{"id":3351,"date":"2024-08-29T21:06:31","date_gmt":"2024-08-29T21:06:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history\/?p=3351"},"modified":"2025-02-04T16:32:09","modified_gmt":"2025-02-04T16:32:09","slug":"blackpool-amusements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/blackpool-amusements\/","title":{"rendered":"Blackpool Amusements"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Blackpool\u2019s newest family entertainment centre offers fun for all ages, spread across two floors in the iconic former Woolworth\u2019s building, located right next to Blackpool Tower. The vibrant, selfie-friendly d\u00e9cor sets the scene for a great time, while the impressive prize shop and spacious caf\u00e9 on the second floor\u2014offering stunning views of the promenade\u2014make it the perfect spot for both excitement and relaxation.<\/p>\n<p>Unlike traditional arcades, this modern venue is designed with families in mind. Crown Leisure has transformed the space into a bright, welcoming entertainment hub that caters to everyone. This new arcade replaces the former <a href=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/mr-bs-and-golden-mile-amusements\/\">Golden Mile Amusements<\/a>, which the council plans to redevelop as part of an ongoing revitalisation project. In addition to the large coffee shop on the second floor, the centre also features an adults-only area, ensuring there\u2019s something for everyone to enjoy.<\/p>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-3402\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blackpool-Amusemnets-6-1-1024x769.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"680\" height=\"511\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-3397\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blackpool-Amusemnets-5-1024x618.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"680\" height=\"410\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-3398\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blackpool-Amusemnets-3-1024x743.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"680\" height=\"493\" \/><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-3399\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.wearedeeperblue.co.uk\/history-clone\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/Blackpool-Amusemnets-4-1024x769.webp\" alt=\"\" width=\"680\" height=\"511\" \/>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Blackpool\u2019s newest family entertainment centre offers fun for all ages, spread across two floors in the iconic former Woolworth\u2019s building, located right next to Blackpool Tower. 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