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Conferences & Meetings
Photographer Sean Conboy
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Welcome to Blackpool
Welcome to Blackpool Blackpool Conference & Meetings Guide. The guide, the second of our new look publications, will give you an informed and educated view of what Blackpool has to offer to the business traveller.
Images: Le, Winter Gardens Dome. Top right, Tram Shelter on Blackpool Promenade. Both by Sean Conboy
In this guide we hope to take you on a journey, refreshing your views of the UK’s number one seaside destination. The guide includes some traditional, some unusual and some unique venues, no other destination can offer you so much! Our aim is to make your event as memorable as possible – allowing your delegates to remember the event and the purpose of their visit for a little longer than the journey home. If you want to keep it traditional that’s fine, we can help with that or if you’re looking for something a little bit different we can point you in the right direction; bringing a smile to your delegate’s faces doesn’t have to mean a party (although we can party if you want to!) - we can help you add a little bit of Blackpool to a seriously long day. Transporting your guests on a private tram from the venue to the hotel can help, taking them for drinks and fish and chip canapés on board also gives a little taste of the seaside. For the really
adventurous how about a private ride on the Big One at Blackpool Pleasure Beach? If taken in the afternoon break this will surely wake up your group! Whatever your numbers we can help you find a venue to match your needs, we welcome in excess of 50,000 business tourism visitors each year and now, as many of the regeneration projects are nearing completion there really is no better time than to come and let the team show you round. Don’t let your perceptions of Blackpool stop you taking another look, Blackpool welcomes in excess of 14 million leisure visitors per year and the figures are growing annually. The committed team at VisitBlackpool would be delighted to take you on a tour showing you a destination that can offer a product to meet even the most demanding of tastes. For more information call now T: 01235 478207
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What’s inside Features 6-7
Bringing Business Back to Blackpool
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Blackpool Ambassadors Could you have what it takes?
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Unique and Unusual Eating and Drinking Something to suit all tastebuds
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The Blackpool Tower A look into this spectacular landmark and what it has to offer
Images by Sean Conboy: This page, Central Pier. Right page clockwise, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, The Grand Theatre, Festival House, Blackpool Illuminations, Burj al Arab
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High Ropes The new High Ropes adventure is perfect for a team or group day out
The Man behind the Lens The international photographer Sean Conboy tells us what he thinks is so special about his home town
Discover Blackpool’s Heritage
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Venues and Accommodation A selection of some of the best venues, hotels, guest houses and suppliers that can cater for your every need!
Fylde and Wyre
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Our Tourist Information Centre, Wedding Chapel and Social Media Come and visit our stunning Tourist Information Centre or why not get in touch via Social Media?
Only a stones throw from Blackpool, there is so much to do and explore
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Coach Travel and Groups Blackpool is the perfect location for Group and Coach travel, let us tell you why
Not traditionally known for our heritage, take a fresh look at some of the stunning Victorian and Georgian architecture
There is nowhere like Blackpool
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Blackpool is the home of Ballroom and the Winter Gardens is no stranger to the world of dance
Delivering beyond your expectations
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Winter Gardens, Love to Dance
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Map of Resort
How to get around in style
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Blackpool Ambassadors
Contents
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Unique and unusual
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The Man behind the Lens Sean Conboy
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Discover Blackpool’s Heritage
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Coach Travel and Groups
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Get in touch
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Bringing Business back to the Seaside
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Blackpool is still the traditional seaside home to many conferences and events; we welcome just over 50,000 delegates each year, which brings in an income worth in excess of ÂŁ55m per year to the resort.
Bringing Business back to Blackpool
Contrary to some opinions the days of strolling along the promenade in a knotted hanky with a stick of Blackpool Rock and a Kiss Me Quick hat are long gone; this has been the out of date view of many seaside towns and the business tourism team in Blackpool are here to show you how the town has moved forward from this quaint and nostalgic image.
Images by Sean Conboy. Clockwise: Talbot Gateway, Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Festival House
The history of the town is steeped in those fond memories and we have no intention of wiping those memories away, but we are here to show you how the town has evolved, how we have moved into the 21st century with ease and how our venues and hotels are living up to modern day expectations. Let the team change your perception and show you a town ready to take on the challenges of modern day MICE delegates. Blackpool can help make your event a special occasion for delegates and far from becoming a distant memory by the time they return to the office, let them feel inspired, invigorated and most of all enthusiastic about what lies ahead.
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The Blackpool Coast Blackpool, situated between the Fylde and Wyre estuaries has over 6 miles of promenade, which has been the town’s main focus of regeneration. Five headland spaces, a new promenade and the new Spanish steps give visitors a welcome place to sit and enjoy the great views of the Irish Sea. On a clear day (and with excellent eye sight) some say you can see as far as the Isle of Man. The sunsets are truly magnificent and allow you to sit and relax while contemplating the day’s activity.
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Blackpool Ambassador
Blackpool Ambassador Programme Could you have what it takes? The team in Blackpool are continually searching for Ambassadors, can you help? When bidding to bring an event to the resort we’re oen asked if we have an ambassador that can offer an impartial view of how Blackpool could be suitable for a particular event.
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How it works: If you attend events, sit on a committee or you’re a member of an association and would like your event to come to Blackpool we can help. The team can pull together a proposal from one or more venues, help with accommodation, subvention funding (subject to numbers and length of stay) and present all information to the organising body. Often all you have to do as an ambassador is give an impartial view of how you think the event would work coming to Blackpool.
If this is something you think you could do, give us a call and we’ll help you every step of the way, from the initial enquiry through to confirmation and beyond. Together we can help increase the number of business tourism events that choose Blackpool.
Images by Sean Conboy. Le, Central Pier, Right North Pier.
Unique and Unusual You really won’t find anywhere quite like it
Image by Sean Conboy, Blackpool Pleasure Beach
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No other destination offers the choice of unusual and unique venues like Blackpool; from event spaces for 20,000 to intimate meetings for 10 we have a huge selection of venues that will make your event last long in the memory of your delegates.
