Blackpool and The Fylde Coast

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1 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th September 2017

2 Welcome to the Blackpool and The Fylde Coast Heritage Open Days programme for 2017 Every September historical buildings of all age, style and function open their doors to the public free of charge. It is a once-a-year opportunity to discover hidden architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities that bring local history and culture to life. The event forms part of the Heritage Open Days national event, now in its 27th year. To assist visitors, this handy brochure provides venue information, opening times and booking information. You can also find an online version of the brochure on our news website: We are thrilled to introduce fifty-seven fantastic events, sites and tours for We would like to welcome Bispham Court, Brooks Collectables and The Regent Cinema, as new additions in this year s programme. We would also like to welcome back many returning venues across Blackpool, Lytham and Wyre. This year, tours include the Illuminations Depot, Grundy Art Gallery, Fylde Town Hall, Cleveleys Cottage Exhibition and a new Cinema Heritage Tour, the latest addition to the Heritage Guided Tour programme led by Blackpool Community Heritage. This terrific programme is only made possible with the support of many organisations and individuals who give up their time to plan and deliver the events, many of who are volunteers. We extend our thanks to all of them. We would also like to thank Fleetwood Civic Society for coordinating the Fleetwood events and Northern Print Distribution for the distribution of brochures. The brochure has been compiled and coordinated by the Community Heritage team, which now forms part of Blackpool Heritage Service. For updates on Heritage Open Days Blackpool and the Fylde Coast, please follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. Search for Blackpool Heritage Hub. On behalf of all the organisers and teams, we look forward to seeing you for Heritage Open Days 2017 between the 7th and 10th September. We hope you enjoy discovering the unique and varied heritage of Blackpool and the Fylde Coast. At a glance: Plan your Heritage Open Days adventure BLACKPOOL properties Page: Thur Fri Sat Sun All Hallows Church 5 ü ü ü ü Bispham Court *NEW FOR 2017* 5 ü Blackpool Pleasure Beach 5 ü ü Blackpool Tower 6 ü Blackpool Town Centre History and Haunts Tour 6 ü Blackpool Town Hall 6 ü Brooks Memorabilia Exhibition 6 ü ü ü ü Central Library 7 ü Central Mosque 7 ü ü ü Cinema Heritage Tour *NEW FOR 2017* 7 ü Friends of Little Marton Windmill 7 ü Funny Girls 8 ü Grand Theatre 8 ü Grundy Art Gallery 8 ü ü ü Holy Trinity Church 9 ü ü ü ü 2 Heritage Open Days 2017 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast

3 BLACKPOOL properties (continued) Page: Thur Fri Sat Sun Illuminations Depot 9 ü Imperial Hotel 9 ü ü Layton Cemetery 10 ü ü ü ü Masonic Hall 10 ü ü North Shore Methodist Church 10 ü ü ü St John the Evangelist 11 ü St Paul s Worship Centre 11 ü ü ü St Stephen on the Cliffs Church 11 ü ü Stanley Park & Cocker Clock Tower 12 ü The Regent Cinema *NEW FOR 2017* 12 ü ü ü ü Winter Gardens Heritage Talk *NEW FOR 2017* 13 ü World Healing Centre 12 ü ü LYTHAM ST ANNES properties Page: Thur Fri Sat Sun AKS Lytham Independent school 14 ü Fylde Town Hall, St Annes 14 ü Lytham Hall 15 ü Lytham Heritage Centre 16 ü ü ü ü Lytham Methodist Church 16 ü ü ü Lytham Windmill and Old Lifeboat House 16 ü ü ü ü St Annes Parish Church and Bell Tower 17 ü St Annes Parish Church WWl & ll Graveyard Memorial Trail 17 ü ü ü ü The White Church 17 ü ü ü ü FLEETWOOD & WYRE properties Page: Thur Fri Sat Sun Autumn Birdwatch 18 ü Cemetery History Walks 18 ü Cleveleys 1906 Cottage Exhibition Tour 18 ü ü Coastal Wildlife Walk 18 ü Euston Park Gardens 19 ü ü Fleetwood Masonic Hall 19 ü Fleetwood Museum 19 ü ü ü ü Fylde Country Life Museum at Farmer Parrs 20 ü ü Lancastrian Transport Trust - Fleetwood *NEW FOR 2017* 20 ü Lifeboat Station 20 ü Lower Lighthouse 20 ü ü Marine Hall 21 ü ü ü ü Memorial Park Heritage Walk 21 ü Mount Pavilion 21 ü ü Nautical Heritage Walk *NEW FOR 2017* 21 ü ü North Euston Hotel Cellar Tour 22 ü Rossall Point, NCI 22 ü ü ü ü Rossall School 22 ü St Mary s Church 23 ü ü ü ü St Peter s Church 23 ü ü St Wulstan s Church 23 ü ü Heritage Open Days 2017: Blackpool and The Fylde Coast 3

