Blackpool Family Court
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Address
The Law Courts
Chapel Street
Blackpool
FY1 5RJ
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Opening times
- Court open
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Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm
- Telephone enquiries answered
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Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
- Counter service by appointment only
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- Family court
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blackpoolfamily@justice.gov.uk
(Family queries)
- Applications
- lancashirefamilyapplications@justice.gov.uk
- Family court
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blackpooldivorce@justice.gov.uk
(Divorce)
- Breathing space enquiries
- blackpool.breathingspace@justice.gov.uk
- Family court
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lancashirefamilylisting@justice.gov.uk
(Family listing)
- Civil court
- enquiries.blackpool.countycourt@justice.gov.uk
Telephone
- Enquiries
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01524 597 000
(Divorce)
- Enquiries
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01772 272 840
(Family Listings and Hearings)
- Enquiries
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01254 299 840
(Family Orders)
- Enquiries
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01282 855 321
(Civil Orders)
- Enquiries
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01772 844 745 / 01772 844 712
(Civil Enforcements)
- Listing
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01772 844 713
(Civil)
- Fax
- 01264 347 891
Building facilities
If you have a disability and need help coming to a hearing, please contact 01524 597 000.
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No parking
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There are no parking facilities at this building, however a pay and display car park is available on Chapel Street (below the building).
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Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network
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Lanyards available on request.
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Assistance dogs
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Assistance dogs are welcome.
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Hearing Loop
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The building has a portable hearing enhancement system available by prior arrangement. Please contact the court by telephone or email to let us know of your requirements.
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Security arch
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For safety and security, all users and their possessions will be searched by security when they enter the building. Please alert the security officer if you have a pacemaker.
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Refreshments
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Refreshments are available via a hot drinks machine.
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Interview room
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Five interview rooms are available at this court.
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Children's waiting room
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This court has a childrens room facility.
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Baby changing facility
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Baby changing facilities are available.
Translators or Interpreters
Get an interpreter at a court or tribunal. (opens in new tab)
Blackpool Family Court
This location handles
- Bankruptcy (opens in new tab)
- Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner (opens in new tab)
- Divorce hearings (opens in new tab)
- Domestic abuse (opens in new tab)
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High Court cases – serious or high profile criminal or civil law cases
- Housing (opens in new tab)
- Money claims (opens in new tab)
Find out more about
- Breathing Space (opens in new tab)
Make a complaint
Contact us to make a complaint (opens in new tab)
Court codes for legal professionals
County Court location code: 131
DX: 724900 Blackpool 10
Professional users’ court and tribunal access scheme
This location participates in this scheme
Register for the scheme (opens in new tab)