Published on Thursday 13 August 2026 at 11:17 am
A unique travelling museum showcasing remarkable works from the Government Art Collection is set to make a special stop in Darwen this summer.
Published on Friday 7 August 2026 at 8:00 am
Kier is set to be appointed as the contractor for Blackburn’s landmark Star Square development – part of the largest town centre regeneration scheme of its kind in Lancashire.
Published on Wednesday 5 August 2026 at 6:00 pm
One of the UK’s most exciting indie-rock bands, The K’s is set to headline the grand reopening of Blackburn’s iconic King George’s Hall.
Published on Tuesday 4 August 2026 at 1:18 pm
This summer, families across Blackburn with Darwen can enjoy a packed programme of free and affordable activities taking place across the borough.
Filed under: affordable fun | Free activities | summer | summer activities
Published on Monday 6 July 2026 at 2:31 pm
Following the overwhelming response to last year’s consultation on the future of the Conservatory at Corporation Park, Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is once again asking residents to help shape its future.
Published on Thursday 2 July 2026 at 12:33 pm
An ambitious scheme to transform Darwen town centre is set to benefit from an additional £5m of funding – taking the total to more than £20m.
Published on Friday 26 June 2026 at 2:27 pm
The incredible National Festival of Making is set to return to Blackburn next weekend with a blockbuster line-up – including a brand-new Film Festival!
Published on Friday 12 June 2026 at 3:01 pm
Hundreds of excited schoolchildren erupted into loud cheers and rounds of applause when legendary author and poet Michael Rosen made a special guest appearance at the Blackburn with Darwen Children’s Literature Festival.
Published on Thursday 28 May 2026 at 12:29 pm
The legendary author and poet, Michael Rosen, is set to headline Blackburn with Darwen’s hugely successful Children’s & Young People’s Literature Festival which starts on June 8.
Published on Friday 22 May 2026 at 4:58 pm
The Darwen Town Board is inviting you to have your say on how Pride in Place funding is spent over the next decade.
Published on Wednesday 20 May 2026 at 4:02 pm
Lancashire’s biggest making festival will take over Blackburn town centre on 4th & 5th July for a family-friendly weekend packed with exhibitions, live performances, hands-on making activities, film screenings, makers markets, street food and lots more.
Published on Friday 15 May 2026 at 10:41 am
Darwen Live – the UK’s biggest free music festival – is this weekend, with a huge line-up spanning three stages and more than 20 venues across the town centre.
Published on Tuesday 14 April 2026 at 11:28 am
Darwen’s much-loved Library Theatre is set to benefit from a major boost of almost £1m as part of the government’s new Arts Everywhere Fund.
Published on Friday 20 March 2026 at 3:39 pm
Mill Hill Football Club is celebrating a ‘home win’ after Blackburn with Darwen Council helped secure £125,000 of new funding for its community hub.
Published on Friday 20 March 2026 at 12:11 pm
More than £270,000 is set to be awarded to support vital local projects in the first round of the Darwen Community Fund, with the successful applicants now being revealed.
Published on Thursday 12 March 2026 at 6:17 pm
Residents are being invited to have their say and help shape the future of Darwen Library.
Published on Thursday 12 March 2026 at 11:20 am
Creative and community organisations are leading a bid for Blackburn to become the UK’s first ever Town of Culture.
Published on Wednesday 4 March 2026 at 4:30 pm
Star Academies is set to anchor a £45m landmark regeneration scheme in Blackburn town centre – part of the largest development of its kind in the Lancashire region.
Published on Tuesday 3 March 2026 at 11:49 am
The finishing touches are being made to Darwen’s brand new youth centre – part of almost £10m of new investment in facilities for young people across the borough.
Published on Thursday 15 January 2026 at 6:15 pm
Blackburn with Darwen will feature as part of the Tour de France Grand Départs – set to be the largest free sporting spectacle in British history.
Filed under: Tour de France
Published on Friday 9 January 2026 at 4:43 pm
This year, Blackburn Cathedral proudly marks its 100-year centenary – a milestone filled with joy, reflection, and celebration.
Filed under: Blackburn Cathedral | centenary | Councillor | Leader
Published on Friday 12 December 2025 at 3:00 pm
Blackburn with Darwen Council has announced that it’s buying Jack’s Key Lodge to help safeguard its future.
Published on Thursday 4 December 2025 at 10:15 am
Blackburn’s King George’s Hall is set to benefit from a further £4.5m of funding.
The hugely popular venue – the largest performance space in the borough and an iconic entertainment space in the North West – is undergoing extensive renovations as part of a ‘generational opportunity.’
Published on Wednesday 3 December 2025 at 11:46 am
You’re being asked to take part in a new survey that could help shape plans for the future of trains in Blackburn with Darwen.
Published on Tuesday 2 December 2025 at 11:21 am
A brand-new Darwen Community Fund has just launched offering local groups the opportunity to access support for projects that will help make a real difference to the town.
Published on Wednesday 19 November 2025 at 11:43 am
There’s just days to go until Blackburn’s biggest festive celebration of the year – the Christmas lights switch on!
Published on Tuesday 18 November 2025 at 2:36 pm
Blackburn town centre has welcomed its first-ever Japanese restaurant – Shinsen Sushi.
The move to Cathedral Square is a ‘dream come true’ for hugely talented chef, Dimitris Kalliontzis, and his partner, Ionika Regudo.
