Top Rated Attractions in Blackpool

Just over ten miles from the city, the National Trust's coastal reserve is home to some of Britain's endangered species such as the Natter-Jack Toad and Sand Lizard. Breathe in the fresh pine scented air as you take a leisurely stroll through Formby Pinewoods and onto the sand dunes of Sefton's coastline. Follow the guided walkways to discover the local flora and fauna. The walker's entrance to the Pinewoods is at Kirklake Road, but the main car park is located on Lifeboat Road.

Situated on Garstang Road, the Village Hall of Chipping is a community center which is used as a venue for a number of events. Be it a business meeting, a family function, or a wedding reception the venue's main hall and the function halls are well-equipped with various facilities like computer, projection screen, fridge and speakers, to make your event a grand success. Call ahead or visit their website to know more.

When one mentions the city of Liverpool, The Beatles is one of the first things to crop up in one's mind. Beatles Fab Four Taxi Tour provides one with a tour of the places in Liverpool which are of significance, as far as The Beatles are concerned. Upto five people can be accommodated in their private cab, which will pick you up from your hotel. Tour packages range from Epstein, a two hour quickie, to Starr, a five hour extravaganza. On these tours, one can expect to be taken to places such as the homes of the four Beatles, Strawberry Field, Penny Lane, Dovedale Tower, Matthew Street and St. Peters Church.

The congregation of the Rivington Unitarian Chapel dates back to 1662, when Reverend Samuel Newton was ejected from the Rivington Church. However, the chapel was only built in 1703 with the motto "Here let no man a stranger be". This plain looking chapel is largely built from gritstones with a small bell cote on the west gable. The chapels original gates and box pews have survived and memorials have been put up in honor of Reverend Samuel Newton and the Lord of Willoughby. The church is still active and services are held on every first and third Sunday at 2:15p. Its historical significance in the struggle of the nonconformists draws visitors to this warm and peaceful chapel.

Originally a chapel of ease to Blackburn, the St Leonard's Church lies in the village of Balderstone. Constructed in sandstone rubble and slate sometime during the reign of Henry VII in the early 16th Century, the tower and the spire were added in 1907. The church is an active Anglican parish one which conducts services and holds youth groups like 'Little Acorns' for toddlers, as well as 'Sunday School', 'Sunday Club' and 'Junior Christians'. This church has been maintained superbly and it's appearance has remained the same since 1906.

An English Heritage building located in a village close to Blackburn, Immanuel Church is an Anglican church with a rather unique looking tower. The structure is known to have been built between 1835 to 1836 by Reverend J. W. Whittaker at the cost of 1,000 Euros. Immanuel church is a magnificent Gritstone place of worship that has now also become an important landmark in the village of Feniscowles.