4 A map of Blackpool Town Centre showing the locations of some of the Heritage Open Days venues: Blackpool Tower 6 Grundy Art Gallery 2 Blackpool Town Hall 7 Masonic Hall 3 Central Library 8 North Shore Methodist Church 4 Funny Girls 9 St John the Evangelist 5 Grand Theatre 10 The Regent Cinema For a full listing of all the Heritage Open Days in Lancashire (and further afield) visit: 4 Heritage Open Days 2017 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast

5 BLACKPOOL (in alphabetical order) All Hallows Church: 86 All Hallows Road, Bispham, Blackpool, FY2 0AY Short informal historical chat and look around the Mother Church of Blackpool. Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th September: 1pm - 2pm each day. Full wheelchair access. Disabled parking on site. Accessible toilets on site. Side door in bell tower visible from the front. Contact Details: Rev Canon Dr Cox. Tel: This event has been organised by: Bispham All Hallows Church Bispham Court: 357 Norbreck Road, Little Bispham, FY5 1NU A talk led by Tom Roberts who has lived at the property since 1946, focusing on the history of Bispham s oldest house and the stars who stayed at Bispham Court over the summer seasons between 1949 and An opportunity to look through newspaper articles and photographs of the stars during their stay. Refreshments included. Max Group Size: 20 Sunday 10th September: 12 noon - 5pm Full wheelchair access This event has been organised by: The family at Bispham Court NEW FOR 2017 Blackpool Pleasure Beach: Ocean Boulevard, South Shore, Blackpool A free Pleasure Beach pass allows entry to the park, where you can ride on the Pleasure Beach Express, explore the Chinese Puzzle Maze, see the spectacular Dancing Water Show, visit Bradley and Bella s Learning Garden and enjoy the ambience of the park. On arrival at the ticket office, please quote Heritage Open Days. Thursday 7th and Friday 8th September: 11am - 5pm Partial wheelchair access. Disabled parking on site. Accessible toilets on site. Contact Details: Tel: (calls to 0871 numbers will cost 13p per minute plus your telephone access charge) This event has been organised by: Blackpool Pleasure Beach Heritage Open Days 2017: Blackpool and The Fylde Coast 5

6 Blackpool Tower: Central Promenade, Blackpool 1 The Blackpool Tower is a Victorian Pleasure Complex that opened in This guided tour gives you the opportunity to enjoy the many historic architectural gems and see the many exciting changes. Meet at Bank Hey Street entrance. *Please note - due to overwhelming demand, only two places can be booked per enquiry for the Blackpool Tower tour. Max Group Size: 20 Friday 8th September: 11am Partial wheelchair access is available from Bank Hey Street. BOOKING ESSENTIAL: Booking open Mon to Wed 10am - 2pm, Thurs 5pm - 7pm from 31st July to 6th September or by heritageopendaysbfc@gmail.com Contact Details: Tel This event has been organised by: Heritage Guided Tours and Blackpool Tower Blackpool Town Centre History and Haunts Tour: Meet outside the Town Hall. Are you brave enough to venture out on this walking tour of haunted Blackpool? Max Group Size: 30 Saturday 9th September: 1pm Wheelchair accessible. BOOKING ESSENTIAL: Booking open Mon to Wed 10am - 2pm, Thurs 5pm - 7pm from 31st July to 6th September or by heritageopendaysbfc@gmail.com Contact Details: Tel: This event has been organised by: Dave Evans 2 Blackpool Town Hall: Talbot Square, Blackpool, FY1 1AD Blackpool Civic Trust guides will welcome visitors to Blackpool Town Hall, explaining the history, historical significance of the building and its current use by Councillors and officers of the Local Authority. Saturday 9th September: first tour 9.30am, last tour 2.30pm Full wheelchair access. On-site accessible toilets. This event has been organised by: Blackpool Civic Trust 2 Brooks Memorabilia Exhibition: 7 Waterloo Road, Blackpool, FY4 1AF Exhibition of Blackpool memorabilia and vintage toys. A family run business since Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th September: 10am - 12pm, 2-4pm. No wheelchair access Max Group Size: 15 This event has been organised by: Brooks Collectables NEW FOR Heritage Open Days 2017 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast

