A very warm welcome to Lancashire!

There's lots of fun and exciting events happening in Lancashire this weekend, there really is no reason to be bored. 

The exciting new season programme from Blackpool Grand Theatre got the seal of approval from the Alan Carr and Craig Revel Horwood waxworks at Madame Tussaud’s. 

Tickets for the free award-winning Lancashire Science Festival are now available.

Showtown in partnership with community arts organisation, LeftCoast and Blackpool based dance company, House of Wingz are appealing to the public to become an exciting part of Blackpool’s history. 

Chorley’s Big Weekend is lining up to be a fantastic event on 1 and 2 October.

Highest Point, Lancashire’s biggest open-air music festival has now released the first wave of tickets to the event which will be held from 12-14th May 2022. 

A stunning artistic interpretation of the car that played a starring role in the hit film, The White Tiger, is to go on display in Blackpool town centre.

Spend a relaxing 24 hours exploring Chorley’s historic houses, famous market town and surrounding countryside.

Blackpool Zoo is delighted to welcome its first two red panda cubs for more than a decade. With only 10,000 red pandas left in the wild, these cubs are cause for extra celebration.

Visitors to Leyland town centre will be treated to a celebration of food and drink, live music and entertainment later this month as A Taste of Leyland returns.

We've put together a list of all the exciting things happening this weekend in Lancashire, for even more events happening this month in Lancashire check out our What's On page. 

Enjoy an amazing day out at Blackpool Pleasure Beach with all our rides and Oktoberfest event every Saturday in September!
 

Blackpool’s annual Air Show will take place next year over the weekend of August 13 and 14 2022, it has been confirmed.

US rock legends The Strokes and global favourites Tears For Fears will headline two of the extra five nights announced for Lancashire’s Lytham Festival 2022.

Let your imagination fly as Light Up Lancaster returns to illuminate the city this November.

We’ve put together a list of the exciting events taking place in Lancashire this weekend, 10-12 September!

Walls have Ears’ will culminate in an exhibition to be held at King George’s Hall between 11th – 19th September 2021, as part of Blackburn’s contribution to the national celebrations of Heritage Open Days.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach has launched the 2022 Platinum Club Season Pass, offering unlimited access to the park throughout the year from just £90 for a limited time only.

With 137 miles of coastline and two Areas Of Outstanding Natural Beauty it won’t come as a surprise that Lancashire can offer some movie worthy views. Whatever your budget or whether staying for a night or longer, take a look at some of what Lancashire has to offer.

Blackpool’s spectacular fireworks season kicks off this weekend with a new beachfront launch pad.

There is nothing better than getting some fresh air and exploring the beautiful sights of Lancashire, however when it comes to choosing a pram-friendly walking route, it isn’t always easy.

Blackpool Grand Theatre has launched its new ‘Audio’ version of its new season Guide to boost accessibility for visually impaired visitors following its new sales office re-opening after 17-months of closure.

“A 10-day Lytham Festival for 2022 will attract around 200,000 live music fans and we can’t wait to bring global icons back to Lytham Green.”

Dancing queen Shirley Ballas graced the legendary Tower Ballroom to launch Blackpool’s biggest ever Illuminations season

Lancaster Arts announces a season of live arts events this autumn continuing their on-going theme of Water, focussing on the environmental crisis we are facing.

There's lots of fun events happening this weekend in Lancashire from music festivals to farmers markets and the big illuminations switch-on there's no need to be bored this weekend. 

The highly acclaimed West End show, ‘The Woman in Black’ will bring Autumn chills to audiences at the Blackpool Grand Theatre this month with its eerie atmosphere, powerful acting and ingenious set design.

The Dukes Host Kings of comedy Le Navet Bete to reimagine a historical classic.

Pendle Leisure Trust is marking this year’s National Fitness Day with activities for all ages and abilities to get involved in.

Highest Point festival organisers announce full line up for family event this Sunday in Lancaster

They thought women’s football was all over in 1921 but a century on, the story of a pioneering team will be told through dance.

Chorley’s streets will come alive to the sound of music and entertainment in October as a new one-off event will be held to encourage people to support local businesses.

Blackpool is gearing up for the return of the hugely-popular Ride The Lights event.

Lancashire's rambling countryside, challenging moorland and extensive waterways make not only spectacular places to explore but they offer some of the most breath taking views in the county. 

