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Festive lights raise thousands for local hospice

Neighbours on a Thornton close have raised nearly £6,000 for their local adults and children’s hospice with a spectacular display of Christmas lights, attracting visitors from around the resort and as far afield as Manchester.   Residents of Borage Close – renamed Christmas Close during the festive season – held their usual Christmas lights display […]

Heart attack survivor plans marathon

Heather was a novice runner five years ago, and started her journey through a Couch to 5k programme. Now she is encouraging locals to join Trinity Hospice’s Couch to 5k to find their love of running, while raising funds so people across the Fylde coast can access outstanding hospice care whenever, and wherever they need […]

‘Project Neptune’ launched to kick-start Wyre’s econom

Wyre Council has approved capital investment as part of ‘Project Neptune’, a plan to build new commercial space on the ABP land on Fleetwood Dock. The investment was approved by Wyre Council’s Cabinet at a meeting on 2 December. The project includes, subject to planning permission, new build commercial floor space to accommodate a new […]

Work reaches completion at the National Lottery-funded Mount Pavilion and Gardens in Fleetwood

Wyre Council was delighted to have been awarded a £2 million ‘Parks for People’ grant by The National Lottery Heritage Fund and The National Lottery Community Fund in 2018 to continue its work to revive the Mount Pavilion and Gardens in Fleetwood. The seaward side was restored in 2017 thanks to a £1m personal donation […]

Marine Hall looks forward to welcoming you back safely

You may have seen the new government guidance for theatres which states they are now able to reopen with social distancing and other Covid secure measures in place.   We welcome this news and have been working hard to get our venues ready to reopen safely.   Since we have been operating as a Food […]

Don’t forget to use your voucher for FREE entry to Fleetwood Museum for up to 5 people. You can find it on Page 23 of your Fleetwood LINK-MAG August edition. The new exhibition for 2020 is ‘ Take A Deep Breath’ – the story of the world famous lozenge, Fisherman’s Friend. The exhibition, sponsored by […]

BLACKPOOL: WE’RE GOOD TO GO, DONKEYS AND ALL!

One of Blackpool’s most enduring attractions has joined the growing list of tourism businesses signed up the new We’re Good To Go COVID-safe industry standard. Around 300 businesses across the resort have signed up to the VisitEngland standard within a week of its launch including hotels, B&Bs, visitor attractions, restaurants, bars and amusement centres. And […]

BLACKPOOL CANCELS 2020 RIDE THE LIGHTS

Blackpool’s annual Ride the Lights event has been cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event, which gives cyclists of all ages and ability an opportunity to ride on a traffic-free promenade a few days ahead of the official Switch-On of the Blackpool Illuminations, attracts up to 15,000 people. It was due to take place […]

BLACKPOOL – WE’RE GOOD TO GO

RESORT’S BUSINESSES SIGN UP TO NATIONAL MARK OF CONFIDENCE Blackpool’s tourism industry has finally reopened – with around 150 businesses already signed up to a new COVID-Safe industry standard. Many of the resort’s key attractions – including Blackpool Pleasure Beach, The Blackpool Tower, Blackpool Zoo, Blackpool Piers, Coral Island and Madame Tussauds – put out […]

Blackpool prepares to re-open for business Resort launches “Know Before You Go” reassurance campaign

Blackpool is preparing to officially reopen its doors to tourists after more than 100 days of lockdown with a message of reassurance.   Many of the resort’s key attractions, hotels, restaurants and bars will be allowed to reopen on Saturday 4 July.   Ahead of that reopening, VisitBlackpool has created a Know Before You Go online platform […]

Blackpool Illuminations season extended to end of the year Annual Switch-On celebration goes virtual for 2020

Blackpool’s annual Illuminations display is to be extended by two months to provide an invaluable boost to the resort’s tourism season. VisitBlackpool has also revealed that the traditional Switch-On concert will be replaced this year by a free-to-access streamed event in association with MTV. The annual Switch-On concert was scheduled to take place on the […]

Work gets back on track at the Mount in Fleetwood

Last month work was able to begin once again on the restoration project at the Mount, Fleetwood.   Work on site was initially put on hold in March after supplies became unavailable due to the Coronavirus pandemic. The project, overseen by Wyre Council, is being carried out by contractors Rosslee Construction who are now back […]

Fleetwood Virtual Carnival 20th June 2020

As you are aware many community events including Fleetwood Carnival have been cancelled this year due to Covid 19. However, you are invited to take part in the Fleetwood Virtual Carnival on 20th June 2020 Everyone is invited to join in with the following ‘Virtual Carnival’ competitions and activities. Group/Individual Fancy dress Any theme. Design […]

Keeping Wyre’s award winning beaches clean this summer

The dog ban on Wyre’s bathing water beaches is being reinstated from  Friday 5 June. Usually from 1 May until September 30, dogs are not allowed on parts of the beach in Fleetwood and Cleveleys that are used for bathing. This year, the council temporarily relaxed the rules as people were not allowed to sit […]

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NICKELODEON BRINGS SLIME MUSIC AND MAYHEM TO BLACKPOOL

Nickelodeon UK and VisitBlackpool bring Slime, Music & Mayhem back to Blackpool Pleasure Beach Arena on 17th – 19th October  Tickets go on sale  Friday 6th March at 10am at www.nickslimefest.co.uk  Diversity’s Jordan Banjo and Perri Kiely return to their hosting duties and will be joined by ‘The X Factor: Celebrity’s’ Max and Harvey and […]

Junior Bake Off

We are looking for young budding bakers between 9 -15 years old. Filming would take place from July 2020, but our applications close on Sunday 5th April 2020. Interested bakers can apply online at – WWW.APPLYFORJUNIORBAKEOFF.CO.UK.

