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Advantages: Well done, interesting exhibition
Disadvantages: Based on the film, not the fab books

…of the somewhat fashionable end of Blackpool lies a small, unregarded exhibition. The Hitchhiker's Guide To The Galaxy world consists of an excellent Radio series, a trilogy of 5 books, a delightfully bad BBC TV adaptation and, most recently, a somewhat dodgy film. I like them all, though in that order of preference, and have listened to and read and watched each more than once. As luck would have it, though, it's the last of these - the somewhat ...
...is the subject of a new exhibition which until recently was spending its days at the Science Museum in London and is now, for some obscure reason, based at Blackpool Zoo. Following our slightly underwhelming visit to the local Doctor Who museum on the promenade we decided that this couldn't be any worse than that and spend Easter Sunday morning having a nosy round the HHGTG set up. Blackpool Zoo was the venue for many years of school trips when ... Read review

Advantages: the architectual aspect is amazing
Disadvantages: not always garunteed profesional dancers

The tower ballroom is absolutely amazing to see. The whole of blackpool tower is another experience it is just really fantastic. Its for all ages young and old. I think that the great thing about this is that if there is some really profesional ballroom dancers in then the whole place just comes alive. I think this a really amazing experience and the architectual aspect of the building is a must see. If i can remeber rightyl i think it also has a ...
...be admired. I think the tower is very good value for money and if you are thinking for going to blackpool do not pass up the chance to go the tower. If you do go to the tower please do not miss this exirence the dancers are amazing and well worth the money. Trust me x ... Read review

Advantages: Fantastic day out.
Disadvantages: None.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach is an absolutley fabulous day out. I vist Blackpool Pleasure Beach about 5 or 6 times a year, every year, and I love it so much. There is such a wonderful atmosphere about it. It's the perfect day out for thrill seekers, as there are big rides there like The Pepsi Max Big One and the parks most recently opened ride Infusion. Not forgetting the Irn Bru revolution, and the Ice Blast. Pleasure beach is also a perfect place for ...
...dance on the dance machines (A personal favourite of mine) or shoot some zombies on House Of The Dead 4. You can purchase an unlimited rides wristband from £25 for adults, and £18 for children. Please note that these prices may vary. Blackpool is the perfect family day out. ... Read review

Advantages: The whole day can be spent in the Tower
Disadvantages: Very expensive

The Blackpool Tower is one of the main tourist attractions in Blackpool, situated on the promenade. The Tower was built in 1894 and in height it stands at 158m (518ft) tall, The Blackpool Tower can be seen from other places such as Morecambe Bay and in September the Tower is illuminated which is a beautiful sight. I have visited Blackpool on several occasions and each time I have made a point to go to the Tower, there are a number of activities ...
...the years Blackpool Tower has changed in many ways and it is as enjoyable now as it was when I first visited Blackpool. The Tower Ballroom - The Tower Ballroom has been in the Tower from 1897, the ballroom is absolutely amazing and has held shows such as Strictly Come Dancing among others, there are also shows held in the Ballroom on certain nights of the week, visitors can enjoy the music from the organ or watch the dancing and they can even join ... Read review

Advantages: Theme, Effects, Drops
Disadvantages: Nothing

Valhalla Facts At a cost of £15million, it is Britain's biggest privately funded millennium investment. Valhalla is built on the site of the famous Fun House, which was destroyed by fire in 1991. Many of the specially-created 'show action' effects have never before been used on amusement park rides. Valhalla incorporates fire, water, snow, thunder and lightning effects with riders experiencing extremes of temperature from minus 20C to 110F. ...
...used to propel up to 2,000 riders per hour. The man-made waterfall spanning 30 metres cascades at 12,000 gallons per minute and is continuously recycled. Valhalla Details Valhalla was named as the 'Best Water Ride' in the world in the 2005 Golden Ticket Theme Park Awards. This spectacular £15 million pound development, Valhalla is currently the world's longest dark ride featuring amazing special effects, sudden drops and rises (and falls) ... Read review