Morecambe BID secures funding for new Town Centre Warden
Morecambe BID has secured funding to introduce a dedicated Town Centre Warden / Ambassador, reinforcing ongoing efforts to support a safe, welcoming and thriving town centre. The initiative has been made possible thanks to support from Lancashire Police and Crime Commissioner, Clive Grunshaw, and Morecambe and Lunesdale MP, Lizzi Collinge. Their backing has enabled the […]
12.5 million Brits plan UK holiday trip for Easter weekend, bringing £4.8 billion boost
VisitEngland’s Easter ‘Trip-Tracker’ survey, published today, indicates that 12.5 million Brits are planning an overnight holiday trip in the UK for the Easter weekend, bringing an estimated £4.8 billion boost to the economy. This is also more than the 7.4 million Brits who are planning a trip abroad this Easter. The figures are up on […]
Lancashire biggest-ever Easter egg hunt to take place
Golden eggs are about to start appearing across Lancashire, after BBC Radio Lancashire launched the county’s biggest-ever Easter egg hunt. Starting on Monday, 50 golden eggs will be hidden across the county – with eggs in every Lancashire borough. Each egg contains a unique code, which can be redeemed on the BBC Radio Lancashire Breakfast […]
Lumo opens new Preston rail base ahead of West Coast expansion
A new rail base in Preston has officially opened in a landmark moment for the city, creating around 100 jobs as Lumo prepares to launch direct Scotland-London trains. Lumo partnered with the colourful Preston Caribbean Carnival for an eye-catching procession from Preston Railway Station to the new headquarters on Fox Street, with twenty performers dazzling locals […]
New East Lancashire bus campaign showcases Burnley success stories
A new campaign on East Lancashire buses has been launched to showcase people who have built successful lives in Burnley. The campaign has been created by place brand Burnley.co.uk and will see two buses wrapped with the chosen individuals, directing people to head to Burnley.co.uk/madeit to find out their stories. The Burnley bus is already […]
The Harris Achieves Outstanding 90% Score in First VisitEngland Accreditation Assessment
The Harris is delighted to announce that it has achieved an exceptional 90% quality score following its first-ever VisitEngland Quality Assessment, securing official accreditation as a Visitor Attraction under the VisitEngland scheme. A 90% score is a rare achievement for a first assessment visit and represents a significant milestone for The Harris. The result reflects […]
Award winning Foray brings Traitors themed dining experience to The Casterton Grange Estate.
Award winning North West catering company Foray, led by renowned chef Oli Martin and hospitality professional Alex Blamire, is set to host a brand new immersive dining pop up at the stunning Casterton Grange Estate this April, combining refined cuisine with a night of strategy, suspense and theatrical intrigue. Following the success of Chef Oli’s […]
Eden Project Morecambe paving the way to break ground in 2026
Eden Project Morecambe, a new world‑class destination and cultural landmark for North West England, is celebrating a major milestone today (February 16, 2026) with planning approval granted for its evolved design. This decision marks the beginning of a transformative year for the ambitious site overlooking Morecambe Bay, including the creation of 1.5 acres of vibrant, interconnected community gardens. Opening in early 2027, these free‑to‑enter gardens will form a welcoming gateway to the […]
VisitEngland launches domestic North West coastal campaign to boost spring breaks
Marketing Lancashire is proud to share that VisitEngland will next week launch its domestic coastal marketing campaign to drive breaks to all seaside destinations on England’s North West coast The £1 million funded campaign, ‘All on England’s North West Coast’, will feature key Lancashire destinations, and kicks off on 16 February. The campaign is putting […]
Lancaster firm to create new website for US-based Shakespeare company
Lancaster-based Hotfoot Design has been appointed to design and develop the new website for Hudson Valley Shakespeare, the acclaimed theatre company based in New York’s Hudson Valley. The new site will launch later this year to coincide with the opening of the company’s first-ever permanent home, the Samuel H. Scripps Theater Center. Founded in 1987, […]
Blackpool Restaurant Week set to return this March
Blackpool Restaurant Week returns from Thursday, 12th to Thursday, 19th March, with restaurants across the town offering special menus and deals to encourage people to eat out, try new places and support local businesses. The week brings together a wide range of venues, from long-standing family-run favourites to independents and well-known names, with more businesses […]
Royal seal of approval for Lancashire’s only Vet School
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal met students and academics on a tour of the University of Lancashire’s School of Veterinary Medicine The University of Lancashire’s School of Veterinary Medicine has been given the royal seal of approval by Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal. During her visit to the UK’s 11th and the county’s […]