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Blackpool Pleasure Beach has announced a string of activities allowing the public to experience the thrills and spills of the UK’s favourite amusement park from home.

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After huge successes with Hello Dolly, Priscilla Queen of the Desert and Made in Dagenham, local amateur company Blackpool Operatic Players return to The Grand’s stage to present Shrek the Musical.

Many areas of the UK claim to have inspired JRR Tolkien’s creation of middle earth but the author certainly spent much of his time at Stonyhurst College whilst he was working on Lord of The Rings during the Second World War.

The Boulevard Hotel has teamed up with the award winning Black Powder Gin team to offer a very special event for fans of gin. 

Blackpool Pleasure Beach is offering unlimited access to the park for the whole of the 2020 season for just £90. 

The Mall Blackburn has teamed up with the organisers of World Book Day to bring stories to life in the shopping centre!

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.  

The world-famous Winter Gardens will again throw open its doors for an exclusive access all areas event, allowing the public a rare chance to explore every nook and cranny of the grade 2* listed building. 

Although much more associated with Yorkshire, The Brontë sisters actually spent much of their lives in Lancashire walking from the family home at Haworth across the South Pennine Moors.

There is something for everyone at the Harris this spring with four exciting new exhibitions opening this month, from local history to newly-made art. 

The International smash hit "Spirit of the Dance" celebrates 21 fabulous years as one of the most successful dance shows ever and now, their new spine tingling anniversary show is touring the world and arrives in Blackburn.

Following recent announcements of Rob Beckett, Jon Richardson, Alan Carr, Ed Byrne and Jack Dee… Blackpool Grand announces Frank Skinner and his new tour Showbiz!

There is a fun farce in store for theatre-goers this March, as Jeeves and Wooster in Perfect Nonsense arrives at The Dukes.

The unparalleled master and worst-kept secret of stand-up comedy, Tom Stade, is back!

The nation’s favourite psychic, Sally Morgan, is set to appear at The Globe Theatre, Blackpool Pleasure Beach as part of her 10 Years and Counting Tour

Bill Kenwright’s production of one of the greatest family musicals of all time The Sound of Music returns to the UK and Ireland in 2020.

World-class contemporary variety show High Jinx is set to arrive at The Blackpool Tower Circus this February half term.

One of the UK’s top universities is joining forces with an innovative young designer to create a spectacular light installation for this year’s world-famous Blackpool Illuminations.

A Lancashire theatre company are staging the life of one of the county’s most famous comedy sons in a new play this month.

The highly acclaimed Russian State Opera returns with the perfect tragic Aida, an opera with breath-taking melodies.

With Valentine’s Day only days away Blackpool Grand Theatre presents a love-fusion of some of the greatest music and love songs ever written. 

The Winter Gardens Blackpool and Mark Goucher announced today that Shirley Ballas will star as The Fairy Godmother in Blackpool’s biggest ever family pantomime, CINDERELLA, at the Opera House Blackpool

An evening of late 90’s boyband nostalgia, four of the era’s biggest pop bands, take to the stage on a multi-bill extravaganza at King George’s Hall Blackburn.

Do you have what it takes to be become the latest apprentice for everyone’s favourite builder?  

Jason Manford has today announced that Joel Dommett will host the Sunday night of the highly anticipated second ever Manford’s Comedy Festival, joined by top comedians Bill Bailey, Suzi Ruffell, Reginald D. Hunter and Dan Nightingale. 

A packed season of family theatre at The Dukes gets underway this February half term with the charming new show Wolf!

Turn back time to the 80s this summer and get ready for a night of nostalgia with the incredible chart toppers Tony Hadley, T’pau, Doctor and the Medics and Pat Sharp.

The free ticket ballot for the 2020 Blackpool Illuminations Switch-On event is now open!

One of Adidas’ sponsored athletes, internationally-acclaimed climber Sasha DiGiulian visits The Dukes this February to share some of her history-making stories and achievements. 

Here you will find some great ideas and treats for your special someone this Valentine’s Day in Lancashire.

