Council
Blackburn with Darwen Planning Department in the Top 3%
Speeds of processing planning applications in Blackburn with Darwen continue to improve, putting the Council top of all Lancashire authorities for major…
Blackburn Life
News
Charity
Could you help bring The Exchange back to life?
Would you like to be involved in creating a legacy and discovering more about the heritage of an iconic building in Blackburn…
Business
It’s Love Your Local Market Fortnight – A round up of some of our favourite Market Traders
A round up of some of our favourite local market traders in Blackburn
Community
New Café Harmony supporting integration and culture across the borough
An International Food Hub launched in Blackburn this week supporting integration and culture across the borough.
Council
NHS worker becomes Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen
NHS Healthcare Assistant and former textile worker Coun Parwaiz Akhtar is the Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen for 2023/24.
Festival
Five new creative collaborations revealed for National Festival of Making
Now in its fifth year, ‘Art in Manufacturing’ is the competitive headline commissioning programme that places artists in residence with some of…
Charity
Dean of Blackburn takes “short cut” to Hospice fundraising
The Dean of Blackburn had his head shaved during the Eucharist on Sunday 14 May 2023 to raise funds for the local…
Children's Activities
There’s still time to go WILD in The Mall with free activities
Children have been having a really wild time in The Mall Blackburn as part of its free programme of activities this Easter.
Charity
Blackburn Exchange announce Open Day to discover plans for historic building
Blackburn Exchange has announced plans for an Open Day on Tuesday 28th March 2023.
Council
New Prayer Shelter at Pleasington Cemetery nears completion
A new prayer shelter at Pleasington Cemetery will soon be open, allowing families to respectfully say goodbye to their loved ones at…
Council
Blackburn receives more Government Levelling Up Cash
Blackburn with Darwen has been announced as a new Government Levelling Up Partner – unlocking £20m of new funding.
Charity
£192,000 for Blackburn’s Old Apollo Cinema will use the Past To Transform the Future
The Exchange has been awarded £192,000 from the Lottery Heritage Fund
Entertainment
BGT Winner Richard Jones brings his UK-Wide Tour to Blackburn
Following the success of his most recent sell-out magic show, Richard Jones presents An Evening of Magic, a 26-date UK tour. The…
Leisure
All the Fun of the Fair this February Half-Term
Escape to Fun Island returns just in time for the half-term school holidays after proving a big hit last year.
Charity
Blackburn Empire Theatre announces the passing of Chairman Michael Berry
Blackburn Empire Theatre has today announced the passing of their long-serving Chairman, Michael Berry.
Business
Luxury Floating Hotel to add some Show Time Glamour
A brand new venture opens for bookings at the end of February, with touches of luxury and glamour for the ultimate break.
Community
Philip North Named as Next Bishop of Blackburn
The Right Reverend Philip North has today been announced by 10 Downing Street as the next Bishop of Blackburn.
Charity
Blackburn Life help struggling families visit Panto
Need some MAGIC this Christmas? 33% off PANTO courtesy of Blackburn Life and Square Cactus.
Business
Blackburn Business Boss makes last minute plea to Shop Local for Christmas
The manager of Blackburn BID, Catherine Price, has made a last minute plea to shop with Blackburn Town Centre businesses this Christmas.
Charity
Oh yes they did! Blackburn Panto bring Christmas magic to Derian House
THE YOUNGSTERS at Derian House had a ball when they were visited by two groups of special guests just in time for…
Food & Drink
Here’s How to Get a No-Strings Attached £10 Gift Voucher from Turtle Bay!
From 3rd January 2023, Turtle Bay is giving away a £10 gift to fans around the country as the Caribbean restaurant and…
Business
Hobkirk – 12 Days Of Christmas Giveaway
GIVEAWAY ALERT Our 12 Days of Christmas giveaway has officially started.Enter now to be in with a chance of winning 1 of…
Competitions
WIN Tickets to “Dear Santa LIVE!” but only if you believe!
We've teamed up with Darwen Library Theatre, to offer one lucky family the opportunity to win tickets to see "Dear Santa LIVE"
Competitions
Win a Family Ticket to see Jack & the Beanstalk at King George’s Hall
Here's your chance to enjoy the panto, Jack & the Beanstalk, at Blackburn's King George's Hall by winning a family ticket.
Competitions
Win £50 to spend at Le RainFlorist in Blackburn Market
Here's how you can win £50 to spend at Le RainFlorist. What a great way to say thank you to someone special.
Competitions
Win a Family Ticket to Cinderella at the Empire
You could win a Family Tickets to this year's production of Cinderella at the Blackburn Empire Theatre.
Christmas
Ricky Groves steps into Pantomime’s Fleshcreep Role at King George’s Hall
Shone Productions and King George’s Hall are delighted to announce that Ricky Groves will be stepping into the role of Fleshcreep at this year’s…
Christmas
Big Christmas Giveaway is back for 2022
Blackburn Life is back with our Big Christmas Giveaway Competition.
Christmas
Follow the Tantalising Trail of Gingerbread this Christmas
A Trail that has a Tantalisingly Tasty Theme will have families hunting for Gingerbread across Blackburn this Christmas.
News
The Blackburn 10K this weekend – Check out these local Road Closures
Here are the road closures that may affect your journeys this Sunday
Christmas
Cinderella at the Empire is packed with laughs, music and surprises – A cracker of a show!
Blackburn Life were lucky enough to be invited to the final dress rehearsal for this year's pantomime at Blackburn Empire Theatre of…
Community
£100K funding boost from the John Lewis Foundation Trust for Youth Zone Darwen
Christmas really has come early for Youth Zone Darwen thanks to a £100K funding boost from the John Lewis Foundation Trust.
Business
Two town centre locations close as Shh Bar and Coffee Shop call it a day
The Shh Bar, which announced last month it was not to relocate, but close its doors has now thanked customers as it…
Community
Have your say on Blackburn Town Centre Post Office relocation
The Post Office are proposing to move the Blackburn Town Centre Post Office from its current base at 29-33 Ainsworth Street, Blackburn…
Christmas
Blackburn’s AJ Odudu will be switching on the Christmas Lights in Blackburn
Blackburn's Christmas Lights switch on has been announced for Saturday 26th November 2022 with Strictly contestant AJ Odudu switching on the lights…
Business
Blackburn’s Latest Hotel Opens in the Town Centre
Blackburn's latest Hotel has opened as Hotel 99 in the former Wheatsheaf pub on Mincing Lane in the Town Centre, under the…