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A well-known local hospitality figure has been appointed, following an open recruitment process, to help lead the next exciting chapter in the transformation of Accrington town centre. Paul Fox, owner of the award-winning Crafty Fox on Abbey Street, has been named Town Centre Venue Manager, with his role beginning as preparations continue for the highly […]

Beaches in Fleetwood, Cleveleys and Rossall receive Seaside Awards; Fleetwood, Cleveleys and Rossall celebrate national recognition for coastal excellence. Four beaches across Wyre will proudly fly Seaside Award flags this summer after being recognised among England’s best by environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy. Jubilee Beach in Cleveleys, Marine Beach and Ferry Beach in Fleetwood, and […]

The first physical elements of Eden Project Morecambe have arrived in the town. Plants from the award-winning Eden Project Bring Me Sunshine Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 are now being cared for locally as construction of the new North West cultural landmark prepares to begin this summer.  Thousands of plants – many of […]

Marketing Lancashire, the organisation leading the Lancashire LVEP (Local Visitor Economy Partnership) and driving tourism activity for the county, is delighted to announce Doug Crampton, Chef Patron of Eight at Gazegill by Doug Crampton, as its newest Taste Lancashire Ambassador. The Taste Lancashire Ambassadors are incredible chefs from Lancashire’s Michelin star venues, award-winning gastro pubs […]

Wyre businesses are invited to book their place for an upcoming finance masterclass designed to support confident decision-making and help maintain healthy, sustainable growth.  Balancing the Books is a practical business networking and learning event taking place on Wednesday 17 June, 5.30pm at the Civic Centre, Poulton.  Delivered by Brown & Co, one of Wyre’s established accountancy firms, […]

Chef and campaigner Jamie Oliver visited the Eden Project Bring Me Sunshine Garden at RHS Chelsea Flower Show this morning, praising its focus on growing food, sustainability and creating new career pathways for young people. He also urged the public to back the garden as voting opens for the prestigious BBC/RHS People’s Choice Award at […]

WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre, home to fascinating wetland wildlife such as flamingos and otters, is delighted to unveil an exciting new attraction set to open this summer. The centre, based in West Lancashire, is opening what it believes to be the longest stretch of continuous stepping stones in Europe, possibly even the world. Currently […]

Ribby Hall Village has once again retained its prestigious Five Star Holiday Village status following its latest VisitEngland assessment, achieving an outstanding 93% quality score.  The award-winning Lancashire destination, located in Wrea Green, was recognised for its consistently high standards across accommodation, facilities, dining and guest experience, alongside continued investment designed to enhance comfort, relaxation […]

The Eden Project officially unveiled its RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026 garden today with broadcaster Angela Rippon joining Morecambe and Wise homage act in a joyful moment celebrating the spirit and regeneration of Morecambe. The Eden Project Bring Me Sunshine Garden marks Eden’s 25th anniversary year and offers the first glimpse of Eden Project Morecambe, […]

The Lancashire Tourism Awards, the only county-wide celebration of Lancashire’s tourism and hospitality businesses, is now open to applications from businesses across the county.  Applications opened today (Thursday 14 May) for the annual awards, which are managed and hosted by Marketing Lancashire, leading the LVEP (Local Visitor Economy Partnership) for Lancashire, and are the stepping […]

Eight young people from Morecambe, Lancashire, who co-created ‘The Eden Project Bring Me Sunshine Garden’ RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2026, have come together ahead of what would have been Eric Morecambe’s 100th birthday on 14 May – before travelling to London to attend the world-famous show, open to the public from 19–21 May.  The group will represent their town at RHS Chelsea, sharing the […]

Beachgoers and visitors to two of Fylde’s most popular coastal spots can now access important safety information and local updates at the touch of a button, thanks to brand new digital screens installed by Fylde Council. The vibrant new displays have been installed at St Annes Pier and Lytham RNLI Station, replacing the older models […]