Blackpool in final four to be named UK City of Culture 2029
Blackpool has been shortlisted as one of the final four places to be named UK City of Culture 2029. Blackpool will compete with three other cities to win the accolade, which would mean a £10m, year-long celebration of arts and culture for local people to enjoy, creating new jobs and opportunities across the Fylde coast. […]
Taste Lancashire Producer Awards 2027 launched during Producer Showcase Event
Marketing Lancashire is delighted to launch the latest Taste Lancashire Producer Awards in partnership with Booths; Lancashire’s family-owned grocers who have been selling top quality produce since 1847. The Taste Lancashire Producer Awards 2027 were launched during a special Taste Lancashire Producer Showcase event which Marketing Lancashire hosted in partnership with Farm Yard Brew Co […]
The Spa Hotel Retains Two AA Rosettes
The Spa Hotel at Ribby Hall Village has retained its prestigious 2 AA Rosettes for The Orangery, following its latest AA inspection. The award-winning hotel underwent an overnight inspection in September, with the AA also confirming the continuation of its Four-Star Silver Award and increasing its overall Quality Score from 84% to 85%. The inspection […]
VisitEngland launches national campaign to boost coastal breaks and drive visitor spending
VisitEngland is launching a major national campaign to inspire more people to book a coastal getaway, boosting visits and visitor spending in England’s coastal destinations through the autumn and into 2027. From outdoor adventures and wildlife encounters to heritage, food and traditional seaside escapes, VisitEngland’s ‘All on England’s Coast’ campaign showcases the experiences that make […]
Pleasure Beach boss celebrates being named Lancastrian of the Year at business awards
A prolific Blackpool business owner has spoken out after receiving a prestigious award, celebrating their lifetime achievements and contribution to the Lancashire area. Amanda Thompson OBE, CEO of Pleasure Beach Resort was named Lancastrian of the Year on Friday September 18 at the BIBAs, Lancashire’s premier business award ceremony. The Lancastrian of the Year trophy, […]
Pleasure Beach Resort wins eight at UK Theme Park Awards
Blackpool’s Pleasure Beach Resort saw out its summer season with success, taking home eight awards at the UK Theme Park Awards – including wins for its newly introduced rides and shows. Among the results, the park won gold in the ‘Best Seaside Park’ category, and its newly introduced ice show Alice Frozen in a Wonderland […]
New jobs at Eden Project Morecambe as project momentum continues
Eden Project has today (September 10th) announced two new crucial senior positions: Head of Site and Horticulture Curator, both to play major roles in shaping the new Eden Project Morecambe, one of the UK’s most exciting visitor attractions in development set to open in 2028. The charity’s newly created Head of Site will be responsible for the […]
Lancashire dominates VisitEngland’s 2026 ROSE Award North West winners
VisitEngland has revealed the winners of this year’s ROSE Awards, and of the 10 North West winners, 5 are from Lancashire. Amongst the five winners are Visit Lancashire partners Partington’s Windy Harbour Holiday Park and The Inn at Whitewell, both recognised for their excellent service. The ROSE (Recognition Of Service Excellence) Awards recognise accommodation providers across England who give visitors […]
BBC Radio 2’s Paddy McGuinness has officially lit up Blackpool!
Blackpool’s world-famous Illuminations were officially switched on tonight (Friday 4 September) by comedian and presenter Paddy McGuinness, marking the start of another dazzling season for one of the UK’s most iconic attractions. In a 25,000-capacity arena on the Tower Festival Headland, visitors and residents gathered to witness performances from Lucy Spraggan, The Feeling and Five […]
Entries Deadline Extended for the Wyre Business Awards 2026
Businesses across the borough now have extra time to enter the Wyre Business Awards 2026, with the deadline for submissions extended until Friday 11 September. Proudly organised by Wyre Council, the awards are the borough’s biggest celebration of local business success, shining a spotlight on the organisations that power Wyre’s economy, from ambitious start-ups and micro enterprises […]
Morecambe town centre footfall climbs as summer visitor numbers build
Morecambe town centre has recorded three consecutive months of rising visitor numbers this summer, with footfall climbing steadily from May through to July 2026 as visitors also spend longer in the town than ever before. According to independent footfall data compiled by Place Informatics for Lancaster City Council, total visits to Morecambe town centre rose […]
Communities to grow plants for rare peatlands
More than 156,000 specialist plants will be grown as part of £390,849 project in Blackburn and Burnley The National Lottery Community Fund project will see moorland plants – like sphagnum moss, cotton grass and sundew – transferred to endangered peatlands on the West Pennine Moors benefitting thousands of people. Lancashire Wildlife Trust has received the […]