Kicking off in Blackpool: Friday Night

I was expecting a quiet night walking around Blackpool town centre in January, but there was a bit of trouble on Talbot Road involving three police vans and an ambulance.
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[@poppyk6182]

I think a lot of pubs are suffering now. People are drinking more at home I think.

[@TheGodParticle]

Well where I live it's about £5 for a pint of average lager, if I want a cheap pint I'll have to head to the next town but then the people there are a little rough lol

[@booth2710]

@@TheGodParticle bars in London now anything up to £8 for a pint

[@stuartb4525]

Yes most people drink at home now. Much cheaper. I go to a football supporters club, pint is £3.60, quite reasonable, but no atmosphere, no music, just the array of screens showing football or whatever else is going on. Oh the good thing men only lol😂😂😂😂😂

[@Boilingfrogg]

"Staying in is the new going out" propaganda created by the media

[@michaelmcgill-uu5ox]

@@stuartb4525 i support a team called maryhill f.c in glasgow our club is 2.50 bottled beer 3 pound pint happy days 😄

[@janobyrne2424]

Sad that the lights have been taken down but they'll be back next year. I think places are shut to refurbish and get ready for next season. Harry Ramsdens is over rated Stephen, disappointed last time I visited. People haven't got any spare money after Christmas so cut back on pub visits. Thanks for going out in the cold to do the video for us Stephen.😊😊😊

[@denisebell8422]

Every time I hear police sirens I think it's kicking off lol 😂😂

[@martinwebb1681]

Nice video ... 👍... Seeing the bus in your video reminded me that the buses in Blackpool are still run by the council, which is a rarity indeed, most areas of the UK buses now being owned by the major bus groups "Stagecoach, First bus and Arriva", Blackpool transport was founded in 1885 by Blackpool borough council and still owned today. Buses and trams operated, something Blackpool should be proud of running its own public transport fleet. Your videos are very watchable Stephen, so I'll be hitting that subscribe button. 🙂

[@ms.b8724]

Stephen! I didn't know that Valentine's Day is celebrated on February the 8th, in Blackpool! 'Lovely night walk, very nice to see what Blackpool looks like today, thank you.

[@stephenwood9104]

Great video Stephen, can't believe how quiet Blackpool is on a Friday night

[@sandradowling4605]

Lilys fish and chips...had last week....totally superb. Plus dogs are allowed.

[@harveydent73]

I always say "It's Kicking off" everytime I hear sirens now.

[@stuartwaby3081]

Problem with pub's is the prices, £5 for a pint, we hardly go out now, drink at home for £6 4 bottles of quality ale from the supermarket, if the prices came down more folks would use the pub's again.

[@stuartwaby3081]

@@Vincent-jl6vu Your point is? Master of the bleeding obvious...

[@TuxedoPanther]

Thankfully we didn't see any fighting or anyone getting hurt. Thanks for the updates, stay safe my friend 💕 👍

[@jebusxxl]

Getting me through another night shift again mate, love the videos

[@number6ix929]

Hope your shift goes well and you get a good kip tomorrow, from a fellow shift worker.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Glad to hear it

[@marymand4859]

They probably have to keep the tower lit up so that Police Helicopters don't crash into it Stephen

[@Christina-ge3xr]

Or the UFOs 😊

[@RB-jq6gh]

Remember when I used to walk through town in the 80s you used to see a lot of couples holding on to each other..also parents with their children going to family events..What's happened?.😢

[@richardjones8699]

Sad isn't it!!?

[@booth2710]

--I remember int he mid 90s a group of us from work went up to Blackpool for a weekend, from London. The Saturday night we walked through the town centre on our way to a club. When we turned the coner in to the main precinct there was the biggest brawl I had ever seen in my life going on. The whole precinct was alive with people scrapping and bouncting each other off shop windowns - boys and girls. We just bunched up toghether and gingelrly ran the gauntlet as we passed through it sheliding our faces from the heat - as it were. We almost made it to to the other end when suddely about 20 riot squad vans pulled up at each end of the precinct and blcoked the roads off. Riot police in full riot squaed poured out of the vans and then got in amonsgt it all. We made it through the whole thing and came out at the other side and were never so relieved to get the club! We weren't sure i f we were going to be mangled in the brawl or bashed and beaten by riot squad for a minute!

[@markdoyle1408]

Immigration and cocaine

[@davidmonkman1767]

I live in blackpool just 15 mins walk and it's changed alot since the 80s. The pubs and clubs are more noisier now than then. I suppose its a new generation now.

[@bengaltiger1289]

Wasn't Techno a thing in the 80s?

[@DaveBeaven-tx2tp]

It’s chav generation now.

