When To Go

Most of the attractions operate at their fullest in the summer months (from June to September). However, the town is so popular that there is always something happening, even in the depths of winter. As it’s on the coast, Blackpool does benefit from sea breezes – these can either be quite welcoming if it’s a scorching day, or unsightly in the wind and rain!

Top 5 Places To Stay

• New Central Hotel

  This modern hotel is located in the centre of Blackpool, 200m from the Promenade, and 300m from Blackpool Tower. The 47 guestrooms feature modern decor and amenities include televisions, wireless internet access, telephones, and coffee and tea facilities. A half-board rate is also available.

• Hilton Blackpool

  Set directly on the seafront on the North Promenade, this modern eight-floor hotel features a heated indoor pool, sauna and steam room. Roughly one mile from Blackpool Tower and Ballroom, the Hilton has 274 guestrooms decorated in light pastel tones with contemporary light-wood furnishings. Most rooms have sea views and Sony Playstations.

• Sandringham Court Hotel

  This two-floor hotel has 36 modern guestrooms, all with floral bedspreads, tea and coffee making facilities and televisions. In high season, guests are kept entertained by live cabaret acts, karaoke and a disco. Guests of the hotel also benefit from reduced price tickets to Blackpool Tower and the Pleasure Beach, available from reception.

• The Big Blue

  The Big Blue is a striking, modern building situated at the entrance to Blackpool Pleasure Beach, overlooking the sea and amusement park. The hotel features 157 spacious guestrooms, all of which include climate control and DVD players.

• Palm Beach Hotel

  Located on the New South Promenade, the Palm Beach Hotel is set amidst parkland. Guestrooms have traditional decor with adjoining living areas and include coffee/tea making facilities and hospitality trays. It is roughly 250m from the Pleasure Beach, and there is a nightly cabaret with singers and comedians.

Top 5 Things To Do On Your Visit

• The Golden Mile

  A classic seaside promenade, featuring everything from chips to candy floss, circus tricks, an army of slot machines and numerous leisure attractions. It’s easy to spend the entire day on this stretch of coastal path.

• Blackpool Zoo Park

  Home to over 400 animals, including elephants, gorillas, lions and tigers. The park is spread across a massive 32 acres, and there are regular feeding opportunities (for the animals and visitors!).

• Countryside Experience

  A series of walks varying in length and difficulty, the Countryside Experience takes in nature reserves and coastal views. In good weather, it’s perfect – whether you just fancy a stroll or a more challenging walk.

• Blackpool Tower

  Is this the most iconic holiday attraction in Britain (outside of London)? Quite possibly. Blackpool Tower is very much a tongue-in-cheek place, with an emphasis on children’s entertainment and fast food. Nevertheless, it would be churlish to ignore it.

• Sandcastle Waterworld

  With its subtropical temperatures, Sandcastle can prove to be a welcoming break from the harsh English winds outside. There are indoor rollercoaster’s, pirate ships and slides to keep your whole family busy.