Impress the board with a meeting at the top of The Blackpool Tower; sit round the table with a few additional guests from Madame Tussauds; enjoy team building events at Blackpool Zoo or the new High Ropes attraction situated at Stanley Park; the list is truly endless and no other destination offers so much unique choice! Even in our most traditional of venues we can help you add a little touch of sparkle, why not host a themed event?
The Golden Mile on Blackpool promenade is a magnet for leisure visitors; you can enjoy some of that seaside sparkle by adding a little magic to your business proceedings. Think about some circus acts to entertain during your coffee or lunch breaks or perhaps a clairvoyant to predict how the sales figures will shape up over the next few years! Add some popcorn and candy floss and wow, you have an event to truly remember.
Blackpool still welcomes a huge range of events and conferences each year. The Royal Pigeon Racing Association Show of the Year brings in excess of 15,000 people, the Royal Air Force Association comes to Blackpool bi-annually, and the North West Labour Party have once again chosen Blackpool as their destination of choice. No other destination can possibly host a range of events, conventions and conferences quite like Blackpool! www.visitblackpool.com/business
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The Comedy Carpet Created by artist Gordon Young, the Comedy Carpet is a celebration of comedy on an extraordinary scale. Referring to the work of more than 1,000 comedians and positioned in front of The Blackpool Tower, the 2,200m2 work of art contains over 160,000 granite letters embedded into concrete, pushing the boundaries of public art and typography to their limits.
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Eating & Drinking
Eating & Drinking Something to suit all tastebuds
Whatever your preference, Blackpool has a wide range of excellent eating and drinking establishments so expect to be spoilt for choice.
Eating out in Blackpool is easy; there’s a great selection of restaurants, bistros and cafés all offering something different, from traditional Italian trattorias to contemporary bistro style dining, to good old fish and chips, the choice is huge. Some of our guests like to make the most of their visit to Blackpool and venture out to our neighbours on the Fylde Coast.
Both St Annes and Lytham have a great selection of restaurants and bars and are only a short drive down the coast road. If you’re looking for a little end of the day relaxation with a pint or perhaps a G&T or intend to party the night away sipping a cocktail or two, there is no better way than sitting by the sea watching the sun set in the distance.
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The Empress Grill Blackpool Winter Gardens has been back in public ownership for a number of years now and the promised refurbishment of “The most magnificent palace of entertainment in the world” is well underway. The refurbishment of the Winter Gardens has included the new Empress Grill, a beautiful restaurant situated in the very heart of the Winter Gardens. Available for private dining, party dining or general opening the restaurant offers a unique space for 75 people. The view down the Floral Hall means delegates don’t even have to leave the building.
Photograph by Martyn Hicks
Cover Feature
Sean Conboy The Man behind the Lens
The conference team was delighted when local boy and renowned international photographer Sean Conboy agreed to feature on the front of our new conference and meetings guide. He is usually firmly fixed behind the lens of his camera and we are thrilled Sean agreed to be the focus of his own images.
Sean’s interest in photography started when his grandfather gave him his Cine Camera and projector at the age of 11, the seed was sown and Sean’s ambition and the foundations to become a professional photographer were firmly fixed in his mind. With the help of his grandfather Sean managed to buy his first Hasselblad camera at the age of 18, that first camera is now on display in Sean’s Blackpool office as a reminder of how it all began. Born in Blackpool and following an education at St Joseph’s Grammar School Sean started his career as a photographers assistant to Mr Norman Butler, Norman encouraged Sean to apply at Blackpool College, the photography course the college offered was the leader in the field and had almost 20 applications for every place – Sean secured his place and so a lifetime of photography began.
This page: The Winter Gardens Blackpool Burj Al Arab Dubia, Blackpool Grand Theatre
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As Sean’s particular interest in architecture and corporate work grew he realised this could take him all over
the world so he worked for a time in Miami but missing England and particularly the North West and with the advancement of communication technology it became clear clients aren’t really concerned with where you are based, just about the quality of the work so Sean made the decision to move back to the Fylde Coast. The great transport links, nearby airports and good quality of life offered a great base to work from. Sean says “My favourite area of work is definitely interior photography, particularly large challenging spaces, having learnt my cra in the era of transparency film I use light to control the scene to my advantage, so the picture is captured in the camera rather than being fixed later in photo shop. This allows me to use my Broncolor flash lighting system to create mood, depth and interest in the spaces. Some Blackpool interiors such as The Tower Ballroom, The Grand Theatre and Winter Gardens can be very challenging to photograph but at the same time can lead to some stunning images. Over the years I have been an ambassador for
both Hasselblad and Broncolor leading workshops and presentations around the world to fellow professional photographers. The Blackpool images I show oen receive the most interest and questions, in fact at talks in London many UK photographers don’t even realise these spaces are in the UK! When they hear it’s Blackpool they’re usually amazed”.
Sean has recently updated his website (designed by 2ammedia.co.uk), and the reaction he’s received to some of the images on the site has left him in no doubt that high quality photography is vital to changing the perception people have of a destination. Sean says “A good photographer can capture the location in its best light and give people a reason to visit, whether that is for business, pleasure of both. Blackpool conference venues really stand out in the uniqueness of the interior spaces, aer a recent talk in London I was approached by a Russian who wanted to buy a framed copy of my Tower Ballroom image, this chap was from St Petersburg which has some of the best ornate interiors in the world – but it doesn’t have the Tower Ballroom! Which he felt was the best ballroom in the world. When my clients and students see the Winter Gardens Baronial and Spanish Suite they love the images and want to know where they are, they have a certain kitsch charm and are absolutely unique.” Sean was delighted and honoured this year to receive a Direct Honorary Fellowship of the Royal Photographic Society. This is one of the oldest and most prestigious photographic societies in the world. Founded by Sir Henry Fox Talbot, one of the inventors of photography – the patron of the society is Her Majesty the Queen. Recipients have to be invited to be put forward for a Direct Honorary Fellowship and only one or two are awarded each year.
