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Blackpool Ranks Second Best UK Town for World Cup Pub Viewing
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Blackpool has been named as one of the best places to watch the World Cup in pubs, with some of the cheapest pints and the most beer gardens across the UK. The town ranks second nationally, combining the UK's second-cheapest pint at £3.50 with 48 pubs per 100,000 people showing live football. It also has the second-highest number of beer gardens per 100,000 people at 43, while the average price of a soft drink is £1.43. Dudley took the top spot, with 55 pubs and bars per 100,000 people and 57 beer gardens per 100,000. Portsmouth is third, supported by strong pub availability, low rainfall, and high summer sunshine. Featured venues include The Velvet Coaster with a rooftop terrace, Central Pier's Terrace Bar with large outdoor seating and sea views, and the Beach House with spectacular Irish Sea views.

Blackpool has been named as one of the best places to watch the World Cup in pubs with some of the cheapest pints and most beer gardens from across the UK.found that Blackpool ranks as the UK's second best town for watching the World Cup this summer, combining the UK’s second-cheapest pint at £3.50 with 48 pubs per 100,000 people showing live football, making it one of the strongest-value destinations for fans.also has the second-highest number of beer gardens per 100,000 people; 43, while the average price of a soft drink comes in at £1.43.

Dudley took the top spot, with 55 pubs and bars showing football per 100,000 people and the highest number of beer gardens while Portsmouth rounds off the top three, supported by strong pub availability , the lowest rainfall levels and high summer sunshine , making it a standout for outdoor screenings and beer garden viewing. The Velvet Coaster is one of the largest pubs in Blackpool with outdoor seating on all three levels.

On the first floor you’ll find a balcony and, even better, on the top floor there’s an impressive rooftop terrace. Central Pier’s Terrace Bar has one of the largest outdoor seating areas in all of Blackpool. Situated at the northern side of the pier, the Terrace Bar looks out towards the beach, making it the perfect sun-trap to sit back, unwind and breathe in the sea air. Admission is free for all ages and is accessible without entering the pier.

After your refreshing drink, walk above the waves on Central Pier and, only if you're feeling brave, take a ride on the iconic Big Wheel for a true Blackpool experience. Directly in the heart of Blackpool, the Beach House is set in an iconic building on the beachfront with spectacular views of the Irish Sea.

Nestled between TheOn clear, sunny days, the roof impressively retracts to offer additional outdoor seating, allowing you enjoy the sun and hear the waves gently lap the shore whilst you sip your favourite cocktail. Previously Uncle Tom’s Cabin, Ma Kelly’s Showboat is a lively watering hole located at North Shore. This welcoming cabaret bar has an extensive beer garden at the front of the premises, perfect for basking in the sun with a refreshing drink.

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