Charlie Cairoli Heritage Plaque Weekend, 1st – 2nd November 2025
Thanks for booking to join us, please see all details regarding the weekend.
Please note that the event in the ring of the Blackpool Tower Circus will run to a strict schedule. We kindly ask that you arrive promptly, as all proceedings will commence at the stated times. Upon arrival, you will be given a voucher to redeem your celebratory drink."
"An exclusive guest book will be available at the event. We kindly ask all guests to sign it and leave their name along with any comments or messages they wish to share."
Saturday 1st November 2025, a day to remember.
11.15am All guests to assemble in the ring of the Blackpool Tower Circus, entrance via main entrance, promenade side.
11.30am Welcome Speeches, Nigel, Mayor of Blackpool
11.45am There will be a short presentation of the Blue Plaque to the Cairoli Family followed by a toast, photo opportunities and large group photo in the ring
12.15pm All guests to take seats for Circus Performance of the Blackpool Tower Circus 2025 Production.
1.00pm Show Time
Gala Dinner.
7.00pm Drinks reception in the Louis Room, Imperial Hotel
7.45pm Dinner Served
Vine Tomato Soup with Fresh Cream and Basil
Supreme of Chicken, Charred Leek, Panchetta and White Wine
Crème Brulee, Banana, Salt Caramel and Butter Short Bread
½ Bottle of wine per person
Coffee & Chocolates
Please advise me of and dietary requirements, vegan and a vegetarian option is available
9.30pm Auction and Raffle, presented by Special Guest “Ring Mistress Daisy”
10.00pm Music and Dancing with Emma James
1.00 am Close.
Sunday 2nd November 2025
10.00 am Visit to Showtown, Blackpool’s Museum of Fun
Noon Q&A with some great friends and guests!
Since I first announced the Blue Heritage Plaque Weekend for Charlie Cairoli on the 1st & 2nd of November.
I’ve been teasing you with an event that might — or might not — happen.
Well, I can now confirm… it is happening!
This is a once-in-a-lifetime event, never to be repeated. Any true Cairoli or Blackpool fan will not want to miss this. This exclusive event will take place in the Sir Ken Dodd learning space at Showtown.
Useful Information
Photographs
We have an official photographer in attendance, if you would like pictures taken of yourselves and in groups then please ask Juliette, they will be posted on the website, and available for purchase as a download, after the weekend, for a cost of £5 per image, proceeds to the Cairoli Family’s Charity of choice and the Heart Foundation in memory of Steve Richley
Raffle and Auction
All proceeds from the raffle and auction will be donated to the Cairoli Family’s Charity of choice. Any donations of items for auction or raffle will be greatly appreciated. We will be able to accept cash or cards. Items already included, 2 x Afternoon Tower Teas worth £120 each courtesy of Blackpool Tower. There will also be an opportunity to bid on some exclusive pieces of art by Curtis Tappenden, this will include the original artwork that will be featured on the revised copy of Charlie Cairoli 39 years under the tower, by Nigel Male and Steven B Richley (hopefully available, summer 2026)
Accommodation at the Imperial Hotel,
We have 15 rooms reserved at a fixed bed and breakfast rate of £145 per night.
Or if you book online a discount of 20% off best available rooms when you book on line.
If you prefer to call to book, (01253) 623971, please quote Charlie Cairoli Event.
Imperial Hotel, North Promenade, Blackpool, Lancashire, FY1 2HB
reception@imperialhotelblackpool.co.uk
Steve Richley
You may be aware that we suddenly recently lost Steve. Steve was the author of Charlie’s Official Biography, 39 Years Under The Tower. The book would of never been published without him. As a tribute to him, Steve loved his bright shirts, come colourful if you can.
If you need any further information please shout.
This event would not be possible with out so many friends working with me.
Neal Peyre, Curtis Tappenden, Bev Carol, the team at Showtown, Elaine Smith MBE, Rachel Sykes, The Cairoli Family, Norman and Sally Barrett, The Blackpool Tower, The Endresz Family, and my very patient wife and daughter!
