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The festival, organised by Ribble Valley Borough Council and hailed as one of the best food festivals in the UK, will take place on Saturday, July 30, after a two-year break, because of the pandemic. The free-to-enter festival features some of the finest food and drink producers in Lancashire, along with a healthy serving of […]

A new and exciting addition is on its way to Preston Market Hall. Tipsy Chef, a new restaurant where you can eat in or takeaway will serve up classic street food, including boa buns, smash burgers, dirty fries, freakshakes and more. All made on site by head chef and owner Jay Oates. Jay is an […]

Italian agri-chef, Maurizio Bocchi, chef-patron of the multi-award-winning La Locanda restaurant in Gisburn, has been announced as Marketing Lancashire’s newest Taste Lancashire Ambassador; joining a stellar line-up of the county’s most celebrated chefs who are leading the way in the promotion of Lancashire as a must-visit food destination. Maurizio and his wife Cinzia opened the […]

Blackpool’s historic Grand Theatre has become the first theatre in the country to receive a National Policing Award for Safety by scooping the Licensing SAVI Award. Situated in the heart of Blackpool’s busy town centre, the Grand Theatre achieved this impressive accolade after successfully taking part in a pioneering, police-led initiative to improve the safety […]

We are thrilled to announce that our CEOs Andrea Challis and Robert Kearsley have been shortlisted for The Northern Leadership Awards 2022 Andrea Challis and Robert Kearsley are the Joint Group CEOs of Partington’s Holiday Centres. The brother and sister team are the fourth generation of the Partington’s family, recently celebrating their 77th anniversary and […]

As the Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty launches its 2022 ‘Discover Bowland’ Guide, rural business in the AONB’s Sustainable Tourism Network are gearing up for another busy year. As well as offering practical advice and information on making the most of their holidays and short breaks in Bowland, the Discover Guide also […]

Over 1200 delegates have already registered to attend Lancashire Business Expo which takes place Friday 25th March from 9am to 3pm at Preston Guild Hall. Around 120 exhibitors will be bringing their exhibition ‘A’ game with innovative stands that are interactive, informative and inspirational for delegates wanting to learn more about their businesses and extend […]

The ongoing humanitarian crisis unfolding due to the invasion of Ukraine has prompted HIVEArts to try and do a small part in aiding the efforts to help the people of Ukraine. On Thursday 31st March. HIVEArts and HIVE Café are presenting an art auction, with all proceeds being donated to charities aiding the people of […]

-Tickets on sale for Rossendale’s new family attraction with water features, interactive raft and animal statues –   Step into The Squirrel’s Lair – American Golf’s newest UK adventure golf course is set to open in Rossendale on Thursday 24th March, boasting an interactive woodland-themed golfing experience with unrivalled views across Lancashire’s rolling hills. Located […]

  The Council owned Harris is among more than 60 galleries, museums, libraries and cultural venues to receive Government’s Cultural Investment Fund (CIF) Awarded through the Museums Estate and Development Fund (MEND) strand, this award will enable the Harris to undertake urgent stonework repairs to the deteriorating façade of the building, in addition to works […]

A top movie based on the Take That songbook is to be filmed in Clitheroe. The post-pandemic feelgood movie, Greatest Days, will shoot in Clitheroe and the surrounding countryside on a date to be confirmed. And delighted Ribble Valley Borough Council bosses said the project will showcase the charm of Clitheroe and beauty of the […]

Bowland Retreat Lodges, a luxury holiday retreat in Clitheroe, Lancashire has invested in sustainable composite decking to boost its eco credentials and enhance its green reputation. Research has shown that nearly 1 in 3 consumers are making purchases based on the ethical and sustainability values of products and brands¹. As a result, Bowland Retreat Lodges, […]