Much has been written about the power of "the pink pound" in Blackpool over recent years. That's the money spent on the night time economy by members of the LGBT community.
Blackpool has had a vibrant gay scene since the 1970s, but now the pubs and bars have found a new home along Lord Street behind the railway station.
Andy Mitchell has been along to find out more about this expanding industry in town......
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