BLACKPOOL
GUIDE
BLACKPOOL If you’ve never had a weekend
away in Blackpool then I demand you book a
train right away and head for the North West
coast where you’ll find this unique
entertainment town. The sea front, known as
the Golden Mile, is home to the world famous
Blackpool Tower, three piers, the Pleasure
Beach and the largest display of illuminations
you’ll find in the UK.
With over thirty gay owned and run B&Bs
you’ll be sure of a personal and entertaining
stay. So pack your trunks, your chuckle
muscles, your head for heights and your
sense of adventure as you explore the
brightest jewel in the North West. ∎
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Image: Gemma Walmsley - VisitBlackpool
Often referred to as the British Las Vegas,
Blackpool has an entertainment scene like no
other with a number of gay bars and clubs,
live cabaret shows, theatres and amusements.
Highlights include the Blackpool Tower with
it’s famous Ballroom, the ‘Big One’ roller
coaster that gives you fantastic views on the
way up, and the new comedy carpet outside
the Tower that has ove