Blackpool
- LifestyleAOL
Trespassers risk their lives climbing to the top of the UK's tallest rollercoaster without any safety gear
Video and words from SWNS This is the hair-raising moment three daredevils climb 200ft to the top of the UK's tallest roller-coaster without any safety gear. Kain Hogg, 20, and two pals, broke into Blackpool Pleasure Beach amusement park and
2-min read - LifestyleAOL
You'll pay 27% over-the-odds to live in a seaside town
Each year, after a few days by the sea, we can see the attractions of living in a seaside town - with plenty of fresh air, sand and surf (even if the sun is sometimes a bit thin on the ground). Unfortunately, you're not the only person to
3-min read - NewsAOL
Where is the UK's lowest pay - and why?
A new study has revealed that Hull has lower pay than any other city in the UK - followed by Blackburn and Blackpool. It also claimed that average salaries across the country had dropped by an incredible £1,300. The report, by think-tank Centre
3-min read - NewsAOL
Sea foam covers Blackpool coast (video)
Blackpool residents were plagued by some rather unusual weather conditions at the weekend thanks to Storm Abigail. The storm appears to have whipped the sea into a frenzy in the coastal town - and locals were a little confused after spotting
1-min read - LifestyleAOL
Blackpool's beach is better than Bondi, according to Brits
When it comes to choosing the best place for a beach holiday, Brits love the comfort of home over exotic sands as Blackpool has been named the world's top beach by UK holidaymakers (yes, really). The British seaside resort beat off stiff
2-min read - LifestyleAOL
Win! A family break in Blackpool
THIS COMPETITION HAS NOW CLOSED We've teamed up with Choice Hotels to offer you the chance to win a family weekend break at the Cliffs Hotel in Blackpool. Staying in a spacious family room, the winner and their family will enjoy two
1-min read - BusinessAOL
Blackpool Central Pier on sale for £4.8m
Blackpool Pier is facing an uncertain future after being put up for sale for £4.8 million. The historic attraction is one of three piers which have been put on the market by owners Cuerden Leisure for a collective asking price of £12.6 million.
2-min read
