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About North Pier Theatre

Welcome to North Pier Theatre, now renamed Joe Longthorne Theatre, a historic pier venue at the end of Blackpool North Pier. With a single-level auditorium offering an intimate view of performances from a variety of acts, this venue has hosted legendary names such as Frankie Vaughan, Morecambe and Wise, Tessie O'Shea, and Joe Longthorne. The theatre sits on the vibrant Blackpool promenade, combining classic stage charm with convenient access for visitors staying in nearby hotels and dining at local eateries.

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Accessibility, parking, and transportation details help you plan a smooth visit to the Joe Longthorne Theatre. While the public seating chart isn’t widely published, the auditorium remains a single level, enhancing sightlines from different areas. There’s no on-site car park, but nearby options like the Metropole Hotel Car Park on the Promenade are within walking distance. Public transport is convenient: the nearest rail is Blackpool North, with tram and bus stops within about 150 meters. Nearby hotels such as Premier Inn Blackpool North Pier and Hotel Neon Blackpool offer convenient stays for theatre goers. The venue’s heritage and ongoing status on the Theatres Trust registry reflect its cultural importance and ongoing preservation needs.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Capacity: 1,465 seats (current) at the Joe Longthorne Theatre.
  • Address: The Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, England (FY1 1NE).
  • Venue type: Pier theatre located at the end of Blackpool North Pier; seating is on a single level.
  • Seating chart: Public seating chart not widely published; auditorium is a single-level arrangement.
  • Parking: No on-site car park; nearby public car parks within ~200 m (e.g., Metropole Hotel Car Park) on the Promenade.
  • Transit: Nearest rail is Blackpool North; tram stop and bus stop are within ~150 m of the venue.
  • Nearby hotels: Premier Inn Blackpool North Pier nearby; Hotel Neon Blackpool nearby.
  • Notable events hosted: Acts including Frankie Vaughan, Morecambe and Wise, Tessie O'Shea, and Joe Longthorne have performed there.
  • Renamed: Theatre renamed to Joe Longthorne Theatre in 2020 (formerly North Pier Theatre).
  • Status: Open but listed as at risk on Theatres Trust registry due to pier condition.