What are they building in Blackpool?

It's going to see a major £300m redevelopment as Blackpool Central Indoor Entertainment Park. It will include a new major public square for live events, such as music concerts, light shows, sporting events and markets. Along with that new hotels, restaurants, a food market and this multi-storey car park.

What are the plans to rejuvenate Blackpool?

Plans for Blackpool include new places to shop and eat, new housing, better public transport and more modern, greener streets. Some of the regeneration has already begun, most notably the new tram link between Blackpool North railway station and North Pier, which is set to become operational in 2023.

What is the new car park in Blackpool?

The new Blackpool Central Multi-Storey Car Park is the 'enabling phase' of the major £300m redevelopment of the former Central Railway Station site. For many years it's been a big surface car park. But its redevelopment has begun into the Blackpool Central Indoor Entertainment Park.

Is Blackpool up and coming?

The year 2023 promises to be a huge year for Blackpool with a huge regeneration project set to change the face of the seaside resort for both locals and visitors. The £300m Blackpool Central development is set to bring "world-class visitor attractions" to the Central Station site, just off the world-famous Golden Mile.

What is Blackpool Multiversity?

Blackpool Multiversity (£9 Million)

It will help to address local skills needs, working with local employers and in partnership with Lancaster University. The new multiversity campus has been designed to accommodate up to 3,000 staff and students.

New Paint For Blackpool Tower (1939)

What was Blackpool originally called?

A historic drainage channel running over a peat bog, which discharged discoloured water into the Irish Sea, gave Blackpool its name. This black pool of water was known as 'Le Pull' due to how the peat lands in which the stream ran through discoloured the water. 'Black Poole' eventually evolved into 'Blackpool'.

What's new in Blackpool 2023?

It's being unveiled for the first time in the 2023 Blackpool Illuminations display. Spitfire Island is one of three brand new installations for Blackpool Illuminations 2023. The display starts on September 1 and shines nightly until January 1, 2024.

Why has Blackpool gone into decline?

Like many other UK coastal resorts Blackpool suffered a decline in tourist numbers. This was due to: foreign travel to the Mediterranean growing in popularity in the 1960s and 1970s due to its more reliable hot weather and sandy beaches. the expansion of package holidays and cheaper flights.

Which is the best area to live in Blackpool?

One of the area's best hidden gems

The Fylde area has been recognised as one of 'The Best Places to Live' in a recent Sunday Times guide, with Fylde and Wyre being comprised of many quaint towns and villages. Its historic streets are full of many fashionable independent shops, restaurants and public houses.

What is happening to Central Car Park Blackpool?

From May 2022

Starting Monday 16 May the main access route to Central Car Park via Seasider's Way will be closed to traffic for construction of the new multi-storey car park.

Is parking free in Blackpool?

Central car park in Blackpool town centre is a 24-hour car park offering a short walk to the shopping centre and central promenade where Blackpool's top family attractions are located, including The Blackpool Tower. Prices start from £3.50 for up to 2 hours, £14 for up to 12 hours and £40 for up to a week.

Can I use my blue badge in Blackpool?

Although the Blue Badge scheme is for on-street parking, Blackpool Council also recognise its use within some council run car parks and allow a 3 hour free concession. Badge holders are advised to check individual car park tariff/notice boards for Blue Badge concession details.

What is the new attraction coming to Blackpool?

Showtown Museum - Opening March 2024

Welcome to Showtown, Blackpool's brand new immersive museum of fun and entertainment. Situated on the Golden Mile and in the shadow of The Blackpool Tower, this wonderful attraction captures the spirit of our amazing town.

What is levelling up in Blackpool?

Landmark levelling up funding will ensure delivery of a new Multiversity, a carbon-neutral, education campus in Blackpool's Talbot Gateway Central Business District. £40m funding has been confirmed to deliver new Multiversity education campus in Blackpool!

What happened at Blackpool Tower?

Police have confirmed a "fire" at Blackpool Tower was actually orange netting as renovations take place. Lancashire Police said: "The top of the tower is currently closed for renovation and difficult to access.

Why does Blackpool have a bad reputation?

Rates of violent crime, sexual assault and domestic violence in Blackpool exceed national averages, in part because of the high rates of drug and alcohol abuse in the city: Blackpool has the highest number of alcohol-related deaths and the second highest incidence of opiate and crack cocaine use in Britain.

Is Blackpool the most deprived town in England?

The 2019 Indices of Multiple Deprivation revealed Blackpool was ranked the most deprived area out of 317 districts and unitary authorities in England, when measured by the rank of average LSOA rank and also by two of the other four measures.

Is Blackpool a nice place to live?

Blackpool is a great place to live if you value the sea breeze, the lively buzz of visitors and a close-knit coastal community. From the world-famous Pleasure Beach amusement park to the scenic promenade and bustling markets, Blackpool's town centre is a lively tapestry of entertainment, shopping and dining.

What is on in Blackpool in September 2023?

Who is turning Blackpool lights on 2023?

The famous lights of Blackpool are nowofficially switched-on. Vistors and residents alike will be able to take in the famous Illuminations from September onwards. It will be switched-on by Sophie Ellis-Bextor in 2023 - having been turned on by celebrity designer Laurence Llewlyn-Bowen last year.

Are they moving Blackpool Tower?

Sensational plans have been revealed to relocate Blackpool Tower to Southport. The landmark structure celebrated its 125th anniversary two years ago. But bosses in Blackpool now feel that the time is right to head in a new modern direction, while Southport strengthens its Victorian 'classic resort' image.

Why is it called Blackpool?

The name Blackpool came from a stream called Spen Dyke which carried dark water, discoloured by peat, from Marton Mere to the sea at a point that is now Manchester Square.