7 Central Library: Queen Street, Blackpool, FY1 1PX Tour around the Grade II Listed Carnegie Library. The library has undergone extensive redevelopment (2011) which has revealed many of its architectural features. Also, the lovely stained glass windows are one of the new features. Max Group Size: 15 Friday 8th September at 2pm Full wheelchair access. On-site accessible toilets. Assistance dogs welcome. BOOKING ESSENTIAL: Booking open Mon to Wed 10am - 2pm, Thurs 5pm - 7pm from 31st July to 6th September or by heritageopendaysbfc@gmail.com Contact Details: Tel: This event has been organised by: Central Library, Blackpool 3 Central Mosque: 2 Revoe Street, Blackpool, FY1 5HN Tour of the Mosque and introduction to the Islamic faith and culture. Visitors will need to remove their shoes on entry. Visitors will be required to dress modestly and appropriately. Max Group Size: 20 Cinema Heritage Tour: Discover the history of Blackpool cinemas on this enjoyable guided walking tour. Visit the sites of some of the iconic cinemas of the past, while learning the history of cinema in Blackpool. Meeting point is the old Imperial Picture Palace (now Horizon) on the corner of Dickson Road and Lansdowne Place. Max Group Size: 20 Thursday 7th September: 10am 2pm; Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th September: 1pm - 4pm Partial wheelchair access. On-site disabled toilets. This event has been organised by: Central Mosque, Blackpool Saturday 9th September: 11am Full wheelchair access BOOKING ESSENTIAL: Booking open Mon to Wed 10am - 2pm, Thurs 5pm - 7pm from 31st July to 6th September or by heritageopendaysbfc@gmail.com Contact Details: Tel: This event has been organised by: Blackpool Heritage Guided Tours Friends of Little Marton Windmill: Preston New Road, Blackpool, FY4 4XQ Historic tour of an 1838 mill and exhibition. Refreshments provided. Children 5 years and upwards are welcome providing they are accompanied by an adult. Sunday 10th September: 11am pm (last entry) Wheelchair access to ground floor only. Assistance dogs welcome. On-site accessible toilets. Pushchair/pram friendly (Ground floor only). Lots of stairs, low ceilings. This event has been organised by: Friends of Little Marton Windmill NEW FOR 2017 Heritage Open Days 2017: Blackpool and The Fylde Coast 7

8 Funny Girls: Dickson Road, Blackpool 4 This year, Funny Girls will be open for visitors to explore. The building was originally the biggest Odeon Cinema outside of Leicester Square, London and one of Blackpool s premier entertainment venues. Funny Girls still retains many of its 1930s architectural features. Thursday 7th September: 10am 2pm Partial Wheelchair access. Contact Details: Tel: This event has been organised by: Funny Girls Ltd Grand Theatre: 33 Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 1HT Grand Theatre Heritage Guides will be on hand to give free mini tours of the grade ll* listed theatre, including backstage. A unique opportunity to visit this fine example of Victorian theatre architecture. There will also be an archive exhibition of old programmes and memorabilia. Sunday 10th September: 11am - 4pm Partial wheelchair access. Tours will involve climbing stairs but there is plenty to see from the stalls if you have mobility concerns. Flat shoes recommended.. This event has been organised by: Grand Theatre, Blackpool 5 Grundy Art Gallery: Queen Street, Blackpool, FY1 1PU Education Officer, Taneesha Ahmed will deliver a tour of the current exhibitions and explain the story behind the Grundy Art Gallery collection. Max Group Size: 20 Tours: Friday 8th September: 2pm and 4pm (duration 30 mins) The Grundy will be open Thursday 7th to Saturday 9th September: 10am - 5pm Ground floor is fully accessible with ramp leading up to the building. Wheelchair access to ground floor only. BOOKING ESSENTIAL for the tours. Contact Details: Tel: This event has been organised by: Grundy Art Gallery 8 Heritage Open Days 2017 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast 6

9 Holy Trinity Church: Dean Street, South Shore, Blackpool, FY4 1BP An impressive, grade ll listed church built in one of the finest examples of ecclesiastical architecture in Blackpool. The church will be open for visitors over Heritage Open Days. Thursday 7th and Friday 8th September: 9am 3pm, Saturday 9th September: 10am - 3pm, Sunday 10th September: 11am pm (worship) Full wheelchair access. On-site accessible toilets. On-site disabled parking. This event has been organised by: The Reverend Tracy Charnock, Holy Trinity Church Illuminations Depot: Lightworks, Amy Johnson Way, Blackpool, FY4 2RL A tour of Blackpool Illuminations Depot. Includes a presentation on the history of the Illuminations and a look at the stunning artwork collection. Max Group Size: 20 Thursday 7th September: 11am 12.30pm Full wheelchair access. On-site accessible toilet. BOOKING ESSENTIAL: Booking open Mon to Wed 10am - 2pm, Thurs 5-7pm from 31st July to 6th September or by heritageopendaysbfc@gmail.com Contact details: Tel: This event has been organised by: Blackpool Heritage Guided Tours Imperial Hotel: North Promenade, Blackpool, FY1 2HB Immerse yourself in the rich and charming history of Blackpool s most historic hotel. Max Group Size: 20 Tours: Thursday 7th September at 10am, 2pm, 3.30pm and Friday 8th September at 10am. Partial wheelchair access some behind the scenes areas are not accessible. On-site disabled parking. On-site accessible toilets. Assistance dogs welcome. Hearing loop. BOOKING ESSENTIAL: Booking open Mon to Wed 10am - 2pm, Thurs 5pm - 7pm from 31st July to 6th September or by heritageopendaysbfc@gmail.com Contact Details: Tel: This event has been organised by: Caroline Richardson Heritage Open Days 2017: Blackpool and The Fylde Coast 9

