Enjoy Blackpool's Illuminations : Book your Cottage Holiday Now

04 Oct 2016

Blackpool Illuminations is the ultimate "must" event for your calendar. Whether you just want to drive through the lights or, like me, turn it into a mini-break for the family "Blackpool has it all".

Official Illuminations Programme

New for 2016 and sponsored by the Best Western Carlton Hotel, this thirty-six page souvenir programme is the definitive guide to all things Illuminations and LightPool. The programme’s content dates back to the very origins of where it all began and features some exclusive insights and interviews.

The brochure is free to anyone who donates £5.00 to the Illuminations Fund and is available from the Tourist Information Centre, the Collection Huts and LightPool Village.

Find out more about the programme here : Official Illuminations Programme

2016 Display Times

When planning your visit, it is wise to check the times of the display so you're not left with disappointed children.

Check the times here : 2016 Display Times

Accommodation

Why not turn your visit to Blackpool Illuminations into a mini-break away with family and friends.

Below you will find details for four properties close to Blackpool, so you can enjoy the illuminations but also explore the local tourist spots whilst having all the comforts of home, and in some cases a hot-tub : perfect for parents once their kiddies are sleeping.

Just click on the links below to find out more information about the property and to book.

Cedar Cottage

This lovely detached cottage is close to the village of Stalmine near to Poulton-le-Fylde making the perfect base to explore and enjoy Blackpool's Illuminations. The cottage can sleep four people in two king-size double bedrooms, both with TV as well as family shower room.

Also in the cottage is an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.

Outside is off road parking for two cars and a private garden with decking, hot tub and furniture. Cedar Cottage is a delightful cottage and a perfect base for exploring this lovely part of the country.

Cedar Cottage, Stalmine, Nr Poulton-Le-Fylde FY6 0JN

For more infomation : Cedar Cottage Information

For availability and to book : Book Cedar Cottage

Cedar Cottage

Damson Cottage

This fantastic detached bungalow with hot tub is close to the village of Stalmine near to Poulton-le-Fylde making it the perfect location to enjoy Blackpool's Illuminations. The cottage can sleep four people in two king-size double bedrooms, both with TVs as well as family shower room. Also in the cottage is an open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area. Outside is off road parking for two cars and a private garden with decking, furniture and hot tub.

With a beach three miles away and the Lake District National Park reachable within an hour's drive, Damson Cottage is a wonderful property and a perfect base for exploring this lovely part of the country.

Damson Cottage, Stalmine, Nr Poulton-Le-Fylde FY6 0JN

For more information : Damson Cottage Information

For availability and to book : Book Damson Cottage

Damson Cottage

The Maisonette

This semi-detached maisonette is in the coastal resort of St Annes-on-Sea making The Maisonette the perfect base to enjoy Blackpool's Illuminations.

Two king-size double bedrooms (one with an en-suite) and a double bedroom along with a family bathroom (one can be converted to twin on request) providing accommodation for six. On the ground floor are a kitchen with a dining area and a sitting room.

Outside is roadside parking and a private courtyard with outdoor furniture and a BBQ. Situated just a couple of minutes' walk from the beach and within easy reach of a number of golf courses, The Maisonette is a lovely property for a traditional family seaside holiday.

The Maisonette, Lytham-St-Annes FY8 1NL

For more information : The Maisonette Information

For availability and to book : Book The Maisonette

The Maisonette

Woodlands Suite

This beautiful wing of an Edward property in Lytham-St-Anne's is the perfect getaway for the larger family to enjoy Blackpool's Illuminations. Sleeps up to 11 people in four bedrooms.

Set over the lower ground and ground floors, the property has four bedrooms along with a bathroom, shower room and cloakroom. There's also a kitchen with dining area and a sitting room with gas fire.

Outside, there is off road parking for one car, plus roadside parking available nearby, bike storage, and a patio garden with furniture.

With all of the amenities of St Annes-on-Sea and Lytham St Annes on the doorstep, along with the beach, makes Woodlands Suite a wonderful choice for large groups of families and friends.

Woodlands Suite, Lytham-St-Annes FY8 2NR

For more information : Woodlands Suite Information

For availability and to book : Book Woodlands Suite