Following his success starring in the UK and Ireland tour in 2019, Peter Andre will star in the 2020 UK tour of the first new production in 25 years of Jim Jacobs & Warren Casey’s iconic musical GREASE.

In celebration of the Blackpool Grand Theatre’s 125^th year, 2020 will see the launch of a brand-new loyalty membership, the ‘1894 CLUB’, aptly named after the year the theatre was built!

David Baddiel returns to the stage with a brand new one-man show, Trolls: Not The Dolls. 

Over 30 years since Tommy Cooper's untimely passing, the appetite for his surreal slapstick, classic routines and snappy one-liners, continues to be re-discovered by old and new fans alike.

Critically acclaimed as one of the greatest tribute shows anywhere in the world. Simon & Garfunkel Through The Years, appearing at Darwen Library Theatre on Friday 7th February, has toured the globe extensively receiving standing ovations and selling out theatres night after night.

The Blackpool Resort Pass is back for 2020! Visitors will once again have the opportunity to make big savings on their favourite attractions whilst having fun in the UK’s most popular seaside destination.

Celebrate Chinese New Year - the Year of the Rat - at the Harris with a fantastic day of events for everyone to enjoy.

The Forest of Bowland Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) has been officially recognised as having some of the darkest skies in England - a fact being highlighted next month with a week of special events during half-term.

Visitors to Lancaster's Judges' Lodgings Museum will soon be able to get a discount on the entrance price if they also visit Lancaster Castle.

January is recognised as one of the most depressing months, in fact Monday, January 20th is the day that most people feel depressed and has been named Blue Monday.

A host of internationally-acclaimed music stars are lined up for Pride Blackpool’s biggest ever weekend. The festival will open on the night of Friday 5 June on the Tower Festival Headland with performances by two of the UK’s most enduring music acts - Right Said Fred and Marc Almond.

Half price WOW Weekend wristbands are back at Blackpool Pleasure Beach! Visitors can enjoy access to all of their favourite rides at the UK’s favourite amusement park for just £19.50, when booked online in advance.

If you love a bargain, then Boxing day is your holy grail! Whether you need your NYE party dress or if you’re organised enough to buy for next year - Lancashire’s array of shopping experiences will be sure to satisfy your needs. So, get your (now tighter…) pants on and get those bargains in your bag!

As the year comes to an end, celebrate in style with one of these Lancashire-based events! 

Christmas is a time for festivities, fellowship and fantastic food and drink. Quite simply put, it's the most wonderful time of the year and thanks to Booths you can be sure that delicious food and drink will be at the centre of your celebrations.

As the festivities begin, there is plenty of fun things to do in the county to get you and your family into the spirit.

Lancashire is thriving with Christmas Markets, Fairs, Light switch ons, Grottos and much more! So get stuck into the festive spirit and find out what’s on this weekend…

This weekend is busy with lots of fun and exciting things to do in the county, whether you want to get in the Halloween spirit, spend time with the kids or enjoy an evening of film, we have you covered.

Inspired by Robert Louis Stevenson’s hair-raising horror story, spooky dystopian thriller The Body Snatcher steals its way onto The Dukes’ stage this November. 

Merging mystery, morality and music, including live performances of songs by David Bowie and The Clash, and shot through with humour, this entertaining new adaptation from theatre company Thunder Road brings Stevenson’s Burke-and-Hare-inspired tale into the 21st century.

Enjoy all of your favourite rides from morning until nightfall as Late Night Riding returns at Blackpool Pleasure Beach. 

Home to £16.25 million ICON, the UK’s most ride intensive theme park is offering adrenaline junkies the chance to enjoy its 10 thrilling rollercoasters after dark. 

Film fans are in for a treat with the arrival of Preston’s International Film Festival 2019.

The event, organised by the Worldwise Learning Centre at the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), will screen nine foreign language films between Monday 14 October and Sunday 20 October.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

Britain’s best-loved bear has been given the ultimate accolade – pride of place on Blackpool’s famous Golden Mile.

Begin the Halloween thrills early this October half term by visiting the Blackpool Tower Dungeon.

Lancashire is the perfect place to tick some things off your Bucket (and Spade) list. We have put together just some of the experiences and hidden gems waiting for you to discover.

