the Adelaide Street entrance opposite Costa.
BIG Changes – IMAX now Open!
More keen on looking to the future? You’ll LOVE the next chapter in the history of the Houndshill! Outside, the new extension is now complete at Coronation Street. It will be home to another new large unit (still to be filled) along with the Backlot Cinema and Diner. BACKLOT OPENED on 22 MARCH 2024!
This brand new extension is now complete, on land at Tower Street near the car park entrance. Not only extending the retail space, it also includes an IMAX style cinema too. Exciting stuff!
And a small change – Houndshill Car Park goes Ticketless
No need to fumble for a ticket when you enter the car park – or remember where you put it when you leave! In March 2024 the car park went ticketless with the installation of new ANPR machines. Simply drive up to the barrier when you arrive and it collects your registration number.
Simply remember to visit the payment machine when you return to your car – but now you don’t need a ticket. Just input your car registration number and it will automatically tell you how much you need to pay. Drive up to the barrier as you exit and hey-presto, the arm lifts without you doing anything else.
Together with freshly painted staircases and a Spring spruce-up the place is looking neat and tidy for the start of the 2024 season!
Events at Houndshill Blackpool Indoor Shopping Centre
Harry the Hound Kids Club
Harry the Hound is the Houndshill Shopping Centre mascot. And you’re invited to join him at his club! Make and take different crafts and have a fun time – and it’s FREE! First Saturday of the month from 1-3pm – watch this space for details. (Except December & January)
Did you know we have SEN Sessions available at Harry’s Club each month? 
SEN sessions run alongside the main Kids Club and provide a supportive atmosphere, allowing parents and their special needs children to participate fully and enjoy.
Check Houndshill Blackpool Facebook page for details
Your Guide to Houndshill Shopping Centre
Blackpool Houndshill Shopping Centre is just a stone’s throw from the seafront – right at the heart of the town centre – near to Blackpool Tower. Whether you’ve never been, or think you know it well, here’s our video guide to the shopping centre and everything inside!
Find it sandwiched between Blackpool Winter Gardens and Bank Hey Street (where the back door of Blackpool Tower is). In the next photo it’s the whole of the building along the left of shot. The sea is straight ahead!
Access to the Houndshill is from Victoria Street (above), Coronation Street and Adelaide Street (below). You can also go through Primark too at Bank Hey Street.
A big, pay on exit, multi-storey car park is incorporated into the complex. The car park is also open outside shopping hours – so you can park here and take in a show or have a meal.
Access to the car park once the stores and main malls have closed is via the side door. It’s at the right hand side of the external New Look entrance, opposite the Winter Gardens.
Houndshill Blackpool, Shopping Centre Opening Times:
- Shopping Centre Doors unlocked at 8am
- Mon – Sat – 9am – 5.30pm
- Sun – 10.30am – 4.30pm
- Bank Holidays – 9am – 5.30pm
Designed for your Comfort
Inside, the shopping is all on one flat level with even tiled floors, so it’s perfect for pushchairs and wheelchairs.
As you’d expect from a purpose built space, your comfort and convenience is the most important thing. There are comfortable seats where you can rest your feet while you plan your next shopping adventure. It’s ideal for anyone who isn’t too fit and healthy.
Upstairs (up the escalator or lift) you’ll find the public toilets.
It’s also a great place to visit when the weather is poor. With everything undercover you won’t get wet on rainy days. The modern, bright and light mall is perfect for passing an enjoyable afternoon – whatever the weather!
Parking
Use the safe, secure, covered car park offering 770 spaces
- Disabled / parent and child spaces located on each level.
- Long stay parking facilities available with overnight parking.
- Take advantage of the electric charging points.
- There’s also a car valet service.
Houndshill Shops – High Street Names and Independent Traders
The indoor mall has over 60 units, and Houndshill shops feature high street names and independent traders. Frasers Group, including Sports Direct and Flannels, is now open in the former Debenhams, plus a huge Primark store, Next, River Island and many more.
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Job Vacancies at Houndshill Blackpool Shopping Centre
With over 50 retailers to choose from, there are usually job vacancies available within the Houndshill Shopping Centre.
Take your pick from full-time, part-time and seasonal vacancies. Check out current job Vacancies on the Houndshill website
Charity Partner
Houndshill Shopping Centre is proud to announce Blackpool Tiggers as their current charity partner.
Remember the Olden Days?
Are you a big fan of Blackpool and been coming here for many years?
You’ll enjoy this post about how the Houndshill site has changed. Delve into the distant past and remember the good old days of Goldmans!
Houndshill Shopping Centre in Lights!
Houndshill Shopping Centre has been pleased to support Blackpool Illuminations for several years. You might remember that Houndshill sponsored Alice’s Garden tableau, located at North Shore.
In 2018 the Blackpool name went centre stage on Blackpool central promenade near Tower Festival Headland, with a brand new over-the-road installation. Did you see it?
And here’s a close-up of the new Illuminations, at Lightworks depot before installation.
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