10 Layton Cemetery: Talbot Road, Layton, Blackpool, FY3 7BD (opposite Layton Library) Tour the atmospheric resting place of many famous Blackpool residents at this 140 year old cemetery. Max Group Size: 30 Thursday 7th to Saturday 9th September. Tour times: 10am, 11am and 2pm Sunday 10th September tours on request. Partial wheelchair access. Booking advisable but not essential for Thursday - Saturday. BOOKING ESSENTIAL for Sunday. Contact Details: Tel: / Monday & Tuesday, 11.30am pm This event has been organised by: Friends of Layton Cemetery Masonic Hall: East end of Adelaide Street, Blackpool, FY1 4LU Tours available on arrival at this 19th century Masonic building. The building was substantially added to in the 1950s and the Hall contains one of West Lancashire s foremost Masonic Lodge Rooms. There will also be the opportunity to see the newly refurbished Masonic Museum. Friday 8th and Saturday 9th September: 10am - 4pm Full wheelchair access. On-site accessible toilets. This event has been organised by: The Blackpool Group of Lodges and Chapters 7 North Shore Methodist Church: Dickson Road, Blackpool, FY1 2AP (Corner of Dickson Rd/Cocker St) Grade ll listed building, opened in The church has art nouveau style stained glass windows with flower and foliage design and warm mahogany woodwork in the balcony and choir stalls. There is an additional modern stained glass window in the lounge/chapel area. Displays, organ recitals and refreshments available. The Fylde Ukulele Network Band will play in the afternoon on Thurs 7th September. Thursday 7th to Saturday 9th September: 10am - 4pm Partial wheelchair access. On-site disabled parking. On-site accessible toilets. Assistant dogs welcome. Limited parking outside the church. This event has been organised by: Members of North Shore Methodist Church 8 10 Heritage Open Days 2017 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast

11 St John the Evangelist: St John s Square, Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 1BP St John s is a grade ll listed building featuring magnificent stained glass windows and original architecture and carvings. The cathedral sized building incorporates a mixture of contemporary and traditional worship areas, including a military chapel and memorial screen. There will be access to the church tower leading to the clock / bellroom which includes the original bell ropes and hand bells. Live music performances will take place at intervals during the day and the chance to observe a craftsman demonstrating the art of making stained glass. Saturday 9th September: 11am - 3pm On-site accessible toilets. Partial wheelchair access (no wheelchair access to church tower). This event has been organised by: St John the Evangelist 9 St Paul s Worship Centre: Egerton Road, Blackpool, FY1 2NP Exhibition of photos, memorabilia and documents dating from the building of St Paul s in the 1890s through to its demolition In the 1990s. This is a hands on experience were visitors are encouraged to examine the exhibits of books and paperwork. Friday 8th and Saturday 9th September: 10am - 3pm Sunday 10th September: 11.15am Service of Thanksgiving Full wheelchair access. On-site accessible toilets, Assistance dogs welcome, baby changing facilities. This event has been organised by: Hazel Nicholls on behalf of St Paul s Worship Centre St Stephen on the Cliffs Church: Holmfield Road, Blackpool, FY2 9RB Guided tours of the church building, lasting approximately minutes. This will include the famous Actors Chapel, believed to be one of only two in the world. Saturday 9th September: 10am - 4pm Sunday 10th September: 12.30pm - 4pm Main church fully wheelchair accessible. On-site accessible toilets. Baby changing facilities. This event has been organised by: The Friends of St Stephen on the Cliffs Heritage Open Days 2017: Blackpool and The Fylde Coast 11

