Blackpool

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Blackpool

Known for its "Kiss-Me-Quick" hats, sticks of rock and the ubiquitous fish and chips, Blackpool has all this and more. With miles of golden sands, stunning Victorian architecture, a host of entertainment for young and old alike and the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District right at the doorstep, Blackpool enjoys a scenic setting and easily maintains its status as the unofficial entertainment capital of the North.

The City

Acclaimed as the premiere tourist attraction in Europe, Blackpool and tourism go hand in hand, like the many happy couples seen strolling along its seafront. Those visiting Blackpool for the first time will find themselves being drawn to the seafront like a bee to a jar of honey. With its three piers providing all manner of entertainment, the long stretches of golden sands, the white-knuckle rides at the ironically named “Pleasure Beach”, and the Golden Mile with its neon lights and saucy humour, you could be forgiven for thinking that there is nothing beyond the bright lights. However, for those who dare to venture away there is the calm of Stanley Park, the quaint seaside resorts of Fleetwood and Lytham St Annes and the breathtaking scenery of the Yorkshire Dales and the Lake District.

Do & See

Known as the unofficial entertainment capital of the North, Blackpool certainly delivers on its promises. The town is essentially a collection of theme parks, show venues, shopping spots and active pursuits. From the iconic Blackpool Tower entertainment complex to the funfair piers (with rides and roller-coasters) and cabaret shows to opera at the Winter Gardens, the city will keep visitors of all ages and interests happily occupied for days on end.

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