The Platform
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The Platform
Music, comedy, dance, drama and children’s shows in an Edwardian railway station, opposite Morecambe’s famous Midland Hotel.
What's on near The Platform
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Afternoon Tea at Blackpool Tower Ballroom
Step into the majestic Blackpool Tower Ballroom for an experience like no other. With stunning architecture, live music and treats galore, Afternoon Tea here is highly recommended.
From £60.00
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Turtle Feeding Experience at SEA LIFE Blackpool
Come face to face with SEA LIFE Blackpool’s hungriest resident. This unique experience gives you the chance to feed Phoenix the green sea turtle and learn about this endangered species.
From £75.00
My New Band Believe at The Golden Lion
Former black midi bassist Cameron Picton fronts a project that’s equal parts lush chamber pop and feral, goading chaos.
From £18.00
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Halloween Ghost Trains at East Lancashire Railway
Steam trains, jump scares and swamp monsters. This East Lancashire Railway experience ticks a lot of boxes this October Half Term.
From £15
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Selected Works: Table Top Shakespeare at Shakespeare North Playhouse
A salt and pepper pot for the king and queen. A ruler for the prince. Shakespeare, brilliantly reimagined through kitchen clutter.
From £5.00
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Making A Mark: Artworks From The Studio Prints Collection at Victoria Gallery and Museum
45 prints from one of Britain’s most important printmaking studios go on public display in Liverpool for the first time since entering the university’s collection.
Free entry
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Peaky Blinders Liverpool Walking Tour
Throughout this extended walking tour, fans can trace the Shelby family’s rise through the streets that doubled as smoky post war Britain.
From £42.40
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Beatles Liverpool Walking Tour
From the waterfront to the heart of the Cavern Quarter, fans can follow in the footsteps of John, Paul, George and Ringo.
From £28.62Where to go near The Platform
Morecambe
Morecambe Bay
A significant natural landmark along the west coast, Morecambe Bay is home to an open-water swimming group who have over 2000 members.
Lancashire
Morecambe Artist’s Wall
This technicolour mural along the Morecambe pier brings local artists’ talent to the forefront of the seaside town.
Morecambe
Reel Cinema Morecambe
The Reel Cinema Morecambe, formerly known as The Apollo Cinema, is situated near Morecambe Bay.
Morecambe
Midland Hotel, Morecambe
The Midland Hotel in Morecambe is famous for its curved Art Deco shape.
Morecambe
Morecambe Winter Gardens
The Grade II listed Morecambe Winter Gardens opened its doors to the public on 17 July 1897 designed to be both a grand variety theatre and a concert hall.
Morecambe
Bay Cycle Way
The Bay Cycle Way is a perfect introduction to long-distance cycling, and passes through some of the UK’s most beautiful coastline.
Morecambe
Winter Gardens Theatre
Formerly the Victoria Pavillion Concert Hall and Variety Theatre, opened in 1897, the Winter Gardens theatre’s stage has hosted the likes of Dame Julie Andrews and The Who. The stunning interior is being slowly restored.
Morecambe
SHIP
at Half Moon Bay
at Half Moon Bay
A striking Corten steel sculpture by artist Anna Gillespie celebrating Morecambe’s maritime heritage. Outdoors, and perfect for walkers.
Morecambe
White Elephant Gallery
White Elephant gallery is a radical art space that has set out to bring cutting-edge contemporary art to the seaside town of Morecambe.
Morecambe
Secret Bistro
at The Palatine
at The Palatine
Secret Bistro at The Palatine serves delicious fresh food in a relaxed environment overlooking the stunning Morecambe Bay.
Morecambe
The Old Pier Bookshop
A family- run, independent, disorganised, second hand bookshop, situated on Morecambe sea front.
Lancashire
Edgelands Gallery
Edgelands Gallery in Morecambe is a beautiful studio and gallery, regularly displaying high quality artwork.
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