Blackburn
Set on the edge of the West Pennine Moors, Blackburn blends heritage, culture and warm Lancashire hospitality in a way that’s easy to enjoy. The impressive Blackburn Cathedral sits at the heart of the town, offering a peaceful space alongside a lively programme of events, while just around the corner, Blackburn Market is packed with flavour and character—an ideal spot to soak up the town’s diverse food scene and friendly atmosphere.
When it’s time to head outdoors, you’re spoilt for choice. Witton Country Park and Corporation Park provide plenty of room to stretch your legs, from relaxed strolls to family days out, with the rolling moorland landscape never far away for those wanting bigger views. Add in a growing mix of independent cafés, local favourites and a year‑round events programme, and Blackburn makes for a great day out with plenty to discover at your own pace.
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Be Inspired
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.
Blackburn Businesses
Business Directory
Mrs Dowsons Ice Cream
From humble beginnings in 2001 when they created the first few pots of vanilla ice cream on the family farm, Mrs Dowsons have been focused on creating a quality product with honest local ingredients.
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Arts & Culture | History & Heritage | Free
Colourfields - Panopticon
Blackburn's Panopticon, Colourfields, is a dramatic transformation of the former cannon battery in Blackburn's Corporation Park.
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Stanley House Hotel & Spa
Following a spectacular conversion of the 17th Century manor house, a Grade II listed building, Stanley House has grown into an award winning venue.
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Business Directory
Northcote Cookery School
A warm welcome from Head Tutor Bruno and Junior Tutor Emma will set you raring to get stuck into the recipes for the day.
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Family Friendly
Go Ape Blackburn
Chasing thrills, planning a fun day with friends, or seeking a memorable forest adventure, there's something for everyone in the trees.
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Business Directory
Blackburn Gigs
Discover live gigs, underground shows, grassroots bands and rising talent in Blackburn.
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Arts & Culture
Broadway Hits and Movie Songs Night
Date: 24th Oct 2026
Join a night of broad way hits and movie songs. Expect to hear solos, duets and ensemble versions of songs from popular shows.
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Events
Spirit Of The Blitz - Armed Forces Day Special - Darwen Library Theatre
Date: 27th Jun 2026
To coincide with Armed Forces Day, we open the 1940s songbook and remember the stars who kept us smiling through our darkest days.Spirit Of The Blitz recaptures the tenacious optimism of war-torn Britain on the long road towards peace,...
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Family Friendly
Gabby's Dollhouse at Mrs Dowsons
Dates: 27th Jun 2026 - 28th Jun 2026
A perfect family day out filled with fun, laughter, and a-meow-zing memories.
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Family Friendly | Dog Friendly
Fun Dog Show
Date: 4th Jul 2026
A fun dog show with nine classes. Also, street food pop ups,, including burgers, curry, pulled pork rolls, jacket spuds.
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Family Friendly | Free | History & Heritage
Darwen Tower Walk 1
Duration1 hour 30 mins
Distance2 miles
On a clear day the Isle of Man and the hills of North Wales can be seen from Darwen Tower. The Tower celebrates Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee in 1897 and to many local people it also celebrated the freeing of Darwen Moor in the previous year.
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Free | Outdoors | History & Heritage
Cycling into History - The Great Harwood Stretch
Distance16 mile
Learn all about the history of the area on this loop which connected Blackburn to Clitheroe via Great Harwood
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Family Friendly | Free | History & Heritage
Darwen Tower Walk 2
Duration1 hour 30 mins
Distance2 miles
This circular walk takes in some fantastic views of the surrounding countryside from Darwen Moors.
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