Timeline
15:49
Grab a drink at the Rose & Crown. It is a very central pub with a large outdoor seating area, perfect for settling in before the main event. It is also the main afterparty spot, so it has a lively atmosphere even in the late afternoon.
16:14
Walk 5 minutes east-northeast to the Winter Gardens. This is your viewing spot. From here, you can see the sun set directly behind the Blackpool Tower on this date. The distance is short, so you have plenty of time to find a good angle.
16:34
Watch the sunset. The sun dips behind the Tower at approximately 16:34. Enjoy the golden light fading over the Victorian landmark.
17:04
Walk 1 minute to The Albert and the Lion. This Wetherspoons is open until midnight and offers competitively priced food and drinks, making it a convenient and relaxed place to end your evening.
Local tip
The Winter Gardens is only 323 meters from the Tower, making it an easy walk. Check the exact sunset time for your specific day in February, as it shifts daily.
Check before you go
- The Rose & Crown is open daily from 11:00 to 23:00.
- The Albert and the Lion is open daily from 08:00 to 24:00.
Worth knowing
- Sun position is calculated. We have not confirmed the view is unobstructed.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Blackpool (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).