Category: 1921

Frank Taylor of Taylor Woodrow

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Taylor Woodrow was created from the work of Frank Taylor and his uncle, Jack Woodrow. Frank was born in Hadfield, near Glossop in Derbyshire in 1905 and started working in the family fruit wholesaling business when they moved to Blackpool. In 1921, at the age of 16, he persuaded his father that he could build a house for the family to live in. Frank borrowed money off his uncle Woodrow and a friendly bank manager and built two houses. One was intended for his father and the other his uncle at 347 and 349 Central Drive, but the family members… Read more »

The Cliffs Hotel

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The Cliffs Hotel occupies a prominent position on Queen’s Promenade in the North Shore area of the town. Built in 1921, the hotel is an impressive example of Baroque-style architecture, featuring a striking combination of red brick and yellow terracotta. Its distinctive gables, adorned with horizontal stripes, add to its architectural charm. Currently owned by Choice Hotels Ltd, the Cliffs offers 160 bedrooms, maintaining its reputation as a significant destination for visitors. In 1936–37, architect Halstead Best undertook a major expansion of the hotel, including the addition of an underground car park. By this time, the property had grown to… Read more »

Regent Cinema Legacy

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Located in the heart of Blackpool Town, The Regent Cinema invites you to come and enjoy a movie experience like no other! Originally opening it doors in 1921, The Regent Cinema boasted 1092 seats and a retractable roof. It proved to be a popular cinema for decades before it was used for bingo during the week in 1969. Rewrite: In 1969 the Cinema went over to part time Bingo use and by August 1973, under Coral’s ownership, Bingo became full time. During its Bingo years several refurbishment took place, including leveling the stalls floor and knocking into the building next door… Read more »