About Blackpool

Blackpool is a town and major tourist destination in Lancashire on the North West coast of England. Famous for its Tower, its beaches and its 'Golden Mile', Blackpool is very much the classic British seaside destination. Tourist attractions feature heavily in the town's make up with its Pleasure Beach, Zoo and piers playing host to thousands of visitors every year.Blackpool is very well connected by motorway, rail and has its own International Airport while more local journeys are best taken by bus or on one of Blackpool's famous trams. With a range of theatre, performance and music on offer, Blackpool's theatres are bustling, particularly during the Summer months and the town offers lively nightlife with many clubs, bars and pubs that are popular with tourists and residents alike.

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