Plans for a new 130ft high ride on Blackpool's South Pier have been unveiled. The sky swing could replace the old bungie ball ride which has been removed from the pier. It would be is similar to ...

Labour needed a swing in the share of the vote of just 5.7 percentage points to win Blackpool South – but in the event they managed a huge 26.3 points. It is the third largest swing from the ...

The Blackpool Pier Company is seeking planning permission to set up a log flume and a 253ft (77m) high Starflyer ride alongside the South Pier between 1 April and 31 October each year. The firm ...

Three of Blackpool's treasured attractions are being assessed for future repairs and investment. The latest computer technology is being used to safeguard the future of the seaside's historic ...

Labour needed a swing in the share of the vote of just 5.7 percentage points to win Blackpool South – but in the event they managed a huge 26.3 points. It is the third largest swing from the ...

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