Showtown Blackpool
Rainy days in Lancashire don’t have to put a dampener on your plans – in fact, they open the door to a whole host of indoor experiences. From fascinating museums and heritage centres to family-friendly attractions, there’s plenty to explore when the weather turns. Step back in time at one of the county’s historic halls or discover engaging exhibitions that bring Lancashire’s rich industrial and cultural past to life. For those travelling with children, indoor activity centres, soft play venues and interactive experiences offer hours of entertainment whatever the weather.
If you’re looking to relax, Lancashire’s cosy cafés, traditional pubs and vibrant food halls provide the perfect refuge from the rain, often showcasing delicious local produce. You can also enjoy shopping in charming market towns, browse independent boutiques, or treat yourself to a spa day for some well-deserved pampering. Whether you’re seeking culture, comfort or family fun, Lancashire has everything you need to make a rainy day just as memorable as a sunny one.
It was a beautiful day to grab a tickling stick and launch Blackpool’s fun-packed celebration of comedy genius Sir Ken Dodd OBE at the resort’s award-winning museum of fun and entertainment!
Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Harrison Musicals is today delighted to announce Jesus Christ Superstar will tour the UK following the conclusion of its West End engagements and will head to the Winter Gardens Blackpool 11-15 May 2027.
Lancashire is known for its fabulous days out, with so many great attractions, things to do and extraordinary events that provide all the ingredients for a memorable half-term.
Never been duck pin bowling? It’s exactly like ten pin bowling, except the lanes and balls are smaller, making a strike even harder to achieve.
Never been duck pin bowling? It’s exactly like ten pin bowling, except the lanes and balls are smaller, making a strike even harder to achieve.
Read MoreLancashire's most unusual leisure venue, offering a range of exciting activities under one grass-covered roof.
Read MoreBeloved characters from the UK’s number one bestselling children’s author Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler have made a home on Blackpool’s famous seafront.
Read MoreLocated on the high street, the Fishergate Shopping Centre is a bustling retail destination that caters to the diverse shopping needs of locals and visitors alike.
Read MoreWith its gorgeous flower-themed interior and bright and cheery service to match, Blooms is the perfect setting for every occasion.
Read MoreThe ancestral home of the Parker Family, Bowbearers of the Forest of Bowland who have lived there since 1507.
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Date: 11th Jul 2026
Join in a truly unforgettable Toy Story experience, where your child will step straight into Andy's world alongside some of their favourite characters.
Read MoreDates: 11th Jul 2026 - 12th Jul 2026
Make your own colourful Stegosaurus headdress.
Read MoreDate: 24th Jul 2026
Summer holiday animal encounter.
Read MoreDate: 8th Aug 2026
Look who is visiting Leaping Lizards. Moana, Belle and Elsa.
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