Things to do Blackpool benefits greatly from tourism in the summer months so there are many local attractions to visit all year round including a sea life centre, theatres, a theme park, art galleries, parks, restaurants, high street shopping and the beautiful sea front. Further afield you can enjoy the outdoors in nearby Forest of Bowland, Pendle Hill, West Pennine Moors and the National Parks of the Lake District, Peak District and Yorkshire Dales. If you prefer to keep indoors there are many museums, historic houses, spas and health clubs and family attractions to visit. For further details we recommend you visit the following websites: www.visitblackpool.com www.visitlancashire.com
Transport Links There are good transport links to the sixth form as we’re located 15 minutes from the M55 which connects to the M6. Blackpool has strong rail links to many towns on the Fylde Coast and major cities including: Preston Manchester London
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Blackpool even has an international airport so you can easily jet off to the Mediterranean for a short break. Blackpool is a national cycling town and dry bike storage and showers are available to all staff in college.