Earlier this autumn, Blackpool\u2019s illuminated Western Train made history when it ran on test on the North Station extension (the first feature car to travel on the extension) with Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours teasing at the time that this was ahead of something special they were working on. And now that something special has been revealed \u2013 it\u2019s the Blackpool Express!<\/p>\n
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The Blackpool Express will see the Western Train used on a special tram trip from North Station to Little Bispham and back to North Pier and Tower. But that\u2019s not all the cost of the ticket will get you! It starts off at the Holiday Inn where there is a cosy Winter Wonderland departure lounge, where hot chocolate, biscuits, and festive cheers waits lucky ticket holders.<\/p>\n
Each traveller receives a golden ticket with exclusive perks, including free tram travel back to the Holiday Inn, one free ride ticket at Christmas by the Sea, 15% off food at Marco\u2019s and 50% off tickets to Showtown.<\/p>\n
The journey starts at the Holiday Inn at 1600 each day it runs, with a pre-show performance. Then at 1700, the Western Train departs taking in a tour of part of the illuminations. Actors from Showtown will join the tram, bringing the magic to life with stories, songs and festive surprises. Once the Western Train is back at North Pier and Tower, guests can capture the perfect photo with the tram and then just steps away is Christmas by the Sea which includes a free ice skating rink, themed family attractions, food and drink huts, snowfalls, projection shows and light installations.<\/p>\n
The Blackpool Express will run on 14th<\/sup>, 15th<\/sup>, 20th<\/sup>, 21st<\/sup>, 22nd<\/sup> and 23rd<\/sup> December. Tickets cost \u00a320 for adults (16+), \u00a315 (children 3-15) and under 3s are free when seated on a parent\u2019s lap. Booking fees apply.<\/p>\n Tickets will go on sale from 1000 on 2nd<\/sup> December online and at the Tourist Information Centre on the Promenade.<\/p>\n The Blackpool Express is operated by Blackpool Transport in partnership with Holiday Inn Blackpool, Showtown, and Visit Blackpool.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Earlier this autumn, Blackpool\u2019s illuminated Western Train made history when it ran on test on the North Station extension (the first feature car to travel on the extension) with Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours teasing at the time that this was … Continue reading