Category: 2026

Upside Down House Opens on Blackpool Prom

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The biggest Upside Down House has arrived on Blackpool’s iconic Promenade! Designed for visitors of all ages, this interactive photo experience invites guests to step into a world where nothing is quite as it seems – perfect for capturing mind-bending photos and unforgettable memories. With its striking sky-blue exterior inspired by its seaside surroundings near South Pier, this is one attraction you won’t be able to miss. But the real magic begins inside, where gravity is flipped on its head and every room offers a surreal twist on reality. From floors becoming ceilings to furniture defying expectations, prepare to see…

Snooker Shoot Out: Blackpool’s Fast-Paced Snooker Spectacle

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The Snooker Shoot Out has firmly established itself as one of the most distinctive and entertaining tournaments on the professional snooker calendar, and it will return to Blackpool from 9 to 12 December 2026 at the Tower Circus inside The Blackpool Tower. Unlike traditional ranking events, which are played over multiple frames and extended sessions, the Shoot Out uses a single-frame format with a strict 10-minute time limit per match. A shot clock operates throughout, typically allowing 15 seconds per shot during the first half of the frame and reducing to 10 seconds during the closing stages. The compressed format…

Tramtown Museum Set To Close

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Tramtown on Rigby Road has been ordered to close after an independent structural survey concluded that the building is unsafe. Lynn Williams confirmed that the museum’s public entrance had been deemed structurally unsound, stating that the council could not risk reopening the site while safety concerns remain. The announcement follows an earlier temporary closure caused by an electrical fault. While repair work was being carried out, a structural engineer’s inspection identified more serious issues with the building. Williams also said recent high winds had worsened the situation, tearing additional roof panels away and leading to further water ingress. All vehicles…

Blackpool South Beach Street Food Set For Summer

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The South Beach Street Food project represents a bold and modern addition to Blackpool’s South Shore, combining regeneration, independent enterprise and distinctive design in one vibrant coastal destination. Positioned close to South Pier and the Promenade, the development aims to transform previously underused space into a lively, year-round food and social hub that serves both residents and visitors. At the heart of the concept is its striking architectural approach: a collection of converted shipping containers repurposed into fully functioning street food kitchens. Rather than traditional brick-built units, the project embraces stacked and reconfigured steel containers, creating an industrial-style food village…

Tenpin Bowling Centre To Open in Blackpool

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Blackpool’s indoor leisure offer is set to expand significantly in 2026 with the opening of a major new Tenpin entertainment complex at the former Odeon building on Rigby Road, close to Festival Leisure Park. The project will bring new life to a long-vacant cinema site and is being described as one of the town’s largest recent investments in family-focused leisure. The development will be operated by Tenpin Ltd, one of the UK’s leading bowling and entertainment providers. Plans for the Blackpool venue include 24 full-sized bowling lanes, placing it among the larger centres in the region. However, the attraction is…

Lottery Winner Raymond Young Celebrates Thunderball Jackpot with Trip to Blackpool

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A Scottish lottery winner chose Blackpool as the setting for his celebrations after scooping a £500,000 Thunderball jackpot. Raymond Young, 63, from Edinburgh, landed the top prize in the 23 March draw using numbers he had played consistently since Thunderball launched nearly 25 years ago. Rather than opting for an exotic getaway, the recently retired British Gas worker headed straight to the Lancashire coast — a place he describes as his “home from home”. Young has holidayed in Blackpool since childhood, recalling days spent playing on the beach and returning over the years to stay with friends. For him, the…

Architects Reveal Phoenix Arena Vision for Blackpool

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Architects at Carters Building Consultancy have revealed concept designs for a major new arena at the Blackpool Central regeneration site. The independently developed proposal, named “The Phoenix Arena”, sets out a vision for a large-scale cultural and performance venue that could act as a catalyst for town centre renewal while creating a striking new civic landmark. A concept mockup of the proposed ‘Phoenix Arena’ in Blackpool Central. The Preston-based practice confirmed that the concept work was carried out at no public expense and is intended to encourage discussion about the long-term future of the site. At this stage, the proposal…

In 2026 Blackpool Celebrates 150 Years of Being a Borough

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As Blackpool marks one hundred and fifty years since its incorporation, no official celebrations have yet been announced. Instead, the focus of the Council remains on development projects, the Town Deal, and preparations for its role in the new Combined County Authority. The story of Blackpool’s governance begins on January 21st, 1876.

New Magistrates Court

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Blackpool is set to receive a new, state-of-the-art courthouse to replace the outdated facilities on Bonny Street. The new building will be located at the corner of Devonshire and Talbot Roads, consolidating magistrates, civil, and family courts into a single, modern site. The proposed three-story courthouse has been designed to blend with surrounding structures and aims to provide improved access to justice for the local community. The project has secured a £40 million investment and is expected to open in 2026. During the construction period, court services have been redistributed across Lancashire to minimise disruption, including the creation of two…

Blackpool Multiversity

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Blackpool Multiversity is an ambitious project aimed at transforming higher education in Blackpool by creating a state-of-the-art, carbon-neutral campus in the town’s centre. Spearheaded by Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC), the Multiversity seeks to integrate digital and business education, skills development, and innovation to position Blackpool as a premier destination for higher education and training. The campus will collaborate closely with businesses of all sizes, ensuring that the curriculum is co-created with employer partners to meet current and future workforce needs. This partnership aims to attract employers to the area by providing facilities for workforce upskilling. The Multiversity plans…