Iconic Preston Music Venue 53 Degrees set to re-open in August 2025
One of Preston’s favourite live music venues, 53 Degrees, is set to make a triumphant return in August 2025 after nearly a decade of closure. The 400-capacity club room, situated within the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) campus, has been mostly dormant since 2016 but is now preparing to welcome music fans back for a […]
Lancashire Science Festival back with a bang!
Award-winning Lancashire Science Festival public day returns on 17 May and free tickets go on sale on Tuesday The award-winning Lancashire Science Festival is returning next month and free tickets will go on sale next week. The University of Central Lancashire’s* one-day extravaganza, which is one of the biggest free events in the county, showcases […]
Brindle Distillery to open Peckish Food Yard
Brindle Distillery is proud to announce the grand opening of Peckish, a brand-new food yard bringing together the best of local, independent food vendors. Launching over Easter weekend 2025, Peckish will offer a vibrant new casual dining experience, featuring two permanent kitchens committed to serving high-quality, locally sourced food. Leading the way at Peckish are […]
Eight at Gazegill Wins at Ribble Valley Business Awards
Eight at Gazegill, the organic farm-to-table restaurant set within the stunning landscape of the Ribble Valley, is thrilled to announce that it has been named the winner of the ‘New Business’ category at the Ribble Valley Business Awards 2024. This prestigious award celebrates the restaurant’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and exceptional dining, recognising Eight at […]
West Lancs rural businesses to reap rewards of Council’s funding boost
· Council supports rural businesses with Rural England Prosperity Funding (REPF) · £280K awarded to six businesses from the West Lancashire · Funding supports rural innovation and business growth West Lancashire Borough Council has awarded £280,000 to rural businesses funding through the Rural England Prosperity Fund (REPF), helping them to diversify, grow and explore new economic […]
WEPA UK Joins Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone Patron Network
WEPA Professional UK, a leading hygiene specialist in Europe, is proud to announce its support for Blackburn & Darwen Youth Zone as a Patron, reinforcing its commitment to investing in the local community and supporting young people in Blackburn and Darwen. This partnership highlights WEPA UK’s dedication to making a positive impact beyond its core […]
Extension for Farming in Protected Landscapes funding
The Forest of Bowland National Landscape Partnership is excited to announce the extension of the Defra-funded Farming in Protected Landscapes (FiPL) programme for an additional year, now running until the end of March 2026. Since its launch in July 2021, this national initiative has involved over 7,000 farmers and land managers, supporting more than 4,600 […]
See inside the magic at Lanx open weekend
Join LANX For A Proper Northern Day Out – No Fuss, Just Good Shoes, Good Food & Good Chat LANX is throwing open the doors to their Whalley Warehouse for a weekend that’s all about showing you what they’re made of – quite literally. From Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd March 2025, you’re invited to […]
Pleasure Beach Resort appoints new head of wardrobe from Strictly Come Dancing
A wardrobe mistress who has worked on the likes of Strictly Come Dancing and Gavin and Stacey has joined Pleasure Beach Resort to lead its wardrobe function. Abbie Farnell has been appointed as head of wardrobe for the Blackpool theme park’s entertainment division as it re-opens for the 2025 season. As head of wardrobe, Abbie will lead the department […]
Appeal will help wildlife find a home at nature reserve
Brockholes Nature Reserve, a 106-hectare wildlife haven near Preston, is calling on the community to help raise £2,000 to support its vital conservation work. Managed by the Lancashire Wildlife Trust, Brockholes provides a crucial refuge for birds, insects, mammals, plants and amphibians, while also welcoming thousands of visitors each year. Annual upkeep of the reserve […]
Lancashire’s Park Hall Hotel deploys AI Concierge by Inntelo AI in UK first
Lancashire’s Park Hall Resort & Spa has become the first UK hotel to adopt an AI Concierge that talks to guests over the phone and via WhatsApp. Designed by UK company Inntelo AI, the AI Concierge works alongside hotel teams to enhance guest experiences and streamline daily operations. Originally the site of a Benedictine monastery dating back to 669 […]
Hospitality team takes 30 mile hike to raise funds for Lancashire charity
A brave band of walkers brought together by a Lancashire hotel has tackled a one day 30 mile hiking challenge to raise funds for a local charitable organisation. The team of six hikers from English Lakes Hotels Resorts & Venues completed the walk from Wild Boar Estate in south Cumbria to Lancaster House Hotel in […]