Cyclists Ride the Lights ahead of Blackpool’s big switch-on
Not only did they get the chance to ride on a traffic-free prom, but they were given the first glimpse of this year’s Illuminations.
The Ride the Lights event took place last night between 6pm and 10pm as cyclists from all over the county gathered before the big Switch On party on Friday.
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Hide AdThousands of people take part every year in what has become the Lights curtain-raiser.
There was live music from Chris Atkinson, Hana Joy, Amy Jo, Distracted and Matt Fitzgerald.
The Ride The Lights route ran from Starr Gate, South Shore, all the way through to Red Bank Road, Bispham.
Coun Gillian Campbell, Deputy Leader of Blackpool Council, said: “Ride the Lights is always extremely popular and is now a firm fixture on Blackpool’s calendar.”
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Hide AdThe big Switch On night itself kicks off on the Festival Headland at 5pm on Friday with Jedward and Blackpool’s own Little Boots taking to the stage among others.
Shortly after 9pm Hollywood film director Tim Burton will officially throw the switch to start the historic Illuminations for 2015.
The entertainment will continue on Saturday and Sunday.
See the Gazette for coverage of all the excitement.