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This page: Clockwise from top le: The Winter Gardens Blackpool, Burj Al Arab Dubai (twice), Sunborn Ocean Village Gibraltar, The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, The Comedy Carpet Blackpool, Sunborn Marine, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Sean Conboy in the Winter Gardens Blackpool’s Renaissance Room, seen through the doors of the Boronial Hall
The Blackpool tower
The Blackpool Tower Meetings for everyone
Whatever your age the Blackpool meeting room offer is undeniably unique, with a selection of venues to excite even the most seasoned of traveller.
If the height and the lift make heading to the top seem a little daunting, The Blackpool Tower has a number of other areas within the building that are truly mesmerising; The Blackpool Tower Circus is the ideal venue for events requiring a 360 degree audience setting, seating for 1300 people makes this venue ideal for larger events, product launches or concerts. The Blackpool Tower Ballroom, a beautiful venue for presentations, gala dinners and awards ceremonies can seat up to 750 people. The Ballroom has in recent years become very popular with a new audience of Strictly Come Dancing fans. The Blackpool Tower has been taken over each Strictly season for a live show allowing the beauty of the ballroom to be seen by a whole new audience.
Even the competing celebrities can’t wait to get to Blackpool, seen as the high point of the annual competition everybody wants to ‘get to Blackpool’ Hosting a meeting or an event or even a drinks reception at the very top of The Blackpool Tower is a thrill whatever age bracket you fall into. Blackpool’s traditional conference offer has changed and we need to show you how Blackpool’s now ready for the traveller of the 21st century, with a host of unique venues unlike anywhere else in the country. We can be sure you’ll find something to fit the bill!
Images Le: The Blackpool Tower by Sean Conboy. This Page, The Blackpool Tower Circus Arena
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The Blackpool Tower Ballroom Dating back to 1894, The Blackpool Tower Ballroom is world famous for its unique sprung dance oor and spectacular architecture and remains to this day a destination for dance fans from across the globe. Not only a magnet for dancers, The Tower Ballroom also welcomes awards ceremonies, gala dinners, conference dinners and team building events.
Photograph by Sean Conboy
Winter Gardens Blackpool
Winter Gardens Blackpool Love to Dance Dancing has been at the heart of Blackpool’s events calendar since the early 1900’s The Winter Gardens hosts one of the most popular dance events in the annual dance calendar. The Blackpool Dance Festival hosts up to 5000 people over 10 days each May, bringing in dancers from all over the world with a huge number travelling from China, Japan Germany, Italy and the USA. In the early days there were only three sequence dances included in the competition, these days there are all types of dancing including ballroom, sequence, modern and latin American. The competitions are of course the main event but these days an exhibition and retail sales also take up a vast part of the Winter Gardens. Dresses are the main focus with a huge amount of sequins feathers and tulle on display.
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Photograph by Martyn Hicks
Discover Blackpool’s Heritage Previously a well kept secret, but did you know Blackpool is home to some of the most impressive Victorian and Georgian architecture in the world – and there’s plenty of opportunity to get up close
1 Winter Gardens Blackpool The magnificent palace of amusement that is the Winter Gardens is full of hidden gems and surprising areas, some not usually open to the general public are ready for exploration on a heritage tour! The building has recently enjoyed a £2m refurbishment to the main public interior spaces, with further investment planned. For more information T: 01253 478222
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The Blackpool Tower
In 1889 the Mayor of Blackpool, John Bickerstaffe visited the Great Exhibition in Paris and was impressed with their newly constructed Tower! He brought the idea home to Blackpool but added a full entertainment complex in the base.
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Culture and Heritage
3 Blackpool Illuminations The greatest free light show on earth has been a major part of Blackpool’s attractions since 1879 when they were described as ‘Artificial Sunshine’ and they now employ some of the latest technology going. Images by Sean Conboy
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The Grand Theatre Take a tour of the glorious Grand Theatre, following in the footsteps of renowned architect Frank Matcham. Hear about the theatre’s long and lively history with a backstage and front of house tour. For more information T: 01253 478222 Images by Sean Conboy
5 Stanley Park This Grade II listed park, created in 1926, recently underwent major restoration and has been described as the jewel in Blackpool’s crown. Take a stroll around this beautiful park in the company of one of our heritage guides and top off the visit with a coffee in the café – one of England’s finest examples of Art Deco design. For more information T: 01253 478222 www.visitblackpool.com/business
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The Grand Theatre The Grand Theatre was opened on July 23, 1894, by Thomas Sergenson. This stunning theatre, designed by Frank Matcham, is situated in the heart of Blackpool.
Photograph by Sean Conboy
High Ropes
High Ropes Join the outdoor Revolution The Blackpool High Ropes course situated in Stanley Park is fun, physical and perfect for team building exercises, educational trips, birthday parties and even just a fun day out. The High Ropes adventure is perfect for a team or group day out. Blackpool’s latest attraction can organise challenges to suit all your requirements, tailor bespoke packages and arrange full or half days. Fearless participants face challenges from flying down a zip wire and scaling a rock climbing wall, to traversing swinging tyres, a series of challenging bridges and obstacles plus an exciting “leap of faith”. This will certainly test your physical and mental agility, navigational skills and fearlessness. Can you undertake the ultimate challenge? To book or for more information T: 01253 478474 or visit www.blackpool.co.uk
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Fylde and Wyre Just a stones throw from Blackpool shores you will find Fylde and Wyre. Both of which have so much to offer whether it be stunning views or a relaxing drink.
Fylde Relax and watch the world go by
Just to the south of Blackpool sits the area of Fylde, offering a great alternative to the hustle and bustle of Blackpool and its attractions. Lytham, St Annes by the Sea and all the beautiful villages in the surrounding area offer a slower pace to those looking for a little relaxation.
