Bewitching Blackpool

For all the places that I had been in England, the seaside town of Blackpool seems to implant a deep impression in my memories. It seems the most unlikely of choices, because apart from the numerous theme parks and piers there, the town looks like any other town. However, I am mysteriously deeply attracted to this small town.

Blackpool tower.

It was a random choice to select this serene town as a place to have a visit during one random weekend.
As mentioned, there were not a lot of attractions to mention. However, I am happy to go anywhere, since it was a weekend. And it was just around 30 miles from Liverpool, where we were studying.

Anyways, the journey was a blur to me. I honestly cannot remember any part of it. The memories actually started to come back when we stopped in front of Sacred Heart Church. It was showering at the time. We had no clue where we were in Blackpool and the boys decided to scout in front with the girls hugging each other at a corner, hiding from the rain. Eventually, we mapped and figured out the place, and decided to march to the promenade  , where the city centre is. The first attraction in sight was the Blackpool tower (unknowingly to us at that time). We had breakfast at McD's, before heading to the piers.

The weather was cooling at the time. Rain and drizzle took turns and it was windy with the sea breezes consistently hitting us. We stop by at one of the amusement centres to avoid a sudden heavy rain, and spent a few hours playing games there.

Coral Island, one of the amusement centres.

As the sky brighten up around 10am, we took the wet road again. Most of us split into groups. Me and my usual mates start the journey from the North Pier and headed south.

One of the things that contribute my liking to Blackpool was the beach. It easily reminded me of the beaches of Tanjung Feringhi in Penang.

Us at Centre Pier.

Heading further, we reached South Pier, where the Pleasure Beach theme park was. As the gang decided to hit the amusement machines once more, I chose to take a walk further down the seaside promenade. It was very relaxing to do so and I have the fondest memories of Blackpool during the long walk.

The calming scenes during the walk. Another reminder of Penang, where Gurney Drive is.

As evening approaches, we decided to call it time for our day trip. It was slightly a regretful decision, as later I realized that the town actually came to life during night.

I actually made it my first priority to visit Blackpool once again with the next opportunity to visit the UK. Hope it arrives sooner than later. =)