A very warm welcome to Lancashire!

While we are all sitting at home, wildlife is just getting on with its spring preparations.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach has announced a string of activities allowing the public to experience the thrills and spills of the UK’s favourite amusement park from home.

We’ve pulled together some facts and fiction regarding Lancashire to see if we can fool you this April Fools Day. Challenge your family to this difficult quiz and see who comes out on top...

The coronavirus outbreak has put many businesses at risk, so here are some of the ways you can continue to support them..

Blackpool’s annual celebration of Britain’s armed forces has been cancelled due to the coronavirus pandemic. 

The traditional and much loved Egg Rolling annual event is cancelled for 2020 due to the Covid19 virus.

Following the fast-changing situation regarding the Coronavirus (COVID-19) we want to keep all Lancashire visitors as up to date as possible.

We're no experts, but if you're struggling today - this might help. 

From 5pm Friday 20 March 2020, The Harris in Preston will temporarily close its doors due to the Covid-19 virus.

Due to the escalating coronavirus pandemic and new Government advice over large-scale gatherings, we are sorry to announce that this year’s Pride Blackpool festival has been cancelled.

It is with much regret that we announce the postponement of the Blackburn Cathedral Flower Festival planned for June this year.

For anyone who is self isolating, or anyone who needs a lunch time activity, take part in our 'Ultimate Lancashire Quiz...'

During these troubling times two of Blackpool’s venues, the Grand Theatre and Winter Gardens have joined forces to ‘put people in touch’ with each other. Both venues are asking followers and their email subscribers to reach out and offer help to others in the community.

In response to the Prime Minister’s statement yesterday evening, we regret to inform you Blackpool Grand, along with other UK Theatres will close today (Tuesday, 17 March 2020).

It can seem a long wait for the clocks to go forward bringing welcome lighter evenings, but one Lancaster hotel has been working hard to restore the shine to a piece of the city’s historic heritage.

After huge successes with Hello Dolly, Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Made in Dagenham, local amateur company Blackpool Operatic Players return to The Grand’s stage to present Shrek the Musical.

Conservationists at SEA LIFE Blackpool will be handing out packs of seeds this weekend to mark Learn About Butterflies Day to promote conservation as part of its 30^th anniversary celebrations.

Focused on celebrating women’s cultural, economic, social, and political achievements, International Women’s Day raises awareness against gender bias across the world and encourages you to take action for equality.

Many areas of the UK claim to have inspired JRR Tolkien’s creation of middle earth but the author certainly spent much of his time at Stonyhurst College whilst he was working on Lord of The Rings during the Second World War.

John Ruskin, the Victorian artist, poet and art critic famously wrote of the Lune Valley ‘I do not know in all my own country, still less in France and Italy, a place more naturally divine.’

The Boulevard Hotel has teamed up with the award winning Black Powder Gin team to offer a very special event for fans of gin. 

Baby shark twins successfully born in the UK for the first time are celebrating their first anniversary in a major milestone for British marine conservation and breeding programmes.

2-8 March is British Pie Week, and to honour the event, one venue, famous for making the world’s most expensive meat pie, has launched a special menu, celebrating the humble dish.

Aimee Williams took her romance with childhood sweetheart Lewis to new heights today (February 29^th) and popped the question on the Avalanche ride, at Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

The song goes; “How many sweet flowers grow in an English country garden?”  For one North Lancashire attraction, the answer now includes literally thousands more!

The Fence Gate Lodge in Pendle has announced they’ve achieved a Five Gold Star rating from the AA for their accommodation, while their Brasserie, housed in the Fence Gate Inn, has also won an AA Rosette for dining.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach is offering unlimited access to the park for the whole of the 2020 season for just £90. 

The Mall Blackburn has teamed up with the organisers of World Book Day to bring stories to life in the shopping centre!

Blackburn Cathedral Flower Festival has announced a unique opportunity for UK flower fans, as Tom De Houwer confirms a demonstration and installation at the June 2020 event.

Jason Manford is back! It’s been a busy few years since Jason’s last smash-hit stand-up show, but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit.

Lots of little shoppers have taken advantage of the free fun on offer at The Mall Blackburn this half-term – and there is plenty more to come!

The Royal Shakespeare Company makes a return visit to Blackpool Grand Theatre in March.  

Families and little ones will be able to see some of their television favourites on the stage when CBeebies’ Sarah & Duck bring their live show to The Dukes this March.

Behind the blue curtain - Daniel, a refugee from Eritrea, now training to be a nurse; Rahmiya, a second-generation Muslim doctor; and David, elderly white cancer patient and discredited academic, fretting about his cat, Roger.

Changing litter into wildlife is an important task that keeps you focussed.

