Blackpool Coastal Protection Plan
The multi-million pound Blackpool Coastal Protection Plan includes three schemes to protect 12,000 properties from the risk of flooding.
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About
Welcome to Blackpool! Find out about THE family-friendly resort on the Fylde Coast, with bright lights and something for everyone!
In this section you can explore the golden beach and miles of beautiful promenade. Soak-up the amazing views and sunsets. Visit the town centre to bag a bargain and take a ride on a tram! And of course, what’s Blackpool most famous for? The Illuminations, the annual greatest free lightshow on earth!
About Blackpool
In ‘About’ we’ve got lots of pages of interesting things from Blackpool and the wider Fylde Coast. Here’s a flavour of what you’ll find –
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- Lots of Photos in the gallery pages
- Find out fascinating things about the History of Blackpool
- Blackpool Illuminations – the annual autumn extravaganza
- Explore the lovely Parks, including Stanley Park
- Look around the miles of Seafront
- Visit the Town Centre to shop, eat and play!
- Take a ride on one of Blackpool’s Trams
Looking for What’s on and Things to do?
We’ve got a whopping great big ‘Recreation and Entertainment’ section for you to explore. It includes What’s on, things to do, plus places to stay and eat and much more!
Looking for Somewhere to Stay?
Choose your next holiday with the Visit Fylde Coast Accommodation Guide in association with StayBlackpool
StayBlackpool is the independent association for Blackpool hotels and guest houses. All members hold a national star rating or Blackpool Approved accreditation, so you’ll go home having experienced the best Blackpool has to offer.
Latest updates in this section:
Backlot – New IMAX Cinema in Blackpool!
Welcome to Backlot – new IMAX Cinema in Blackpool – which opened the doors on Friday 22 March 2024!
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New Blackpool Court House
Plans are underway for a new Blackpool Court House, relocating the facility from Bonny Street to the corner of Devonshire/Talbot Roads.
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Blackpool Approved – Visitor Accommodation Scheme
When booking your holiday, look out for the ‘Blackpool Approved’ scheme. Be sure that it’s legal, clean and safe and a properly-run business.
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Little Marton Windmill
Little Marton Windmill is the only remaining windmill in Blackpool, take a look inside.
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Blackpool Carnival is CANCELLED
The original Blackpool Carnival was a spectacular, huge event in 1923. It’s back again this year – take part or watch it’s a great day out!
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