As the days get shorter and the leaves begin to fall, Lancashire comes to life with an array of events set to light up the darker autumn skies. 

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

Lancaster Castle is the setting for two evenings of Italian opera in September. 

Looking for something to do this weekend. Here in Lancashire it's another busy weekend full of world famous and award-winning events.

It’s here, August bank holiday weekend is here. Keep calm and have lots of fun.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

Pyrotechnic teams from all over the world will go head-to-head in the annual World Fireworks Championship Blackpool this September.

Poop Poop!  It can only be the sound of Mr Toad’s shiny motorcar hurtling into a summer adventure, so watch out!  In the next few weeks, friends Mole, Ratty, Badger and the unstoppable Mr Toad roar into Leighton Hall with their acclaimed production of Wind in the Willows.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

Let us help you plan for another fun and exciting weekend here in Lancashire. With lots of great events you will be left spoilt for choice.

The summer holidays are here - yeah! And we have a great weekend full of events to help you celebrate.

Following a hugely successful 2019 weekender, Highest Point has confirmed its return to Williamson Park in Lancaster from the 15th - 17th May 2020. 

On Saturday 27th July, Blackpool Pleasure Beach will be open until 10pm for summer fun during the latest Late Night Riding event.

The Dukes’ season of outdoor cinema in Williamson Park begins this Wednesday, with Monty Python’s anarchic comedy Life of Brian (12A) getting their series of Sunset Screenings underway.

The summer holidays are here - yeah! And we have a great weekend full of events to help you celebrate.

We’re one month in and the Preston this Summer programme has, so far, been a roaring success.

Gawthorpe Hall is hosting an evening of William Shakespeare themed entertainment this month. A Midsummer Night's Dream is being performed on Saturday 27 July at 6.30pm.

Here’s a few of the fantastic things going on this weekend in Lancashire -  13 - 14 July 2019.

Here’s a few of the fantastic things going on this weekend in Lancashire.

Here’s a few of the fantastic things going on this weekend in Lancashire.

Thousands of visitors are expected to attend the Midland Hotel’s 2019 Seafood Festival on Morecambe’s waterfront on the weekend of 5-7 July.

Here’s a few of the fantastic things going on this weekend in Lancashire including lots of great Father's Day fun and events.

Here it is: The ultimate fun guide for those in search of unique, must-do holiday experiences that will create some unforgettable memories.

Surely the best way to kick the summer holidays into glorious gear is roaring along to a very special 20^th anniversary show, showcasing the best in historic and classic motoring!

Here’s a few of the fantastic things going on this weekend in Lancashire.

In a manoeuvre designed to delight all piston mad dads, ‘Classic Cars at Hoghton Tower’ is revving up to pack the historic venue with exhibitors and trade stands on a very special date: Father’s Day, Sunday June 16th.

Blackpool’s Armed Forces Week is back with an uplifting programme of events and entertainment to honour the nation’s military personnel of the past, present and future.

Chorley's annual event, Picnic in the Park, returns to Astley Park on Sunday 2 June and everyone is invited to join in the family fun and celebrate Chorley Football Club’s promotion to the National League.

Over the last few years Blackburn with Darwen has become a cultural hot spot with notable events and festivals popping up throughout the year.

May Half Term is upon us. Luckily, there's lots going on across Lancashire throughout the holidays - Monday 27 May - 2 June 2019.

It’s here, the bank holiday weekend! Here in Lancashire there’s so many fab events and things to do across the county throughout the weekend.

Blackpool Pleasure Beach is hosting its first ever Food and Drink Festival this Spring Bank Holiday. 

It’s the first time the headliners have played in Lancaster.

It’s here, the bank holiday weekend! Here in Lancashire there’s so many fab events and things to do across the county throughout the weekend.

A special programme of events is being held at Clitheroe Castle to celebrate St George's Day. 

It’s here, the Easter Bank Holiday weekend and the sun is shining!

Make the most of the extra long weekend and have fun in Lancashire. Across the county you will find lots of great events and things to, you'll be spoilt for choice. Here's a selection of great events to keep you busy having fun.