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Ribby Hall Village, Summoned to the Tower of London
Ribby Hall Village has been named as a leader in people management practice globally, having been shortlisted in the Gold Employer of the Year (250+ employees) category in the second annual Investors in People Awards. The awards, which received over 400 entries from around the world, celebrate the best people management practices amongst Investors in […]
We can do it! Talk about Women and the War in Lancashire
Lancashire County Council's libraries are helping people to discover what life was like for women on the home front during World War 1. Staff from the county council's community heritage team will hold a number of interesting talks across the county in July. They will recall the contribution made by women and children and how […]
Lancashire Grown exhibition showcases Lancashire’s agricultural history
A new exhibition showcasing Lancashire's agricultural history is on display at Lancaster City Museum. The 'Lancashire Grown' exhibition runs until Sunday 4 October. Heather Dowler, Lancashire County Council's manager at Lancaster City Museum, said: "Lancashire has a strong agricultural history. There are a variety of items on display to reflect this, including objects, artwork, photographs […]
Antony Costa to Join Cast of Tommy The Rock Opera
Singing star Antony Costa is to join the cast of Tommy the Rock Opera at Blackpool Opera House this autumn. Antony, best known as one quarter of boy band Blue for the past 15 years, will play the role of Cousin Kevin in the UK Premiere staging of a new production of The Who’s classic […]
Full Cast Announced for Blackpool Season of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Cats
The full cast has been announced for Blackpool’s eight week run of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s record breaking musical Cats. As previously announced, Jane McDonald will play Grizabella at the Blackpool Opera House from Thursday 9 July until Saturday 5 September. Jane will be joined by Adam Linstead (Old Deuteronomy), Matt Krzan (Munkustrap), Antoine Murray-Straughan (Rum […]
‘Service and skills’ key to boosting Lancashire tourism
Providing better customer experiences is the best way for Lancashire to boost visitor numbers, according to a group of the county’s leading tourism thinkers. Speaking at the annual Lancashire Leisure and Tourism Roundtable, organised by accountancy and business advisory firm Moore and Smalley, sector bosses said that improving the skills and knowledge of those working […]
Vision for new cinema and market key to Preston City Centre
An ambitious vision for a cinema development and market is at the heart of the re-generation of Preston City Centre. The Markets Quarter development aims to deliver ‘game-changing’ cinemas and improve and enhance Preston Markets with a new, exciting market right in the heart of Preston City Centre. And in another sign of growing confidence […]
Follow in the footsteps of a World War One soldier in Briercliffe
Lancashire County Council's libraries are helping people to discover what life was like for a Lancashire soldier during World War One. Staff from the county council's community heritage team will take people on a local history walk in Briercliffe to follow in the footsteps of a local man, James Leaver, who fought in World War […]
Time and Tide exhibition celebrates maritime past
A new exhibition celebrating Lancashire's rich maritime past opens at Fleetwood Museum in June. The textile exhibition 'Time and Tide' runs from Saturday 27 June to Sunday 1 November. Distinctive and imaginative fabric arts created by the contemporary textile group Preston Threads will be showcased. Preston Threads is a thriving textile group which promotes a […]
Lancashire firms given chance to ‘Build on Boost’
Businesses across Lancashire are being given a say on how the county can build on the achievements of one of its most successful ever business support initiatives. Boost Business Lancashire – the county’s £7.2m business growth hub – has supported over 2,000 businesses since it was launched in 2013, with 600 new jobs already being […]
Full Steampunk ahead at Queen Street Mill
Cult science fiction is taking over Queen Street Mill (QSM) this weekend. From midday to 5pm on Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June the museum at Harle Syke, near Burnley, will host a Steampunk weekend. Steampunk is an increasingly popular type of science fiction that embraces fashions, culture, architectural style and art from an alternative […]
Get your entries in for Chorley Flower Show
Gardening enthusiasts are being encouraged to make history and take part in the first ever Chorley Flower Show to be hosted in the magnificent grounds of Astley Park. If you have ever fancied yourself as an Alan Titchmarsh or Charlie Dimmock then now is the opportunity to showcase your skills at the Chorley Council-run show. […]