Tag: Landmarks

Haven Leisure Limited and Cala Gran in Fleetwood

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Cala Gran Holiday Park in Fleetwood, near Blackpool, is a popular Haven holiday park offering a range of caravan accommodation and amenities. It’s located relatively close to Rossall Beach, which is a dog-friendly beach accessible within a 20-minute walk. Cala Gran provides a variety of facilities including a splash zone, mini market, launderette, and various sports and entertainment options. Caravan holidays at Cala Gran have a great mixture of adventure and relaxation. There’s their family pool, complete with a water slide for the kids, steam room for grown-ups and big action activities including the thrilling Leap of Faith and their… Read more »

The Completion of Rossall Point Tower

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Rossall Point Observation Tower is an observation tower in Fleetwood, Lancashire, England. The four-storey 46-foot-high (14 m) tower was completed in March 2013. It is also used as a beacon and was designed by Studio Three Architects. Located on the sand dunes between Cleveleys and Fleetwood, the tower’s second floor is a base for the National Coastwatch Institution and its top level provides an open observation deck on its top level for the general public and bird watchers. With views over the Lakeland fells out across Morecambe Bay and the Irish Sea, it is part of Wyre Council’s project Sea… Read more »

Blackpool Model Village Opens at Stanley Park with Jimmy Clitheroe

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There are 100’s of creative village scenes that will spark your imagination to life as you wander around their beautiful gardens, along the walkways. Follow the quiz and don’t miss any of them. Marvel at the many hand crafted models and figures that represent life’s rich tapestry and step back in time to those bygone days when life seemed to move at a slower pace, from a Scottish Castle, protected by its ranks of Guardsmen to a tranquil Cornish fishing village. From thatched cottages hidden away and a Tudor village whos diminutive residents enjoy a cricket match on the village… Read more »

Hickory’s Smokehouse Launches in Thornton-Cleveleys

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Hickory’s Smokehouse in Thornton-Cleveleys launched on 22 September 2023. The restaurant opened in the former Iron Horse pub on Fleetwood Road North. It’s described as an American-style BBQ restaurant specializing in Southern-inspired food and drink.

Mecca Bingo Opens on Talbot Road

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The Mecca Bingo on Talbot Road in Blackpool opened in August 2012 after a five-week transformation of a previously dilapidated building. The Mecca Leisure Group has a long history in Blackpool, with its halls being a popular entertainment venue for decades. Bingo, along with seaside resorts, has a strong tradition in Blackpool, with various halls like Empire, Apollo, and Mecca attracting visitors. The Mecca Leisure Group, which includes Mecca Bingo, was established in 1933 with the Mecca Agency Limited.

Farmer Parrs Tractor Shed Bistro, Jumping Pillows, Museum and Animal World

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Farmer Parrs Tractor Shed Bistro is a family owned and run fully licensed restaurant in Fleetwood that opened in 2019. They serve sumptuous breakfasts and elegant lunches – all in a beautiful setting. Light, bright, spacious and stylish. The Tractor Shed Bistro is the perfect location to meet friends and family or to impress business associates. They have also brought back their very popular Sunday Lunches. Tasty roast dinners served from 12pm-3.30pm every Sunday between September and April. But there’s so much more to see and do at Farmer Parrs. They have the fabulous museum called the Fylde Country Life… Read more »

Dorothy Kavanagh’s Busy Doll Shop on Caunce Street

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A shop with living accommodation on the corner of Bucanhan & Caunce Street came up for sale in 1962. Don & Dorothy Kavanagh bought it but it was in a dreadful state. Despite this, they moved in with their two young children Chris and Kathy, and set about renovating it from top to bottom. The shop opened as a general antique shop but it soon became clear that Dorothy loved antique dolls. She spent much of her time buying, selling and learning about dolls and their history. Don dealt more in other items of interest such as art, porcelain &… Read more »

Blackpool WWII Air Raid Shelters

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During World War II, Blackpool had various air raid shelters, including public shelters and domestic shelters. Anderson Shelters were simple, underground shelters built from corrugated steel, designed for individual families. Morrison Shelters were indoor shelters, usually placed in the living room, made of steel and designed to provide protection from shrapnel and falling debris. Some examples are listed below: Winter Gardens had a large shelter where the public could seek refuge. Public shelters were built in various locations to provide protection for larger groups of people. Pillboxes were concrete structures used for defence, found at Blackpool Airport, possibly for defense of… Read more »

Rare Post Box Still Situated at Stanley Park

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Edward VIII post boxes are rare due to his short reign (326 days in 1936) and subsequent abdication. Approximately 161 pillar boxes and a smaller number of other types were produced during his time on the throne. These boxes are now sought after by collectors and enthusiasts of British post box history. They feature Edward VIII’s distinct royal cypher, which is an ornate font with the letters “E” and “R” (Rex/Regina) distinct and separate. The short reign and subsequent abdication led to a limited production of boxes with his cipher. Pillar boxes (type A) are rarer than narrower type B… Read more »

Eddie Dunn Creates Serene Fishing Pond in Bispham

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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. Third party Members of KCA... Read more »