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Wyre Council is proud to officially unveil a new brass marker commemorating the borough’s connection to one of the most iconic film franchises in history, Star Wars.

Teams are being encouraged to sign up to take part in a ‘Race Across Lancashire’ event, an exciting fundraising challenge organised by the charity Lancashire Women. This adventure event, taking place on the 6^th & 7^th September, is inspired by the popular TV show ‘Race Across the World’ and invites teams to register for an unforgettable journey across the county.

Lorne Michaels, Crossroads Live and Sonia Friedman Productions are delighted to announce further details of the 2026/2027 UK and Ireland tour of the award-winning MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL! 

That's the message from the Forest of Bowland National Landscape Partnership, co-ordinators of the annual Festival Bowland events programme.

There is a very special birthday happening in Blackpool this week… and it is guaranteed to be a roaring celebration all families will want to be a part of. 

Lancashire’s Michelin-starred sō-lō restaurant has once again earned a coveted place on the National Restaurant Awards Top 100 list for 2025, placing at number 86.

The National Festival of Making returns to Blackburn on 5–6 July 2025 for a vibrant weekend of creativity, community and craftsmanship.

Spectacular imagery showcasing the developed design of Eden Project Morecambe has been revealed today. 

Lancashire’s equine welfare charity Horses and Ponies Protection Association (HAPPA), and HAPPA Direct are holding the first ever Burnley Festival of the Horse at Shores Hey Farm, Blackhouse Lane, Briercliffe, Burnley, BB10 3QU on Saturday 16th August 2025 from 11am until 4pm.

Home to the Kings Castle of the North, Lancaster has had a strong royal connection for centuries. So what better way to celebrate the recent royal visit from King Charles III than with a stroll around this beautiful historic city.