A blast from the past: Winter Gardens reveals art-deco lounge

Winter Gardens Blackpool has unveiled a stunning art-deco lounge following major refurbishment work to reinstate its original features.

The iconic venue says the area will provide a “luxurious hideaway” for guests to enjoy while visiting to watch a show.

Michael Williams, managing director of the Winter Gardens Blackpool, said: “This is a real jewel in the Winter Gardens Blackpool crown.

“The team have delighted in the reinstating of this room creating the ambience of the 1930s while adding in extra features for the comfort of our discerning guests.

“All the companies used in the refurbishment are Lancashire-based and it has been a real team effort.

“The room has been mothballed for a number of years and we are thrilled that it is now once again open to the public for guests to take their seats and relax in this stunning space.”

Guests will arrive through the double sand-etched doors featuring geometric shapes and curves and walk into a lounge that is reminiscent of 1939, when the room was first built as part of the Winter Gardens complex.

Welcomed by a host, they will be able to take a seat on one of the seven original refurbished banquettes that have been re-sprung and recovered.

They can also admire the original wooden friezes of figurines, installed by architects Magnall and Littlewood, while enjoying a complementary pre-show drink.

At the show’s interval they can re-join the host in the intimate space with their pre-ordered drinks waiting for them on low tables, served in cut crystal glasses and make use of the private restroom facilities before returning to the theatre.

The Winter Gardens’ team of designers have emphasised the era’s love of curves with a specially sourced drinks cabinet and bar to complete the intimate retreat.

Green velvet is punctuated with chrome fittings, carefully placed foliage and the new hardwood, polished floor reflects the candlelight.