Blackpool News and Events
Planning your Blackpool trip? Whether you’re looking for things to do in Blackpool such as events and attractions, to make your Blackpool visit run smoothly or are planning where to stay in Blackpool, you’ll find everything you need for your Blackpool holiday on Whats On in Blackpool.net. Our What’s On Blackpool guide has the latest events not to miss while you visit Blackpool – there’s always something going on, so don’t miss out on the latest exhibitions, shows and more on your trip to Blackpool by checking out our News and Events Calendar page.
See what's On in Blackpool. The events calendar is always packed with arts festivals, live music, exhibitions, blockbuster theatre shows, sport and activities for family and kids.
Whats on in Blackpool Local News
Blackpool News July 8, 2024
I created Blackpool’s Tasty Eats app because I’m tired of paying over the odds for food to be delivered
A new takeaway app is helping foodies in Blackpool get restaurant food delivered to their doors for less. Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News June 21, 2024
First look inside the brand new Blackpool town centre Starbucks set to create 20 new jobs
Starbucks has officially opened a brand new branch in Blackpool – here’s what the new coffee spot looks like. Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News June 3, 2024
Chef Conor is testi-monial match’s special ingredient!
Elswick chef Conor Whitehead is set to bring the added special ingredient to this year’s annual football match against neighbours Great Eccleston when it is played this weekend as a “testi-monial” in his honour to raise funds for charity Rosemere Cancer Foundation. Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News May 17, 2024
‘My Cockapoo likes to distract me’: Meet romantic comedy author Danielle Owen-Jones on Booky Podcast
She got a two book deal with one of the biggest publishers in the world – meet Danielle Owen-Jones | Booky podcast Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News May 13, 2023
Nourish mental health by spending time outdoors
Green campaigner and consumer expert, Angela Terry, separates climate change facts from fiction and explains how you can take simple, practical steps to help save the planet. Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News April 28, 2023
11 photos to take you back to Blackpool in 1989 including crowd trouble at Bloomfield Road, Stone Roses concert and Coronation Street tram death
It was the year when Corrie’s Alan Bradley was famously killed by a tram. Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
Blackpool News April 24, 2023
Fleetwood Moves (Dance Hub)
We’re delighted to be starting a new term of specialist classes in Fleetwood. We would be delighted if you could help us spread the word about our two weekly sessions….
Blackpool News March 30, 2023
Best battery-run grass trimmers 2023: keep your garden tidy with an environmentally friendly electric trimmer
Petrol grass trimmers are bad for the environment, electric come with cables: we look at the leading brands of battery grass cutters Blackpool Gazette Lifestyle…
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Blackpool Gazette
- This is why 100s of angry teachers will be marching through Blackpool town centre todayby Jack Marshall on June 10, 2026 at 12:01 am
“School support staff are the people who keep our schools running.”
- Lancashire Police launch World Cup operation in Blackpool with responsible drinking warningby Claire Lark on June 9, 2026 at 7:54 pm
‘We are asking people to act and drink responsibly and not to spoil the event for others.’
- Blackpool FC unveil new home kit for 2026/27 campaign with help from supporters and town's businessesby Vanessa Sims on June 9, 2026 at 7:27 pm
The new home shirt celebrates not only the Club’s iconic tangerine identity but also the deep connection between the Seasiders and the local community ahead of the club’s 125th year at Bloomfield Road.
- Northern Rail fears plans for 99 home estate off Blackpool Road in Carleton will make level crossing dangerousby Richard Hunt on June 9, 2026 at 7:00 pm
“The objection by an organisation like Network Rail lends some gravitas to the opposition to this development”
- 'I worked overnight - I slept here!' Blackpool artist paints stunning murals at new nail salon for therapyby Claire Lark on June 9, 2026 at 6:59 pm
Stunning murals have helped artist with addictions.
Lancs Live
- Historic former pub in Blackburn town centre to be converted into 24 flatsby lancslive@reachplc.com (William Morgan, Amy Fenton) on June 10, 2026 at 5:30 am
The application has been approved
- Hundreds of school staff to march through Blackpool today to demand government actionby lancslive@reachplc.com (Amy Fenton) on June 10, 2026 at 5:00 am
The march will begin at 3.30pm
- Preston Davey trial hears salesman 'did not have all the pieces of the jigsaw' when he left baby alone with alleged killerby lancslive@reachplc.com (Rachel Smith) on June 9, 2026 at 5:10 pm
“If you trust and you love someone you are the last person to suspect them”
- Jury warned about 'filling gaps with emotion' when looking at evidence against teacher accused of murderby lancslive@reachplc.com (Rachel Smith) on June 9, 2026 at 3:57 pm
Jamie Varley's barrister said the prosecution relies on circumstantial evidence and scientific theories
- Preston Davey murder trial LIVE: Accused abuser denies baby was 'lifeless' in bedroom as his defence ends - latestby lancslive@reachplc.com (Rachel Smith) on June 9, 2026 at 3:52 pm
Jamie Varley and John McGowan-Fazakerley are charged with a string of offences
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