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Shopping in Blackpool is a mix of traditional seaside shops, novelty shops, market stalls and the largest collection of pound shops probably ever seen in the UK.

The Blackpool town center has a comprehensive shopping high street with all the major UK names to be found, plus a newly refurbished indoor shopping center called "Hounds Hill". You are never very far from the local shops, markets and gift shops selling something for just about everyone.

More about shopping in Blackpool | Hounds Hill Shopping Centre

Fortune tellers sit scattered along the promenade which is also full of gift shops, markets and arcades, including the famous Coral Island arcade prominently located on Blackpool's Golden Mile. One of Europe's largest arcades with games, rides, bingo and slot machines to keep all happy 365 days of the year.

Nearby are also other quaint smaller seaside towns that are accessible via the main tram system that runs along the Blackpool's promenade. Places like the smaller town of Cleveleys, Bispham, St-Annes and Fleetwood. All unique in character and all have a style all of there own.

The Blackpool trams, buses and taxis are all very frequent meaning that the car is not the main form of transport in Blackpool.

Listed below is further information on shopping and local areas:

Blackpool
The Hounds Hill shopping center is the main indoor high street, The surrounding roads and pedestrian areas are full of the large high St name shops, large bars, fine restaurants to suit all tastes. The town is also the main hub of nightly entertainment from theme bars to night life to rival most UK cities. Blackpool also boast one of the UKs largest nightclubs - the Syndicate- that holds up to 5000 party revellers.

Town is open seven days a week with late nigh shopping on special nights of the year.

Fleetwood
Fleetwood is a working fishing town that boasts a lovely promenade with picturesque views over Morecambe Bay to the Lake District. Famous for its large indoor Market holding over 250 stalls in 3 large heated halls, plus it now has a fine discount outlet centre called Freeport with up to 70% off high street store names.

More about Fleetwood Market |Freeport Outlet Mall

Cleveleys
A traditional seaside town full of cafes, shops and little gift shops were you can hunt and find the perfect gift or present for a loved one. The smells of fresh fish and chips fill the area and make you think of the next meal. The seafront has been redesigned with golden sandy beaches that stretch right the way along the bay.

Bispham
Another area of Blackpool, less busy but no less unique. It has a smaller selection of shops, cafes and restaurants without the hustle and bustle of the main resort Blackpool. Bispham sits above the beaches looking straight across the sea with lovely ways along green coastal paths.

Lytham - St Annes
Much quieter than the above, Lytham has charm, style and a rich characteristic of designer shops and special gift shops. The way of life is more relaxed than that of its big neighbor Blackpool however the town is far from asleep with M&S and fine dress shops selling individual outfits for that special occasion.