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Saturday, February 7th, 2009

Blackpool Illuminations 2010

The Blackpool Illuminations  2010 will be switched on September 3rd and will run until November 7th.

Blackpool’s Illuminations are switched on annually at the start of September and continue, nightly, until the first week of November. The illuminations consist of many a glowing tableau, large illuminated models, and laser lights. Fibre optics and computer control have brought a new dimension to Britain’s biggest tourist attraction. The illuminated displays stretch along the sea front from Starr Gate to Bispham. The sea front is lit up like a Belicia beacon with the view of the lights being an array of colours that can be seen afar.

View from the Beach during the Illumination

View from the Beach during the Illumination

Blackpool has a wonderful International firework display every year that has attracted some fierce competition from numerous international competitors. The International firework display takes place on the first weeks of the Illuminations so to book early as rooms get snapped up very quickly.

International Firework Display Blackpool

International Firework Display Blackpool

To avoid disappointment please book early and call us on 01253 352 741





Tuesday, January 13th, 2009

Blackpool Pleasure Beach

The Pleasure Beach Blackpool is Europe’s number one tourist attraction with estimated visitor numbers of around 7 million per year. Blackpool Pleasure Beach was established in 1896 by Alderman William George Bean in his bid to develop in his words:

One of our guests enjoying a day out at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

One of our guests enjoying a day out at Blackpool Pleasure Beach

“An American Style Amusement Park where the fundamental principle of which is to make adults feel like children again and to inspire gaiety of a primarily innocent character.”

Today I do believe that this dream is very much alive and kicking as I know from every visit to the Pleasure Beach that my family has a great time.

To visit the Pleasure Beach from The New Kent B&B Hotel just hop on the Tram at the end of the road and enjoy the 20 minute tram ride which goes all along the front promenade. Tram Time Table

This is Blackpool Pleasure Beach as seen from the top of Blackpool Tower;

Blackpool Pleasure Beach from the Top of Blackpool Tower

Blackpool Pleasure Beach from the Top of Blackpool Tower

For hotel room bookings and more details
please call us on 01253 352 741

The New Kent B&B Hotel Blackpool





Tuesday, January 6th, 2009

Blackpool Tower

Blackpool Tower stands at 518ft 9 inches (A staggering 158meters) and was commissioned to be built in 1891 by John Bickerstaffe the Mayor of Blackpool at the time. After only a few years on 14th May 1894 Blackpool Tower finally opened and greeted around 3000 customers on its first DAY! Blackpool Tower did not come cheap as the total cost for the design and construction of the tower and buildings was about £290,000.

Blackpool Tower in black and white, photographed december 2008

Blackpool Tower in black and white, photographed december 2008

Blackpool Tower can be seen from many miles away and although many may feel it is just a big tower one must inform you it is much much more. Blackpool Tower is the home of the Tower Ballroom, Tower Circus Arena, an Aquarium, Jungle Jim’s Towering Adventure land, Jurassic Walk, Charlie Cairoli Exhibition, Tower Top and much more.

Blackpool Tram lines outside the Blackpool Tower

Blackpool Tram lines outside the Blackpool Tower

To visit the Blackpool Tower website direct click here

For hotel room bookings and more details
please call us on 01253 352 741





Monday, January 5th, 2009

Stanley Circus Casino

Just around the corner from our hotel on Queens Promenade is a picturesque building that houses the Stanley Circus Casino. The casino has recently been re-furbished to a very high standard and offers adults a chance to have a small flutter if they have a few pounds to spare.

Stanley Casino

Stanley Casino

64 Queens Promenade, North Shore, Blackpool FY2 9QG. Tel: 01253 352 628, Fax: 01253 355 439. Open: 2pm until 6am, except Saturday 4am





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