Blackpool Graces Christmas Markets With Snow
Snow fell across Blackpool in the early hours of 5 January 2025. By morning, a light covering had settled along the promenade, the beach, and residential streets from North Shore to South Shore. Footage recorded by residents (above) shows snow collecting on attractions, railings and pavements, with the sea remaining active and dark in contrast. Travel continued, though slowly, and most activity was local—people stepping out briefly to document conditions before returning indoors. The timing mattered. Seasonal events, including the Christmas Village and related attractions, had already closed hours earlier. As a result, the snowfall passed without crowds or organised...
Lightpool Festival 2025 Illuminates Blackpool Once More
Lightpool Festival once again proves why it is one of the UK’s most creative seaside destinations. It filled the town with colour, sound and spectacle. Across October’s half-term week, visitors were treated to a dazzling programme of large-scale light installations, live performances, and 3D projection shows that transformed familiar streets and landmarks into radiant works of art. From the Comedy Carpet to the Winter Gardens, each venue offered a new perspective on how light can inspire and connect communities. Completely free to attend, the festival once again demonstrated Blackpool’s ability to combine innovation with accessibility, drawing families, artists and visitors...
Luke Littler’s Glorious Night in Blackpool
Under the bright lights of Blackpool, Luke Littler etched his name into darting history. The teenage phenomenon arrived at the Betfred World Matchplay with expectation heavy on his shoulders — and left with the Phil Taylor Trophy in his grasp and the Triple Crown to his name. Across the week he produced a masterclass in resilience and brilliance. In his opening match he dismantled Ryan Searle with a staggering 109 average. In the quarter-finals he went the distance in a 30-leg battle with Andrew Gilding, holding his nerve to advance. The semi-final brought his finest moment yet — a perfect...
First Ever Fleetwood Community Comicon
Fleetwood Comic Con 2025: A Heroic Success! On Sunday 20th July 2025, Fleetwood's Marine Hall was transformed into a vibrant hub of creativity, imagination, and community spirit as we hosted our very first-ever Fleetwood Comic Con — and it was nothing short of spectacular. From start to finish, the event was packed with energy, colour, and entertainment for all ages. Cosplayers brought the streets to life with dazzling costumes and infectious enthusiasm. Highlights included the ever-popular Cosplay Conga, a thrilling cosplay competition, group meet-ups, and a dedicated repair station that kept everyone’s creations looking sharp. Visitors took part in scavenger...
Lucky B’s Comes to Blackpool
Lucky B's Hot Chicken has expanded to Blackpool, marking their first venture outside of Scotland. The new restaurant, located at 53 Whitegate Drive, was set to open on July 20th 2025, and it did – of a fashion. But customers had to be turned away as the restaurant had some problems with its electrics. The weather was much better the following day and it seemed half of the town was there. There were plenty of staff on hand to keep the food flowing and the customers happy. This expansion of the restaurant franchise has been spearheaded by Ross Fairbairn, a...
Rob Parr’s Come Dine With Us to Open Soon
Rob Parr's healthy eating project, Come Dine With Us at 145 Central Drive in Revoe, Blackpool (one of the UK’s most socially deprived areas) is moving on. He and his team hope to start giving cooking lessons to adults in Revoe to help them transition from ready meals and takeaways to meals with higher nutritional value. There is still plenty of work to do before they can open this Community-run facility, but they are getting closer and closer to opening day. Keep an eye on this post for updates. Rob Parr, Founder in 2025, © Rob Parr Nearly ready to...
Blackpool’s Harry Moulding Wins Britain’s Got Talent
Harry Moulding was born in Blackpool and fell in love with magic when he was just 11 years old. Within a couple of months, he started entering magic competitions and taking home winning trophies! His passion for magic continued to progress over time. When he left school, he joined the cast of the Award-Winning House of Illusion Magic and Mystery Theatre Show in Spain. Since then, he has performed in thousands of sold-out shows, including intimate close-up magic to VIPs and hosting to UK and International audiences. On 31 May 2025 he was crowned the Britain's Got Talent winner after...
VE Day Blackpool – 2025
Councillor Lynn Williams, Leader of Blackpool Council, explains that Thursday 8 May 2025 will mark a significant milestone for the town as it commemorates the 80th anniversary of VE Day. She describes it as a very special day, one that brings the community together to remember the moment in 1945 when victory in Europe was declared and the Second World War in Europe came to an end.
Eddie Dunn Creates Serene Fishing Pond in Bispham
A dad-of-four who underwent a major operation for esophageal cancer is keen to help others after coming through the other side. Eddie Dunn, 64, of Fleetwood, went to Blackpool & the Fylde College and Salford University. He, along with fellow members of the KCA (Kick Cancer’s Arse) Support Group, are working to create a cancer support garden in Bispham. The garden will be a peaceful haven where cancer patients will be able to relax in a peaceful setting. Eddie Dunn is on the up after his cancer battle and wants to help other cancer patients.
The Robinson – £8.2m Restoration to the Stanley Buildings
Stanley Buildings in the heart of Blackpool town centre is in the final stages of a major renovation, with the site soon to reopen as The Robinson, a contemporary business hub named in honour of John Charles Robinson. Robinson, who served as Blackpool Corporation’s chief architect from 1920 to 1944, shaped much of the town’s civic landscape. His designs included libraries, schools, swimming baths, leisure venues and iconic features along the seafront. The Derby Baths, South Shore Open Air Baths, the Technical College on Palatine Road, and the Art deco café, Cricket Pavilion and Golf Clubhouse at Stanley Park are...
Juicy Lobster Comes to Blackpool
Discover the new bright light on Central Drive that is Juicy Lobster Blackpool, where passion for culinary craftsmanship meets the warmth of hospitality. Their story is one of dedication to the art of taste, where each dish is an expression of creativity and attention to detail. Diners can indulge in the robust flavours of their pizza, cooked to perfection, or experience the harmonious blend of ingredients in their exquisite pasta.
Blackpool Set to Open its First Wendy’s Restaurant
After pulling out of the UK in 2000, Wendy's are back! In October 2019, Wendy's announced it was returning to the UK market, which it had served from 1980 to 1986, then again from 1992 to 2000. The first of 20 planned restaurants was due to open in 2020 in Stoke-on-Trent, but it was later announced that the first location would be Reading, Berkshire. The Blackpool site is set to open this spring or summer on the former Viva Vegas Diner's site, close to the Tower. Wendy's are all about serving up fresh food, even if it means going the...
Showzam! is Back in February 2025
SHOWZAM! is back, bringing something magical to Blackpool this February for Half-term. Showzam’s love, magic and mystery returns to Blackpool from 14-22 February. It brings an exciting blend of live performances, incredible illusions, and show-stopping variety to Blackpool. Enjoy cutting-edge street acts, mind-blowing tricks from world-class magicians, and fun-packed entertainment for all the family. The 2025 festival will also feature unique workshops and experiences, including a Grand Theatre heritage tour with afternoon tea, a magic school for budding young magicians, and talks on Blackpool’s history with joke and magic shops. Celebrated magician Paul Zenon will host interactive sessions exploring classic magic... Read more »