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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.

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.

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.