From Blackpool Air Show to the Illuminations: 21 reasons people are proud of the town

Blackpool residents have been sharing what they love most about the town after new deprivation figures once again placed several of its neighbourhoods among the most deprived in England.

From the Air Show and the Illuminations to the Tower, trams and seaside favourites, people highlighted the places, traditions and experiences that make Blackpool stand out.

Here are 21 reasons locals say they’re proud of the town and what it offers:

7. Fish and chips

Michael McGuire said simply: fish and chips. | George Hodan - CC0 Public Domain

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8. The tram network

Tony Scott said he loves the tram network. | Contributed

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9. Blackpool FC

Benjamin Harman said Blackpool FC is what he loves most. | Gareth Evans / Blackpool FC

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10. The Gruffalo & Friends Clubhouse

Gareth Seymour said the Gruffalo is great for the kids. | Daniel Martino

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11. Blackpool Pleasure Beach Resort

Zoe Durham said she enjoys Pleasure Beach Resort. | Blackpool Pleasure Beach Resort

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12. Soul Suite

John Foulds said his favourites are the Soul Suite pub and the Mitre. | Google

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