Anna Izza
Hampton by Hilton Blackburn in leap towards sustainable hospitality
Hampton by Hilton Blackburn proudly announces a monumental leap towards sustainability through the installation of cutting-edge solar panels. In alignment with their journey towards sustainable hospitality, the 152-bedroom hotel has embraced an impressive system featuring 124 Risen Energy 410W state-of-the-art solar panels. This powerful 50.84kWp system, installed by Perfect Sense Energy, complete with two 20kW […]
Dobson and Beaumont Joins Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone Network
Dobson and Beaumont, a precision engineering company based in Appleby Street, Blackburn, takes a significant step towards community involvement by becoming a Bronze Patron of Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone. This decision reflects the company’s dedication to supporting local initiatives and fostering the development of young people within the community. Established in 1917 by Thomas […]
Winter Gardens Blackpool welcomes The Champions of Tomorrow from across the world
The Champions of Tomorrow has kicked off its annual programme of dance events at the Winter Gardens Blackpool showcasing the best of British dancing as well as welcoming dancers from all over the world including China. The 3-day event has seen over 5,500 entries, a 35% increase from 2023 and the largest entry numbers for […]
Fylde Council/Active Lancashire launch sport and leisure provision survey
Source: Fylde Council
Active Lancashire, in partnership with Fylde Council, announces a community-wide consultation initiative aimed at shaping the future of sport and leisure facilities in Fylde. This initiative will help to strategically plan the future of leisure and sport activities in Fylde, and is designed to gather input from Fylde residents and community organisations. The survey invites […]
Young people take action to improve Lancashire’s environment
Ambitious plans to improve the environment in and around the Fylde Coast in Lancashire will be spearheaded by young people, thanks to a new scheme which has brought funding into the area. Lancashire Wildlife Trust was among 22 charities to successfully bid for funding from the Blue Influencers Scheme and is being awarded £20,000 a […]
Lancashire horse charity celebrates 50th anniversary
HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association) are celebrating a milestone in the Charity’s history this year, its Golden Anniversary of its time in Burnley, Lancashire. 2024 marks the 50th year the Charity’s headquarters and operations have been based in the town, and HAPPA would like local businesses, friends, and supporters to join them in this […]
Forest of Bowland marks 60th anniversary with dazzling exhibition
The Forest of Bowland National Landscape (formerly Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year and is marking the occasion with a brand-new photography exhibition alongside its annual Dark Skies Festival. Covering 800 square kilometres (300 sq miles) of rural Lancashire and North Yorkshire, Bowland’s distinctive landscape of high open fells, rich […]
Prime Minister visits Burnley’s VEKA plc
VEKA plc, the global leader in the development of PVCu window systems, and one of Burnley’s largest employers, today welcomed Prime Minister Rishi Sunak to their site. Accompanied by Burnley MP Antony Higginbotham, Mr Sunak spoke to employees who will benefit from the National Insurance cut that came in to effect this weekend. On Saturday, […]
Refurbishment of Leyland Market to start this summer
Source: South Ribble Borough Council
South Ribble Borough Council has announced that the 12-month long refurbishment of Leyland Market will begin in the Summer of 2024. The refurbishment will see the existing building refurbished with a new roof and modern design fit for a vibrant and dynamic market allowing for varied retail outlets and food and drink options. This forms […]
Bumper year for finalists in Events and Taste Lancashire Producer categories of #LTA23
Today, Marketing Lancashire, organisers of Lancashire’s county-wide awards for tourism and hospitality businesses, announced another raft of finalists in what have turned out to be three of this year’s most popular categories of the Lancashire Tourism Awards 2023. The annual awards recognise the success and achievements of Lancashire’s tourism and hospitality businesses in a wide […]
Pendle Doors reveals latest collaboration with Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone
Pendle Doors, a prominent UK door manufacturing company, is thrilled to unveil its latest collaboration with Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone. This partnership signifies a substantial stride in Pendle Doors’ unwavering dedication to positively impacting the lives of young individuals and fostering their ambitions within the Blackburn and Darwen boroughs. With roots tracing back to the 1950s, Pendle […]
Rural business grants now available in Chorley
Source: Chorley Council
Expressions of interest are now open for rural businesses across Chorley to apply for grant funding through the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF). Chorley Council has been awarded funding from the Government’s Rural England Prosperity Fund to help supercharge growth and create employment opportunities for the borough’s rural areas. A total of £400,000 has been […]