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A SIX-YEAR-OLD boy has climbed the UK’s 12 highest mountains, the equivalent of scaling Mount Everest, to raise money for Lancashire’s children’s hospice. Having already scaled the highest peaks in England and Wales, Oscar Burrow made it to Ben Nevis’s summit on Monday (29 May) “in glorious sunshine”. The day also marked the 70th anniversary […]

The highly anticipated reopening of Abingdon Street Market has arrived, giving attendees the first-look opportunity as well as providing an array of performances and entertainment as it celebrates its launch. The launch is significant and is part of a much wider plan to regenerate Blackpool, boosting the economy, creating jobs and providing more things to […]

In a region synonymous with hospitality, professionally trained staff in the sector are always in high demand which is why Blackpool and The Fylde College has launched a Higher National Certificate in Hospitality Management to support the training needs of the industry. Ideally situated on the Fylde coast and just a stone’s throw away from […]

Top Government officials have been invited to Lancashire to talk about the prospect of securing a devolution deal for the county. Earlier this year, Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove told an audience at the Convention of the North that he wanted to see a deal for Lancashire and was looking forward to starting discussions. Since […]

A new collaborative partnership involving the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), leading academics, governmental and industry bodies has been launched with a mission to maximise Lancashire’s position as a dynamic hub of future flight, space and satellite innovation. The Lancashire in Space Partnership will play a vital role in driving forward the agendas on skills, […]

The countdown is well and truly on to the Burnley Words Festival which promises to be ‘a celebration of all things wordy.’ Taking place from Friday 16th June – Sunday 2nd July, the event will feature a range of activities including workshops, readings, stalls, exhibitions and performances across a whole host of town centre venues […]

Following on from the enormous success of our community marquee for the coronation celebrations, Lowther Pavilion Theatre & Gardens are pleased to announce that the community marquee, The Tent, will remain in their historic gardens from 22nd July until 28th August 2023. Audiences can expect a range of daytime and early evening activities with something for […]

The University of Central Lancashire’s (UCLan) Student Centre and University Square has scooped a highly prestigious industry award. The flagship state-of-the-art building and surrounding civic space won a Regional Award at the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) North West Awards 2023. Every aspect of the 7,304sqm building, which was designed by Hawkins/Brown and built […]

Venue ticket sales up 91% on previous year, 51% increase in venue occupancy – Over 2.1 million website visitors The Winter Gardens Blackpool has launched its Annual Review documenting a dramatic 2022 – 23 financial year of ticket sales, attendances and more delivering its best year to date hosting over 500 events and welcoming more than […]

The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) has been named ‘University of the Year’ at an international awards ceremony. The institution took the top prize for higher education providers at the Edufuturists Awards 2023. Recognising innovation and progressive practices across the educational sector, Edufuturists champion individuals and educational institutions who work to ignite change and transform learning for the benefit […]

Following news from Lancashire County Council of their strategic decision to reposition Marketing Lancashire, the county’s Destination Management Organisation (DMO),  Rachel McQueen has announced that she will step down as Chief Executive of the company. A statement from Rachel McQueen follows: “As the county moves forward with a shared vision, defined within the Lancashire 2050 […]

Sales Geek, the renowned international franchise business delivering part-time sales director services and sales training, is delighted to announce its official patronage of Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone. Youth Zone is a vibrant and dynamic young person’s charity offering a wide range of activities and exciting opportunities for children and young people aged 8 to […]