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Restoring the sparkle of Blackpool Tower chandeliers

Every year when the shine wears off the crystal chandeliers at Blackpool Tower the lamps dating back to the Edwardian era are lowered by hand-winch.

It is a delicate operation restoring the sheen of the hand cut crystal with each piece meticulously cleaned by hand.

A light dusting is followed by a deft polish and all is ready again for the dancers in the ballroom.

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16 January 2024

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