Register Now for Free Switch-On 2020 Tickets!

The free ticket ballot for the 2020 Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On event is now open! It follows the overwhelming demand for last year’s event when thousands of people packed into the Tower Festival Headland Arena to watch a spectacular five-hour concert, culminating in an unforgettable switch-on by home-grown actress, Coronation Street’s Lucy Fallon. Since then, the […]

Back by popular demand, ‘The Billy Fury Years’ Stage Show comes to Marine Hall this March!

Taking place at the venue on Saturday 7th March at 7.30pm this show is not to be missed and it will be a night to remember! One of the best-selling recording artists of the 1960s, Billy Fury enjoyed a string of hit singles totalling a remarkable 332 weeks in the British charts. Health problems since […]

SALE OF LAND AGREED FOR BLACKPOOL CENTRAL

Further to agreeing terms with developers in September 2019, Blackpool Council can confirm that the final terms of the legal contract for the land release at the Blackpool Central site have been signed by all parties and initial development works on the 17 acre plot can get underway.   The land disposal is based on […]

Good causes sign up to Wyre’s new lottery

More than 80 people from community groups and good causes in Wyre came to the launch of Wyre Council’s new community lottery. The first to sign up to the scheme were N-Vision and First Carelton Scout Group. Good causes across Wyre are now being encouraged to sign up to benefit from the lottery, which was […]

The Blackpool Resort Pass is back for 2020!

The Blackpool Resort Pass is back for 2020! Visitors will once again have the opportunity to make big savings on their favourite attractions whilst having fun in the UK’s most popular seaside destination. The Blackpool Resort Pass, created in 2013, has increased in popularity over the years as tens of thousands of families have enjoyed […]

GET SET FOR AN ALL-STAR PRIDE BLACKPOOL WEEKEND!

A host of internationally-acclaimed music stars are lined up for Pride Blackpool’s biggest ever weekend. The festival will open on the night of Friday 5 June on the Tower Festival Headland with performances by two of the UK’s most enduring music acts – Right Said Fredand Marc Almond. Then, on the Saturday night, June 6, […]

CHATTY BUS COMBATS LONELINESS AND ISOLATION OVER THE FESTIVE PERIOD

Following the introduction of a ‘chatty bench’ at St. Paul’s Medical Centre, Blackpool Residents Inquiry Claremont (BRIC) are launching a Chatty Bus Tour across Blackpool to help tackle loneliness and isolation. The tour, which provides a space in which people can openly discuss their mental health and wellbeing, began on Sunday 1 December and will […]

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Fleetwood Market!

A series of family friendly events are happening at the Market throughout December! Don’t miss out on this children’s Christmas Extravaganza! Enjoy a magical family visit to meet Father Christmas in his traditional Living room. Boys and girls can meet Father Christmas in his festive fun grotto situated in the main hall of the market […]

All for a great Claus – Santa Dash event raises money for local children’s hospice

Last weekend, hundreds of Santa Dashers made their way along Blackpool’s Promenade, all in the name of charity – Brian House Children’s Hospice. With the big day just over 3 weeks away, it was the perfect event to get local residents in the Christmas mood, as well as raising vital funds for some of the […]

We Three Kings – of Rock n Roll takes over Marine Hall

Taking place at the venue on Saturday 7th December at 7.30pm you will not want to miss this show which stars the three rock n roll icons! Three artists celebrate the music of three Rock n Roll legends Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison and the true King of Rock n Roll Elvis Presley. A two-hour foot […]

You Got to Have Faith! – George Michael tribute comes to Marine Hall

Taking place on Friday 22nd November at 7.30pm Faith – The George Michael Legacy returns with a brand-new production for 2018/19. This show will be a stunning celebration remembering one of the greatest singer-songwriters of all time. This energetic, vibrant musical journey brings to life 35 years of hits from George’s glittering career. This brand-new […]

Let the Festive Season begin!

It’s almost time for the annual Christmas Market at Marine Hall, Fleetwood and this year it’s even bigger than ever! Taking place on Sunday 17 November, from 10am to 4pm, entry is free and with over 80 exhibitors it’s perfect for picking up all your festive food, drink and gifts. Held outdoors along the colonnade […]

Blackpool accountancy group champions trainee programme with seven new recruits

Leading SME specialist, Champion Accountants, has expanded its team by welcoming seven new recruits onto its group-wide accountancy trainee programme. The accountancy group, which has offices in Manchester, Preston, Blackpool and Chester, offers young people the opportunity to earn a competitive salary, while gaining professional qualifications and developing their industry knowledge through hands-on client experience. […]