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Stonyhurst is delighted to have won the national ‘Charitable Work Champion’ award in the School House Magazine Awards 2023. Stonyhurst’s former Head Boy, Dilip Gosall, (OS23) scooped the award thanks to his outstanding charitable efforts during his time at the school, whose Jesuit values of being ‘men and women for others’ encourage pupils to make […]

Expressions of interest are now open for rural businesses across West Lancashire to apply for grant funding through the Rural Business Grant Programme. West Lancashire Borough Council has been awarded funding from the Rural England Prosperity Fund to help supercharge growth and create employment opportunities for the borough’s rural areas. Funds have been allocated to […]

After last month’s grand reveal of our top-notch Events and Taste Lancashire Producer finalists, the Lancashire Tourism Awards 2023 is set to dazzle once more. Today, on October 3rd, 2022, we proudly introduce the finalists of our Unsung Hero category. The finalists are Joanne Denton, Head of Weddings at Holland Hall Hotel, Simon Entwistle, Tour […]

Full-service law firm Forbes Solicitors has welcomed its latest cohort of trainee solicitors. In total, 13 new trainee solicitors have commenced training with the law firm in September, including Graduate, and Under-Graduate, Apprentices and trainees undertaking a Period of Recognised Training (PRT). Forbes now has 22 trainees in total within the business, a growth again […]

Innovate Lancashire, the British Business Bank, and AMRC North West, join forces to support county’s businesses on their innovation journey  Lancashire’s annual Innovation Festival, which is being delivered in partnership with the British Business Bank and supported by Lancashire County Council’s Innovate Lancashire initiative and the Lancashire Enterprise Partnership’s Innovation Board,  has announced details of […]

Good Intent Gifts is a newly established Lancashire start-up which has launched a bespoke gift pack filled with delicious food & drink from across the county. Perfectly timed for the festive season, the ‘Lancashire Gift Pack’ is a ready-made, compact gift that’s the ideal Christmas present for foodies – or anyone with a fondness for […]

WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre in Burscough, Lancashire, is celebrating the arrival of three Chilean flamingo chicks – the centre’s first success in 10 years. Hatching near the beginning of September, the adorable chicks are wowing visitors and stealing the hearts of the staff at Martin Mere. Nick Brooks, Centre Manager at Martin Mere, said: […]

The organisers behind the award-winning music and arts festival will host a festive family spectacular at Williamson Park this December. The team behind one of the North West’s most celebrated music and art gatherings, Lancaster’s Highest Point Festival, have announced plans to bring a festive spectacle to the grounds of their summertime event, Williamson Park, this […]

Taste Lancashire Ambassador and Agrichef Maurizio Bocchi successfully launched his Extra Virgin Olive Oil for a Healthier Future campaign at his Ribble Valley restaurant, La Locanda on Monday 18th September 2023. Olive oil has been on our supermarket shelves and in our kitchens for many years. A staple ingredient that is gaining increasing attention in the media […]

The family-owned and run, Longlands Inn & Restaurant at Tewitfield, is one of only three businesses in North Lancashire to receive a highly prestigious ROSE Award from national tourism organisation, VisitEngland this year. The ROSE (Recognition of Service Excellence) Awards are handed out every year to a select number of accommodation providers to recognise the […]

Ribble Valley based Crafty Vintage, the award-winning events company, is celebrating a remarkable 13 years in business. Founded by Laura, Dave, and Dan Johnson, Crafty Vintage has become a stalwart in our community, known for curating exceptional events throughout the UK. To commemorate this milestone, Crafty Vintage is excited to be celebrating at Whalley Artisan […]

The curtains have closed on another spectacular edition of Encounter Festival, and the resounding verdict is in – the festival has once again exceeded all expectations, leaving attendees with great memories and a deep appreciation for the power of art and community. The three-day extravaganza, which took place from September 15th to 17th, transformed the […]