Lytham has some great places to just sit and watch the world go by. Sip on a glass of wine in the main square and watch the sun set over the estuary. The town has a very cosmopolitan feel with a vibrant selection of bars and restaurants. If shopping’s more your choice of relaxation there’s a great selection of small specialist shops offering everything including gifts, specialist food shops, a department store to an artisan bakery. Sandwiched in between Blackpool and Lytham, St Annes on Sea not only has a great mix of bars and restaurants but also has a lovely pier, stretching out into the Irish Sea. If you’re looking for a little sport and golf is your method of relaxation the surrounding area boasts some of the region’s best golf courses. Try your luck at Royal Lytham and St Annes Golf Club, treading the same course as 2012 championship winner Ernie Els.
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Wyre For stunning views, look no further
Images Le page: from clockwise: Lytham Windmill, Lytham town centre, Wrea Green. This Page, Kitcham Hill, Ribble Valley
To the north of Blackpool lies the area of Wyre, situated between the Irish Sea and the Forest of Bowland, Wyre offers some of the most beautiful and varied coastline in the country including award winning beaches and amazing views over Morecambe Bay.
The Victorian splendour of Fleetwood is a real treasure and we’re sure you’ll love the traditional charm on offer. Make your way to the seafront and enjoy the amazing views or alternatively take a look at Marine Hall; set in its own gardens this prominent art-deco building has been the centre of entertainment for many years and offers a year round programme of shows and concerts for all. If you prefer a little shopping you need to add a trip to Freeport Fleetwood Outlet Village to the itinerary; this shopper’s paradise is the perfect place to pick up a bargain, have a spot of lunch and take a look at the boats in the marina. Fleetwood has a great history of fishing and the town’s two museums are a real treasure trove of information, packed with maritime history and treacherous tales.
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Royal Lytham & St Annes Golf Club It is one of the premier links courses in the world, host to ten Open Championships, two Ryder Cups and numerous other major tournaments including the Women's and Seniors’ Open Championships.
A to B and all the bits in between We’ve made it really easy to get around in Blackpool whether you’re travelling from the train station to your hotel or from the hotel to the conference venue. Wherever your final destination may be there’s always an easy option available for you. If you arrive by train local taxis will be available outside the station to move guests to the venue of choice. Whatever time your delegates choose to arrive there will be plenty of transport to assist. If delegates are arriving in large numbers we can arrange for dedicated bus or coach transport from the station to any of our venues or hotels. Alternatively, a short walk to the promenade offers the option of using the new tramway service. This is the perfect way to commute along Blackpool’s promenade; whether your accommodation is North or South the new style Bombardier trams will make sure everybody arrives stress and hassle free. The promenade route has been totally transformed in recent years; with over £100m worth of investment the tramway has been a key part of Blackpool promenade’s regeneration plan.
The team at VisitBlackpool can negotiate transport tickets for your visitors, making sure all they have to think about is getting on and getting off! If the modern style isn’t your preference and you’d prefer an older style heritage tram we can help sort that for you. Perhaps you’d like to take your guests on a private hire heritage tram on the way to a dinner venue. This would be the ideal way to impress your guests and at the same time enjoy reception drinks and canapés on route, or alternatively if it’s a more relaxed evening take a tram ride and at the same time treat your delegates to a traditional seaside supper of fish and chips. Blackpool Transport has recently welcomed a fleet of new Mercedes Citaro buses; all are 12 metre 1 door full low floor throughout with the latest fuel and energy efficient Euro 6 engines. Trimmed in E Leather with wood effect flooring and free WiFi and mobile charging points for customers, these new buses will offer a modern alternative to travel around Blackpool. Photograph by Sean Conboy
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Getting around Blackpool
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Blackpool has been welcoming groups since the early days of mass travel and is on-hand to help and advise whatever the request, whether you are visiting for just a day or making the most of the resort by staying longer. Our team can assist in building and developing the perfect package for your group or tour.
Groups and Coach Tours
Illuminations Tours
Whether you are planning a short break, tour programme or visiting for a day, you will find a wealth of exciting events, thrilling attractions and lots of activities to keep your group occupied day or night.
No group travelling to Blackpool in the autumn could miss the unique experience of Blackpool Illuminations. Coach operators can book specialist Blackpool Illumination guides for their passengers. Contact Steven Deakin on 01253 477150 for more information.
Blackpool has a high regard for the Coach & Group Industry and the valuable business it brings into the resort and we hope that by working together we can help you make the most of your time in Blackpool and the surrounding areas.
Heritage Tours Come with us, step back in time and enjoy our guided tours of two great Blackpool heritage sites – The Winter Gardens with its sparkling entertainment history and architectural beauty and Stanley Park with its blend of landscape design, historical buildings, and stunning gardens. Be engaged, enthralled and entertained by our expert, fully trained and knowledgeable guides.
The whole of the North West region is steeped in charm, character and history and Blackpool forms the perfect base for exploring a wealth of activities to inspire you. From the beauty of the Lakeland or Bowland countryside, to the hustle and bustle of nearby cities such as Liverpool or Manchester, everything is within easy reach and drive times of around one hour.
Groups With a host of awards from group travel organisers, Blackpool has earned a reputation as a friendly, value-for-money destination well placed to accommodate groups of any size. Here you can find some suggestions of what to see and do whatever the groups’ interest.
School Groups
Images le page: Illuminasia. This page f rom clockwise: Blackpool Illuminations, Betham Tower Manchester, Stanley Park (all Sean Conboy), Blackpool Zoo
School groups can take advantage of special education ticket offers at Blackpool Zoo, The Blackpool Tower, which includes eight amazing attractions in the resort, Sandcastle Waterpark and Blackpool Pleasure Beach. All these great attractions offer presentations tailored to the required key stages and subject requirements.
