They’re the places where conversations are had, the ones which put ale choice at the forefront, where you can buy Scampi Fries and pork scratchings whilst sitting at the bar and enjoying a pint. And it’s where go for pool, darts and TV sport. Jay Jackson had his favourite. He said: “I think The Saddle Inn can't be beaten - it's the oldest pub in Blackpool” These are readers’ choices, the Blackpool Pubs they think are the best. Any more to add to the list? Let us know.
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Raikes Hall, with an insert pic of it's early days. It is, by far, one of Blackpool's oldest establishments | National World
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Another long established town centre pub which is a stone's throw from the seafront. It's a family friendly place serving real ales and good food and has that typical traditional feel | National World
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Tucked away, The Bull Hotel on Waterloo Road is described on Tripadvisor as a gem of a bar and 'just like the pubs used to be back in the day. Beer very cheap and very good as well'. That's a seal of approval | National World
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Uncle Toms Cabin. There has been an Uncle Toms Cabin, roughly in the same spot since the 1800s | National World
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The Washington is one of Blackpool's longest established pubs - it's described as an unpretentious neighbourhood pub serving cask ales with pool, burgers and TV sports | National World