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​Blackpoolis aseaside towninLancashire, England. It is located on theIrish Seacoast ofthe Fyldepeninsula, approximately 27 miles (43 km) north ofLiverpooland 14 miles (23 km) west ofPreston. It is the main settlement in theborough of the same name.

Blackpool was originally a small hamlet; it began to grow in the mid-eighteenth century, when sea bathing for health purposes became fashionable. Blackpool's beach was suitable for this activity, and by 1781 several hotels had been built. The opening of a railway station in 1846 allowed more visitors to reach the resort, which continued to grow for the remainder of the nineteenth century. In 1876, the town became a borough. Blackpool's development was closely tied to the Lancashirecotton-millpractice of annual factory maintenance shutdowns, known aswakes weeks, when many workers chose to visit the seaside. The town saw large growth during the late Victorian and Edwardian periods. By 1951 its population had reached 147,000.

In the late 20th century, changing holiday preferences and increased overseas travel impacted Blackpool's standing as a leading resort. Despite economic challenges, the town's urban fabric and economy remain centred around tourism. Today, Blackpool's seafront, featuring landmarks such asBlackpool Tower,Illuminations,Pleasure Beach, and theWinter Gardens, continue to draw millions of visitors annually.[1]The town is home to football clubBlackpool F.C.. The population of Blackpool at the2021 censuswas 141,000, a decrease of 1,100 since the2011 census.[2]