Tag: Hospitality

The Grand Hotel

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The Grand Hotel Blackpool, formerly known as the Blackpool Hilton Hotel, was built in 1982 and remains a prominent establishment in the area. The hotel is located along the coast, offering convenient access to several of Blackpool’s key attractions, including Blackpool Pleasure Beach, the Blackpool Tower, and the Promenade. The hotel provides a range of spacious guest rooms, including options suitable for families with children. Each room is equipped with modern amenities, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests. The property also features a health club with a sauna, offering visitors the opportunity to relax after a day of sightseeing or… Read more »

Blackpool Taco Bell

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Taco Bell has opened its first location in Lancashire with a new drive-thru restaurant in Blackpool. The popular US fast-food chain began serving customers on Rigby Road, near the Central Drive junction, on Thursday, 22 June 2023. This vibrant new eatery offers its signature Mexican-inspired dishes, including tacos and quesadillas, every day from 10:30 am to 11 pm. The two-storey restaurant seats up to 52 guests in its spacious upstairs dining area, while the ground floor features digital self-order kiosks and a reserved table for disabled customers. Taco Bell also plans to introduce a delivery service across Blackpool. The menu… Read more »

Viva Blackpool

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Viva Blackpool has grown from humble beginnings in 2012 into a cornerstone of entertainment in Blackpool, often dubbed the “Vegas of the North West.” Since opening, this vibrant venue has welcomed visitors year-round, employing over 65 team members who all earn a living wage. For over a decade, Viva has captivated audiences with a unique fusion of show-bar excitement, dazzling performances, and a touch of classic glamour. Set on Blackpool’s iconic Golden Mile, they offered a trip back in time to the fabulous era of the 1950’s for a unique and high-quality dining and entertainment experience. Featured classic car fitted… Read more »

Metropole Hotel

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The Metropole Hotel, a striking red-brick building at the northern end of Blackpool’s promenade, began construction in 1776 and officially opened on 14 June 1785. With its beautifully updated Victorian façade and modern amenities, the hotel offers an ideal seaside retreat, featuring breathtaking views across the Irish Sea that set it apart from many other accommodations. Amidst the town’s numerous lodging options, the Metropole Hotel stands out for its exceptional seaside location and competitively priced rooms. As shown in the blue plaque image below, the building wasn’t always called the Metropole. The hotel boasts 223 traditional bedrooms, each equipped with… Read more »

Beach House Bistro Bar

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The Beach House Bistro Bar in Blackpool, located on the iconic promenade at Festival House, has become a beloved venue for both locals and tourists alike since it opened its doors in 2012. Its stylish yet relaxed atmosphere offers a perfect blend of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine and a laid-back seaside vibe. The café is known for its modern design, which combines a chic bohemian flair with contemporary seaside elegance, creating a welcoming space where guests can enjoy delicious meals and drinks while taking in panoramic views of the Irish Sea. The menu at the Beach House is crafted by Executive Chef… Read more »

AFC Fylde at Mill Farm

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Mill Farm Sports Village, situated on the outskirts of Wesham in the Borough of Fylde, Lancashire, England, is a comprehensive multi-sport facility. It features the Mill Farm football stadium, which has been the home of AFC Fylde since 2016, along with several 3G football and hockey pitches. AFC Fylde initially announced plans to relocate from their former ground at Kellamergh Park in Warton to a new site on 19 January 2008. In February 2010, the club revealed plans for a new Community Sports Complex in Wrea Green. However, Fylde Council rejected the planning application in April 2012. On 3 September… Read more »

Talbot Gateway Holiday Inn

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The Holiday Inn at Talbot Gateway in Blackpool is a key feature of the area’s ongoing £350 million regeneration project. This new addition to the town opened in mid-2023 and boasts 144 rooms, making it a modern and centrally located option for both business and leisure travellers. Managed by RBH Hospitality, the hotel is directly connected to Blackpool North train station via a newly constructed underpass and is adjacent to a tram extension linking the town centre to the Blackpool Promenade. This connectivity underscores its role as a hub for visitors arriving in Blackpool. The Holiday Inn also features Marco… Read more »

Village Hotel Opens (Now De Vere)

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The Village Hotel Blackpool, opened in 2021, is part of the Village Hotel Group, a well-established brand known for its modern facilities and vibrant atmosphere. Located in the heart of Blackpool, the hotel provides a convenient and comfortable stay for both business and leisure visitors. It is situated near key attractions like Blackpool Zoo, the seaside promenade, and the iconic Blackpool Tower, making it a great base for exploring the area. The hotel offers a wide range of facilities, including an on-site pub and grill, a Starbucks café, and comprehensive wellness amenities such as an indoor pool, a gym, and… Read more »

Parks Art Deco Cafe

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The Parks Art Deco cafe is frankly stunning. A majestic art deco building set in beautiful Stanley Park, the cafe was built in 1926 and is grade two listed. It is owned by Blackpool council and is fully licensed, although as we went for breakfast we didn’t indulge in the glorious jugs of Pimms they had advertised. There is seating both indoors and outdoors facing the Italian gardens, so wherever you choose to sit you certainly have a room with a view. When I was in Blackpool last month, the local historian Ted Lightbown also took me to the Stanley… Read more »

The Solaris Centre

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Originally built in 1938 as a Winter Garden, the Solaris Centre had deteriorated over the years, becoming a decaying eyesore along the promenade. Thankfully, instead of opting for demolition, Blackpool Council chose to restore the building and commissioned Mellor Architects to revitalise it. The vision was to transform the Solaris into a regional hub for environmental action, where each organisation or company occupying one of its many units would contribute to environmental sustainability in some way, earning the privilege of calling the Solaris their home. For more information about Mellor Architects and their role in this project, click the link… Read more »