Heritage Open Days
Fri 18 Sept
|Church of St. Stephen on the Cliffs


Time & Location
18 Sept 2026, 12:00 – 20 Sept 2026, 18:00
Church of St. Stephen on the Cliffs, Holmfield Rd, Blackpool FY2 9RG, UK
About the event
We will be hosting an exhibition curated by Ken Bowe, looking at 100 years of Variety Performance in Blackpool, as well as welcoming you to the home of the famous 'Actors Chapel' with names from George Formby to Tessie O'Shea immortalised in it.
On Sunday evening there is a beautiful Choral Evensong at 6pm, followed by a sparkling wine reception in the hall, before we are entertained by the fantastic Anthony Mason appearing as George Formby, as he strums his little ukulele through the exploits of Mr Wu, whilst showing a cheeky aspect when cleaning windows. Lampposts will be leant on and no doubt Grandad's flannelette night shirt will get an airing! There is no charge for anything, and teas are available.
Friday 12.30pm to 5pm
Saturday 10am to 4pm
Sunday 12 noon to 5pm, 6pm Choral Evensong followed by sparkling wine reception with entertainment for Anthony Masson
