Blackpool is known for The Pleasure Beach, the great selection of amusement arcades, and donkey rides. Blackpool, for many years, has been the quintessentially iconic British holiday destination, and the seaside resort has well over six million visitors every year.
The town experienced a boom in popularity between 1900-1950 when it became much more affordable to the working person wanting to go on a holiday. This popularity of the town has sustained until modern times, even with the advent of cheap package holidays overseas in Europe.
This is because Blackpool is the closest thing the UK has to an overseas resort, and the town appeals to many different groups of people. A great analogy for this is Blackpool's three piers.
The South Pier is very loud with lots of exciting activities, The North Pier is more relaxed with places to sit and watch the world go by, and The Middle Pier is a great mix of both. When many people think of Blackpool, the first thing that comes to mind is the resort as a destination for stag and hen parties. A place for nightlife and gambling.
But Blackpool has so much more to offer. The Tower Ballroom is Britain's spiritual home for ballroom dancing and has been for many decades. The ornate space is absolutely stunning to look at and is available to book for afternoon tea.Additionally, Blackpool is the perfect location for a classic British family holiday. Within the incredible and iconic Blackpool Tower, there is a range of child-friendly attractions that are sure to keep your kids entertained.
These attractions include a large aquarium for exploration and a daring circus. If you are including Blackpool Pleasure Beach, the town has over 11 rollercoasters, meaning you can look at Blackpool at the largest funfair in the whole country!
Blackpool Conference & Exhibition Centre
Blackpool's new purpose-built venue was constructed to offer a whole new experience to event organisers and delegates.
This thirty million pound development was masterfully crafted so that the property can seamlessly connect to Blackpool's iconic Winter Gardens complex. The two buildings were combined to create one of the largest venues in all of Northern England.
The Blackpool Conference and Exhibition Centre was built on the site of what was previously a car park, and the entire scheme was facilitated through fifteen million pounds of funding from the Government's Growth Deal, which is managed by the Lancashire Economic Partnership.
Almost three million pounds was received from the Coastal Communities Fund, and the remainder was funded by Blackpool Council.
This project is the first extensive building development that has taken place at the historic Winter Gardens establishment since the construction of the Opera House all the way back in 1939. The Conference and Exhibition Centre represents an achievement in bringing together the old traditions of Blackpool with the modern.
The venue itself has a remarkable two-thousand four-hundred square metre dedicated space with two floors fully set up with all of the latest technologies and equipment in the world of audio and visuals.
This new build brings a completely new modern twist to the Winter Gardens complex. Allowing the site to offer a state-of-the-art level of flexibility, with the space being able to scale itself for large or small events.
Altogether, the Blackpool Conference and Exhibition Centre link together to create a core of twelve different unique venues. The site offers over five acres of ultra-modern connected event, meeting, conference, and exhibition space. The original Winter Gardens property has received an upgrade too.
The complex has received a multi-million-pound grant that has allowed for new air-conditioning systems to be installed, as well as boosted digital connectivity and many other extensive refurbishments to ensure the iconic grounds are looking the best they possibly can.
World-Class Attractions
Blackpool is designed to create unforgettable memories and experiences for all the people who visit. Everyone visitor can come to Blackpool and find an attraction that is perfect for them. We promise you will leave Blackpool having enjoyed a wide range of different world-class activities.
For thrill-seekers, there are jaw-dropping rides available at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. The amusement park is the UK's most ride-intensive, so there is plenty to do!
For the kids, Blackpool Pleasure Beach even includes the world's one and only Nickelodeon Land, with less extreme rides. Of course, you cannot visit Blackpool without going into one of the country's most beloved and recognisable landmarks.
The Blackpool Tower is home to The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, The Blackpool Tower Circus, The Blackpool Tower Dungeons, and The Blackpool Tower Eye. Within there is also plenty of cafes and shops so you can refresh yourself while having fun.
Blackpool is also home to the award-winning Blackpool Zoo. Here you can get up close and personal with well over one thousand five hundred different species of rare and exotic animals. These species include giant elephants, big cats, and tall giraffes.
If you are interested in the ocean, then Sea Life Blackpool is a great choice. The site holds over two thousand different species of marine creatures. Plus, if you are bold enough, there are even opportunities to swim with sharks! Not for the faint of heart.
At Madame Tussauds Blackpool, you can impress your Instagram followers by taking selfies with some of the world's biggest stars. The sculptures are absolutely unbelievable in the likeness to real celebs. Madame Tussauds Blackpool has sculptures for people from the worlds of sport, comedy, YouTube, TV, music, and Marvel!
If you fancy a swim, then you should visit the sub-tropical paradise of Sandcastle Waterpark Blackpool.
This is the UK's biggest indoor water amusement park, with over fifteen different attractions, including wave machines, fun pools, chutes, and slides. Finally, perhaps you are looking to take it slow in Blackpool and want something to keep you busy.
Well, the Grundy Art Gallery in Blackpool is always open, ready for you to enjoy some culture. The breathtaking Edwardian Grade II listed galley can be found in the centre of Blackpool. The venue always has a fantastic lineup of exhibitions. These can include historical pieces and contemporary art.
As well as featuring artists both local and international, emerging and established. In the past, exhibitions have included famous works from Grayson Perry, Roy Lichtenstein, and Tracey Emin.
Great Transport Connectivity
Blackpool is located right in the middle of the UK, on the North West coast of England. The seaside resort is no further than a three-hour commute from the majority of large cities in the UK.
Whether your preferred choice of transport is a plane, car, or train, getting to Blackpool could not be easier. It is actually easier than it has ever been. Works have been done on the train line between Preston and Blackpool, which allows for Blackpool to receive direct trains into the North Station from all the major destinations across the UK.
For enhancing your travel even further, the tramway has been extended from the promenade all the way up to a newly built transport hub opposite North Station.
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