Category: 2024

Wanderland: Wyre’s Family Festival Brings Adventure to Poulton-le-Fylde

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Wanderland has quickly become one of the Fylde Coast’s most popular family events, transforming Cottam Hall Playing Fields in Poulton-le-Fylde into a colourful festival of entertainment, creativity and outdoor adventure. Organised by Wyre Council, the event was created to offer families an affordable festival experience where children and adults alike could enjoy a full day of activities, performances and attractions with almost everything included in the ticket price. The festival was first held in 2024, with the aim of creating a brand-new family event for the borough that combined the atmosphere of a traditional festival with the accessibility of a…

Blackpool Council Unveils Long-Term Vision for Central Housing Regeneration Area

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Blackpool Council has set out an ambitious long-term strategy to transform parts of inner Blackpool through a comprehensive housing regeneration programme expected to span at least 15 years. The initiative aims to raise housing standards, enhance green infrastructure and reshape neighbourhoods to create more sustainable and attractive places to live, while supporting broader economic renewal across central areas of the town. Blackpool central regeneration area boundary. The Central Housing Regeneration Area Framework, originally approved in December 2024, provides the blueprint for this transformation. The document is designed to guide future development, strengthen funding bids and attract private investment into some…

Coyote Ugly Comes to Blackpool Prom

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Born in the heart of New York City in 1993, Coyote Ugly Saloon was the brainchild of Liliana “Lil” Lovell, who set out to create a bar that was anything but ordinary. With its fearless bartenders, electrifying atmosphere, and wild west-inspired decor, Coyote Ugly quickly became a legend. The unique blend of bartenders dancing on the bar, thumping music, and unapologetic fun sparked an international sensation. The iconic brand truly went global after the release of the film Coyote Ugly in 2000, bringing the bold, boundary-pushing spirit to screens worldwide. Since then, Coyote Ugly Saloon has expanded its reach across…

Nigel Farage Speaks at Blackpool’s Imperial Hotel

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On 20 June 2024, Nigel Farage brought his Reform UK campaign to Blackpool, addressing a sold-out crowd at the Imperial Hotel. Prior to his speech, Farage unveiled a new campaign poster in the town and spoke to local media including the Gazette, positioning Reform as the only real alternative to both Labour and the Conservatives. He urged locals to “join the revolt,” claiming that Britain was broken and only his party had the answers to fix it. Responding to a question on what Reform could do for Blackpool, Farage pointed to the party’s flagship pledge: raising the personal income tax…

Lorraine Beavers, Labour MP of Blackpool North and Fleetwood

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Lorraine Beavers is a British Labour Party politician who has served as the Member of Parliament for Blackpool North and Fleetwood since the general election on 4 July 2024. She won the seat by defeating the incumbent Conservative MP, Paul Maynard, with a majority of 4,647 votes. Her victory was part of Labour’s broader success in the election, marking a shift in political representation for the constituency. Before entering Parliament, Beavers had a long-standing career in local politics. She was the deputy leader of the Labour opposition group on both Wyre Borough Council and Lancashire County Council, where she was… Read more »

Play Expo, The UK Longest Running Retro Games Expo

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PLAY Expo is the UK’s longest running and most popular retro games expo, and it returns for 2025 to the Norbreck Castle for its 15th year! The event promises to be an unmissable event for gaming enthusiasts, offering a comprehensive celebration of gaming culture spanning decades. Organised by Replay Events, this expo is not only the UK’s longest-running retro gaming show but also a haven for gamers, collectors, and industry professionals. The event will take place on October 4–5, 2025, at the Norbreck Castle Exhibition Centre, a popular location in Blackpool that has hosted numerous large-scale gaming and entertainment events….

Jane McDonald Returns to Blackpool

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Jane McDonald is set to return to the stage in 2024 with her brand-new tour, With All My Love, which will begin with two special nights at Blackpool Opera House on Friday 11 and Saturday 12 October. The tour will see her visit over 20 theatres and arenas across the UK, performing fan favourites as well as new material she has personally written. Audiences can expect an evening filled with glamour, heartfelt performances, and her signature Yorkshire wit. Tickets go on sale at 8:30 am on Friday, 24 November via cuffeandtaylor.com. Speaking about the tour, Jane said: “Over the years,… Read more »

Heritage Trams Suspends its Service

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Blackpool faces a poignant moment as the Heritage Trams have been officially withdrawn from service, with the final tours of the season cancelled. The future of the historic fleet remains uncertain, though Blackpool Transport has expressed hope for a potential return in the future. The decision, described as a difficult but necessary step, was made to prioritise efficiency and safety as the town’s tram network continues to evolve. As part of ongoing modernisation efforts following the North Station extension, Blackpool Transport is introducing advanced safety systems, including the Obstacle Detection Assistance System (ODAS) and the Collision and Overspeed Monitoring and… Read more »

Mel B Switches on the Lights

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Mel B expressed how privileged she felt to be chosen to switch on the Blackpool Illuminations, a moment she described as especially meaningful due to her deep connection to the resort. The Spice Girls singer, who once lived in Blackpool as a teenager, recalled her early days as a 16-year-old dancer in the Mystique show at the Pleasure Beach. This experience marked her first professional job before she rose to global fame with the Spice Girls. Reflecting on her childhood, Mel B shared fond memories of her family visiting the Illuminations every year in their “clapped-out car,” sitting in traffic…

Blackpool Civil Service Hub

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At the time of writing this post, the new Civil Service Hub in Blackpool had not yet been completed, but it had already reached its highest point, making it the tallest office building in the town. This £100 million, 215,000 sq ft development, located near Blackpool North train station on King Street, is being delivered by Blackpool Council in collaboration with nationwide developer Muse and contractor VINCI Construction. The hub is part of Blackpool’s £350 million Talbot Gateway redevelopment, which aims to bring over 8,000 professional workers and students to the town centre, helping to rejuvenate the area. The building…