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From thrilling rides to free events, all the things to do in Blackpool in 2023

Everything you need to know if you’re planning a trip to Blackpool this year

Manchester Evening News

Elmer's Big Parade art trail bringing 30 elephant sculptures to Blackpool

The seaside resort will play host to the Elmer the Patchwork Elephant sculptures, inspired by David McKee’s beloved children’s book character

Manchester Evening News

Blackpool Pleasure Beach responds after guests complain about ‘banned’ items

Theme park bosses have spoken out following the incident

Manchester Evening News

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Burger stall boss reveals how he still keeps price at just £1 amid soaring food prices

Chris Higgit's famous £1 burger bar in Blackpool has become a viral sensation on TikTok and YouTube over the cheap grub which has stayed the same price despite soaring inflation

Daily Mirror

The secret behind how Blackpool's famous £1 burger stall manages to keep its prices so low

Higgit's Las Vegas Arcade has managed to beat inflation and keep its costs the same

Manchester Evening News

Gang busted leading to 26 members going to jail for 130 years

A Kirkby man is among an organised crime group that has been dismantled by police

Liverpool Echo

Greater Manchester men among 26 gang members jailed after police take down 'major operation'

It follows a 'complex' police investigation

Manchester Evening News

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Brits warned to avoid 83 beaches across country after sewage leaks including 'UK's best'

New warnings have been applied to dozens of beaches across the UK today after sewage water was discharged into the sea - with the newly-crowned 'best beach in the UK' among those affected

Daily Mirror

Eleanor Williams: Inside web of lies that tore town apart and saw three attempt suicide

As Eleanor Williams was jailed for eight and a half years today, the Mirror looks at the disturbing lies she told and the impact they had on the victims and the wider community

Daily Mirror

Airbnb reveals UK’s most popular destinations for Easter from Scarborough to Sussex

Belfast, Peak Forest, Weymouth, Tenby, Windermere, Ambleside, Blackpool, Aviemore and Keswick are among the most sought after spots when it comes to an Easter holiday break

Daily Mirror

Bristol City verdict: A positive tactical tweak, Mehmeti's one flaw and home comforts

All the talking points as Nigel Pearson's Robins secured a comfortable 2-0 victory against struggling Blackpool

Bristol Post

'He left home to go to the footie but never returned': Tributes to fan who died after brawl outside Blackpool pub

A book of condolence is being opened for Tony Johnson

Manchester Evening News

Football fan left fighting for his life following mass brawl outside Blackpool pub

Emergency services rushed to The Manchester Pub in Blackpool on Saturday night

Manchester Evening News

‘It makes me want to cry’: inside crumbling courts as judges wrestle with rise in rent eviction cases

The Guardian visits courtrooms in England and Wales to see the impact of cost of living crisis

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Manchester Evening News

'F*** him, let him bleed out': Faces of the merciless mob who hunted down and killed Manchester dad in the street

Four people were found guilty of murdering Mark Gibson and another was convicted of manslaughter

Daily Mirror

School plays down protest following claims of nationwide 'riots' organised on TikTok

Students at Unity Academy in Blackpool also tried to take up the TikTok trend in a demonstration which Headteacher Stephen Cooke said involved a very small number of pupils

Daily Mirror

Gogglebox star Pete Sandiford breaks down in tears in 'precious' moment as show returns

Gogglebox's Pete Sandiford joined sister Sophie as the Channel 4 series returned and the Blackpool star couldn't keep his emotions in check while watching one particular programme

Daily Mirror

Huge new £2.3million Gruffalo attraction to open in the UK later this year

The Gruffalo books, created by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, is set to be turned into a theme park on Blackpool seafront by Merlin Entertainment, which runs Legoland and Madame Tussauds

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Manchester Evening News

New Gruffalo and Friends Clubhouse family attraction to open in Blackpool

It will feature a host of Julia Donaldson characters like the Gruffalo, Zog and The Highway Rat in interactive play suitable for aged 10 and under

Wales Online

The Gruffalo and friends make new home at £2.3m seafront attraction

The Gruffalo and Friends Clubhouse opens in May

Manchester Evening News

Pilot flew around with dead instructor because he thought he was 'pretending to take a nap' as a joke

The instructor, 57, had passed a medical test just months before his death on a quick circuit around Blackpool Airport

Daily Mirror

Blackpool, Cardiff, and Liverpool top list of UK budget staycation destinations

One in three Brits plan to book a staycation in 2023 as the cost-of-living crisis continues - and 23% have already booked one

Manchester Evening News

Chippy hits back at punter who felt 'robbed' by £17.50 meal

'Honestly feel I've been robbed'

Daily Mirror

Chippy's epic response to punter who feels he's been 'robbed' by £17.50 fish supper

A customer said he felt 'robbed' after paying £17.50 to eat at Yorkshire Fisheries in Blackpool, Lancashire - but the shop owners replied to the review to defend themselves

Daily Mirror

Ukrainian girl offered sanctuary by Ed Balls and Yvette Cooper to live Strictly dream

Yeva Kenia., 12, and her mum Katerina were offered refuge by Strictly star Ed Balls and Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper after Russia's invasion of Ukraine - and the youngster will now get the chance to dance in Blackpool

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