Residents are to be asked for their views on seven options for the future of the Foxhall district which has been offering holiday accommodation since the late 1800s.

Possibilities range from creating a Victorian-themed resort to turning the neighbourhood over to residential use or even a student village.

The proposals are the latest in a series of ideas, dating back to the resort's original 2003 masterplan, designed to boost the area.

Foxhall is also key to Blackpool's bid for World Heritage Site status – based on its claim to have been the first mass market holiday destination.

Whichever option is favoured, they all include plans to create a new pedestrian-friendly plaza at Foxhall Square.

Dale Street could also be pedestrianised.

Neil Winkley, chairman of the Foxhall Village Regeneration Association, who also runs the Aberford Hotel on Yorkshire Street, said: "It is a long term process and people have to understand that there is no quick fix. These proposals involve every aspect of the area.

"They go from making it a complete Victoriana theme park to bulldozing the whole area. In reality it will be a mix and match."

Nick Osborne, of the Greenmount Hotel on Bairstow Street, said: "Anything that regenerates the area is good, as long as they realise some of us are still trading here."

Sue Barraclough, of the New Milton Hotel, also on Bairstow Street, added: "Things are already changing but any new ideas for regeneration will be welcome."

Coun Maxine Callow, Blackpool Council's cabinet member for regeneration, said: "The area is crying out for improvements but it is very important we have the input of all the people who live and work there."

It is hoped cash could come from the Northwest Development Agency, ReBlackpool and heritage grants.

The report will go before the council's executive on Wednesday.