Published on Sunday 16 November 2025 at 11:38 am
Darwen’s Christmas lights switch-on once again smashed all records as thousands of people turned out for the hugely popular event marking an exciting start of the festive countdown.
Published on Thursday 13 November 2025 at 7:30 am
Blackburn’s Christmas lights switch-on is set to dazzle this year, with an exciting line-up that celebrates the town’s music, sport, and community spirit.
Published on Wednesday 12 November 2025 at 7:30 am
It’s nearly time! Darwen’s hugely popular Christmas Lights Switch-On event is back this Saturday, with over nine hours of festive fun for all the family!
Published on Wednesday 5 November 2025 at 11:39 am
Darwen’s town centre, parks, open spaces, and young people could all benefit from almost £20m of new Government funding over the next 10 years.
Published on Monday 3 November 2025 at 4:21 pm
Blackburn based football club, Mill Hill Juniors, is celebrating after securing a £4,000 donation.
The donation comes from Persimmon Homes Lancashire after the club applied for funding through the housebuilders Community Champions initiative.
Filed under: football club | funding | Mill Hill | new homes
Published on Wednesday 22 October 2025 at 4:19 pm
There was a heartfelt show of appreciation for the ‘invaluable’ staff and volunteers as Blackburn Library celebrated its 50th anniversary at Town Hall Street.
Published on Wednesday 22 October 2025 at 2:45 pm
With just one month to go, the full line-up for Blackburn’s Christmas lights switch-on has been revealed – and it’s a cracker!
Published on Tuesday 21 October 2025 at 10:26 am
It’s a big week for Blackburn with Darwen Library Service!
Not only are staff and volunteers celebrating 50 proud years of Blackburn Central Library in Town Hall Street, but they’ve also just launched a brand-new website – packed full of useful information and free resources for residents.
Published on Friday 17 October 2025 at 5:00 pm
One of Darwen’s favourite Christmas traditions is back and this year’s lights switch-on is offering more than nine hours of festive fun that’s not to be missed!
Published on Friday 17 October 2025 at 11:05 am
Blackburn born author Christina Gabbitas has gained national recognition for her work on the serious issues of county lines exploitation and related knife crime.
Filed under: author | books | Christina Gabbitas | council officer | county lines | poetry | reading
Published on Wednesday 15 October 2025 at 10:47 am
Residents in Blackburn with Darwen are being asked to have their say on an ambitious plan to deliver a local transport revolution for Lancashire.
Published on Friday 10 October 2025 at 5:00 pm
Kelly Llorenna – the singing sensation behind dance anthems Heart of Gold and True Love Never Dies – has been revealed as the headline act for this year’s Darwen Christmas lights switch-on.
Published on Friday 10 October 2025 at 12:12 pm
There’s an exciting line-up of free family-friendly events, creative workshops, live performances, and cultural experiences in Blackburn town centre this October half-term – offering something for everyone.
Published on Thursday 9 October 2025 at 3:14 pm
There’s a full week of events planned to mark the 50th anniversary of Blackburn Central Library moving to its home on Town Hall Street and you’re invited!
Published on Monday 6 October 2025 at 4:20 pm
Coming back to Blackburn for a second year is the International Solo Ice Dance Competitions, and they’re worth a watch.
Filed under: Blackburn | Blackburn Ice Arena | councillor phil riley | Ice Dancing | Ice Rink | Ice Skating | Leader | Planet Ice
Published on Thursday 2 October 2025 at 4:04 pm
Blackburn Cathedral is set to host artwork which features a rotating sculpture depicting Planet Earth.
After the success of Museum of the Moon Luke Jerram’s world-famous ‘Gaia’ will be in town from the 6th of October until the 16th of November.
Filed under: Art | artist | Blackburn Cathedral | event | Gaia | museum of the moon
Published on Friday 19 September 2025 at 3:51 pm
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery has officially unveiled its brand-new exhibition – the most ambitious one ever staged in its glorious 150-year history.
Published on Friday 19 September 2025 at 12:54 pm
An artist’s impression has been revealed showing how an empty building could be transformed into a multi-million-pound post 16 Special Educational Needs centre in Blackburn town centre.
Published on Thursday 18 September 2025 at 10:50 am
Darwen Cricket Club has officially unveiled its impressive new all-weather facility – only the second of its kind in the whole country.
Published on Wednesday 10 September 2025 at 5:07 pm
Blackburn Museum is preparing to open the doors to its most ambitious exhibition ever this weekend – a landmark show filled with breathtaking artwork, exquisite, rare books, stunning manuscripts and beautiful ceramics.
Published on Wednesday 27 August 2025 at 12:12 pm
A survey launched to gather ideas from the community regarding possible options for the Conservatory, has gained over 1,500 responses.
Filed under: Blackburn | Buttress | conservatory | Coporation Park Supporters Group | Corporation Park | Councillor Jim Smith | Historic England | Supporters
Published on Tuesday 26 August 2025 at 10:25 am
We’re thrilled to announce that Herbert Parkinson, Darwen’s own renowned textile manufacturer and part of the prestigious John Lewis Partnership, will be joining us at Darwen Market again for an exclusive Pop-Up Shop on Saturday 30th August 2025 from 8am to 4pm.
Filed under: Darwen Market | Herbert Parkinson's
Published on Thursday 21 August 2025 at 3:21 pm
The country’s top BMX riders are set to descend on Darwen this weekend with hosting Round 2 of the British Cycling BMX Freestyle National Series.
