Brene Hotel

The scent of salt air drifts inland from the promenade, but here on the quieter edge of Blackpool, the mood feels a few notches calmer than the Golden Mile.

This is a guest house with a couple of camping pods tucked in — a handy option if you want a proper bed some nights and canvas (or timber walls) on others, or if your group's split between campers and indoor sleepers. It suits couples after a seaside break without the full campsite bustle, or anyone using Blackpool as a base for the coast and the Fylde plain beyond. Dog owners should ask ahead. If you're an angler, Four Seasons Fishery is a short drive east — a decent mixed water if you fancy a session between trips to the pier.

Open year-round, so it works for winter escapes as much as summer. Campfire policy needs checking when you arrive. Facilities aren't listed in detail, so worth confirming what's included with your pitch or room. The vibe here is low-key seaside lodging with a camping twist — more b&b-plus-pods than full-on campsite.