Walk, Cycle or even paraglide in some of the county's most beautiful landscapes. Whether you love panoramic views or are captivated by flora and fauna, Lancashire is the county with it all. 

Blackpool’s year-round beach patrol service has taken delivery of a brand new vehicle as visitors flock to the coast.

Olivier award-winning comedy favourites, Mischief, today announce hit comedy Magic Goes Wrong is set to head to the Opera House Blackpool this November from Wednesday 24 – Saturday 27 November 2021.

The bank holiday weekend of the year is almost here – and there’s lots of exciting events taking place so you can relax and make the most of the extra long weekend.

Young shoppers visiting The Mall Blackburn have enjoyed a week of fun-filled dinosaur activities - with more yet to come.

Keep all the family royally entertained with a magical day out at Hoghton Tower. 

Two of Britain’s leading designers are preparing to bring a unique twist to Blackpool’s annual Illuminations display.

After a rollercoaster 17 months, Ribby Hall Village have so much to celebrate. The more than 120-strong SPA Hotel team, all of whom returned from furlough earlier this year are celebrating 10 years since welcoming their first guests.

Nickelodeon has today announced that English singer, actress and broadcaster Fleur East and The Voice 2020 winner Blessing Annatoria will be performing at this year’s SLIMEFEST event.

UCLan’s award-winning Lancashire Science Festival is taking place on 23 October.

Moor Hall restaurant with rooms in Lancashire has been crowned National Restaurant of the Year for the second year running at the Estrella Damm National Restaurant Awards 2021.

The rainy weather doesn’t mean you have to be bored; Lancashire is full of exciting things to do and see, even for the days when the weather decides not to be so kind.

Two more top musical talents are joining the Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On line-up, it was announced today.

We’ve put together a list of all the exciting events happening in Lancashire this weekend.

The Dukes is back to delight audiences with its Autumn 2021 season – ushering in a
celebration of The Dukes 50th Anniversary!

The newly refurbished Whitaker Museum has been celebrating high visitor numbers after its reopening in July.

‘Leave nothing but your footprints’ is the inspiration behind a series of 10-metre-long footprints spectacularly created in Fylde.

The first of these special events takes place in the beautiful setting of Avenham Park where families are invited to join in storytelling and illustration workshops full of inspiration and fun, exploring themes around family and what family means to them.

The award-winning Bongo’s Bingo is back in Blackpool for three August dates – Friday 13th, Friday 20th and Friday 27th at The Pleasure Beach. 

Preston BID, in association with St George’s Shopping Centre, will stage ‘Prestfest for Families’, a free-to-attend event, from 12noon, then ‘Prestfest’ with Bar Pintxos from 6.30pm.

It’s been a long time coming but Blackpool Grand Theatre is delighted to announce the launch of its new season programme with tickets going on sale from its new, purpose-built ticket office on Church Street.  

Lancaster's Dukes theatre has paid an unusual tribute to a much-loved volunteer and supporter of their outdoor walkabout shows.

A historic Blackpool Tram is being named after Reginald Dixon, best known for his time spent as organist at the Blackpool Tower, having held the position in the famous Ballroom for 40 years.

There’s plenty going on in Lancashire this weekend…

Celebrate afternoon tea week and enjoy a deliciously decadent Lancashire Afternoon Tea in the spectacular setting of Hoghton Tower.

In accordance with UK Government track and trace legislation, the producers have had to suspend all performances of Dirty Dancing – The Classic Story on Stage at the Winter Gardens Blackpool up to and including Friday 13^th August 2021.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach has a whole host of shows ready for families to enjoy this summer. From stunning ice performances, to magical illusion shows and even a combination of fine dining and the best in live entertainment, there is something for everyone.

After a two-year absence from Lancaster's Williamson Park, The Dukes is delighted to entertain audiences outdoors once again.

Long car journeys aren’t ideal, especially for kids, that’s why we’ve put together a list of 5 places for you to detour off the M6, stretch your legs and Rediscover Lancashire.

Highest Point Festival has today announced it will be adding a fourth night to its open-air music festival this September

Two of Blackpool’s biggest free events are returning for 2021, it was revealed today.

Blackpool’s Grundy Art Gallery is delighted to announce details of its upcoming summer 2021 programme which includes two linked exhibitions one taking place inside and one outside of the gallery, both of which explore our past, current and future relationship to the seaside.

Blog and photography by Victoria England @Victoria_england_photography

Lancashire, the county of serene countryside, bustling cities and towns and strewn with amazing history. 

