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The new High Sheriff of Lancashire has been officially sworn in at a historic ceremony in County Hall, Preston. The Honourable Ralph C Assheton TD DL started his year in office at the installation on Friday 5 April. He takes over from Anthony Attard OBE DL. Each year HM The Queen personally appoints the High […]

Two of Lancashire’s leading business people and two senior educationalists have joined the new body which will oversee the drive to develop skills and boost employment prospects among the  county’s workforce. The Managing Director of Accrington’s Affilius Group, Andrew Dewhurst, the Divisional Director of Preston-based Conlon Construction, Neil Conlon, the Principal of Preston’s College, Dr […]

Lancashire based dairy, Dewlay Cheesemakers,  have secured a listing with national retailer Waitrose & Partners for a South American inspired blended cheese called Roquito® Cheddar. This new cheese takes its name from the South American sourced Roquito® Peppers, which are a key ingredient in the cheese. Roquito® Cheddar goes on sale in Waitrose & Partners […]

In 1994, when the UK was still recovering from a deep recession, the Harrison family purchased a partly developed and derelict ‘caravan site’ in Wrea Green in Lancashire. With just a handful of neglected caravans and a couple of sorry-looking cowsheds, the 100-acre site had nothing to offer but potential. Twenty-five years later and that […]

VisitEngland is celebrating the best of English tourism with businesses and destinations in a week of events and activities across the country from 30 March to 7 April 2019. Now in its eighth year, English Tourism Week raises tourism’s profile and showcases the benefits of the industry to local communities and the economy. VisitEngland Director […]

BBC Introducing is set to return to Williamson Park in Lancaster on Friday 17th – Sunday 19th May for Highest Point Festival, bringing with them some of the finest up-and-coming acts from the area and beyond. The Chris Glaba Memorial stage, dedicated to Highest Point’s friend and colleague who sadly passed away in December 2018, […]

Work is about to start on a new public space next to the iconic Preston Bus Station. Lancashire County Council is creating a large new public area on the former bus apron, with new seating, lighting and paving. The aim is to increase the connection between the Grade II-Listed building and the city centre. Preparatory […]

Lancashire Encounter is delighted to have joined Without Walls as a part of the Touring Network Partnership. Without Walls is a network of festivals and arts organisations that brings fantastic outdoor arts to people in towns and cities across England for free. Established in 2007 as a partnership between five festivals, Without Walls has grown […]

A £100,000 investment is being unveiled for a brand new area at SEA LIFE Blackpool, featuring rare and unusual sea creatures from all over the world, as part of its ocean conservation campaign. Although full details have yet to be revealed, it is believed the new showcase feature will be called ‘Four Corners Of The […]

Edge Hill University has been shortlisted in three categories in the Educate North Awards 2019, including the coveted University of the Year category.   Now in its fifth year, the Educate North Awards aim to celebrate and recognise excellence in the education sector in the North.   Edge Hill has been shortlisted for the University […]

If the UK leaves the EU without a deal on 29 March, there will be changes that affect your food and drink business. To find out more click on the leaflet provided by HM Government which includes  links to specific EU exit information and guidance. Or visit http://www.gov.uk/defra/brexit-food-drink-sector  

Preston Bus Station is an internationally important piece of architecture that was built for everyday use by the people of Preston. Now in its 50th year, Charles Quick, artist and co-curator of ‘In Certain Places’, is collaborating with the Harris to celebrate this iconic building – and what it means to people – through an […]