Tag: Landmarks

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 »

Eric Wright Makes Bispham Gardens Care Centre Blossom

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Eric Wright Group’s Health and Care division, and Glenholme Healthcare Group announced the establishment of a new joint venture (JV) with the aim of delivering 10-15 new care homes over five years from 2019. The JV focused their development and operating activities in Lancashire, Cumbria, Chester, Greater Manchester and Merseyside. The two partners had worked together to acquire Spiral Health’s interest in Bispham Gardens after Spiral Health fell into administration. Bispham Gardens is for mature and older people with care needs looking to achieve a relaxing lifestyle and retirement. The 52-bed care home with its new 24 room expansion opened… Read more »

Frank Parkinson Founds F Parkinson & Son Ltd

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The company has a rich history dating back to 1934 and has since gained a reputation for delivering high quality construction projects throughout the North of England, operating from its three regional offices in Blackpool, Manchester and York. The company was founded by Frank Parkinson under the name of ‘F Parkinson & Son’ located on Elizabeth Street in Blackpool. The company began as a family-run business, focusing on local construction projects. Over the years, it expanded its operations and expertise, undertaking various refurbishment, extension, and new build schemes. Today, F Parkinson Ltd operates from regional offices in Blackpool, Manchester, and… Read more »

The Robinson – £8.2m Restoration to the Stanley Buildings

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The renovation of Stanley Buildings in Blackpool town centre is nearing completion, transforming previously disused space into a contemporary business centre to be named ‘The Robinson’. The name is inspired by Blackpool Corporation’s former chief architect, John Charles Robinson, who between 1920-1944 designed many of Blackpool’s landmark civic buildings including libraries, schools, swimming baths, leisure facilities and tourist infrastructure. Notable examples of his work include the Derby Baths and South Shore Open Air Baths, the Technical College on Palatine Road, Stanley Park’s Art Deco café, Cricket Club Pavilion and Golf Clubhouse. Several promenade features include the Solarium (now Solaris), the… Read more »

Fleetwood’s Brown & Jackson Becomes Eric Wright Construction

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Brown and Jackson in Fleetwood was founded in 1923, but was purchased in 1979 by Eric Wright, who changed the company name to Eric Wright Construction. This laid the foundation for what is now the Eric Wright Group (EWG). From those early beginnings, the company has been dedicated to developing a culture of excellence across the sectors of: construction, civil engineering, facilities management, water infrastructure and property development. Underpinned by a genuine belief in the value of establishing long-term relationships with partners and clients, the Group’s unique social focus and continued commercial success has also enabled them to consistently expand… Read more »

Highfield Leadership Academy Joins Trust

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Highfield Leadership Academy in Blackpool is a secondary school for pupils aged 11 to 16, with capacity for around 1,200 students. The school became part of Star Academies — a multi-academy trust that operates a range of schools across the country — on 1 April 2016. Since joining the trust, Highfield has focused on fostering a culture of aspiration and self-belief, aiming to raise standards through personalised learning and consistent monitoring of each pupil’s development. The school implements a structured and data-driven approach to education. Each student has an individual learning plan tailored to both challenge and support them in… Read more »

Juicy Lobster Comes to Blackpool

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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.

WWII Pillbox at Fleetwood Road

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Fleetwood, like other coastal areas in the UK, saw the construction of pillboxes during World War II as part of a defensive network against potential invasion. These concrete structures, often with loopholes for firing weapons, were designed to be sturdy guard posts, capable of withstanding small arms fire and grenades. One example in Fleetwood is located on Fleetwood Road, opposite Cala Gran caravan park. There is another pillbox in Salisbury Woodlands at Stanley Park and another at the South Shore Cricket Club. This image clearly shows how the landowner or farmer has chosen to dump a mound of soil behind… Read more »

WWII Pillbox in Salisbury Woodlands at Stanley Park

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Hidden among the trees in Salisbury Woodland Gardens near Stanley Park, just next to Blackpool Zoo, stands a hexagonal concrete pillbox bunker — a relic from one of the most tumultuous periods in modern history. Built in 1940, this reinforced structure was part of Britain’s inland defence network during the Second World War. Though modest in size, it played a crucial role as a lookout post for Stanley Park Municipal Airport, which itself became a key military asset during the war. Originally opened in 1931 as Blackpool’s primary civil airport, Stanley Park Municipal Airport was requisitioned by the Royal Air… Read more »

Opening of St John’s C of E Primary School

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St John’s CE Primary School may appear modern with its striking, award-winning building, but its legacy stretches back over two centuries. Established in 1817, when Blackpool was a small village of around 750 people, the school was born out of a community effort led by John Gisborne. Recognising the lack of educational provision for local children, he gathered subscriptions from residents, friends, and visitors to fund the town’s first free school. The original school building was constructed on Church Street—then known as Poulton Road—and the school has remained on that site ever since, apart from short breaks during rebuilding phases…. Read more »