It saw hosts of artists as well as a focal point for talent competitions, summer balls and even Britain's Got Talent. With its sea view restaurant, it was a good all-rounder for a great night out. These pictures will bring the memories flooding back...
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19. Memories of Sands Venue
Annual Spring Ball at The Sands Venue Blackpool. LTR Maureen Endresz, Alison Gilmore, Anh Sunderland, and Julie Shaw.
21. Memories of Sands Venue
Author Martina Cole at the opening night of Legends (Sands Venue) on Blackpool Promenade, with Gary Ryan (Neil Diamond), Dean Richardson (Freddie Mercury), Jimmy Love (Elton John) and Andy Willis (Buddy Holly)
23. Memories of Sands
Guests at the Talent Showcase, organised by iDEA International Entertainment, at Sands Venue, Blackpool Promenade. From left, Ellen Redman, Steve Redman (managing director-iDEA), Jade Slusarczyk (Miss Poulton) and Valerie Redman.
24. Memories of Sands Venue
From left, Kairi Maidla, Laidi Metsamae, Jarmo Seljamaa and Annika Madisson.