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County Hotel on the corner of the promenade and Church Street. To the right is part of the glass canopy of The Palace

19 nostalgic pictures captured in Blackpool in the Sixties

Go to the The Palace Nightclub

19 things you could do in Blackpool in the 1980s that you can't do now

Lidl & Hunsnet present 'Celine Deal-On'

From Celine Dion in Paris to Celine Deal-On in Blackpool

Rhythm Dome nightclub and Premier Bowling was on the first floor of this recognisable Central Drive building where the old Mecca used to be. Indoor Karting on the ground floor in 2002

20 fascinating memories of streets stepped back from the Golden Mile

The Nolan's new show sees them light up Blackpool 'as bright as illuminations' - Pictured is Steve Cain with Maureen, Anne and Denise during the 'meet & greet' after the show at The House of Secrets Magic bar in Blackpool

The Nolan's new show saw them light up Blackpool 'like illuminations'

'I can taste the food now' - Locals' favourite Blackpool lunch spots revealed

'I can taste the food now' - Locals' favourite Blackpool lunch spots

Hotel Metropole, Blackpool, Lancashire, 1890-1910. The Hotel Metropole as viewed from the north shore with holidaymakers on the beach in the foreground. It was built during or just after the 1860s. A number of bathing machines are lined up on the beach for potential swimmers. (Photo by English Heritage/Heritage Images/Getty Images)

10 historical photos capture progress and play in the 1890s

'It's my job to ensure Blackpool South gets the attention it deserves'

Prepare for sky-high excitement as the legendary Red Arrows soar over the seafront, kicking off an adrenaline-filled afternoon of spectacular aerial displays. Beach House guests can book specially curated dining packages with unbeatable views of all the action, while a handful of lucky walk-ins can secure one of the hottest spots in town on the iconic Tower Terrace.

Transport bosses reveal plans for Blackpool Air Show 2026

Huge savings at iconic Blackpool attractions including the Tower, Madame Tussauds and Sandcastle Waterpark

Huge savings at iconic Blackpool attractions- here's how to unlock it

German rock band release song called 'Blackpool' ahead of Rebellion Festival

German rock band release song titled 'Blackpool' for Rebellion Fest

Jam packed - the beach on a hot day in the 90s

Gazette readers share their favourite childhood memories of Blackpool

Prince William spent the afternoon talking to guests

Prince William wanted to see 'real Blackpool' on visit to town

One of the earliest known photographs of South Pier looking strangely deserted apart from a bench of heavily-clad spectactors with brollies raised

11 gems of architecture from the Victorian era that are iconic

Blackpool illuminations at night, 16th September 1933.

19 atmospheric retro scenes of an illuminated Blackpool

Blackpool Tower 's triumphant trio - organist Reginald Dixon, clown king Charlie Cairoli and big band leader Charles Barlow.

38 remarkable pictures of our most iconic asset Blackpool Tower
‘Happy birthday to our incredible Blackpool Tower - 132 years old’
Claire Lark

Meet the extreme window cleaners who look after the Blackpool Tower

Blackpool Pleasure Beach Resort from the sky above the Big Blue Hotel

Blackpool Pleasure Beach UK's best holiday to keep kids entertained

Charity begins at Lord Leycester Hospital timber-framed home of former soldiers.

Medieval majesty meets contemporary charm in Warwick

Take the walk bridge over the promenade - and a shelter from the sun

21 typical 1980s things you could do that are now memories

Family of Kevin Coates (inset) complete sponsored walk to Blackpool Tower in his memory

Family complete huge walk in memory of 'adored' dad found dead aged 43

The Winter Gardens Pavilioin back in 1865

11 fascinating pics from the Victorian era that shape the landscape

Retro news about the 1980s - Sony Walkmans first came out in 1979 and were incredibly popular, allowing people to listen to their favourite tapes outdoors.

