Blackpool Photo Gallery

Located on the Irish Sea coast, Blackpool became a fashionable seaside resort during Victorian times. Back then, sea water was believed to have health-improving properties and when the rail connection arrived in 1846, working class families from Lancashire's industrial towns could easily reach here for their vacations. By the 1920s and 30s, Blackpool was the country's most popular resort. However, Blackpool suffered a major blow when the package holiday era arrived, followed by low-cost airlines that would bring British families to southern Europe on the cheap. To boost its appeal, it added free events such as annual illuminations and an air show to encourage visitors, although a lot of the attractions on offer still offer a sense of nostalgia. Blackpool's skyline is dominated by its own version of the Eiffel Tower. Construction started a few years after the Eiffel in 1891. One story of its origins indicated the mayor visited the Great Paris Exhibition in 1889 and he wanted a similar tower to be built back home. Blackpool's version is about half the height at 158m, and it opened in 1894 with a 6 pence admission charge and another 6 pence to ride the lift to the top.
	Drone Shots
	The Piers There is a long waterfront promenade with 3 piers, which have arcades and amusement rides on top today. The first one, North Pier, opened in 1863 and eventually marketed itself for the "better classes" with music performances for a charge as a second competitor pier opened later. The third and final pier opened in 1893.
	Beach Having visited in the spring low season and on a weekday morning, the long beachfront was fairly quiet, and there are plenty of public spaces to enjoy the sun and sea views.
	Blackpool Tower Inspired by the Eiffel Tower, Blackpool Tower's construction began in 1891 and opened 3 years later. For 6 pence admission, visitors can visit an aquarium/zoo, and if they pay 6 pence more, can see a circus show. A further 6 pence, and they will reach the top.