Published on Tuesday 26 October 2021 at 11:18 am
Last week marked the beginning of birthday celebrations for Blackburn’s King George’s Hall, kicking off with a fun-filled centenary party and an exclusive concert from the prestigious Hallé Orchestra, who opened the venue exactly 100 years ago.
Published on Tuesday 19 October 2021 at 5:03 pm
We’d like to thank every single person who shared their incredible King George’s Hall memories as we approach the centenary celebrations this Thursday.
Published on Monday 11 October 2021 at 4:31 pm
Have you seen the incredible new statue of Baroness Barbara Castle?
Thank you to all those who attended the unveiling of the impressive statue on Saturday, created by sculptor Sam Holland.
Published on Thursday 7 October 2021 at 1:20 pm
The Hallé Orchestra first opened Blackburn’s King George’s Hall – and they’ll return 100 years on to perform the same programme their musical peers did a century ago.
Published on Monday 4 October 2021 at 5:26 pm
They have all appeared in a small Lancashire market town called Darwen in recent days!
Celebrities including DJ Goldie, British magician Dynamo, Happy Monday’s Bez, Shaun Ryder and singer Rowetta all visited Darwen last week to launch a premier exhibition of Italian sportswear brand – C.P.
Published on Thursday 30 September 2021 at 4:38 pm
We’re just one day away from the official launch of the prestigious CP Company CINQUANTA exhibition in Darwen – the only one of its kind to take place outside of a major city.
Published on Wednesday 29 September 2021 at 5:16 pm
Archive images and artefacts from C.P. Company will be on display in Darwen Library from 1-10 October to celebrate 50 years of the brand, alongside a series of photographic portraits featuring young men from Blackburn and Darwen.
Published on Wednesday 29 September 2021 at 5:13 pm
Bonfire Night 2021: Remember, remember it’s on the sixth of November!
There will be sparks in the park again this year as Blackburn’s Charity Bonfire at Witton returns – with organisers offering half price family tickets until the end of September.
Published on Tuesday 28 September 2021 at 4:14 pm
The small Lancashire market town of Darwen woke up today to find a massive mural of England and Manchester United footballer Luke Shaw on the side of an iconic period building in its town centre.
Published on Wednesday 22 September 2021 at 12:39 pm
Blackburn’s Old Town Hall is hosting an impressive photographic banner on its façade in preparation for the British Textile Biennial 2021, which kicks off on the 1st October.
Published on Thursday 9 September 2021 at 11:58 am
There is a fun filled weekend of events coming up in Darwen Market Square on Saturday 11th September.
Published on Thursday 26 August 2021 at 9:49 am
The Brickosaurs have arrived in Blackburn – and the response has been roar-some.
Fifteen amazing brick model dinosaurs are hiding in businesses in Blackburn town centre for visitors to find.
Published on Monday 28 June 2021 at 4:41 pm
Darwen Day will be celebrated in style this weekend as the annual event is hosted on Darwen Market Square on Saturday 3rd July.
Published on Monday 28 June 2021 at 11:03 am
Measures are being put in place to ensure next month’s IRONMAN UK event is COVID-secure and safe for everyone to enjoy.
Published on Wednesday 9 June 2021 at 5:03 pm
Works to restore 14 and 20 Lord Street West have finally completed, bringing the two Victorian properties back into use as Prism Studios and Prism Contemporary Gallery.
Published on Friday 21 May 2021 at 4:19 pm
Blackburn’s newest addition – Reel Cinema have opened to their first customers at the impressive new cinema and leisure complex.
Published on Wednesday 28 April 2021 at 9:34 am
Blackburn with Darwen Council are joining Lancashire Fire and Rescue Services (LRF) in backing the National Fire Chiefs Council (NFCC) #BeWaterAware campaign as part of drowning prevention week, taking place from 26 April – 2 May 2021.
Published on Friday 5 March 2021 at 4:53 pm
As International Women’s Day approaches, Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council are encouraging all residents to strike the #ChooseToChallenge pose, showing commitment to building a more gender-equal world – with the chance to win a free afternoon tea from Dolly’s Tearoom!
