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Blackpool Illuminations

SeasonalPromenade

Six miles of lights along the Promenade, running from late summer into the new year.

The Illuminations have run since 1879 and now stretch six miles from Starr Gate to Bispham. Best seen slowly — by tram, on foot, or on a Illuminations tour car.

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