[@bigprob8744]

Always think it looks dead compared to our days, same everywhere today pub, club scene dying

[@johnrobertson8263]

too expensive@@bigprob8744

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

@@bengaltiger1289 90’s for me

[@jonathanbowles2577]

Good Morning Steve. Yes, very sad to see the streets so dark and quiet. There is still one or two bars sort just about still running. Like you saying, it is the Cost of Living now is so very Expensive. I do not blame people not wanting to go out anymore. I could not believe seeing so many places closed now. Must be very hard to keep open when the foot has gone down. So many pubs, are closing now. It is really the sign of the times, that are living in now. People, just want to stay at home now, it is there little Heaven and they have a drink or two relaxing on there sofa. It is a much better and cosier place for them. My Heart goes out to those poor and weak people without a roof over there heads. There are still Human Beings, they should be looked after and given a bed and some Hot Food and a Drink. Thank you Steve for sharing your movie. Look after yourself my Friend. Keep warm.

[@ellistolchard4400]

I think you should have paid a bit more attention when you was at school.

[@robertjarrett9562]

21:43 another good video Stephen. January the worst month of the year. I live in a small southern town ( Bexhill on sea east Sussex) and it is pretty quiet all year round but in January it is completely dead but I notice the effect this month has on Blackpool and because it's normally busy it seems to be exaggerated more . You are right about the cost of living crisis having an effect with people having a drink more at home which is a shame because going out for a drink has always been the social side of life so let's hope this crisis doesn't last much longer and Blackpool gets what it deserves LOTS of holidaymakers 👍 .

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks Robert.

[@mildredschulz]

Nice to see you back in Blackpool. It’s quiet this month because everything is closed and I think the people need a break after Christmas. nobody wants to come when everything is closed. and it still goes dark early. But there’s still always something kicking of somewhere in Blackpool. Have a nice Sunday Stephen 👍🥰❤️

[@fs357mag]

We need “It’s Kicking Off In Blackpool” AWOTWS T-shirts. 🙏🏻

[@thedigitalemotion]

I was just about to post the same thing until I saw your post lol

[@shnicky4ever]

Just said to my other half I want a T-shirt with that slogan on! Great minds and all that 😉

[@carradalebear4446]

Las Vegas of the North is more like the Tundra😂😂

[@karenchambers8825]

I love it when you say its kicking off, thank you for sharing

[@yvonnesmith8409]

Love ❤️ these videos and hearing about the olden days! Good to see you go past my work B&Ms

[@chrislennon4298]

Hi Stephen enjoying the videos as always😊. We are coming to blackpool in September this year for my sons 18th birthday. Looking forward to coning down especially for the illuminations. 😊😊😊

[@davidnm21]

It’s looking dark and bleak in Blackpool Stephen everyone has gone home. Let’s get the summer here again and it will kick off yet again.

[@susanlitherland698]

Hi 👋 Steven Another fantastic video 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@wisher21uk]

Brilliant thanks Steve 😊

[@David80081]

Can’t believe how quiet the town center is back in my day ( 70$ ) after the season ended all the locals would come out and play ,most had been working for the season , so now it was their time to play and have a great time , we would go to Jenks wine loge 007 Adam and Eve , we would drink in the Blue Room , just can’t understand why they didn’t come out and have a good deserved time .

[@johnrobertson8263]

gone Spain etc

[@outlaw4941]

It's all kicking off in Blackpool 😅 another interesting great video Steven 👍

[@lparky4409]

Pub owners are probably in the Canary Islands for their winter sun holidays and trying out the cheap booze.

[@uk-martin4905]

When I lived in Blackpool the hoteliers complained bitterly about each season but most, it seemed, were weighed down by their gold trinkets and they could always afford their fortnight in the Canaries. It was hard to be sympathetic.

[@user-vc5mc5uv4u]

thanks Stephen for another great video

[@VegasMilgauss]

Looking forward to the Valentine’s Day stream on Feb 8th.

[@johnrobertson8263]

lol

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

🤣🤣🤣

[@anthonymorris1360]

Thanks for your video! Doing what I would rather not do of an evening :)

[@junelaw4162]

Blackpool by the sea did go on and on sad the illuminations have been turned off but back to normal now I don’t think you can beat Pablos they been going for years arrrr me Premier Inn nice and quiet ❤ lively tour really enjoyed it till the next one 😊

[@michaelbutcher3563]

The Layton Rakes...my favourite pub in Blackpool.

[@simon3824]

Certainly good value!😊

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

I've been known to go in there the odd time. In fact, I go in there more than the other two pubs.