Published on Monday 15 February 2021 at 10:01 am
Blackburn with Darwen Libraries have received a £10,000 boost from The Reading Agency to use the proven power of reading to tackle loneliness and support mental health, as part of the borough’s Covid-19 recovery.
Filed under: Libraries | loneliness | mental health | reading | support
Published on Wednesday 3 February 2021 at 12:24 pm
Flags are flying at half-mast in Blackburn and Darwen today to honour the life of Captain Sir Tom Moore.
Published on Wednesday 18 November 2020 at 10:52 am
Blackburn with Darwen resident Peter Elliott, completed the annual highways survey and has won the Council prize draw for a £200 Ewood Bikes voucher.
Published on Sunday 8 November 2020 at 1:10 pm
If you haven’t seen the stunning light projection show in the heart of Blackburn Town Centre yet – here’s a glimpse.
Filed under: remembrance | Remembrance 2020
Published on Thursday 5 November 2020 at 4:02 pm
An array of 20 commemorative poppies have been laid across the borough to mark this year’s Remembrance Sunday.
Filed under: remembrance | Remembrance 2020
Published on Tuesday 3 November 2020 at 5:10 pm
This year’s Blackburn Festival of Light is calling for people to get creative at home to be part of a striking light up projection piece on Blackburn Town Hall.
Filed under: Diwali | Festival of Light
Published on Monday 12 October 2020 at 3:27 pm
King George’s Hall and Darwen Library Theatre have been awarded £364,000 as part of the Government’s £1.57 billion Culture Recovery Fund (CRF) to help face the challenges of the coronavirus pandemic and to ensure they have a sustainable future, the Culture Secretary has announced today.
Filed under: Councillor | Damian Talbot | Darwen Library Theatre | funding | grant | King George's Hall
Published on Wednesday 9 September 2020 at 3:01 pm
Blackburn Sports and Leisure Centre and Witton Park Arena are gearing up to reopen.
The Council has been lobbying the Government for our gyms and sporting facilities to reopen since the national easing of restrictions, including the eight areas designated as a protection zone.
Filed under: Blackburn Sports and Lesiure Centre | Councillor | Damian Talbot | Gyms | reopening | Sports | Witton Park Arena
Published on Friday 13 March 2020 at 11:36 am
Events in and around Blackburn & Darwen.
Published on Friday 28 February 2020 at 12:26 pm
Have you got an old bike that you no longer use? If so, you can donate it to Cycle Recycle!
Published on Tuesday 25 February 2020 at 4:00 pm
A free 10-week course to help people improve their English skills is starting at Blackburn Library on Thursday 27 February from 10am – 12.30pm.
Published on Monday 17 February 2020 at 9:03 am
Come along to Blackburn Library on Wednesday 19 February for a special half term treat. The library will be hosting two performances of The Storytellers Theatre Company ‘The Wind in the Willows’ at 11am–12.15pm and then again at 2pm–3.15 pm.
Published on Thursday 13 February 2020 at 1:12 pm
IRONMAN UK is coming back to Blackburn with Darwen after organisers announced an updated bike course.
Filed under: Darwen | Ironman | Mohammed Khan | racing | Triathlon
Published on Monday 13 January 2020 at 1:34 pm
Award winning local crime author Stephen Booth will be visiting Blackburn Library to give a reading of his latest book, talk about his writing and answer any questions.
Published on Thursday 2 January 2020 at 9:03 am
Libraries across the borough are removing all fines for the late return of books and audio visual items.
Filed under: Blackburn | Councillor | Damian Talbot | Darwen | Library fines
Published on Monday 11 November 2019 at 5:02 pm
Three new shows have gone on sale at Darwen Library Theatre.
Kinky Boots The Musical, filmed live at London’s Adelphi Theatre, is strutting onto the big screen!
