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On Wednesday 13 March 2019 Lytham chef Oli Martin, a popular finalist in this year’s BBC Masterchef : The Professionals, was named Taste Lancashire Ambassador in Cannes, where he  delivered fine dining experiences for investors, developers and VIP guests as part of Lancashire’s largest ever presence at MIPIM, the world’s leading property market (12–15 March). […]

The new High Sheriff of Lancashire has been announced as The Honourable Ralph C Assheton TD DL. He is the founder and Director of Bowland Bioenergy Ltd and Chairman of Pendle Hill Landscape Partnership. After gaining a Diploma in Rural Estate Management from the Royal Agricultural College, Cirencester, Mr. Assheton then qualified as a Chartered […]

VisitEngland has this week released a series of digital animations to inspire young Brits to take a short break at home in England. The digital clips target young people with images of experiences and activities typically taken during a gap-year that can be condensed into what VisitEngland has termed a ‘microgap,’ a short domestic break […]

The UK’s largest Indoor Waterpark is delighted to release details of Events and Offers taking place at the nations favourite seaside resort, Blackpool, in support of Disabled Access Day 2019. The event, first launched in 2015 and initiated by a group of disabled people and their friends and supported by Euans Guide, aims to promote […]

A high growth and investment business support specialist that has contributed to the growth of over 13,000 businesses has opened a new office in Preston. Winning Pitch, established in 2005, has offices in Manchester, Leeds and Wales and due to the increased demand for its management consultancy services has now opened an office at Preston […]

VisitEngland has launched a new Awards for Excellence format to reflect innovations across England’s tourism industry as it marks 30 years of the Awards. The national tourism agency announced the new format during the Awards 30th celebrations held last night 11 March at London’s Banqueting House on Whitehall. The annual VisitEngland Awards for Excellence celebrate […]

Blackpool Transport will host an Accessible Open Day as part of Disabled Access Day on 16th March at their Starr Gate Tram Depot.   Disabled Access Day is a national initiative which encourages disabled people and businesses to try something new in the spirit of cooperation, safety and fun. The doors at Starr Gate tram […]

The disability organisation that provides Blackpool’s Access Guides has launched a brand new mobile App which aims to transform the quality and availability of accessibility information.  AccessAble has worked alongside VisitBlackpool and Blackpool Council for more than a decade to ensure that people with a disability can get the best possible experience during their visit. […]

Marketing Lancashire’s Taste Lancashire Conference 2019, held at Holmes Mill in Clitheroe on Tuesday 5 March, was the perfect opportunity to name the county’s new Taste Lancashire Ambassadors; this group of the country’s best chefs from Michelin star venues to the leading gastro pubs, each celebrated for excellence in their field, have offered their support […]

County to use four-day global property event to showcase region’s sector strengths, commercial opportunities and massive investment potential The Lancashire Enterprise Partnership (LEP) has announced details of the county’s largest ever presence at MIPIM International, the property and investment conference held annually in Cannes, France. It is anticipated that over 25,000 delegates will attend the […]

Celebrate Preston Markets 1st birthday with live music, street theatre and giant games on Saturday 9th March, 11am – 3pm. The celebrations will begin with the Deputy Mayor, Councillor David Borrow making a short speech and unveiling a commemorative plaque. Then enjoy live music from local band, the Ukulele Strummers, entertaining you with well-known songs. […]

‘Women in the Food Industry’ is providing a platform for thought leadership and relationship building for women working in Britain’s food, drink and hospitality industry ahead of International Women’s Day 2019 The inaugural ‘Women in the Food Industry’ events will bring together a diverse mix of female food and drink leaders and entrepreneurs to discuss […]