Category: 1980

The Opening of Houndshill Shopping Centre

The original Hounds Hill Shopping Centre in Blackpool, which opened in 1980, played a significant role in modernising the town’s retail landscape. Conceived as part of Blackpool’s efforts to upgrade its shopping environment, the centre was designed to address the growing demand for contemporary retail spaces and attract more visitors to the town centre. The planning phase involved consultations with retailers and town planners to ensure that the new centre would complement Blackpool’s existing retail offerings. Houndshill Shopping Centre is an indoor shopping centre and the only one in Blackpool. It’s located in the centre of the town with one… Read more »