Blackburn
Set on the edge of the West Pennine Moors, Blackburn blends heritage, culture and warm Lancashire hospitality in a way that’s easy to enjoy. The impressive Blackburn Cathedral sits at the heart of the town, offering a peaceful space alongside a lively programme of events, while just around the corner, Blackburn Market is packed with flavour and character—an ideal spot to soak up the town’s diverse food scene and friendly atmosphere.
When it’s time to head outdoors, you’re spoilt for choice. Witton Country Park and Corporation Park provide plenty of room to stretch your legs, from relaxed strolls to family days out, with the rolling moorland landscape never far away for those wanting bigger views. Add in a growing mix of independent cafés, local favourites and a year‑round events programme, and Blackburn makes for a great day out with plenty to discover at your own pace.
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Blackburn Businesses
Blackburn Rovers Football Club
Whether you are planning a small intimate day or a celebration with up to 400 guests, there is a function suite to suit your needs
Read MoreStanley House Hotel & Spa
Stanley House is an award-winning boutique country house hotel, set in 54 acres of Ribble Valley countryside. It's a hotel like no other.
Read MoreSpot On Lancashire
Spot On Lancashire is the county's rural, library and touring service which presents live theatre, dance, music and family shows in the county's smallest and most amazing places.
Read MoreBritish Textile Biennial
A free festival of contemporary art, commissioning artists and designers from all over the world to make work inspired by the context and legacy of the textile industry.
Read MoreKing George's Hall
One of the area's premier live entertainment complexes and has an exciting programme of music, dance, comedy and variety.
Read MoreFred's Brasserie
Blending the finest local produce with an unwavering passion for offering something delightfully unique to guests.
Read MoreBlackburn Events
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Broadway Hits and Movie Songs Night
Date: 24th Oct 2026
Join a night of broad way hits and movie songs. Expect to hear solos, duets and ensemble versions of songs from popular shows.
Read MoreSpirit Of The Blitz - Armed Forces Day Special - Darwen Library Theatre
Date: 27th Jun 2026
To coincide with Armed Forces Day, we open the 1940s songbook and remember the stars who kept us smiling through our darkest days.Spirit Of The Blitz recaptures the tenacious optimism of war-torn Britain on the long road towards peace,...
Read MoreGabby's Dollhouse at Mrs Dowsons
Dates: 27th Jun 2026 - 28th Jun 2026
A perfect family day out filled with fun, laughter, and a-meow-zing memories.
Read MoreFun Dog Show
Date: 4th Jul 2026
A fun dog show with nine classes. Also, street food pop ups,, including burgers, curry, pulled pork rolls, jacket spuds.
Read MoreBlackburn Routes & Trails
Darwen Tower Walk 1
Duration1 hour 30 mins
Distance2 miles
On a clear day the Isle of Man and the hills of North Wales can be seen from Darwen Tower. The Tower celebrates Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee in 1897 and to many local people it also celebrated the freeing of Darwen Moor in the previous year.
Read MoreCycling into History - The Great Harwood Stretch
Distance16 mile
Learn all about the history of the area on this loop which connected Blackburn to Clitheroe via Great Harwood
Read MoreDarwen Tower Walk 2
Duration1 hour 30 mins
Distance2 miles
This circular walk takes in some fantastic views of the surrounding countryside from Darwen Moors.
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