The world-famous Winter Gardens will again throw open its doors for an exclusive access all areas event, allowing the public a rare chance to explore every nook and cranny of the grade 2* listed building. 

Although much more associated with Yorkshire, The Brontë sisters actually spent much of their lives in Lancashire walking from the family home at Haworth across the South Pennine Moors.

There is something for everyone at the Harris this spring with four exciting new exhibitions opening this month, from local history to newly-made art. 

Say 'I do' in Lancashire.

Award-winning stand-up, cult podcaster and acclaimed author Sofie Hagen brings her brand new show The Bumswing to The Dukes on March 7.

The Lancashire Wildlife Trust are launching a brand new family story complete with walking map for the Wyre Estuary and surrounding coast.

The International smash hit "Spirit of the Dance" celebrates 21 fabulous years as one of the most successful dance shows ever and now, their new spine tingling anniversary show is touring the world and arrives in Blackburn.

Following recent announcements of Rob Beckett, Jon Richardson, Alan Carr, Ed Byrne and Jack Dee… Blackpool Grand announces Frank Skinner and his new tour Showbiz!

For many couples, 2020 is set to be an exciting year- and one especially lucky pair will have even more reason to celebrate, as a heritage Lancaster business is offering a free dream wedding.

There is a fun farce in store for theatre-goers this March, as Jeeves and Wooster in Perfect Nonsense arrives at The Dukes.

The unparalleled master and worst-kept secret of stand-up comedy, Tom Stade, is back!

The West Lancashire Light Railway Trust is delighted to have received the prestigious Heritage Railway Association, Small Groups Award.

The nation’s favourite psychic, Sally Morgan, is set to appear at The Globe Theatre, Blackpool Pleasure Beach as part of her 10 Years and Counting Tour

Bill Kenwright’s production of one of the greatest family musicals of all time The Sound of Music returns to the UK and Ireland in 2020.

World-class contemporary variety show High Jinx is set to arrive at The Blackpool Tower Circus this February half term.

One of the UK’s top universities is joining forces with an innovative young designer to create a spectacular light installation for this year’s world-famous Blackpool Illuminations.

A Lancashire theatre company are staging the life of one of the county’s most famous comedy sons in a new play this month.

The highly acclaimed Russian State Opera returns with the perfect tragic Aida, an opera with breath-taking melodies.

With Valentine’s Day only days away Blackpool Grand Theatre presents a love-fusion of some of the greatest music and love songs ever written. 

The Winter Gardens Blackpool and Mark Goucher announced today that Shirley Ballas will star as The Fairy Godmother in Blackpool’s biggest ever family pantomime, CINDERELLA, at the Opera House Blackpool

An evening of late 90’s boyband nostalgia, four of the era’s biggest pop bands, take to the stage on a multi-bill extravaganza at King George’s Hall Blackburn.

Do you have what it takes to be become the latest apprentice for everyone’s favourite builder?  

Jason Manford has today announced that Joel Dommett will host the Sunday night of the highly anticipated second ever Manford’s Comedy Festival, joined by top comedians Bill Bailey, Suzi Ruffell, Reginald D. Hunter and Dan Nightingale. 

A packed season of family theatre at The Dukes gets underway this February half term with the charming new show Wolf!

Turn back time to the 80s this summer and get ready for a night of nostalgia with the incredible chart toppers Tony Hadley, T’pau, Doctor and the Medics and Pat Sharp.

Forget the Miami Dolphins! Gridiron fans at SEA LIFE Blackpool are staging their own version of this weekend’s big showdown…the Super Fish Bowl.

The free ticket ballot for the 2020 Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On event is now open!

One of Adidas’ sponsored athletes, internationally-acclaimed climber Sasha DiGiulian visits The Dukes this February to share some of her history-making stories and achievements. 

Here you will find some great ideas and treats for your special someone this Valentine’s Day in Lancashire.

Following his success starring in the UK and Ireland tour in 2019, Peter Andre will star in the 2020 UK tour of the first new production in 25 years of Jim Jacobs & Warren Casey’s iconic musical GREASE.

Northern Broadsides’ regency rom-com Quality Street offers the perfect theatrical treat this March at The Dukes in Lancaster.

In celebration of the Blackpool Grand Theatre’s 125^th year, 2020 will see the launch of a brand-new loyalty membership, the ‘1894 CLUB’, aptly named after the year the theatre was built!

David Baddiel returns to the stage with a brand new one-man show, Trolls: Not The Dolls. 

Over 30 years since Tommy Cooper's untimely passing, the appetite for his surreal slapstick, classic routines and snappy one-liners, continues to be re-discovered by old and new fans alike.

Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows anywhere in the world. Simon & Garfunkel Through The Years, appearing at Darwen Library Theatre on Friday 7th February, has toured the globe extensively receiving standing ovations and selling out theatres night after night.

