The mirror ball on Blackpool Prom is taken downThe mirror ball on Blackpool Prom is taken down
The mirror ball on Blackpool Prom is taken down

Pictures show Blackpool's mirror ball like you've never seen it before

The iconic structure on Blackpool Promenade was dismantled yesterday ahead of its refurbishment.
By Daniel Martino
Published 27th Nov 2020, 10:37 GMT
Updated 27th Nov 2020, 11:22 GMT

The structure will be completely re-mirrored and it will have an overhaul of the internal bearings that ensure it can rotate in full circle once a minute. It will be returned to the Promenade for the summer season in 2021 with the works taking six months.

The mirror ball on Blackpool Prom is taken down

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The mirror ball on Blackpool Prom is taken down

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Pictured is Danny Law

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Pictured is Danny Law

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A rare peek inside the mirror ball

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A rare peek inside the mirror ball

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Working inside the installation

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Working inside the installation

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It has been taken down in sections

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It has been taken down in sections

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All 47,000 tiles on the installation will be replaced

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All 47,000 tiles on the installation will be replaced

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