Filed under: Darwen Library Theatre
Published on Wednesday 9 October 2019 at 1:20 pm
Two new shows at King George’s Hall and Darwen Library Theatre go on sale this week.
Filed under: Darwen Library Theatre | King George's Hall | music
Published on Tuesday 24 September 2019 at 4:23 pm
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery is hosting a new wallpaper exhibition with samples on loan from the V&A (Victoria & Albert Museum), which is on display now and will run until July 2020.
Filed under: Blackburn Museum | Halima Cassell | William Morris
Published on Tuesday 24 September 2019 at 12:57 pm
Sweet Vintage, Sweet Shop and Tea Rooms in Darwen Market Square is to welcome a new shop owner at a grand reopening on Saturday, October 5.
Published on Tuesday 17 September 2019 at 4:25 pm
Groups are being invited to take on the sport area and keep it running for the whole community.
Filed under: Blacksnape playing fields | community | Councillor | Damian Talbot
Published on Monday 2 September 2019 at 1:29 pm
This September at King George’s Hall, Bye Bye Baby celebrate the career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
Filed under: bye bye baby | King George's Hall | music
Published on Monday 15 July 2019 at 2:04 pm
Blackburn’s Brian Fogarty was crowned Ironman victor in yesterday’s ultra-triathlon – which came through Darwen this year.
Published on Wednesday 10 July 2019 at 9:26 am
More than two thousand competitors are gearing up for this weekend’s gruelling Ironman – swim, cycle and running race – but what are the practicalities for residents and businesses?
Filed under: Councillor | Darwen and Rural | Ironman | Mohammed Khan | road closures
Published on Monday 17 June 2019 at 4:45 pm
People flocked to Blackburn’s Festival of Making this weekend despite the damp weather – including visitors from sunny Miami and Australia!
Published on Tuesday 11 June 2019 at 4:36 pm
Leader of the Council, Councillor Mohammed Khan, is looking forward to this weekend’s Festival of Making:
I am excited to start the countdown for this year’s big Festival of Making event.
Filed under: Councillor | countdown | Festival of Making | Mohammed Khan
Published on Monday 10 June 2019 at 3:18 pm
The bumper guide to this year’s exciting Festival of Making is here!
A fun-packed programme of events is now online for this weekend’s highly anticipated 3rd National Festival of Making in Blackburn Town Centre.
Filed under: Blackburn | Festival of Making | programme
Published on Thursday 30 May 2019 at 4:02 pm
Thousands of people are set to enjoy Blackburn’s first tribute festival at Witton Park on Saturday 22 June.
Filed under: festival | music | Restricted Rocks | Witton
Published on Wednesday 8 May 2019 at 11:12 am
A memorial lecture is being held in tribute to a local historian.
Named after his home town, Raymond Blackburn Smith, died in May 2018.
Filed under: cotton town | history | local history
Published on Wednesday 10 April 2019 at 11:14 am
This Easter Saturday, prepare to be entertained whilst you shop at Darwen Market!
On Saturday 20 April, Darwen Market will be welcoming celebrity singer Charlotte Jones who will be singing live from 11am to 3pm in the Annexe.
Filed under: Charlotte Jones | Darwen Market Hall | Easter | music | singer
Published on Monday 25 March 2019 at 3:51 pm
Pennine Lancashire is to benefit from potentially up to £10m in funding to help more people be physically active.
Filed under: Mohammed Khan | Pennine Lancashire | Sport England
Published on Wednesday 20 March 2019 at 4:28 pm
The ‘Friends of Bold Venture Park’ group are celebrating after a recent funding bid for improvements within the park was successful.
Filed under: Bold Venture Park | Councillor David Smith | Darwen | environment | Parks
Published on Tuesday 19 March 2019 at 3:24 pm
The Council is pleased to welcome brand new business Home Sweet Home to Darwen Market.
The stall sells quality bed covers, pillows, duvets, cushions, bathroom mats, towels, throws and more and is already proving a hit with customers after just a week.
Filed under: bedding | Darwen Market | Home Sweet Home