12 Stanley Park & Cocker Clock Tower: West Park Drive, Blackpool. Meet outside the Visitor Centre, next to the car park. Discover the hidden histories of Stanley Park, created by the most celebrated architect of the Edwardian era, Thomas H. Mawson. Explore this historic, grade ll* listed park with our heritage guides and climb the Cocker Clock Tower to get a beautiful and unique view of Stanley Park. Max Group Size: 20 The Regent Cinema: Church Street, Blackpool, FY1 3NY Restoration of The Regent. A guided tour with visitors shown footage on the cinema screen of how The Regent has evolved over the last three years. With footage of the journey and images of the building in its heyday. Sunday 10th September: 11am. Full wheelchair access except for Cocker Clock Tower. BOOKING ESSENTIAL: Booking open Mon to Wed 10am - 2pm, Thurs 5pm - 7pm from 31st July to 6th September or by heritageopendaysbfc@gmail.com Contact Details: Tel: This event has been organised by: Blackpool Heritage Guided Tours Tours take place daily between Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th September: 11am and 2.30pm. The Regent is open Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th September: 10am pm No wheelchair access to the cinema and first floor. Ground floor is wheelchair accessible. This event has been organised by: Richard Taylor 10 NEW FOR 2017 Winter Gardens Heritage Talk: Brunswick Room, Queen Street, Blackpool, FY1 1PX See feature advert on opposite page for details. World Healing Centre: 476 Lytham Road, Blackpool, FY4 1JF 12 Heritage Open Days 2017 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast A unique surprise in urban Blackpool of a stunning and original character. A beautiful Edwardian building built in Thursday 7th September: 10am - 4pm and Friday 8th September: 10am - 4pm Partial wheelchair access (ground floor access only). On-site accessible toilets. Contact Details: Tel: This event has been organised by: The World Healing Centre Photo credit: Juliette Gregson

13 Winter Gardens Heritage Talk in the Brunswick Room, Central Library, Blackpool Friday 8th September, 3-4pm Enjoy this wonderful building s history through photographs and information. Includes the Opera House and Empress Ballroom. See and hear about the array of magnificent rooms such as the Spanish Hall, Baronial Hall and Mazzei café. Hear about the development of Blackpool s oldest existing theatre the Pavilion. Includes the Big Wheel, Olympia and much more. - first come, first served. Organised by Blackpool Heritage Champions Did you know the Blackpool Heritage Champions now offer heritage talks in the Community? A new project for 2017, we will come to your venue! Talks include Winter Gardens, Blackpool Tower, Saucy Postcards, Stanley Park and Blackpool Sideshows For information, please visit To book a talk, please contact the Community Heritage Coordinator on or beth.garlington@blackpool.gov.uk Heritage Open Days 2017: Blackpool and The Fylde Coast 13

14 LYTHAM ST ANNES (in alphabetical order) AKS Lytham Independent School: Clifton Drive South, Lytham, St Annes, FY8 1DT Come and discover the 109 year old school building on Clifton Drive South and explore over 300 years of schools histories. (Arnold, KES, QMS,KEQMS) within our archives collection. Tours will leave from the main entrance at 12 noon and 2 pm. We will also be hosting a picnic in the park with hog roast and swing band from 1pm - 4pm on the sunken tennis courts. All are welcome to join us. Booking info: Sunday 10th September: 11am - 3pm Ground floors only accessible to wheelchair-users. On site disabled parking. On site accessible toilets. This event has been organised by: Paul Crouch Fylde Town Hall: St Annes Road West, St Annes, FY8 1LW The Town Hall was built originally as the Southdown Hydro Hotel in 1896 but has been used as Council offices since The interior retains many original features such as Minton tiling, stained glass, marble fireplaces and ornate cornicing. The building houses the Lytham St Annes Art Collection of fine paintings and sculpture. Visitors can join guided tours of the building and see displays by local arts and heritage groups. Saturday 9th September: 10am - 4pm Partial wheelchair access - ramp to front door, supervised lift access available. On site disabled parking. This event has been organised by: Fylde Borough Council with Lytham St Annes Civic Society 14 Heritage Open Days 2017 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast

15 AKS Lytham Independent School Lytham Hall: Ballam Road, Lytham St Annes Come visit Lytham Hall, where the ground floor will be open to the public free of charge, Regency ReJigged will be dancing in the Gold Room and outside tours will be on offer. Sunday 10th September: 11am - 4pm Partial wheelchair access. On-site disabled parking. On-site accessible toilets Contact Details: Tel: This event has been organised by: Heritage Trust for the North West Heritage Open Days 2017: Blackpool and The Fylde Coast 15

16 Lytham Heritage Centre: 2 Henry Street, Lytham St Annes, FY8 5LE Recollections of an Outdoor Painter Watercolours by Pete Slater, and Inspired by Clay Ceramics by Marie Kershaw. Paintings and ceramics by two excellent local artists. The venue also includes a small display about the history of Lytham. Thursday 7th Sunday 10th September: 10am - 4pm Full wheelchair access. On- site disabled toilets. Assistance dogs welcome. This event has been organised by: Hilary Fletcher Lytham Methodist Church: Park Street, Lytham, FY8 5LU Visit around the church and enjoy the organist playing between 12 noon - 2pm on Saturdays only. Thursday 7th to Saturday 9th September: 10.30am - 3pm Full wheelchair access. On-site accessible toilets. Assistance dogs welcome. This event has been organised by: Lytham Methodist Church Lytham Windmill and Old Lifeboat House: The Green, Lytham Lytham s best known landmarks, the Windmill and Old Lifeboat House, contain a seasonal museum with a series of exhibits focussed on mills and milling and the heritage of Lytham St Annes and the Fylde area. The museum which annually attracts over 30,000 visitors from all parts of the world, was established in 1989 by Lytham Heritage Group. It is run voluntarily by the Group s members and houses exhibitions and displays spread over 4 floors including a full size wooden lifeboat and the history of the Grade II Listed building. The basement shows a tableau of life in Victorian Lytham. Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th September: 10.30am pm and 2.00pm pm Partial wheelchair access - Ground floor of mill and Old Lifeboat House only Booking info: This event has been organised by: Lytham Heritage Group 16 Heritage Open Days 2017 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast

