Blackpool
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| Blackpool | |
 Blackpool shown within the United Kingdom |
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| Area | 13.5 sq mi (34.92 km²) |
|---|---|
| Population | 142,700[1] |
| OS grid reference | |
| Unitary authority | Blackpool |
| Ceremonial county | Lancashire |
| Region | North West |
| Constituent country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Police | |
| Fire | |
| Ambulance | North West |
| European Parliament | North West England |
| Website: http://www.blackpool.gov.uk/ | |
| List of places: England • Lancashire | |
Coordinates: 53°48′52″N 3°03′20″W / 53.8144°N 3.0556°W
Blackpool is a seaside town in Lancashire, in the north west of England. The town is on the coast of the Irish Sea. Blackpool had a population of 142,283 as of the 2001 census.[2]
Blackpool became important for tourism during the 19th century. It is known for its beaches and amusement parks. It is also the home to a famous international ballroom dancing competition.
[change] References
- ↑ Census, 2006
- ↑ "About the population in Blackpool". blackpool.gov.uk. http://www.blackpool.gov.uk/blackpoolhbss/population.html. Retrieved 30 June 2010.
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