🌟 A Year of Highlights at The Grand Hotel St Annes

Shows, Stars & Standout Moments

As we look back on the past year, one thing is clear: St Annes has never felt so alive with culture, entertainment and unforgettable moments and right at the heart of it all? The Grand Hotel St Annes.‍

From spectacular performances at Blackpool Winter Gardens to major events across the Fylde Coast, this year has placed our seaside town firmly on the map and along the way, we’ve had the pleasure of welcoming some very special guests through our doors.

This is our Grand year in review, packed with celebrations, shows and a few familiar faces…

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🎭 Blackpool’s Winter Gardens: A Year of Iconic Shows

Just a short drive from the hotel, Blackpool Winter Gardens delivered one of its strongest seasons yet, featuring:

• Major touring West End shows
• Comedy tours
• Music performances
• Dance championships
• TV production events
• Britain’s Got Talent live auditions & associated filming

Crowds arrived from across the UK, filling the town with excitement and many of them stayed with us at The Grand.

⭐ Celebrities Who Chose to Stay With Us

We don’t say this lightly but this year The Grand Hotel St Annes truly became a favourite among visiting talent.

In the most subtle, respectful and elegant way possible, we can share that we were delighted to welcome some of the BGT team:

✨ Amanda Holden

✨ Alesha Dixon

✨ Ant & Dec

✨ Simon Cowell

✨ KSI

✨ Bruno Tonioli

Each stayed with us while visiting for media appearances, auditions or filming commitments in the area.

Their stays were discreet, relaxed and professionally handled by our team and theirs but they certainly brought a lovely spark of excitement.

Their choice to stay here is a testament to the hotel’s reputation as:
✔ a luxury coastal base
✔ a peaceful retreat away from crowds
✔ a trusted venue for VIP guests
✔ a stylish, modern and comfortable stay

We treat every guest like a VIP and these visits meant a great deal to the whole team.

🌊 A Hotel That’s Part of the Local Story

This year, St Annes and Lytham have continued to flourish with:

• Expanded arts and theatre programmes
• Festivals and open-air events
• Golf tournaments at Royal Lytham - With the Women’s open coming next year
• Live music and comedy
• Seasonal celebrations including Lytham Light Switch-On
• Winter Gardens’ biggest schedule to date
• Not to mention the incredibly development of St Annes town square

As these events grow, so too does the role The Grand Hotel St Annes plays as the go-to coastal hotel for performers, crews, visitors and holidaymakers.

🍽️ Café Grand: A Culinary Highlight

From pre-show dinners to late-night cocktails, Café Grand has become a favourite for locals and visitors:

• Modern British & European-inspired dishes
• A vibrant, elegant atmosphere
• Wine pairings featuring our wines of the month
• Seasonal menu specials and our popular lunch menu we launched this year

Our guests often tell us a night here feels like part of the show experience and we couldn’t agree more.

✨ The Perfect Hotel for Events, Shows & Escapes

Whether you’re travelling for a Winter Gardens performance, a seaside getaway or a major event, The Grand continues to be one of the most in-demand hotels on the Fylde Coast.

With spa access, beautiful rooms, coastal views and exceptional dining under one roof, it’s the ideal base for:

• Performers
• Show crews
• Production teams
• Holidaymakers
• Theatre-lovers
• Visiting talent
• Couples looking for that extra special stay
• and families wanting something memorable

🎉 Here’s to Another Grand Year

From celebrity visits to record-breaking shows, this year has been one for the books.
We can’t wait to welcome you in the season ahead whether for a show, a celebration or a simple escape by the sea.

✨ Stay tuned for what comes next... it’s going to be even bigger we’re sure of it.

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