17 St Annes-on-Sea Parish Church and Bell Tower: Church Road, St Annes, FY8 3BB St Annes Parish Church, built in 1873, was one of the first buildings in the new town of St Annes and gave the town its name. In 1890 the tower was added and fitted with a fine peal of 8 bells, which ring out every Sunday. A rare opportunity to visit the bell tower, see training equipment in use and try your hand at bell ringing. A chance to also see the World War l Memorial Chapel and the famous St Annes Heritage Mural. Saturday 9th September: 10.30am - 4pm Partial wheelchair access. On-site disabled parking. Assistance dogs welcome. On-site accessible toilets. (Church only). Access to tower via narrow 40 step spiral staircase. For Tower tours please contact Stuart Newton on or stannesbells@aol.com Max Group Size: Tours of the tower are limited to 15 visitors at one time. This event has been organised by: St Annes Parish Church St Annes-on-Sea Parish Church World War l and ll Graveyard Memorial Trail: Church Road, St Annes, FY8 3BB The St Annes Parish Church Graveyard Memorial Trail comprises 44 WWI AND 11 WW2 memorial in the churchyard honouring men who died in service of their country in the two world wars. Each memorial gravestone has a marker board with information about the man, and his background and the circumstances of his death. A trail guide is available online www. stannesparishchurch.org or from the parish office (open 10am - 12pm). Thursday 7th to Saturday 9th September: 10am - 6pm Sunday 10th September:12noon - 6pm Not suitable for wheelchairs. Away from the paths the churchyard is rough ground and can be hazardous when wet. On-site disabled parking. This event has been organised by: St Annes Parish Church The White Church: Clifton Drive, Fairhaven, Lytham St Annes, FY8 1AX A grade ll* listed church building made of white stone in the Byzantine style and completed in It is a local landmark dominating the skyline adjacent to Granny s Bay in Fairhaven. The church contains beautiful stained glass windows that depict biblical scenes, plus other characters and events that have played an important role in Christianity. Thursday 7th to Saturday 9th September: 11am - 4pm, Sunday 10th September: 1pm - 4pm Partial wheelchair access. On-site disabled parking. Assistance dogs welcome. On-site accessible toilets. This event has been organised by: Jan Hirst Heritage Open Days 2017: Blackpool and The Fylde Coast 17

18 FLEETWOOD and WYRE (in alphabetical order) Autumn Birdwatch: Rossall Point Picnic Area and Car Park Join the Rangers as they watch the last of our summer and first wintering birds migrate over Rossall Point. Meet at Rossall Point Picnic area and car park. Sunday 10th September: 9am - 10am Grade: Easy. 1 mile. Bring binoculars Contact Details: Tel: or Parks@wyre.gov.uk for more information This event has been organised by: Wyre Council Cemetery History Walks: Beach Road Fleetwood, FY7 8PH Chance to find out about the heritage of the cemetery and the history of locals buried there. Meet at main entrance gate, can take up to 2hrs. Suitable for families. Thursday 7th September: 10am to 12 noon Contact Details: Tel: This event has been organised by: Wyre Council Cleveleys 1906 Cottage Exhibition Tour: Meet at the corner of Cleveleys Avenue and West Drive, Cleveleys adjacent to the Bowls Club. For 3 months in 1906, the latest ideas in house design were constructed and grouped together as a grand showroom. All 42 of these unique buildings survived both world wars. Join this walking tour to find out more.. Max Group Size: 30 Thursday 7th and Friday 8th September: 10.30am 11.30am Full wheelchair accessible. Parking is available on Cleveleys Avenue (no restrictions apply). BOOKING ESSENTIAL: Booking open Mon to Wed 10am - 2pm, Thurs 5pm - 7pm from 31st July to 6th September or by heritageopendaysbfc@gmail.com Contact Details: Tel: This event has been organised by: Dave Evans Coastal Wildlife Walk: Learn with the Rangers about the coastal environment and the creatures that thrive in the dunes, the natural sea defence abilities of the sand dunes and help us to record the wildlife along the coast. Sunday 10th September: 1pm - 2pm Grade: Easy. Bring binoculars Contact Details: Tel: or or garstangtic@wyre.gov.uk for more information This event has been organised by: Wyre Council 18 Heritage Open Days 2017 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast

