The Blackpool Aviation Week (also known as the Blackpool Aviation Meeting) was an early British air show that took place in Blackpool in October 1909. It was recognised by the Aero Club of Great Britain making it Britain’s first official air show.
The Holiday Inn at Talbot Gateway in Blackpool is a key feature of the area’s ongoing £350 million regeneration project. This new addition to the town opened in mid-2023 and boasts 144 rooms, making it a modern and centrally located option for both business and leisure travellers. Managed by RBH Hospitality, the hotel is directly connected to Blackpool North train station via a newly constructed underpass and is adjacent to a tram extension linking the town centre to the Blackpool Promenade. This connectivity underscores its role as a hub for visitors arriving in Blackpool. The Holiday Inn also features Marco… Read more »
Radio Wave was an Independent Local Radio station that served Blackpool, The Fylde, and nearby regions. It operated from studios located in the Layton area of Blackpool and transmitted its broadcasts via a specially built transmitter positioned atop Blackpool Tower. In the late 1980s, local entrepreneur John Barnett advocated for a unique Independent Local Radio (ILR) licence for Blackpool and the Fylde area. He also plays a key role at Social Enterprise Solutions. The licence was granted in 1992, and Radio Wave commenced its broadcasts at 7 am on 25 May 1992. The station’s launch included an introduction from Barnett,… Read more »
Coral Horn founded Pink Link Ladies, a networking group for women in 2009, and launched The Enterprise Vision Awards in 2011. The organisation is now known as Pink Link. Pink Link business networking offers an inclusive environment for women of all ages, backgrounds and business types. The meetings help women to make new connections and build genuine business relationships. They can meet potential new customers and suppliers and discover opportunities to collaborate in a supportive and energetic environment. Women are invited to come and promote their businesses and expand awareness of their brands by meeting other women who understand their challenges, often… Read more »
Fylde Coast Resilience is focused on making a difference by bringing the VCFSE, private and public sectors together, providing knowledge, information and support to help businesses and organisations make positive, powerful connections. The launch meeting was on Wednesday 23 November 2022, at Mandus House. Unlike traditional ‘networking’ groups, they don’t make time-consuming presentations that prevent attendees from talking with each other. They don’t expect referrals, set targets or make any demands from attendees. Together they support the community, re-shape business and create sustainable, successful futures for everyone. If this sounds like something you’d like to be a part of, check…
The steel sculpture known as Helter Skelter once stood proudly on the roundabout at the end of the M55 motorway, where it meets Yeadon Way — one of the main gateways into Blackpool. For two decades it served as a bold and playful landmark, greeting motorists as they entered the resort and reflecting the town’s long association with seaside fun and fairground spectacle. Erected in 1995, the sculpture was created by artist David Annand. Constructed from steel, the design featured a stylised helter-skelter tower accompanied by lively human figures, capturing the energy and movement of traditional amusement rides. Its form…
The Stanley Park Golf Club is a standout location in Blackpool, renowned for its historic design by Dr. Alister MacKenzie, the architect behind some of the world’s most prestigious courses, including Augusta National. Established in 1925, this 18-hole, par-70 course blends picturesque parkland with challenging features, such as strategically placed bunkers and natural hazards, creating a rewarding experience for players of all abilities. The club prides itself on accessibility, offering flexible options like pay-and-play alongside memberships. It also boasts a welcoming, community-focused atmosphere, with facilities that cater to both casual golfers and seasoned players. As of 2024, the course is… Read more »
The park was officially opened on 2nd October 1926, by Edward George Villiers Stanley – 17th Earl of Derby. However, the park was named after his father, Frederick Arthur Stanley, the 16th Earl of Derby and Blackpool’s first Member of Parliament. Stanley Park is a public park in the town of Blackpool on the Fylde coast in Lancashire, England. It is the town’s primary park and covers an area of approximately 104 hectares (260 acres). The park was designed to include significant sporting provisions, along with formal gardens, a boating lake and woodland area. It was designed and built in… Read more »
The biggest standalone light installation ever created for Blackpool Illuminations has brought a futuristic feel to the famous Golden Mile. Standing at 11 metres high, Odyssey is a spectacular interactive display that has been co-created by international designer Jack Irving in collaboration with a highly-talented team of computer scientists from Lancaster University. The outdoor installation comprises six large-scale towers that are combined with state-of-the-art technology to create an immersive projection show themed on undiscovered creatures lurking in the depths of the deep sea. Odyssey, which has been manufactured at the Blackpool Illuminations Lightworks factory, has taken more than two years to design…
On the site of the former park nurseries, the Blackpool Sports Centre was built in 1996, further enhancing Stanley Park’s reputation as a hub for sports and recreation. The sports hall, designed with versatility in mind, offers facilities for a wide range of activities, including badminton, table tennis, and 5-a-side football. This development marked a significant investment in Blackpool’s sporting infrastructure, helping to provide local residents and visitors with access to high-quality facilities for both recreational and competitive sports. Behind the sports hall is a 60-metre running track, catering to athletes and fitness enthusiasts of all levels. However, this part… Read more »