HAPPA finalists in Be Inspired Business Awards
HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association) are delighted to announce that they have made it through to the finals of the Be Inspired Business Awards (BIBAs), in the categories Community Business of the Year and Apprentice Team of the Year. The BIBAS organised by the North and Western Lancashire Chamber of Commerce are now in […]
The Dukes’ Sunset Screenings Return to Williamson Park
Step Outdoors for an Unforgettable Summer of Theatre and Film in Lancaster’s Beautiful, Williamson Park The Dukes have been creating memorable outdoor experiences for over 35 years, and this year is set to be bigger and better than ever. Audiences are invited to join the Dukes for a full summer takeover at the picturesque Williamson Park in Lancaster where […]
Date Set for Popular Accrington Food Festival to Return
Following the extremely successful 2023 Accrington Food & Culture Festival, organisers #AmazingAccrington have announced that the 2024 Accrington Food Festival will take place on Saturday 1st June from 10am. The 2023 event saw over 12,000 people flock to Accrington town centre for a magical day filled with delicious food, fun for all the family and entertainment […]
A New Social Value Approach Launched by Preston City Council
Preston City Council has approved a Social Value Procurement Framework (SVPF) as a central part of its commitment to increasing the ‘social value’ or benefit received by local communities through its procurement activity. This marks an important step forward in the council’s commitment to delivering Community Wealth Building in Preston. The Social Value (2012) Act […]
Thornton Hall welcomes new wedding coordinator
Making unique wedding day memories at Thornton Hall … from Deer Parks and llamas to tractors and giant slides! It’s the start of another busy wedding season and the Thornton Hall Country Park team are delighted to welcome Jody Anna as their new wedding coordinator at Thornton Hall. Unique and unusual. Wedding venue ‘Thornton Hall’ […]
Staff at The Mall Blackburn become Dementia Friends
The Mall Blackburn has hosted Dementia Friends training for 28 members of its management, security and cleaning staff as part of its work with its charity of the year, Age UK Blackburn with Darwen. Alzheimer’s Society’s Dementia Friends programme is the biggest ever initiative to change people’s perceptions of dementia. It aims to transform the […]
BBC’s Songs of Praise to feature UCLan Temperance expert
Dr Annemarie McAllister showcases Livesey Collection in this week’s episode – Temperance and Temptation A Temperance Movement historian from the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) will lend her expertise to the BBC’s Songs of Praise as it looks at abstinence ahead of Alcohol Awareness Week. Senior Research Fellow Dr Annemarie McAllister specialises in the history […]
Business Grants now available for Wyre’s rural businesses
Expressions of interest are now open for rural businesses across Wyre to apply for grant funding through the Rural Business Grant Programme. £140,000 has been allocated from the Government’s Rural England Prosperity Fund to help supercharge growth and create employment opportunities for the borough’s rural areas. This funding will look to support new and existing […]
La Locanda chef launches “Agrichef on Wheels”
Maurizio Bocchi, Agrichef invites food enthusiasts to join him as he travels across Lancashire for a new video series “Agrichef on Wheels.” Sourcing the best quality local produce has always been a priority of Maurizio’s, with more than 80% of his restaurant, La Locanda’s ingredients locally sourced. A chef passionate about creating authentic, handcrafted dishes. […]
Meet Rusty the ‘junk’ horse at HAPPA this summer!
HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association) are pleased to welcome a new addition to the Farm this summer, who doesn’t cost anything to feed. Rusty will be paying a visit to Shores Hey Farm, Burnley, Lancashire from 24th July until 4th September. Rusty the horse created by local artist and sculptor, Sarah Mae Francis founder […]
Stonyhurst rated Excellent in all areas of latest inspection
Stonyhurst College and its Prep School, Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall, have been awarded the highest possible rating of ‘Excellent in all areas’ following an inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI). Stonyhurst College and its Prep School, Stonyhurst St Mary’s Hall, have been awarded the highest possible rating of ‘Excellent in all areas’ following an […]
Amazing Accrington Food & Culture Festival Boosts Economy by £300,000
Over 12,000 attended as the Accrington Food & Culture Festival returned in style on Saturday 3rd June. Attractions included international, regional and local food markets, 1940’s singers, a Spitfire flypast, a war re-enactment, a kitchen demo area featuring TV star Molly Robbins and some amazing local businesses, and a spectacular culture festival inside Accrington Market […]