Discover Blackpool

The more we know the richer we are

We collect, preserve and share Blackpool's collections. Working with our schools, communities and volunteers we seek to illuminate Blackpool's history. In our Discover section you can read about Blackpool, find out what we working on and download classroom resources.

Features

Visit our features page to find out more about Blackpool.

Lighting Festivity

An article by Professor Vanessa Toulmin on the history of neon lighting in Blackpool

The Grand Exhibition of Eastern Curiosities

Oriental bazaars, mermaids and pioneering photography come to Blackpool.

Earls Court by the Sea

Speculation and spectacle in Victorian Blackpool.

Behind the scenes: Discovering the Magic in Blackpool

Black and white photograph showing the parade lined with crowds and soldiers. Blackpool Tower can be seen in the background.

UCLan Student Project - Princess Parade 110 years

Black and white picture of The Queen and the Duke of Edinburgh meeting clown, Charlie Cairoli at Blackpool Opera House in 1955.

Royal visits through the years

Discover more about some of the memorable royal visits to Blackpool over the years.

Schools

Visit our schools page to access resource packs and find further information.

Bright Lights maths resources

Use the Illuminations Collection to teach maths in the classroom.

Circus schools pack

Literacy activities for Key Stage 2 on the topic of Blackpool Tower Circus.

Current work

See what the Heritage Blackpool Team are working on.

Marvels & Mayhem

Marvels and Mayhem aims to enhance our understanding and knowledge of the Blackpool Tower Circus Collection.

Inventory

Our full inventory is intended to inform everyone on the full extent of what is in the collections, widening access and improving knowledge of Blackpool.

Black and white photograph showing the parade lined with crowds and soldiers. Blackpool Tower can be seen in the background.

UCLan Student Project - Princess Parade 110 years