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NORTHLIGHT CHRISTMAS MARKET IS BACK – WITH OVER 30 STALLS, FESTIVE FOOD AND CHRISTMAS CHEER!
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2 November 2026
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Save the date... Accrington Stanley's popular fireworks & funfair night is back
Posted on: 28 September 2026
Accrington Stanley’s hugely popular Fireworks & Funfair event will return to the Wham Stadium on Sunday 1st November, promising another fantastic evening of family entertainment.
Chorley town centre is set to come alive with a weekend of live music and entertainment as Chorley Live returns on Friday 2 and Saturday 3 October 2026, with wristbands now on sale.
Market Towns Attractions
Business Directory
The Woodland Spa
A peaceful oasis, set in 100 acres of beautiful countryside. Winner of the Best Spa in the North in the Good Spa Guide Awards.
Business Directory
Bowland Social at Holmes Mill
Bowland Social is a vibrant social playground, bringing together classic games, great food and drinks, and a lively atmosphere.
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LANX
Making proper shoes, boots and accessories, with a focus on craftsmanship, durability and distinctive design.
Business Directory
Holmes Mill
The beautifully renovated former textiles mill is pretty hard to miss and is home to the fabulous new showcase and tasting parlour for Bowland Brewery the Beer Hall.
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Market Towns Businesses
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Holmes Mill
The beautifully renovated former textiles mill is pretty hard to miss and is home to the fabulous new showcase and tasting parlour for Bowland Brewery the Beer Hall.
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Outdoors
Crow Wood Hotel & Spa Resort
This brand new luxury hotel set in 40 acres of private parkland in Burnley, Lancashire, within the Crow Wood resort. With spectacular views of Pendle Hill and the surrounding countryside, a beautiful ornamental lake and fabulous gardens.
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Business Directory
The Woodland Spa
A peaceful oasis, set in 100 acres of beautiful countryside. Winner of the Best Spa in the North in the Good Spa Guide Awards.
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Business Directory
Foxfields Country Hotel
The Foxfields Country Hotel is situated in a picturesque location just off the A59 in the heart of the beautiful Ribble Valley, enjoying outstanding panoramic views of Pendle Hill and the surrounding countryside.
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The Nab Lab Spanish Tapas Night
Date: 26th Sept 2026
Enjoy the end of the summer vibes at The Nab Lab with the Spanish Tapas Night.
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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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Princess Brunch at Hickory's Thornton
Date: 8th Nov 2026
A magical morning welcoming some enchanting princesses to Hickory’s.
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Arts & Culture | History & Heritage
The War of the Worlds, Accrington
Date: 12th Nov 2026
An abridged reading, honouring the storytelling traditions of the past.
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Arts & Culture
Comedy Night at Holmes Mill
Date: 13th Nov 2026
Get ready for a night of big laughs at Holmes Mill.
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Arts & Culture
Sarah Gillespie and Chris Montague
Date: 13th Nov 2026
Sarah Gillespie and Chris Montague.
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Family Friendly | Free things to do | 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 things to do | Outdoors | History & Heritage
Cycling into History - The Padiham Loop
Distance7 mile
Learn all about Padiham's history on this interesting cycle route around the town
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Free things to do | 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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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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