Chippy Chippy Tram Tram! The Blackpool Promenade chippy tram tours that are proving to be huge hit with tourists
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q ui nte ss e nt i al l y B lack pool experience launched by Heritage Trams has proved to be a massive hit with visitors just weeks after launching. The unique seaside tour includes a 75-minute ride in a historic tram along the Promenade whilst enjoying locally sourced fish, chips and mushy peas. The tour is in partnership with The Cottage Fish and Chip Shop, one of the most famous fish and chip shops in Blackpool established in 1920. The traditional seaside meal is freshly prepared and provided on board partway through the experience, meaning guests sit back enjoy a tasty meal whilst enjoying the coastal views. Shane Grindey, marketing and commercial manager for Blackpool Transport said: “Our fish and chips tram tours bring together two iconic parts of a trip to Blackpool and we’re delighted to be able to offer them every Friday until the end of November. “Where else can you enjoy a ride on a vintage tram, with traditional fish and chips and a tour along our famous coastline? You’ll travel along Blackpool’s golden promenade from North Pier to Starr Gate where your chippy tea will be brought to your seat. From there you’ll travel all the
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way north to Little Bispham and return back to North Pier. A ticket includes a full return tour on one of our Heritage Trams along with any of the following food options included in the ticket price: Fish, Chips, mushy peas (optional), soft drink Sausage, Chips, mushy peas (optional), soft drink Steak Pudding, Chips, mushy peas (optional), soft drink Built in 1856, The Cottage has been Blackpool’s most famous Fish & Chip shop since 1920. Whether you take away or join us them in their restaurant, you can enjoy fresh fish and delicious home cut chips, which have been enjoyed by famous faces including Freddie Flintoff, Status Quo, Dawn French, Ricky Tomlinson, Ralph Little and Jennifer Saunders. You never know who may be sitting next to you! How do you team up with local attractions? Email austen@chippychat.co.uk
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