Tag: Events

Tram Line Extension to Blackpool North Train Station

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Blackpool’s new tram extension to Blackpool North railway station, known as the North Station tramway extension, opened in June this year. This extension links the railway station with the existing tram network, making it easier for people to get around town. The tram line starts at the Promenade near North Pier, goes up Talbot Road, and ends at Blackpool North railway station. The extension has new tram stops that fit in with the current transport system. It provides a direct route between the railway station and the Promenade, which benefits both commuters and tourists. This new line improves public transport,… Read more »

Meet The Funders Event

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The first Meet the Funders event was held at the The Fifth Floor, Blackpool Tower’s iconic new venue on Wednesday 27 September 2023. The event was very well attended and open to individuals and organisations from across the Fylde Coast. Blackpool-based artists, arts organisations, community organisations, registered charities, community groups, community interest companies (ClCs), non-profit limited companies by guarantee, social enterprises, churches, community-led charities and not-for-profit organisations were all encouraged to attend. More than 200 delegates from the VCFSE sector gathered at the iconic Blackpool Tower for a series of presentations by some largest grant funding bodies, regionally and nationally. The… Read more »

Fylde Fracking Protests

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Reclaim the Power protesters outside the Cuadrilla Fracking Site on Preston New Road Little Plumpton. Amy Johnson Way, Lockheed Court, Blackpool. 18th August 2014. Protesters from the anti-fracking camp near the site of a proposed drilling rig at Westby, occupy Cuadrilla’s HQ at Lockheed Court in Blackpool, just above the local Chamber of Commerce offices. About 11 protesters have locked themselves inside the offices with scores of demonstrators dancing and singing outside the building.

Winter Gardens

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The Winter Gardens, a prominent entertainment venue in Blackpool, Lancashire, England, features a theatre, ballroom, and conference facilities. Established in 1878, it is a Grade II listed building. The Blackpool Entertainment Company Limited operates it on behalf of Blackpool Council, which acquired the property from Leisure Parcs Ltd in 2010 as part of a £40 million deal. Throughout its history, the Winter Gardens has been the venue for numerous significant events, including the annual Trades Union Congress, the Conservative Party Conference, the Labour Party Conference, and the Liberal Democrat Conference held twice a year. The venue’s management noted that every… Read more »

Blackpool Air Show

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The Blackpool Aviation Week (also known as the Blackpool Aviation Meeting) was an early British air show that took place in Blackpool in October 1909. It was recognised by the Aero Club of Great Britain making it Britain’s first official air show.

Fylde Coast Resilience

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Fylde Coast Resilience is focused on making a difference by bringing the VCFSE, private and public sectors together, providing knowledge, information and support to help businesses and organisations make positive, powerful connections. The launch meeting was on Wednesday 23 November 2022, at Mandus House. Unlike traditional ‘networking’ groups, they don’t make time-consuming presentations that prevent attendees from talking with each other. They don’t expect referrals, set targets or make any demands from attendees. Together they support the community, re-shape business and create sustainable, successful futures for everyone. If this sounds like something you’d like to be a part of, check… Read more »

Odyssey 2024

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The biggest standalone light installation ever created for Blackpool Illuminations has brought a futuristic feel to the famous Golden Mile. Standing at 11 metres high, Odyssey is a spectacular interactive display that has been co-created by international designer Jack Irving in collaboration with a highly-talented team of computer scientists from Lancaster University. The outdoor installation comprises six large-scale towers that are combined with state-of-the-art technology to create an immersive projection show themed on undiscovered creatures lurking in the depths of the deep sea. Odyssey, which has been manufactured at the Blackpool Illuminations Lightworks factory, has taken more than two years to design… Read more »

David Tennant Switches on the Lights

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In 2007, David Tennant came to Blackpool to switch on the Illuminations after having just won the role of Dr Who in the BBC series. Here he takes a break from filming to light up the town. That year, the lights incorporated a Doctor Who display, including monsters from the revived series. As the then star of the show, David Tennant was invited to switch on the display for the massive event on August 31st. Also present was TV personality Dale Winton, who hosted the evening, and Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen, who designed part of the display, while acts performing included Natasha Bedingfield,… Read more »

Blackpool’s Brian London Fights Muhammad Ali

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Brian London, who was originally named Brian Harper and born on 19 June 1934, was a well-regarded heavyweight boxer from Blackpool. Known for his grit and toughness, London made a name for himself in British boxing by winning both the British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles. A significant moment in his career was his fight against Muhammad Ali on 6 August 1966. Brian was nicknamed the “Blackpool Rock” because of his hard and durable nature in the ring. Before taking on Ali, he had already fought other notable opponents like Henry Cooper and Floyd Patterson. However, he was considered the underdog… Read more »

Tram Hits Alan Bradley

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In the storyline, Alan Bradley, an abusive and villainous character in Coronation Street, was relentlessly pursuing his partner, Rita Fairclough, who had fled to Blackpool to escape him. The climax occurs when Alan tracks Rita down and chases her along Blackpool’s famous Promenade. During the chase, Alan recklessly runs onto the tram tracks and is struck by an oncoming tram, resulting in his dramatic death. The filming of the tram crash was meticulously planned, involving close coordination with the Blackpool Transport Authority. The production team obtained special permissions to film on the tram tracks, and the sequence was carefully choreographed… Read more »