[@kevinproctor1979]

I love your BP Videos we come to BP twice a year from Northeast Scotland

[@guypickup4966]

Thanks,such a mix of different businesses,and interesting buildings ,a magnet for so many folk, popular culture,and fresh sea air.👍

[@danielcaton2919]

Cost of living ? whilst the money Laundering shops keep on going! Barbers during day and kebab shops at night country has gone to shite !

[@carradalebear4446]

Just like your comment

[@jacquelinemccann1493]

Thanks Stephen for another great video counting down again until i come down in September to my home from home 😊

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks Jacqueline 🙏

[@shaneobrien2257]

Anyone remember when Papa’s used to be The Ship’s Wheel Fish and Chip Restaurant/takeaway? I worked there in 1986. The takeaway was open till 0400. Was very busy. It was owned by a chap called Jack Handley, he’ll be long gone now. Les Dawson was his neighbour in St Anne’s. He used to come in at lunchtime to eat. Entertained all the customers with his antics. Happy memories 😊

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

I don't remember that, but I do know where Les Dawson lived on Islay Road, Ansdell.

[@peterkearns665]

That was a really good vlog Stephen, good to see it was a night time walkabout! I hope that you and your family have a 2024 filled with happiness and peace! Looking forward to more great content from you and your team...

[@paulpayton8238]

Thanks for sharing this Stephen interesting it's hard times for us all especially at the moment

[@chrisw9643]

Love these videos. ❤

[@neilrobinson5115]

We want more Beer Monsters around,Entertainment,there all having an afternoon nap before the evening session.Great video Stephen.

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

The beer monsters will return! 🍺🍺🍺

[@neilrobinson5115]

@@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool Definately,cheap entertainment through the winter months Stephen 🍸🥃🍹🍸

[@wendyjones2351]

Hi Stephen thank you for another great video as always yes seemed a lot quieter but that's to be expected it will pick up again soon the tower looks stunning as always have a great evening xx

[@Cockermadman]

Not much of a romantic Stephen if you don't know when valentine's Day is.😂

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

I’d make a hopeless romantic lol 😂

[@mrtiabrown]

Love to live There

[@anthonygiglio9860]

And Ice cream Shops Have A Great Night Steve 😊

[@adrianwade2185]

Never had any trouble as yet..Just keep my head down.

[@elizabethdonnelly6451]

Very quite 😮

[@user-no9ok2zy5u]

😂 we just love you 🥰

[@user-mr1hi5bt2j]

Love watching your videos

[@Andy5634]

Love the video stephen as always top content.shame about the christmas market and illuminations going but be back before you no it as time goes so quick x look forward to your next upload 🎉

[@dianeshepherd7913]

Jan is the refurb month, bad weather, thanks for the walk around 😊

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

You’re welcome 😊

[@karenfoster149]

Great video Stephen ..poor Blackpool looks forlorn lol ..I really enjoyed our few day way in BLP end of November looking forward to coming again when weather gets better and definitely be there for the soul weekends ....

[@martincook1331]

I really enjoy your videos you do such a fantastic job keep up the good work for us all, 👍

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks Martin.

[@AudiophileTommy]

She said ‘’got any gum ‘’ and you didn’t help her ,you just walked away 🎉😘😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣

[@julieheath4369]

Valentine’s Day is 14th February not the 8th February

[@sonny2004]

Nice vid all the best for 2024 Stephen 😀

[@georgesmellie8717]

Thanks again for another great vlog Stephen i hope you are well at last you got to where it was all kicking off lol

[@kkrispy2009P]

Happy new year George

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Thanks George.

[@russ7151]

Great video

[@jaywelsh570]

Another good video

[@deborahnessbert1891]

Great walk around again, sad the lights have gone out 😫😫

[@elizabethhackett4133]

My dad loved Johnny Cash too Stephen ❤️

[@jedlinnen6528]

Food prices appear to have stabilized after a year seeing an increase of fifty per cent on the contents of our shopping baskets. Either that or they are taking a little break in Blackpool. I hope not.

[@michaelstaunton1632]

Always enjoy the night walkabout you do on the channel 👍👍👍

[@hugoagogo4324]

Hi Stephen I think it's so depressing when jan/Feb come around and when lights have gone it looks awful till you get used to the lights not being on

[@TheRealBossOfYou]

I love it at this time of year. I can easily get to work, I can take my dog along the prom without crowds of pissed idiot tourists. I can take my kid to the park and she can actually get on the swing as it’s not over crowded. No stag or hen groups screaming obscenities sexualising everything in front of kids. Closed season is bliss

[@gthbtn]

I got what you meant by opening for Valentine's Day on the 8th Stephen... So many people commenting "it's the 14th!" 😂 Guess they have all bought into the notion you MUST go out on VD itself and not when it's convenient.