Guides and Tickets For information on group discounts and rates at the various attractions, you can call the Tourist Information Centre on (01253) 478222 or email groups@visitblackpool.com. Tour Guides can be booked by contacting the Tourist Information Centre on (01253) 478222. Private tours are also available subject to dates and availability.
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Stay in touch
Tourist Information Centre During your visit to resort take a look at our new Tourist Information Centre, now situated on the Promenade, adjacent to The Tower Festival Headland.
The new state of the art building has a brand new restaurant for you to enjoy the sea and promenade views and incorporates our VisitBlackpool shop. Discover up to the minute information on attractions, shows and events. Purchase the Resort Pass (one mighty ticket for a number of attractions and venues) book show tickets, ask about eating out or just take a look at the BPL merchandise that’s on sale, providing ideal presents to take back home. Jubilee Tourist Information Centre Festival House, Promenade, Blackpool. FY1 1AP T: (01253) 478222 E: information@visitblackpool.com www.visitblackpoolshop.co.uk
Wedding Chapel Blackpool’s very own wedding chapel is situated in the heart of the promenade built to offer a unique and direct view of The Blackpool Tower while the bride and groom say “I do”. Images Le page: Festival House by sean Conboy. This page: Bride and Groom by James Jebson Photography. Festival House and Comedy Carpet image by Sean Conboy
The Chapel offers three separate spaces, one smaller intimate space for those wanting a quiet gathering, and two larger
spaces for bigger parties. If you’d like to hear more about what the chapel can offer you can contact them direct. Festival House, The Promenade, Blackpool Lancashire FY1 1AP T: (01253) 477177 E: ceremonies@blackpool.gov.uk www.theweddingchapelblackpool.com
Social Media For the latest news on what’s going on in the resort, straight to your phone or laptop, visit the website at www.visitblackpool.com Here you’ll find plenty of information on where to go, what to do and when things are happening. You can also find us on Facebook, just search for I love Blackpool and click ‘like’. The page has all the latest info as well as the opportunity to enter competitions to win anything from tickets for attractions and events across resort to money can’t buy experiences. If you love to tweet why not follow us on Twitter, you never know you might even get a follow back! We can be found @visitBlackpool and @Bpl_conference
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Welcome to Venues
Why choose Blackpool? Have you not heard - Blackpool’s Back!
Blackpool has an unlimited number of venues, hotels and meeting spaces able to offer our clients a top notch service. We feel Blackpool is once again ready to meet the needs of the most discerning of organisers.
The regeneration of the resort and our huge visitor numbers are something of which we are really proud of. We regularly exceed the visitor numbers of many major city destinations. Blackpool welcomes in excess of 14m visitors per year. If you have a fond memory of visiting Blackpool as a child we guarantee you won’t recognise the town now, give the team the opportunity to show you round – take another look at a resort ready to welcome a new generation of business visitor.
Contact the team for an informal chat about what your business needs are and let us help you make the most of your time outside of the office, don’t let your perception of what Blackpool can offer get in the way, we guarantee we can go above and beyond your expectations! Whether you’re looking for traditional, green or high spec we know we have something for all, remember BLACKPOOL’S BACK! www.visitblackpool.com/business T: 01253 478207 E: conferences@visitblackpool.com
Images Le page: The Blackpool Tower Ballroom by Sean Conboy. This page, The Hilton Blackpool and The Winter Gardens Floral Hall by Sean Conboy.
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Ribby Hall Village • 15 Conference and Banqueting Suites • Unique Tree House for up to 12 delegates • Complimentary on-site parking • Free WiFi Ribby Hall Village’s unique and modern business venue is situated between Blackpool and Preston, a 10-minute drive from the M6. The purpose-built conference and banqueting venue is truly first class. A unique Tree House is one of the 15 suites available for conferences and boardroom meetings, ideal for fresh, creative thinking. With complimentary on-site parking and WiFi, three types of luxury accommodation, restaurants and bars, there’s plenty to please your delegates! You can add an exciting activity to your conference, such as Segway or Archery too! There are a variety of rooms to suit your conference needs and every event is guaranteed the support of our dedicated conference and events team, it really is the perfect venue.
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Ribby Hall Village Ribby Road, Wrea Green, PR4 2PR Sales Contact: Heather Corcoran-Smith Title: Conference Office Manager Conference Contact: business@ribbyhall.co.uk Title: Conference Co-ordinator Tel: 01772 685858 Fax: 01772 685857 Email: business@ribbyhall.co.uk Website: www.ribbyhall.co.uk Rating VisitEngland: 5-Star Hotel
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The Blackpool Tower • Unique – there is only one Blackpool Tower • Versatile – The Blackpool Tower can cater for any event from 50 to 2,500 people • The Blackpool Tower has been arranging events for more than a century and can cater for most requirements Since The Blackpool Tower first opened its doors to the public on 13 May 1894, with an amazing 3,000 customers taking their first ride to the top of The Blackpool Tower at a cost of sixpence, it has played host to a huge array of amazing events and conferences. The jewel in the crown of The Blackpool Tower’s conference and events facilities, is the simply stunning Blackpool Tower Ballroom which is both magnificent and versatile. From catering for intimate gatherings and product launches for 50 people to awe-inspiring gala dinners for 600 people, conferences and wedding receptions for 2000 people, there really is nothing in the North West of England that can compare to the refined elegance and traditional charm that the Ballroom offers. For conferences and events with a difference. The Blackpool Tower Circus nestles among the legs of the famous Blackpool Tower and can seat up to 1300 people theatre style catering for all types of conference programmes. A special Circus show can be arranged to entertain your guests at lunchtime or at the end of the day and Circus Skills Training is a great team building exercise.
