An ultra-ambitious development in Northern England’s most famous seaside resort will see the town’s most substantial investment in more than 100 years.
Housed along the legendary Golden Mile, the Blackpool Central complex will bring ample of world-class attractions to the Lancashire town at a cost of £300 million.
Inside, the centre will feature the UK’s first flying theatre, a next-generation digital exhibition and one of the world’s most advanced VR experiences. The complex will also house an array of hotels, restaurants, food markets and an event square, along with residential apartments and multi-storey parking.
And Blackpool Central isn’t set to be the ordinary leisure hub – with the epic Chariots of the Gods novels unveiled as inspiration for the complex’s bespoke theme. Once completed, guests can expect to see Egyptian pyramids, Easter Island landmarks and alien encounters throughout their visit.
Video teases what visitors can expect at Blackpool Central
Nikal Ltd and Media Invest Entertainment have teamed up to bring the visions of Blackpool Central to life. Not only will the complex bring bundles of fun to residents and tourists, but will also be a driving force in the region’s economy.
By attracting an estimated 600,000 annual visitors, Blackpool Central is expected to inject an extra £75 million into the town. The complex will also create an additional 1000 jobs to the people of Blackpool.
Blackpool Council has revealed its working alongside the partnership to get proposals off the ground over the course of the next year.
Developers are now drawing up a planning application for the first enabling stage, which the Council expects to be submitted in the near future.
Attractions and developments at Blackpool Central are expected to be rolled out to the public in phases and will be fully completed before 2030.
Elsewhere, Disney Imagineering has shared updates on its latest ride and attraction developments.