17 fantastic pics that prove the 80s were the best - June top stories

Tower's T17099 Vortx Dual Basket Air Fryer has never been this cheap before

A brilliant dual basket air fryer drops below £50 in a crazy deal

Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin. Credit: BBC/Guy Levy

'A dream come true": Strictly's Amber & Nikita prepare for Blackpool

A crowded promenade in the 1960s

16 unforgettable photographs that journey through time to the 1960s

21 reasons Blackpool makes residents proud

21 reasons Blackpool makes residents proud
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.
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Hotel Metropole, Blackpool, Lancashire, 1890-1910. The Hotel Metropole as viewed from the north shore with holidaymakers on the beach in the foreground. It was built during or just after the 1860s. A number of bathing machines are lined up on the beach for potential swimmers. (Photo by English Heritage/Heritage Images/Getty Images)

10 stunning historical photos capture our town in the 1890s

Go to Professor Peabody's Play Place. This was in 1983. Magician Paul Daniels in the ball pool at the opening of the centre

21 things you loved doing in the 1980s that you can't do anymore

Illuminated rides at The Pleasure Beach in Blackpool, including a ferris wheel and the Big Dipper, 10th September 1955. (Photo by Fox Photos/Getty Images)

19 atmospheric scenes the nights draw in under the resort's lights

TV and radio personality Simon Dee with beauty queens from around the country in the 1960s

20 undeniably nostalgic pictures which travel back to the 1960s

1980's : Beach Boy - Les Dawson filming "A Century of Stars"

21 atmospheric 1980s pics - sticks of rock, deckchairs and tea

Thousands run the Promenade for charity Night Run.

Thousands run the Promenade for charity Night Run

Sunset Sessions, The Blackpool Tower

Get the best sunset selfie this summer - with cocktails and music

Lion taming used to be a thrilling addition to circuses, in 1905 one circus worker was mauled to dealth after a drinking binge

Tale of lion tamer mauled to death in 1905 will leave you shocked

Blackpool Tower in its very early glory

11 architectural gems from the Victorian era

A general view of Grenfell Tower, west London on Thursday, February 6, 2025.

Lancs Lord: Cabinet Office "considering options" for Grenfell 'crooks'

Catch a bus from Blackpool bus station, central to Saturday afternoon shopping

28 old pictures showing what it was like to grow up in the 1980s

Blackpool’s Lightpool Festival 2025 has been extended.

I can’t wait for Blackpool’s Lightpool Festival 2025

Amazon has dropped some early BBQ bargains

Amazon BBQ deals: Save up to 51% on Tower and Outsunny grills

Test your skills on the ice at the Icedrome at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. This was 1984

Things you could do in the 1980s that you can't do anymore

King Charles and Queen Camilla welcomed Blackpool South MP Chris Webb to Buckingham Palace

Blackpool South MP meets King and Queen at Buckingham Palace

This is a chance to pick up a very cheap Ninja air fryer in time for Christmas

Air fryer deals: We've found huge savings on Ninja, Breville and Tower

Strictly Fever Comes To Blackpool

20 years of Strictly: Watch as fans and celebs waltzed into Blackpool

Strictly Fever Comes To Blackpool

20 years of Strictly: Watch as fans and celebs waltzed into Blackpool

'Blackpool - A Rough Day', 1895. From Round the Coast. [George Newnes Limited, London, 1895]Artist Unknown. (Photo by The Print Collector/Getty Images)

Captivating pics from the 1890s in times of progress and recreation

Strictly Come Dancing’s Blackpool Week is finally here and I am just as excited as the stars are.

Myself, the stars & the town are all excited for Strictly in Blackpool

Strictly Come Dancing stars have shared how excited they are for Blackpool Week

Strictly Come Dancing stars share how excited they are for Blackpool

We're keeping an eye on the best air fryer deals throughout November

The best air fryer deals so far for Black Friday 2024

The Icedrome at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. This was 1984

28 old pictures showing what it was like to grow up in the 1980s

The Tower T17039 Xpress Pro 5-in-1 Digital Air Fryer Oven

Huge discount available on this air fryer that has a massive capacity

I went to Blackpool Tower Circus - here's my tips before you go

An installation in the Lightpool Festival in Blackpool

I went to Lightpool - I didn't think Blackpool could get any better

Workmen are busy painting Blackpool Tower, they are seen here on the rods between the huge girders

41 extraordinary pictures of Blackpool Tower back to the early days

One of the air fryer deals is better than half price

Amazon has knocked three big-brand air fryers down to half price

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