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Exploring Blackpool

Blackpool is the entertainment capital of Lancashire, packed wall to wall with attractions, entertainment, top line shows and events.

Take it all in as you stroll along the promenade, past Pleasure Beach, Blackpool - Britain's number one visitor attraction with six million visitors a year, the Sandcastle Waterpark, and at the heart of the Golden Mile the world famous Blackpool Tower and Circus, Sealife Centre, Louis Tussaud's Waxworks and the Doctor Who Exhibition.

Places to Stay and Visit in Blackpool:

• Blackpool Family Attractions
• Blackpool Events
• Blackpool Accommodation
• Blackpool's Nightlife

Blackpool Illuminations

29th August - 2 November 2008

Blackpool Illuminations are considered to be the greatest free light show on earth, which entertains millions of visitors each year and brings glowing warmth to even the coldest October evening.

World Fireworks Championships

31 August & 5-26 September

To out-shine their opponents, entrants must demonstrate cutting edge pyro-musical design with a display that represents the style or traditions of their country.

Love Blackpool

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