Behind the Scenes at Blackpool Tower

We are delighted to be hosting an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour of Blackpool Tower on Friday 7 August 2026 at 1.30pm, kindly made possible through the support of Blackpool Council.

Blackpool Tower Ballroom

This is a rare opportunity to discover one of the country’s most celebrated historic landmarks.

This special tour will take visitors around Blackpool Tower and  beyond the public areas to explore the history, architecture and engineering of this remarkable Grade I listed building.

The tour is expected to include the iconic Ballroom, Circus, Tower Top, Silver Landing and a selection of other historic spaces that are accessible on the day. As access to certain areas depends on operational requirements, the exact route may vary.

As there will be a live performance taking place in the Circus, it will not be possible to visit the former animal housing areas beneath the circus auditorium during this tour. Instead, we hope to include a visit behind the magnificent Wurlitzer organ, offering a fascinating opportunity to see some of its historic mechanisms in action.

The tour will last approximately two to two and a half hours, although timings may vary. We recommend allowing until around 4.00pm for the visit to conclude.

We are extremely grateful to Blackpool Council for enabling us to offer this unique opportunity.

THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. If you would like to join the waitlist please email membership@hbap.org.uk.

  • 07 August 2026
  • 1:30pm - 4:00pm
  • The Blackpool Tower, Promenade, Blackpool FY1 4BJ

Tickets

Free (with optional donation) for HB&P Members / £7 Non-Members

Cancellation Policy

Refunds are available for cancellations made 7 or more business days prior to the event.

Accessibility

Please note that access to the area behind the Wurlitzer involves stairs and is not wheelchair accessible. The principal areas of the tour are accessible via alternative routes, although these may be longer due to the historic nature of the building.

  • 07 August 2026
  • 1:30pm - 4:00pm
  • The Blackpool Tower, Promenade, Blackpool FY1 4BJ

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