Blog (July 2025) - Visit Lancashire

Animation legend who found inspiration in Preston's cultural landmark brings his beloved characters back to where it all began - as £19 million transformation creates spectacular new visitor experience

Following the incredible success of Rossendale’s first ever Pride event in 2024, Spectrum Inclusion and The Whitaker Museum and Art Gallery are thrilled to announce that Rossendale Pride is back for 2025 — and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever!

This summer, HAPPA (Horses and Ponies Protection Association) is inviting families, animal lovers and adventure seekers to a season of unforgettable fun at Shores Hey Farm in Briercliffe, Burnley.

Barton Grange Garden Centre in Preston is celebrating after being named Destination Garden Centre of the Year at the Garden Centre Association (GCA) North Region Awards.

Marine Hall, Fleetwood is set to roll out the red carpet as it launches the CineWyre Film Festival—a four-day celebration of international cinema.

TV favourites Joe McFadden (Holby City, Heartbeat), Ben Onwukwe (London’s Burning) and Bill Ward (Coronation Street) will break into Blackpool Grand Theatre this September to star in the acclaimed stage adaptation of The Shawshank Redemption.

This Sunday is National Ice Cream Day, and with so many fabulous parlours situated throughout Lancashire, we could not help but pull together some suggestions of where to celebrate the day.  

A record number of parks and green spaces across the UK have reached the high standards required to receive a coveted Green Flag Award in 2025.

Unsure on what to do this weekend, take a look at the list of exciting events below or for even more inspiration head over to our events guide here.

The Blackpool International Soul Festival celebrates its 10^th anniversary in 2026 with 3-days of wonderful soul music at the Winter Gardens Blackpool from June 19^th-21^st.