The Blackpool Resort Pass is back for 2020! Visitors will once again have the opportunity to make big savings on their favourite attractions whilst having fun in the UK’s most popular seaside destination.

Celebrate Chinese New Year - the Year of the Rat - at the Harris with a fantastic day of events for everyone to enjoy.

Study Reveals Lancashire is the #3 Best Destination for Health and Wellbeing in the UK. Lancashire came in 3rd place, with high scores for air quality, fitness and nutrition, beating Sussex and North Yorkshire to the top three

Following multiple sell out UK and Irish Tours with the original “ultimate girls’ night out”, Menopause The Musical® we now embark on a UK and Irish nationwide tour with the brand-new Cruising Through Menopause. 

Lancashire has some of the best country walking in England, from short, gentle rambles to long distance treks allowing you to enjoy some of the best views and vistas the county has to offer.

Award-winning HIV+ theatre-maker Nathaniel Hall brings his show First Time to The Dukes in Lancaster this February, fresh from his critically acclaimed Edinburgh Fringe debut.

The Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) has been officially recognised as having some of the darkest skies in England - a fact being highlighted next month with a week of special events during half-term.

Visitors to Lancaster's Judges' Lodgings Museum will soon be able to get a discount on the entrance price if they also visit Lancaster Castle.

Escape the hustle and bustle of modern life and enjoy some of the finer things this county can offer.

January is recognised as one of the most depressing months, in fact Monday, January 20th is the day that most people feel depressed and has been named Blue Monday.

A host of internationally-acclaimed music stars are lined up for Pride Blackpool’s biggest ever weekend. The festival will open on the night of Friday 5 June on the Tower Festival Headland with performances by two of the UK’s most enduring music acts - Right Said Fred and Marc Almond.

Half price WOW Weekend wristbands are back at Blackpool Pleasure Beach! Visitors can enjoy access to all of their favourite rides at the UK’s favourite amusement park for just £19.50, when booked online in advance.

Written and performed by Sorcha McCaffrey, Ladybones comes to The Dukes in Lancaster on Wednesday 12 February following a successful run at the Edinburgh Fringe.

The year was 1612, a turbulent time in England’s history, an era of religious persecution and superstition.

Live music show performing classic hits from the 1950s and 1960s on Sunday 9th February at Blackpool Grand Theatre- tickets selling fast!

Aquarists at SEA LIFE Blackpool are celebrating its 30^th anniversary this year and to mark the milestone they have unveiled their best-ever annual pass offer…for an amazing £16.50.

A year inspired by the wild place that is the Forest of Bowland, and Lancashire - where the wild stories come from.

To mark the end of the festivities, anyone who brings a dead Christmas tree between will receive free admission to The Blackpool Tower Dungeon.

If you love a bargain, then Boxing day is your holy grail! Whether you need your NYE party dress or if you’re organised enough to buy for next year - Lancashire’s array of shopping experiences will be sure to satisfy your needs. So, get your (now tighter…) pants on and get those bargains in your bag!

As the year comes to an end, celebrate in style with one of these Lancashire-based events! 

Experience a truly terrifying night full of madness and mischief this festive season at The Blackpool Tower Dungeons.

Highest Point Festival has confirmed that Sunday 17th May 2020 at Williamson Park will host another edition of The Big Family Day Out.

A Lancashire hotel has attained an internationally recognised award for its approach to sustainability and eco-tourism.

Lancaster House Hotel has been given the Green Key international eco‐label for hotels and tourism facilities.

Christmas is a time for festivities, fellowship and fantastic food and drink. Quite simply put, it's the most wonderful time of the year and thanks to Booths you can be sure that delicious food and drink will be at the centre of your celebrations.

The Opera House has enjoyed years of Christmas musicals, but not since the production of Dick Whittington in 1956, has a family pantomime played at the Winter Gardens. 

Bill Kenwright’s production of one of the greatest family musicals of all time The Sound of Music returns to the UK and Ireland in 2020

Sonia Friedman Productions and Ambassador Theatre Group Productions are delighted to announce that the multi Olivier Award-winning hit SUNNY AFTERNOON will return for its second UK tour in 2020. 

The Harris Museum, Art Gallery & Library’s annual celebration of local artistic talent opens this week with a special public preview night on Friday 13 December

A missing elf is causing Christmas chaos at Blackpool Zoo…Sightings have been few and far between, but reports have so far pinpointed his location to some interesting places.

The Dukes has today announced its spring 2020 season of theatre, comedy, dance and spoken word. Northern Broadsides return to the Lancaster venue with regency rom-com Quality Street, written by Peter Pan author J.M. Barrie, from Tuesday March 3 to Saturday 7.