Liverpool Echo
·Jul 2026
I took my kids to find out if Blackpool has finally lost its magic
A mother returns to Blackpool with her children to assess whether the seaside resort still has its childhood magic. The family enjoys Coral Island, Sandcastle Waterpark, Blackpool Tower, the circus, Central Pier and the Gruffalo Clubhouse, while finding Sea Life less engaging and some venues crowded or imperfect. Despite its sometimes tacky reputation, Blackpool is portrayed as affordable, welcoming and full of attractions for different ages, leaving the family eager to return.