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All
the fun of the seaside
at this most English of
seaside resorts, one of
the largest with miles
of sand, miles of hotels
and accommodation of all
standards, lots of
amusements, attractions,
restaurants, pubs,
clubs, chip shops, ...
everything for the happy
holiday maker. If you go
in winter its windblown,
cold, damp, and mostly
closed up.
Once the holiday centre
of the North, with
trains taking the
workers to the seaside
playground in the summer
during the factory
annual shutdowns. Now
still a popular family
resort. Lots to do
including 7 miles of
beaches, the Blackpool
Indoor Bowls Centre, and
the Superbowl, a 30-lane
computerised ten pin
centre. There are two
cinemas as well as a
multi-screen, brass
bands at the bandstands,
and boating lakes.
The resort has three
piers, the North pier, a
refurbished Central Pier
with a Big Wheel, and
the South Pier that has
its own theatre.
Every autumn, early
September to early
November, there is
Blackpool Illuminations
when the whole town
lights up along five
miles. There are famous
places here such as
Blackpool Tower
Ballroom, the scene of
dancing for many years,
as well as band concerts
and shows.
Don't forget the Tourist
Information centre in
the town. A major
shopping area includes
Hounds Hill Shopping
Centre. To get around,
try the famous trams,
running on 11 miles of
track.
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Blackpool Model
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Blackpool
Pleasure Beach:
The
Blackpool Pleasure Beach is Britain's top free
tourist attraction, as listed by the English
Tourist Board, and welcomes over 6.5 million
visits annually. The Pleasure Beach has
something for all age groups, it is home to some
of the most exciting white knuckle rides for the
adrenaline seekers including the Pepsi Max Big
One which is the biggest rollercoaster in Europe
and leisurely cruises through the River Caves or
a ride on the first commercial monorail. The
Pleasure Beach is also home to great live
entertainment with shows such as the Hot Ice
Show, the Mystique magical illusion show and the
Eclipse, a sensational circus musical.
Blackpool
Tower:
Blackpool's
World famous Tower and its Ballroom, is still
one of the major attractions in the town. It
opened in 1894 which makes this year its 110th
Anniversary. Rise to the top of the tower for
the walk of faith and on a clear day you can see
for 40 miles. The ballroom, aquarium and Jungle
Jims means theres something for everyone.
Blackpool Zoo:
Blackpool
Zoo has been open for 25 years and is home to
over 1000 animals from all over the world. The
Zoo is based behind Stanley Park, only two miles
from the sea front and is open all the year
around from 10am. There is always plenty to do
and see with 'close up' animal encounters,
animal feeding and displays throughout the day
and 'meet the keeper' talks. It also hosts
special events throughout the year with guest
appearances, exhibitions and exciting animal
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Blackpool Tower
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Lights out!!
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Louis Tussauds Waxworks:
Louis
Tussauds Rock factory is an amazing tribute to
the worlds greatest rock and pop legends. Why
not take the kids to see the Harry Potter
exhibition or if you are really brave visit the
Chamber of Horrors.
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The best shows in
the North of England are in Blackpool.
Combine your stay at the
Water's Edge Hotel with your visit to the opera or
theatre. Let us know your meal timings in
advance and whether you require a late bar!
Showtimes, click
here!
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Engelbert Humperdinck
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