Here, we have rounded up some of the most iconic ones from their very earliest days, most are still standing but some are lost and forgotten...
7. Blackpool's historic buildings - the early days
The Big Dipper at Blackpool Pleasure Beach celebrates its centenary this year. Here it is during its opening year. Photo: Submit
8. Blackpool's historical buildings - the early days
Raikes Hall Gardens, in 1899. It was called the Royal Palace Gardens - original home of Blackpool Football Club Photo: submit
9. Blackpool's historic buildings - the early days
Regent Cinema is one of Blackpool's most well-known buildings. It has a chequered past and was first opened in 1921. The Regent Cinema boasted 1092 seats and a retractable roof. It proved to be a popular cinema for decades before it was used for bingo during the week in 1969. It is now an independent cinema Photo: Submit
10. Blackpool's historic buildings - the early days
The Clifton Hotel in Talbot Square started life as Clifton Arms in 1780. It was rebuilt in 1874 by John Clifton Talbot Photo: staff
11. Blackpool's historic buildings - the early days
Abingdon Street Post Office, 1910 Photo: submit
12. Blackpool's historic buildings - the early days
There wasn't a dull moment according to the enticing signs either side of the entrance to the Winter Gardens Pavilion back in 1865. Sixpence (2.5p) brought entertainment all day Photo: Historical