Blackpool Tower
On the list as Tower Buildings
Many listed buildings are private homes. Please enjoy them from the street.
About Blackpool Tower
Blackpool Tower, listed as Tower Buildings, is one of 1 Grade I listed buildings in Blackpool and about 9,341 in England. It was listed on 10 October 1973, and its entry was last amended on 20 October 1983. It stands in the Town Centre conservation area, designated in 1984. Within 400 metres are 9 other listed buildings.
What it isObservation tower and entertainment complex in Blackpool, Lancashire, England, UK. From Wikidata (CC0). Read about it on Wikipedia ↗
HERead the official list entryHistoric England’s description of the building, its history and why it is listed · List entry 1205810↗Grade I is for buildings of exceptional interest, about 2.5% of all listed buildings in England. Listing protects the whole building, inside and out: changes need listed building consent from the council.
Make it a walk: 5 listed buildings in about 15 minutes
Blackpool · about 0.5 miles on foot, as the crow flies
Questions about Blackpool Tower
Is Blackpool Tower listed?
Yes. Tower Buildings is listed Grade I on the National Heritage List for England (list entry 1205810), first listed on 10 October 1973.
Can you visit Blackpool Tower?
Many listed buildings are private homes; this one can be seen from the street.
Is Blackpool Tower in a conservation area?
Yes, the Town Centre conservation area, designated in 1984.
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