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Blackpool, well what can one say apart from it is the most popular seaside town in the UK. With 7 miles of sandy beach, many attractions, some of which are listed below. |
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Catering for both families and group parties, Blackpool has plenty to offer everyone, including many bars, clubs, restaurants. |
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This year the world famous illuminations switch on, on the 1st September 2006 and switch off on the 5th November 2006 |
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Along the seafront there are numerous shops, hotels and amusement arcades. Behind the Tower is the main shopping area which during 2006 is being renovated to increase the shopping area which will eventually include a debenhams and many more shops, There are more details of shopping in and around Blackpool, Cleveleys, Fleetwood and Freeport. |
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If your unsure how to get to Blackpool then you can find travel details on how to get here on our travel page |
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| Blackpool has an abundance of bars, clubs and nightlife. Something for all generations and the whole family. Many people come to Blackpool just for the nightlife especially on Stag and Hen parties |
During 2006 the seafront sea defences between South Pier and North Pier is being replaced and creatly improved and so there is quite abit of construction, but none of this will affect your holiday. The works are due to be completed in about 4 years.
You can also check out the offical Blackpool Tourism website. |
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Blackpool Pleasure europes largest amusement park is home to some of the top ten coasters in the world, offering great thrill rides for all the family. |
| From europes tallest rollercoaster the 'Big One' to 'Grand National' one of the oldest wooden twin coasters built in 1937. |
| Blackpool Pleasure Beach is still owned by the 'Thompson Family' and is located at the south end of Blackpool on the promenade. |
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Just two miles from the famous sea-front, the AWARD WINNING Blackpool Zoo provides a home to over 1500 animals from all over the world |
| Dinosaur Safari is the newest attraction taking you on an unforgettable journey back through time to the amazing lost world of the dinosaurs, along with the park’s award winning Gorilla Mountain will give you lots to see in the 32 acres |
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Built in 1894 and standing 528 feet it can only be one thing, the world famous Blackpool Tower. |
| Not only is it just the tower, there is also a play arena called 'Jungle Jims', fantastic circus, ballroom with the magical 'wurlitzer' and the tower top ride to the top where you can do the walk of faith on a glass floor. |
| Located right on the seafront you get a fantastic view from the top |
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Sandcastle Waterworld, the uk 's premier indoor
water park, situated opposite Blackpool Pleasure Beach on the Promenade, they have got bucket loads of water fun in
store and are tops for a fun day out for all the family. |
| New for 2006 are the 'Sidewinder' the only indoor white knuckle sidewinder in the world, and also the 'Master Blaster' the worlds longest indoorrollercoaster water slide. |
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The Sealife Centre is located on the famous 'Golden Mile' just along from the Tower. It has a wealth of sea creatures from around the world. |
| You can walk through the glass tunnel benaeath the sharks, or handle the crabs and star fish in the sea laboratory. |
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The North Pier built in 1863 is the oldest of the 3 piers. It has various amusemnets, Merrie England Bar, Carousel bar and conservatory coffee lounge |
| Central Pier built in 1868 has a 'Big Wheel', end of pier family bar, legends show bar and various amusements and shops. |
South Pier this is the youngest of the piers built in 1893, has some great rides for all ages like the 'crazy mouse' plus more adventureous bungee rides as well as the popular 'laughing donkey' family bar
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Want more ideas on what to do, then here are a few more places to go |
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Delamere Hotel |
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All rooms ensuite, located between south and central piers. |
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Sunnyside Hotel |
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All rooms ensuite, located between south and central piers. Car parking avail |
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Arundel Hotel |
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Promenade location in north Shore, non smoking, all rooms ensuite. |
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Fairmont Hotel |
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Located in North Shore, all rooms ensuite. open for christmas |
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Lyric Hotel |
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Promenade location between south and central piers, all rooms ensuite. |
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Alexandra Hotel |
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Situated between South and Central Piers, just off the promenade. All rooms ensuite |
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Rutlands Hotel |
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Situated in the town centre close for the Winter Gardens. All rooms ensuite |
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