It’s legendary for its nightlife and locals who like a pint or two could take their pick. Whether it was the pub on the corner, a new wine bar in town or one of Blackpool’s fabulous nightclubs, no excuse was ever needed for a night out. These pictures remember the pubs, the punters and the landlords. As Andy Croft said: “Couldn’t beat an afternoon sesh in Rumours!”
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Wheatsheaf (Talbot Road, Blackpool)party night. (Gazette Pub Challenge winners). From left, Mandy Steed, Lisa Steed, Debbie O'Rourke and Maria Gouhar | National World
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Contestants in the karaoke competition being held at The Royal pub on Marton Drive, Blackpool | National World
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Landlady of the Cedar Tavern in Cedar Square Blackpool, Caroline Colbourne | National World
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The sign says it all-the new licensees at The Royal pub on Marton Drive in Blackpool, Rendal and Tanya Boyd, toast their success | National World