Blackpool Business News

06/06/2026

Marks & Spencer (M&S) has launched a nationwide training programme called "Not Just Any Career" to help 1,000 young people aged 18 to 24 break into the workforce. The initiative offers a pathway into retail management and guarantees full-time jobs, providing a critical boost amid the UK's ongoing youth unemployment crisis.
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06/06/2026

06/06/2026

Kurdistan Restaurant is a highly rated Middle Eastern eatery located at 152 Central Drive, Blackpool FY1 5EA. It is widely celebrated by locals for bringing an authentic, charcoal-grilled Kurdish dining experience to the heart of Blackpool.Key Details & AmenitiesOperating Hours: Monday to Sunday, 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM.Contact Number: 07445 100009.Service Options: Dine-in, takeaway, and local delivery.Offerings: Halal charcoal grills, large platters, fresh bread, and traditional hot tea.

06/06/2026

Galleon bar founder Stephen Pierre has acquired the former BrightHouse building on Abingdon Street for £200,000 at auction, launching plans for a multi-floor arcade bar, rooftop kitchen, and community art gallery. The site is being engineered to capture the massive shift in town centre demographics when the 3,000-student Multiversity opens.

The Project: Turn a derelict former shop into a multi-floor venue for artists, gamers, and students.
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06/06/2026

THE UK'S BIGGEST UPSIDE DOWN HOUSE IS OFFICIALLY OPEN ON BLACKPOOL PROMENADE! 🙃

Sitting right next to South Pier, this massive two-storey illusion house has officially opened its doors just in time for the summer rush. Council bosses and tourism leaders are backing it to bring a massive boost to the South Shore area... but as always with Blackpool, everyone has an opinion!

It costs £8.95 on the door to entry (card only)

Some people are saying it’s exactly the kind of modern, quirky attraction South Shore needs to bring in families and social media trippers. Others are already arguing it’s a bit of an eyesore on the seafront, or too pricey for a quick walk-through.

What do we think, Blackpool? Is this a brilliant new addition to the Golden Mile, or are we turning our noses up at it? Let’s hear it in the comments! 👇 Let battle commence...

05/06/2026

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05/06/2026

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05/06/2026

Blackpool’s upgraded public toilets at the North Shore tram station complex have officially gone contactless-only, completely eliminating cash entry. The new stainless steel turnstiles require a physical card or mobile payment to unlock the gates. While the upgrade ensures cleaner, self-funding facilities and stops vandalism, it blocks anyone without a digital payment method from accessing basic amenities..

Is a card-only turnstile progress for a cleaner toilet, or does blocking cash payments go too far for a basic human need? Drop your thoughts below.

05/06/2026

Independent hospitality operators across Blackpool are facing an uphill battle as rising overheads force more local venues to keep their shutters down. These 2 bars on Talbot road serve as a stark reminder of the intense economic pressures hitting our town centre's night-time economy. While multi-million-pound regeneration projects focus on new developments, local publicans are crying out for targeted business rate relief and a reduction in beer duty just to keep the lights on and preserve the traditional community hub.

What specific support do independent pubs and bars in Blackpool town centre need right now to survive, and how can we back them before more shutters come down permanently?