The Fylde coast has long attracted celebrities from across the worlds of entertainment, sport and television.
Whether switching on Blackpool's famous Illuminations, performing at landmark venues or simply enjoying a visit to the seaside, countless stars have created memorable moments along the coast.
This collection looks back at 13 of the most remarkable celebrity appearances and concerts that captured public attention and became part of local history.
1. Rocking the Gigs
Shane Ward at the Lancashire Red Rose Hero Awards at the Winter Gardens in 2007 Photo: Becky Matthews
2. Rocking at the Gigs
Teenage fans at the Busted concert, Tower Ballroom in 2003 Photo: Rob Lock
3. Rocking the Gigs
Shane Ward wows the crowd at Lancashire Red Rose Hero Awards at the Winter Gardens Photo: Becky Matthews
4. Rocking the Gigs
Fans queuing for the JLS concert at Blackpool's Opera Winter Gardens. Photo: Bill Johnson
5. Rocking the Gigs
Kings of Leon at the Empress Ballroom. Fans up against the barrier and the show was stopped to reinforce the crush barrier Photo: Mike Foster
6. Rocking the Gigs
Morrissey performing onstage at the Empress Ballroom back in 2004 Photo: Rob Lock