![]() This is a great opportunity to get out that old rusty bike and cycle along the prom with the family. You can cycle the Illuminations to and from any point along Blackpool Promenade from Starr Gate in the South to Red Bank Road some 10 kilometres north. 2.The mountain of equipment is worth 10 million. So if you are lucky you could find yourself on TV! Blackpool Illuminations Facts 1.The Blackpool Illuminations cost 2.4 million to stage. events promotion to encourage people to take up cycling.In 2009 it was estimated that 8000 people took part! In 2010 Sky TV are filmed the event to be screened as part of their Ride the lights has been held each year since 2006 and the number of cycles grows each year. The Pleasure Beach staff had kindly volunteered their time to give people this fantastic new experience. Nickelodeon and Blackpool Pleasure Beach characters were in attendance from 7-10pm for cyclists only. ![]() Riders who detour into the Pleasure Beach were be greeted by a live DJ set. In 2019 for the fourth time, riders were able to detour through the Blackpool Pleasure Beach via it's North Enterance. Riders can cycle as much or as little of the course as they choose. The route runs the full length of the Illuminations from Starr Gate, in the South all the way through to Red Bank Road at the North with riders able to go in either direction or join the ride at any point on the promenade. Radio Wave presenters will be hosting the main stage of live music and fun. There is entertainment taking place at the Ride the Lights hub located on the Tower Festival Headlands opposite The Blackpool Tower. ![]() It has become a firm favourite with residents and visitors alike.Īs well as getting the chance of a first look at the Illuminations ahead of Switch On, cyclists are able to enjoy riding on the Promenade without having to worry about cars. The free event is getting more and more popular each year and is attended by thousands of people. ![]()
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