Blackpool Central

Chris Webb has re-backed his support for the Blackpool Arena.

'Blackpool never settles for thinking small' - Arena plan update

Current designs for the arena feature a unique-shaped building.

11 amazing new pictures of what the Blackpool Arena could look like

The arena could be configured for both concerts and sporting events according to Harry Carter.

Architect on significant progress of arena plan as new images revealed

New proposals have emerged for a designated motorhome park on the Blackpool Central site, with those backing the plans saying it would provide a ‘massive boost’ for the town’s tourism.

Plans for motorhome park on site earmarked for new 20,000-seater arena

Blackpool's best hidden secrets in 2026.

The best kept secret about Blackpool is.. 'creative & artistic talent'

Blackpool Gazette readers have offered a wide range of ideas for what should be built on the Blackpool Central site.

We want something unique that Manchester or Liverpool don't have

Before and after photos of the site.

Council update on historic building amid major Blackpool Central plans

Blackpool Council procurement plans to find new developer for site amid arena hopes

Council reveals procurement plans to find new developer for vital site

An artist's impression of how the new Blackpool Central Housing Regeneration Scheme could transform the Central Drive area

Council bosses seeks developer for 'once-in-a-generation opportunity'

Blackpool Council takes next step in securing CPOs to get controversial Revoe Central Housing regeneration plan underway

Breaking Council takes next step in securing CPOs for controversial regen plan

The government has committed £20 million to explore the development of a new indoor arena in Blackpool

Breaking Government commits £20m to explore new 'world-class' Blackpool Arena

Calls have been made for Blackpool to get a world-class arena. (artist's impression)

MP renews calls for 'world-class' entertainment venue in resort

Demolition work began at the former Bonny Street police station

Watch as demolition begins at resort's old Bonny Street police station

A new developer is being sought for the Central Car Park site in Blackpool

New investors sought for Blackpool Central at global property event

Blackpool’s landscape is changing forever as the demolition of the former police station and magistrates court continues.

Landscape changing forever as police station and court demolished

Work is beginning on the demolition of the former Blackpool police station, courts and car park on Bonny Street.

Former police station and magistrates courts now being demolished
Work to demolish Blackpool's former Bonny Street police station and magistrates court is now underway and is due to be completed by July.
Shelagh Parkinson

Aerial view of the Blackpool Central site

Demolition team appointed to clear key Blackpool development site

The new Blackpool Central multi-storey car park (picture from Blackpool Council)

The Blackpool Central multi-storey car park is now open

Blackpool Central is a massive driver of renewal. Credit: Blackpool Council

7 huge developments that will change the face of Blackpool forever

As part of the ongoing Blackpool Central works, a one-way system is required on a section of Chapel Street.

Road closure as construction work starts on new Multi-Storey Car Park

The Backlot Cinema and Diner

Key dates for multi-million pound investments in 2024

Drummers House Of Jokes shuts down after 53 years

Joke shop shuts down after 53 years to make way for new £300m project

Chapel Street car park, beneath the magistrates court, will remain open

Udate on car park following sudden closure of Blackpool Magistrates Court

New Civil Service offices taking shape on King Street

Blackpool beginning to see regeneration benefits

New magistrates court takes a step forward - as first details revealed

The King Street properties are close to the site where work has now begun to build new civil service offices

Council buys up properties in Blackpool town centre for regeneration

Bonny Street Market which was dismantled in January

Developers set to move onto former Blackpool Bonny Street Market site
The site of a popular former Blackpool market will be used as a construction yard after closing last autumn.
Shelagh Parkinson

The site of the mast (picture from Blackpool Council planning)

15 metre high phone mast approved for pavement near BFC

The joke shop on Central Drive

Site acquired towards Blackpool Central leisure scheme

A telecoms mast which has been installed on Whitegate Drive in Blackpool

Telecoms giant told Blackpool mast would be 'intrusive'

Work is underway to build a new multi storey car park on the Blackpool Central site

Blackpool sees downturn in parking performance as staycation effect slows down

Levelling Up minister Michael Gove at the Blackpool Central development. He is pictured with council leader Lynn Williams and MP Scott Benton.

£40m government investment announced to unlock massive Blackpool regeneration

Bonny St market traders will be leaving in November to make way for the Blackpool Central development. Pictured is Mark Kerbel.

Sadness as Blackpool's famous Bonny Street Market to shut

RNLI Blackpool lifeboat volunteers were called when a person was threatening to jump off Blackpool Central Pier

Person who threatened to jump in the sea is talked down from Central Pier

A similar mobile phone mast installed on Whitegate Drive

Phone company's new battle to install mast in Blackpool holiday area

A view of Blackpool's Central Car Park ten years ago. Work is now underway to transform the whole area under a £300m development which will se a new car park, heritage quarter and attractions

12 nostalgic scenes of Blackpool central which will soon become distant memories

Fleetwood Lifeboat Day proved to be a massive success

It's a record, says Fleetwood RNLI after Lifeboat Day event

Update on £300m Blackpool Central development site

First look at work finally underway at the £300m Blackpool Central site

Artist's impression of Blackpool Central

Measures taken to help new Blackpool car park open sooner

An artist's impression of the new multi-storey car park

Blackpool Council announces major road closure

The multi-storey car park planned for the Blackpool Central site off the Golden Mile

Delight as Blackpool Central roadworks are delayed until after Easter

Launch of Blackpool Central. Pictured is Norbert Reichart

No way to avoid Seasiders Way closure, says Blackpool Council

Blackpool's Central Car Park where work on the new £300m visitor attraction will see nearby Seasiders Way closed

Tourism businesses say Blackpool Central road closure plans will cause summer ch...

Developers Nikal Ltd are preparing to start work on the £300m Blackpool Central from Wednesday, March 23 to spring 2023. To build the new car park, Blackpool Council said it’s necessary to close the area to all traffic to ensure public safety. Pic: Blackpool Council/Nikal Ltd

12 months of road closures announced as work begins on Blackpool Central project

An artists impression of the Blackpool Central development showing the area where the mast would have been located

Mast would 'harm' £300m Blackpool Central leisure development

The market is making way for the Blackpool Central Development (pictured in an artist's impression)

No reprieve for Blackpool's Bonny Street Market

Bonny Street car park has now closed

Bonny Street Market closes as £300m development gets under way

Workers make a start on the Blackpool Central project

Work starts on £300m Blackpool, Central visitor attraction

Central Car Park

Funding secured to kickstart £300m Blackpool Central leisure development

2022 will be a huge year for so many of the ambitious developments in Blackpool.

The Blackpool developments set to take a major leap forward in 2022

Hoteliers want the attractions to be built first at Blackpool Central

Theme parks 'should be built first' at Blackpool Central urge hoteliers

Artist's impression of Blackpool Central

Go ahead for £300m Blackpool Central leisure plan - despite Blackpool Pleasure B...

Artist's impression of Blackpool Central

Decision will speed up £300m Blackpool Central leisure development

The former Post Office

Blackpool makes new £20m funding bid to government

Aerial view of the proposed Blackpool Central development

Plans submitted for £300m new Blackpool leisure destination

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