Having postponed his Lancaster Comedy Club appearance three times due to social distancing, Carl Hutchinson is hoping he has finally conquered the curse of Covid! 

Hoghton Tower will resound to the crash of cannon fire and the clash of armour as Sir John Savile’s Household stages a weekend recreation of the Wars of the Roses on Saturday, 7^th and Sunday, 8^th August.

Shirley Ballas, one of the world’s most accomplished dancers and now head judge on BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing, will pull the switch at a special concert in the famous Tower Ballroom on the evening of Friday 3 September.

Festival organiser's announce extra day of family fun at live event this September in Lancaster.

We have put together a list of some of the events taking place this weekend in Lancashire.

Discovering the spectacular scenery and finest hospitality of the Ribble Valley and Forest of Bowland on electric bike. Enjoy the luxury of a multi hotel experience, full of gastro delights.

Blackpool Grand Theatre is delighted to announce that the theatre will begin to re-open from Tuesday 4 August,  aiming for an incredible Christmas return with a fantastic full-scale pantomime!

The Whitaker Museum has celebrated the next exciting phase in its 119 year history, with the launch of a spectacular £2.2 million re-development.

Inflatable Makers, Architects of Air, bring globetrotting,1000m2 expandable maze of colour to Lancashire as Blackburn welcomes the unmissable… Dodecalis Luminarium

VisitBlackpool has revealed details of some of the performers who will grace the stage at this year’s Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On concert.

Have a fun-filled weekend in Lancashire!

Here’s a list of just some of the fantastic things going on in Lancashire this weekend.

The iconic Blackpool Tower Ballroom has finally opened, more than 15 months after it was forced to close its doors due to the pandemic.

Positive visitor feedback has helped Blackpool Zoo define its operations after most remaining restrictions were eased on Monday 19th July.

As well as being a finalist on this year’s Britain’s Got Talent, Steve is an actor, writer, comedian, juggler and Gillard Award winning presenter on BBC Radio Lancashire.

Families can discover the wonder of wetlands this summer, with an adventure-packed day out at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre.

Members of the Golden Ball Dog Walkers are lacing up their walking boots, popping on their dog leads and grabbing their poo bags to explore the South Ribble countryside.

Make the most of the summer days and enjoy a delicious picnic in the beautiful Lancashire countryside. Gather your troops, prepare your picnic, and explore some of the finest picnic destinations Lancashire has to offer.

Lancashire-based and independent visitor attraction, the Bowland Wild Boar Park, is ready to thrill family visitors with brand-new facilities this summer, having added engaging, fun and more unusual features to its day visitor experience.

Blackpool Heritage Tram Tours have announced a unique tour experience for 2021, which includes a 75 minute tram tour along Blackpool Promenade and locally sourced Fish & Chips.

Celebrity fortune hunting hopefuls, antiques experts, and a STV Studios film crew made a beeline for a North West treasure trove last week.

£20million investment to Create the North’s Most Exclusive Retreat. 

TV broadcaster and actress Nicola Thorp is fronting a new campaign to promote the relaunch of tourism in her home town of Blackpool.

Leighton Hall branches out to help Blackpool firm sow seeds of positive climate change.

Having initially served a male market since they launched back in 2018, Lancashire-based LANX has now responded to increased demand from its rapidly growing audience of female followers to launch a women’s collection.

The British Country Music Festival (TBCMF) has announced the go ahead for 2021.

Top Hand Picked Northern Artisan Makers & Producers Visit Holden Clough’s Strawberry Summer Market.

After a ten year absence deckchairs will return to Blackpool’s golden sands this summer.

A North Lancashire hotel has been working with local food suppliers to bring an imaginative new twist to its menu.

 

An exhibition reaches hopefully towards the end of the rainbow. Pre-Raphaelite Artist of Hope displays Evelyn De Morgan’s symbolic paintings alongside contemporary stories from those who have lived through warfare and from NHS staff who have served on the frontline during the pandemic. 

A tender comedy-drama about a beautiful, life-affirming lockdown romance, Sunnymead Court, visits The Dukes in Lancaster on Monday 5 July 2021. 

Pendle Leisure Trust has won not one – not two – but three awards – and they are all down to what our members think of our services!

Ballroom dancing returns to the Empress Ballroom Blackpool

Fairy tales do happen as The Dukes will prove this summer when its awardwinning walkabout theatre season returns to Williamson Park.