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The Blackpool Tower & Circus Promenade, Blackpool. FY1 4BJ Sales & Conference Contact: Natalie Cliff Title: Sales Manager Tel: 01253 629206 Email: Natalie.cliff@merlinentertainments.biz Web: www.theblackpooltower.co.uk www.visitblackpool.com/business
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Blackpool Pleasure Beach • Mixing Business with Pleasure • Bespoke created Events • Innovative and imaginative approach to Events and Event Management Quality comes as standard with all Pleasure Beach functions and events, but sometimes you need more than just quality to create a memorable occasion. Set amongst 125 rides and attractions, all venues are fully equipped with everything needed for conferences, meetings, gala dinners, exhibitions and special events as well as the tools and expertise to provide that something different and unique to set your event apart. Contact the friendly and creative corporate department to discuss how to take advantage of the long list of entertainment, activities and facilities Pleasure Beach has to offer that can really enhance your event the only limitation is your imagination
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Casino Building Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Blackpool. FY4 1EZ Sales Contact: Mark Wilkins or Leigh Walker Title: Corporate Sales and Events Team Tel: 01253 336346 Email: corporatesales@bpbltd.com Website: www.blackpoolvenuehire.com
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Blackpool Football Club • Great value for money • Unique venue steeped in history • All in one venue With its very own 72 bedroom hotel, Blackpool Football Club can accommodate over 800 delegates in a wide selection of meetings rooms, most of which have views overlooking the famous pitch. As well as the function rooms listed, the club can also boast some 26 syndicate rooms that can hold up to 12 people boardroom style. The range of rooms enables organisers to choose facilities which will best compliment any event, whether the brief is based on room size, location, privacy or budget. We can offer very competitive day delegate and 24 hour delegate rates and also offer our award winning restaurant, Rowley’s @ BFC with its great atmosphere and delicious English twist menu. The venue is also licenced for weddings and is the perfect venue for any kind of dinner, party or celebration.
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The stadium has easy access to both motorway and rail links and has complimentary car parking and WiFi.
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Blackpool Football Club Bloomfield Road, Blackpool. FY1 6JJ Sales Contact: Lina Sefere Title: Business Development Manager Tel: 01253 401953 Option 2 Email: hospitality@blackpoolfc.co.uk
Accommodation Booking Service Your delegates oen don’t know the destination so to ensure they make the correct choices we can offer you our online accommodation booking service.
Our online booking service includes arranging allocations at the hotels of your choice, hosting site visits, negotiating rates and handling individual visitor requests. Our service to you can include an online welcome page from you to your delegates, with a brief outline of what’s happening during your stay in resort. We can provide rooming lists for each hotel, manage and monitor bookings, ensuring you have a full and complete picture of how many delegates have booked and where they are staying.
Delegates are able to book direct with the accommodation provider of their choice and the team here at VisitBlackpool can assist with amends, cancellations or individuals requests all from one ‘click’ or call. To book or enquire about venues or accommodation please contact: E: mandy@visitblackpool.com or conferences@visitblackpool.com www.visitblackpool.com/business T: 01253 478216
Hilton Blackpool • Seafront location, 15-minute walk from the town centre • Purpose built conference facilities with tailor-made packages upon request • Over 300 car parking spaces available The Hilton Blackpool has a prime location situated on the seafront on the famous Promenade overlooking the Irish Sea With 274 bedrooms (majority with sea views),11 air conditioned, purpose-built conference rooms in four flexible suites, we offer excellent options for all meetings and events with dedicated Event Managers and support teams on hand to ensure your meeting is productive and hassle free. Take advantage of the quality facilities and professional services in each of our purpose built meeting rooms, catering for 10 to 800 delegates. The Royal Suite is one of the most prestigious venues in the area. This pillar-free room is ideal for private and corporate events and can be split into two smaller suites for more intimate gatherings.
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Hilton Blackpool North Promenade, Blackpool. FY1 2JQ Conference Contact: Julie Vincent Tel: 01253 627977 Fax: 01253 294371 Email: events.blackpool@hilton.com Website: www.blackpool.hilton.com Rating: VisitEngland Quality Accredited Hotel
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The Kings • Next to Blackpool Pleasure Beach • Free on-site parking • Modern rooms with modern service Paul & Tina provide a warm welcome at The Kings on Blackpool’s more family orientated New South Promenade. The Kings is rated 4 star by VisitEngland and situated almost in the shadow of the Pepsi Max, “the Big One” at the Blackpool Pleasure Beach, just along from the Big Blue The Kings has modern en-suite bedrooms, some with panoramic views across the promenade. All rooms come with complimentary towels, toiletries, free WiFi, tea/coffee facilities, flat screen TVs and hairdryers. The Kings has a well-stocked bar with a 55 inch flat screen LCD TV showing all BT and Sky Sports channels, games machines and a retro arcade game. The Kings offers free parking spaces on the hotel forecourt, with tram and bus stops opposite running every few minutes.
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The Kings 553 New South Promenade, Blackpool. FY4 1NF Conference Contact: Paul White Tel: 01253 341442 Fax: 01253 200366 Email: mail@kingshotelblackpool.co.uk Website: www.kingshotelblackpool.co.uk Rating: VisitEngland 4 Star Guest Accommodation
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Imperial Hotel • 14 Meeting rooms, the largest seating 600 Theatre style • 180 Bedrooms, beautiful sea view restaurant and our famous No 10 Bar • 150 Car parking spaces The Imperial Hotel is the most prestigious and well known hotel in Blackpool. This stunning Victorian hotel is situated on North Promenade within walking distance of Blackpool North train station and with spectacular views of the seafront. Only minutes from all the local attractions. 180 en-suite bedrooms, including nine suites and 14 flexible meeting rooms, make the hotel a first choice conference venue with WiFi and parking included. Full leisure facilities including pool are available for all guests use. The Imperial Hotel prides itself on attention to all customer needs and a quality of service which is second to none. Imperial Hotel North Promenade, Blackpool, FY1 2HB
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Tel: 01253 623971 Fax: 01253 751784 Conference Contact: Caroline Richardson Title: Sales Manager Email: blackpoolimperialevents@thehotelcollection.co.uk Website: www.thehotelcollection.co.uk Rating: AA 4-Star Hotel
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Tel: 01253 595559 Fax: 01253 500394 Conference Contact: Victoria Nelder Title: Choice Manager Email: victorianelder@choicehotels.co.uk Website: www.choicehotels.co.uk Rating: AA 2 Star Hotel
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Cliffs Hotel • Friendly and professional service • Large conference suite with built in projector and screen • Conference facility available with air conditioning and natural lighting An imposing early century building on the renowned Queens Promenade, the Cliffs offers superb accommodation and exceptional value for money. Its fine range of facilities, from the swimming pool, leisure centre with cardio-vascular gym and free weights gym to the Café Bar, cabaret room and conference suites make it the ideal venue for both family holidays and business travellers alike. Free WiFi available.