19 Euston Park Gardens: The Esplanade Fleetwood The seafront area around the landmark North Euston Hotel is steeped in history - as the place where growth of the town began in the past history of Fleetwood. Find out more about the interesting history of this park and its contents. Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th September: 11.30am, 12 noon and 2pm This event has been organised by: Fleetwood Civic Society Fleetwood Masonic Hall: 32 The Esplanade, Fleetwood Although Freemasonry has flourished in Fleetwood since 1863 when the first lodge, Hesketh Lodge, named after Fleetwood s founder was formed, it was not until March 1956 that local Masons moved into the Masonic Hall on the town s Esplanade. Formerly a 17 bedroom orphanage, it has been transformed into a building which visitors are welcome to enjoy as part of the Heritage Open Days tour. Sunday 10th September: 10am - 4pm Access for disabled users via rear of building off Bold Street This event has been organised by: The Fleetwood Masonic Hall Fleetwood Museum: Queens Terrace, The Esplanade, Fleetwood After the announcement that Lancashire County Council was closing Fleetwood Museum, the Trust, with the backing of Fleetwood Town Council, and our volunteers will continue to run this attraction as an independent museum. Why not take this opportunity to view Harriet, our 1893, Fleetwood built 60 foot fishing smack. She is the last survivor of a once mighty fleet of sixty such vessels, sailing from the Wyre port. Harriet can be viewed in her covered boat hall along with other large artefacts including the last Wyre Light Lantern. Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th September: 10.30am pm. Entrance fee applies at all other times. Access is difficult for those with mobility difficulties. This event has been organised by: the Friends of Fleetwood Museum Heritage Open Days 2017: Blackpool and The Fylde Coast 19

20 Fylde Country Life Museum at Farmer Parrs: Wyrefield Farm, Rossall Lane, Fleetwood, FY7 8JP Farmer Parrs Animal World is a popular tourist attraction in Fleetwood. It is also home to the Fylde Country Life Museum, a large museum arranged over 2 floors containing thousands of local artefacts. Run by volunteers from the Fylde Country Life Preservation Society, it plays a vital role in keeping local history alive. A real hidden gem so why not take a walk down memory lane? The museum also has a small section dedicated to WW1 which includes a recreation of The Somme trenches. Free entry on Friday 8th and Saturday 9th September only: 10am - 5pm Mention HODs at the farm gate for free admission. Normal entry charges apply at all other times. Majority wheelchair accessible. Contact Details: For more information visit This event has been organised by: the Fylde Country Life Preservation Society Lancastrian Transport Trust: Free heritage service connecting all the Heritage Open Days venues along Fleetwood promenade. Sunday 10th September: 1.45pm pm. The service will run every 15 minutes. Vintage Buses are not wheelchair accessible but can be carried on if folded. This event has been organised by: Lancastrian Transport Trust NEW FOR 2017 Lifeboat Station: The Esplanade, Fleetwood Take a look at the lifeboats, equipment and station facilities. There has been a Lifeboat Station in Fleetwood since March View inshore and allweather lifeboat. Sunday 10th September: 10am - 3pm This event has been organised by: RNLI Lower Lighthouse: The Esplanade, Fleetwood A rare chance to see inside and witness the amazing views from the balcony of the Lower Lighthouse. Discover the history of the lighthouses and how they work together to bring sailors, trawlermen and ships safely into port. Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th September: 10am - 4:30pm No wheelchair access. This event has been organised by: Fleetwood Civic Society 20 Heritage Open Days 2017 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast

21 Marine Hall: The Esplanade, Fleetwood, FY7 6HF The Marine Hall will be open all weekend for people to admire this magnificent ballroom with its stunning glass domed ceiling. See how the venue retains the charm and character of its 1930s art deco heritage and find out what s on as we continue to entertain audiences 80 years on from when it first opened. Thursday 9th to Sunday 10th September: 11am - 3pm Full wheelchair access. On-site disabled parking. On-site toilets. Pushchair friendly. Assistance dogs welcome. This event has been organised by: Marine Hall, Fleetwood Memorial Park Heritage Walk: Warrenhurst Rd. Fleetwood (Meet at the Pavilion, Memorial Park) Join Dick Gillingham and Kate Baird for a heritage walk around this Grade II listed Park. Friday 8th September: 2pm pm Grade: Easy Contact Details: Tel: or Parks@wyre.gov.uk for more information This event has been organised by: Wyre Council Mount Pavilion: The Esplanade, Fleetwood A chance to admire fantastic views of Morecambe Bay and the Pennine Hills from the balcony, even the Isle of Man on a clear day. See what you can pick out from the direction finder. The clock on top of the building was presented to Fleetwood in memory of those who lost their lives in the First World War. The internal workings of the clock are on view upstairs and the mechanism can be seen as it strikes every quarter of the hour. Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th September: 10am - 4:30pm Partial wheelchair access. This event has been organised by: Fleetwood Civic Society Nautical Heritage Walk: Lower Lighthouse to Jubilee Quay and Dock Street Walk back in time to discover Fleetwood s proud nautical heritage. From the Fishing Community Memorial near the Lower Lighthouse by the River Wyre to Jubilee Quay and Dock Street. Back to Fleetwood Museum. Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th September: 10.30am and 2.30pm Not suitable for anyone with walking difficulties. Approx. 90 mins This event has been organised by: David Pearce NEW FOR 2017 Heritage Open Days 2017: Blackpool and The Fylde Coast 21

