Blog (Blackpool) - Visit Lancashire

Iconic mills, rolling hills and a national landscape that rivals the beauty of the Lake District means that East Lancashire and the Ribble Valley are often used to showcase the quintessential British countryside on our tv and cinema screens. Many great movies and shows have been filmed in the area, so why not jump in the car and find see some of the onscreen treasures for yourself.

Whether it is feature films, comedy shows, sci-fi or drama, Lancashire's wonderfully varied coastline, cities, towns and countryside, make it a wonderful place to capture people's imaginations. Take a three-day road trip to explore the areas of Blackpool, Preston and beyond and visit some of the many locations you may have seen on your screen.  

There’s something wonderful about a trip to the beach in summer. Feeling the soft warm sand between your toes, the smell of the fresh sea air, and the taste of delicious ice cream, especially if you can bring your four-legged friend along too.

Although some of Lancashire’s beaches impose restrictions during the summer months, there are still plenty of great dog-friendly beaches waiting to be explored.

Journey to Hell Freak Nights return to Blackpool Pleasure Beach this Halloween.  Will you be brave enough to travel through the eight scare zones to uncover the horrors that await?

From the Ultimate Fiesta at The Blackpool Tower Circus to uncovering the gruelling history of Lancashire at The Blackpool Tower Dungeon, there's plenty to keep you entertained in Blackpool this Easter. 

Make your visit to Blackpool a memorable one and visit all of Merlin’s magical attractions…

Blackpool Zoo is delighted to welcome its first two red panda cubs for more than a decade. With only 10,000 red pandas left in the wild, these cubs are cause for extra celebration.

Enjoy an amazing day out at Blackpool Pleasure Beach with all our rides and Oktoberfest event every Saturday in September!
 

A historic Blackpool Tram is being named after Reginald Dixon, best known for his time spent as organist at the Blackpool Tower, having held the position in the famous Ballroom for 40 years.

In accordance with UK Government track and trace legislation, the producers have had to suspend all performances of Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story on Stage at the Winter Gardens Blackpool up to and including Friday 13^th August 2021.