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Sutcliffe Hotel • Excellent proximity to conference facilities and town centre • Quality VisitEngland 2 star hotel • Flexible mealtimes for delegates, dancers and competitors Well-appointed non-smoking, en-suite bedrooms with hospitality tray, hairdryer and LCD TV. Passenger lift services all floors. Night Porter service. Buffet style breakfasts and four course evening dinners. Well stocked bar lounge for relaxing after a long day. Professional with a personal touch.
Sutcliffe Hotel 70-72 Albert Road, Blackpool, FY1 4PR Tel: 01253 620781 Fax: 01253 290919 Sales Contact: M Topping Title: Manager Conference Contact: J Barton Title: Assistant Manager Email: bookings@sutcliffehotel.co.uk Website: www.sutcliffehotel.co.uk Rating: VisitEngland 2 Star Hotel
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The Arabella • Clean and friendly • Home-cooked food. All diets catered for • Free WiFi. Free parking on-site The Arabella is a family and friendly run Guest House with a licensed bar. All home-cooking with a choice of menu. All rooms are en-suite, with remote TVs, iron and ironing boards, tea & coffee, free safes, central heating, and serviced on a daily basis. We are near to the theatres, shops, Winter Gardens and The Blackpool Tower. Free WiFi and also free parking which is part of our Guest House.
The Arabella 102 Albert Road, Blackpool, FY1 4PR Tel: 01253 623189 Conference Contact: Diane or Graham Waters Email: info@thearabella.co.uk Website: www.thearabella.co.uk Rating: VisitEngland 4 Star Guest House
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Raffles • Four superior apartments • Five minute’s walk from the Winter Gardens and the Blackpool Tower • Licensed bar and free WiFi All rooms en-suite including single and ground floor rooms, licensed bar. Everything provided for a very comfortable stay. Listed in the Good Hotel Guide for the past 15 years. Excellent central location, five minutes from the Winter Gardens, shops, theatres, The Blackpool Tower, and promenade. Perfect for conference delegates. English Tourist Council 4 star silver. Car park on-site. Free WiFi. 17 bedrooms, plus four one bedroom superior apartments sleeping up to four people and traditional English tearooms. Raffles 73-77 Hornby Road, Blackpool, FY1 4QJ
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Adelaide House 66–68 Adelaide Street, Blackpool, FY1 4LA
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Tel: 01253 625172 Contact: Caryn Dickson Email: info@adelaidehousehotel.com Website: www.adelaidehousehotel.com Rating: VisitEngland 3 Star Guest Accommodation
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Tel: 01253 294713 Fax: 01253 294240 Conference Contact: Ian Balnforth Title: Owner/Manager Email: enquiries@raffleshotelblackpool.co.uk Website: www.raffleshotelblackpool.co.uk Rating: VisitEngland 4 Star Silver Guest Accommodation VisitEngland Breakfast Award
Adelaide House • Closest establishment to Winter Gardens Conference Centre • Warm, welcoming, friendly and family-run • Three star high standard of cleanliness and catering Friendly, family-run establishment directly opposite the Winter Gardens and in the centre of town. Our excellent reputation has been built over the last 40 years. One-minute walk to the Winter Gardens, theatres, The Blackpool Tower and shopping centre. Our modern bedrooms are all en-suite have flatscreen TV with freeview, tea and coffee making facilities and hairdryers. With our bar and comfortable lounges we offer a home from home experience for conference delegates. Free WiFi
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Rossdene House • Open throughout the year • Licensed • Flexible breakfast time to suit business and visitors Eight bedrooms all en-suite. Close to the Hilton Hotel. Free WiFi. Licensed bar. Close to all public transport including trams. Working areas/desk space in all rooms. Luggage storage available. Early check-in possible – subject to availability.
Rossdene House 12 Gynn Avenue, Blackpool. FY1 2LD
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Tel: 01253 351714 Contact: Mr William Scott Email: info@rossdenehouse.com Website: www.rossdene.co.uk Rating: VisitEngland 4 Star Silver Guest Accommodation
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The Windsor Carlton 6 Warley Road, Blackpool. FY1 2JU
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The Windsor Carlton • All rooms en-suite with attention to detail • Friendly service, bar and freshly cooked breakfast • North Shore close to station & town centre The Windsor Carlton is a 4 star Silver 10 bedroomed/en-suite Guest Accommodation. Ideally placed in a quiet area on the North Shore, set just off the promenade adjacent to the Hilton and close to the town centre. Flat screen TVs and mod cons in all rooms. Wide choice of freshly cooked breakfast to order. Free WiFi.
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To book or enquire about venues or accommodation please contact: If you’re organising a conference and need to move your delegates, look no further. Jackson’s Coaches Blackpool can help with the logistics of moving large numbers from one place to another in comfort and can provide vehicles of varying seating capacities. Your conference delegates can be assured of excellent customer service by our experience and courteous drivers.
Tel: 01253 792222 Email: jacksonscoaches@btconnect.com www.jacksonscoachesblackpool.co.uk Please contact our office where our experienced team can give you advice on planning itineraries, routes and travelling times.