[@JohnSavage-qw4lp]

I do miss Christmas by the sea NOT. 😂😂😂

[@neilrobinson5115]

Not short of pubs,no wonder there’s problems in Blackpool,like other towns,Booze causes so many problems

[@marktmdyorkshire7610]

I'd love to bump into you when I'm in Blackpool. I have enjoyed watching your videos for a while now. Not been since around 2017

[@tinniswood2577]

Thanks for that. January a dead month for a pub crawl.

[@ronnierocket1819]

great video, the pub trade is allways quiet after xmas, for 1 month.people have to save to pay off the credit card .😆

[@kelhorner-zd5iq]

We have been looking for you out and about this weekend but unfortunately not seen you about 😢😢

[@carolsmith6012]

Great video as always,Valentines day ❤,falls on the same day as Ash Wednesday, anybody giving anything up

[@lparky4409]

Just have to have the valentine's chocs the day before to scoff them before you give them up for lent on Wednesday, lol. Not to mention the pancakes.

[@kimmatthews9293]

You go Steve 😊😊😊😊😊

[@JasonYeo-jj3sb]

It's all kicking off in blackpool Steve

[@andrewyeo2353]

Lt was jumping up and down

[@JasonYeo-jj3sb]

@@andrewyeo2353 I bet he was does BT know who was fighting in blackpool firiday 7pm

[@andrewyeo2353]

@@JasonYeo-jj3sb yes he does

[@wezseasider]

Catholic club is on Queen St. lol. Great video, love your channel

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

My bad pal.

[@clarkmilligan7153]

Zoe used to say in the old funnies in queen street if u dont like the show get yerself up to catholic club lmao another great video

[@nigelstringerNVS]

Nice videos again Stephen, I bet Ardwick is open, miss Blackpool but I’ll be back.

[@lizziegibirdi2212]

I laughed at what you said at the cashpoint your quite funny Stephen 🤣🤣🤣

[@TheRealBossOfYou]

My favourite time of year. No tourists ruining the town.

[@tommoxerrey5522]

Good video stay safe,

[@mikewright447]

you have to wonder that at what point the council will say no more bars , or re they just knocking stuff down to create more bar spaces ?.

[@lawrencewatters5448]

Never thought the mitre ever be closed

[@booth2710]

They shoud give them somewhere warm if it gets below 8C never mind zero!

[@andrewkerry4200]

Good video I come to blackpool regularly it's a great seaside resort every thing for all age groups to be honest I think C Fresh is a really good chippy my favorite I bet coral island was open never closes. It was nice to see blackpool out season as I've never seen it like that

[@Nansen1981]

Hi Stephen, I remember going to Blackpool with my mum when I was a little kid. Wasn’t there a station on Dickson Road? Great to see you are still at it (making great vids) take care my friend 👏👏👏👏

[@AWalkontheWildSideBlackpool]

Yes, North Station entrance used to be on Dickson Road.

[@andyjenno]

Hi Stephen, sad to see it so quiet, I will soon be busy again 👍

[@edwardharrington678]

Good video Stephen. Will soon be the tourist season again..By the way,Valentines day is the 14th of Feb.Lol.

[@Belinda-tc8qv]

I love your videos Stephen 😂 you crack me up 😂😂😂 love abba btw 😂 love from sunny south africa from an ex devonshire maid ❤❤❤

[@andymagicman1]

Do you know there's a big event at the winter gardens mid February Stephen. The annual Blackpool Magic Convention. 4000 attendees from all over the world.

[@scouse_till_i_die]

I really do miss Blackpool I haven’t been for a couple of years now . Hope I can bump into yourself and McMaster but you lads a beer

[@richardhinchliffe1678]

Nice little video thanks again Stephen did you find out what was kicking off with the police or you still non the wiser

[@stevenwade7466]

People can say what they want about Blackpool, but at least if someone beats you up they call for an ambulance. You cant say that about many areas.

[@davidemmerson7072]

Stephen, not sure if you watched it but on TPTV yesterday they had a Baine collection film on Blackpool. Some great footage from 1960.

[@michaeljohnson5365]

Blackpool used to be a really good place to spend a holiday but now its gone downhill badly and run down

[@badgerboy4448]

Least Blackpool still has a Marks and Spencer's. Most are closing down. Bolton's has gone. Blackburns is closing down.

[@sarahillingworth2718]

Look forward to coming on 18th of February 👍

[@tonyireland8895]

Nice flames cap.

[@alico5793]

Hi SWEP is severe weather emergency protocol. It is a power that local authorities have to accommodate individuals that are homeless but not in priority need. Hope that makes sense 😊

[@tonystephen6312]

2:50 lol.. The parlour district!