22 North Euston Hotel Cellar Tour: The Esplanade, Fleetwood This is one not to be missed, an eye opening tour of the historic cellars beneath the famous North Euston Hotel The North Euston Hotel was built , to a design by Decimus Burton. During the second half of the 19th century the building was used by the War Department as a School of Musketry; by the end of the century it had reverted to its original purpose. The hotel has been designated a Grade II listed building by English Heritage. Max Group Size: per tour Sunday 10th September: Tours - 12 noon, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm No wheelchair access. On-site accessible toilets. Not suitable for young children. BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL Contact Details: North Euston Hotel, Tel: This event has been organised by: North Euston Hotel Rossall Point, NCI: Outer Promenade, Princes Way, FY7 8PG Take a look at one of Fleetwood s newest buildings and find out about the heritage of Fleetwood`s Coast and Morecambe Bay. Enjoy spectacular views, meet the Wyre Coast and Countryside volunteers and take a short walk to the steps to top of the tower. Take part in our heritage open day semaphore activity when you visit. The National Coastwatch Institute set up by volunteers in 2008 to keep watch over the shifting sands and fast tides of Morecombe Bay is based on the second floor of the tower. See how the volunteers keep watch over the sandbanks and beyond and learn about the work they do and the equipment they use. Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th September: 10am - 4pm Limited access to the observation tower. Contact Details: Tel: or countryside@wyre.gov.uk This event has been organised by: NCI Rossall School: Broadway, Fleetwood FY7 8JW Built in 1844, Rossall School is a traditional coeducational British boarding school, set on a 160-acre campus with striking architecture. Heritage Tours: Public Swim: Coffee Shop: Sunday 10th September: 11am, 1pm & 3pm (Booking required) 3.45pm pm ( 3 per adult, 1.50 per child) 12.30pm - 3pm for the purchase of drinks & light snacks Partial wheelchair access. BOOKING ESSENTIAL for tours Contact Details: Tel: or marketing@rossall.org.uk This event has been organised by: Rossall School 22 Heritage Open Days 2017 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast

23 St Mary s Church: Lord Street, Fleetwood Come and look at this beautiful Grade II listed catholic church. Designed by Edward W Pugin it celebrates the 150th anniversary of its opening this year. It has many stunning stained glass windows. Thursday 7th to Sunday 10th September: 8am - 6pm (Sunday Mass: 8.30am and 10.30am) Full wheelchair access. On-site accessible toilets. Contact Details: parish@stmarys-fleetwood.org.uk This event has been organised by: Rev Michael Murphy, St Mary s Parish Church St Peter s Church: Lord Street (Market end), Fleetwood Is an active Anglican parish church in the Diocese of Blackburn. It was completed in 1841, to a design by Decimus Burton. Burton who had been employed by Peter Hesketh-Fleetwood in 1836 to lay out the new planned town of Fleetwood. It is protected as a Grade II listed building. Light refreshments available to purchase. Friday 8th and Saturday 9th September: 10am - 4:30pm This event has been organised by: St Peter s Church St Wulstan s Church: Poulton Road, Fleetwood FY7 7JY St Wulstan s present church was opened in March 1961 at a cost of 40,000. View the original paintings above the altar in the old church, built in 1925, now behind the stage in the school hall, Saturday 9th September 11am - 3pm (Mass at 10:30am) Sunday 10th September 11am - 3pm (Mass at 10am) This event has been organised by: St Wulstan s Church For a full listing of all the Heritage Open Days in Blackpool, across the Fylde Coast and throughout Lancashire (and further afield) visit: The organisers of the Blackpool and The Fylde Coast Heritage Open Days would like to acknowledge the support of the National Trust, the People s Postcode Lottery, the Councils, the property owners, their staff and volunteer groups - thank you! Heritage Open Days 2017: Blackpool and The Fylde Coast 23

24 Blackpool and The Fylde Coast Heritage Open Days 2017 Also FREE in Blackpool during Heritage Open Days... Blackpool Illuminations on The Promenade Friday 1st September - Sunday 5th November Tel: or go to World Fireworks Championships Promenade between North & Central Piers 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th September. 7:30pm onwards Tel: or go to Fleetwood Civic Society