Mandy Tythe-McCallum Tourism Manager VisitBlackpool, Second Floor Number One, Bickerstaffe Square Talbot Road, Blackpool Lancashire, FY1 3AH E: mandy@visitblackpool.com or conferences@visitblackpool.com www.visitblackpool.com/business T: 01253 478216
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To be accredited or not to be accredited To ensure your stay in Blackpool is exactly what you want it to be we would encourage all our guests to look for the quality assessment signs before you choose an accommodation provider.
All of the accommodation providers in our guide have been independently assessed for quality by VisitEngland, the AA or local assessors if they have chosen the entry level scheme. Please be aware that ratings can and do change throughout the year.
To confirm a rating please visit www.qualityintourism.com or www.theAA.com When choosing your accommodation we would urge you to look for the blue quality rose, the gold AA plaque or the entry level assessment sticker.
Places that 'go the extra mile' to make your stay a special one, may achieve a Gold or Silver award in addition to their star rating
The Breakfast Award is given to those hotels and B&Bs who achieve exceptionally high scores for their breakfast.
Guest Accommodation categories: Guest Accommodation tends to be personally run by the owners.
Hotel categories: Hotels are fully licensed properties offering a dinner service and all rooms must be en-suite or offer a private bathroom.
Guest Accommodation/Houses is the category which encompasses anything from one-room bed and breakfast to the larger establishments found in Blackpool and may offer dinner and be licensed. Bed and Breakfasts generally accommodate no more than six people. It’s like staying as a special guest in someone’s home. For self-catering accommodation the layout, design and the range and quality of the kitchen equipment is assessed, as well as the quality and comfort of the bedrooms and bathrooms and most importantly, the cleanliness.
Hotels are serviced accommodation providing hotel services with a minimum of 5 bedrooms. Metro Hotels are found in city/town centres, offering full hotel services, but no dinner, and will be within easy walking distance of a range of places to eat. Budget Hotels are part of a chain of branded hotels offering clean and comfortable en suite facilities, 24 hour reservations and a consistent level of facilities. They are not awarded a star rating. Please note that accreditation can be awarded by either the AA or VisitEngland in any category
New for 2015 Blackpool Approved Entry Level Accreditation Scheme. This new entry level scheme has been introduced for 2015 (accredited by VisitEngland). The scheme ensures that a property is ‘safe, legal & clean’ the property meets all requirements with regards to health and safety and demonstrates good customer practice.
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Accessible Accommodation
Proprietors of accommodation taking part in the National Accessible Scheme have gone out of their way to ensure a comfortable stay for guests with hearing, visual or mobility needs. These places are full of extra touches to make everyone’s visit trouble free, for example handrails, ramps and step free entrances (ideal for buggy and wheelchair users), level access showers and colour contrasts in the bathrooms.
Members of staff may have attended a disability awareness course and will know what assistance will really be appreciated. When you see one of the appropriate National Accessible Scheme logos you can be sure the accommodation and the core facilities have been thoroughly assessed against demanding criteria. Check the accommodation our before you check in at www.qualityintourism.com
Arriving at your Destination
Arriving at your Destination Planes, Trains and Automobiles Whatever your mode of transport into Blackpool you can be sure the journey will be made as easy as possible. Our new direct train routes from many destinations across the UK can half your usual travel time, or if you want to bring your car Blackpool’s easy access links to the M6 motorway and the national motorway network can make your arrival and departure hassle free!
Planes Blackpool Airport is situated 2.5 miles from the town centre towards the south beach end of the promenade. The airport has been through a period of change in recent months but is now open as a grade 3 airport and welcomes regular scheduled flights from Ireland and the Isle of Man. For more information: www.blackpoolairport.com T: 0844 482 7171 Trains Blackpool is very pleased to be able to announce the direct London to Blackpool Virgin train service, which departs daily from London Euston. The resort is also connected through the train network to many other destinations. Superfast Virgin ‘Pendolino’ trains to Preston connect with the local shuttle service into Blackpool. For more information and a full timetable: www.thetrainline.com www.northernrail.org www.tpexpress.co.uk www.virgintrains.co.uk T: 0871 977 4222 www.nationalrail.co.uk T: 08457 485950
Automobiles Blackpool remains easily accessible by car, the M6 motorway that runs directly from the M1 links Blackpool via the M55 to the main motorway network. Driving into Blackpool couldn’t be easier follow the M55 right into the heart of the town centre and the resort’s largest car park. The car parks offer a safe and welcoming place to park while in Blackpool, for further information and for details of how you can pre-book your parking space visit the website below. For more information www.visitblackpool.com/mapsandguides T: 01253476383 Sea Blackpool is within easy reach of a number of ferry ports covering crossings from Northern and Southern Ireland and the Isle of Man. For a full list of ferry crossings and more information: www.visitblackpool.com Coach Modern coaches are superbly equipped and comfortable, offering a high quality, value for money way of getting to your favourite beach location. National Express and other scheduled coach operators travel to and from the resort all year round. For more information www.nationalexpress.co.uk T: 08717 818 181
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The European Development Fund (ERDF) is making a real difference to people and businesses in the Northwest. With €755 million to invest between 2007 and 2012, ERDF is enhancing the competitiveness of the region’s economy by supporting growth in enterprise and employment. ERDF in the Northwest is managed by the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA). For further information please visit www.erdfnw.co.uk
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Mandy Tythe-McCallum Tourism Manager VisitBlackpool Second Floor Number One Bickerstaffe Square Talbot Road Blackpool Lancashire FY1 3AH E: mandy@visitblackpool.com or conferences@visitblackpool.com www.visitblackpool.com/business T: 01253 478216
A VisitBlackpool Publication Inclusion in this brochure does not imply recommendation by VisitBlackpool. Although every effort is made to ensure accuracy of this publication at the time of going to press, changes can occur and it is advisable to check information provided prior to your visit.