1. The beach … long stretches of clean sand & it’s free (donkey rides available). South Beach is an award-winning Blue Flag beach. 2. Blackpool Zoo … meet the new arrivals and see the state-of-the-art Elephant Base Camp. 3. Blackpool Tower Circus … 2 hours of fantastic, edge of your seat entertainment with an amazing…
Author: Alton
My top 12 things to do in Blackpool 2020
1. The Pleasure Beach … all day thrills & spills for around £39 (book online the day before your visit for substantial savings or save those Tesco Clubcard points). Give Icon, the newest roller coaster a try if you dare! 2. The beach … miles of golden sand & donkeys for traditional family fun and…
8 great Blackpool pubs near to the Wescoe 2020
1. The Velvet Coaster … Wetherspoon’s newest offering in Blackpool (opposite South Pier) … 2 balconies & terraces overlooking the sea, decent food, clean & modern 2. The Dutton Arms (near McDonalds on the prom) … shows sports events & food is decent … kids allowed till 10pm-ish … popular outdoor seating area 3. Yates’…
11 family-friendly places to eat in Blackpool 2020
My top picks for people eating out in Blackpool with their children (in order of distance from the Wescoe): 1. The Jade Delight (restaurant), Bond Street, South Shore (behind our car park) … all you can eat Chinese buffet (children priced on height) 2. Pablo’s Diner, Promenade, South Shore … fish & chips etc 3….
Just got a lovely email from a guest …
I just wanted to drop you a quick email to thank you & Allan for the warm welcome & fabulous stay at the Wescoe. Pru & I really loved our room, and as you could see from the cleared plates, we particularly enjoyed the breakfasts. Unfortunately Pru cried all the way to the station, she…
Pleasure Beach rainy day pass
Pre-booked Pleasure Beach wristbands & it rains on the day? Fear not … if it rains for 4 hours or more on the day you visit, keep your wristband on & you will be allowed into the park next day for free! Takes some of the uncertainty out of the great British weather!!
Pipefish found in Blackpool!
A colony of about 500 Lesser Pipefish has been found in the sea at Blackpool. These tiny fish are very sensitive to water changes & are usually found in areas with a wide variety of seaweed & kelp so it is extremely unusual to find a colony living around the iron legs of Central Pier!…
Save money with a Blackpool resort pass!
There is a new pass covering ALL of the major attractions in Blackpool! Valid for a week from first use, it’s perfect for an action packed weekend, short break or 2 week holiday. Each attraction can be visited once using the pass & you can plan your spending before you arrive, save loads of money,…
Blackpool voted top UK resort
Blackpool has retained its crown as the UK’s top seaside destination according to the latest Tripadvisor Travellers’ Choice Awards. Well done, Blackpool!
All-inclusive Tower tickets
Remember the days when you could do everything in the Tower for one, all-inclusive price? Well, buy a Tower Ticket (online or on the door) & that’s exactly what you get, saving yourself a fortune into the bargain. A Tower Ticket gives you entry to the Circus, the ballroom, Jungle Jims, the Tower Top Lift…