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Blackburn Police Seize Illegal E-Bikes and Scooters in Crackdown on Dangerous Street Use
Police have seized dozens of illegal e-bikes and scooters in Blackburn during a major crackdown on vehicles causing chaos on local streets.
What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 28 July to Sunday 03 August
Looking for something fun to do in Blackburn or Darwen this week? From live music and family days out to comedy, variety, and special events — we’ve got it all covered in one handy guide!
Blackburn Cathedral is again under intense scrutiny as the fallout from decades of safeguarding failures continues to unfold—with the suspension of its Dean, the departure of its safeguarding officer, and emergency meetings now being held with the congregation.
Bovis Homes is thanking the family and friends who help loved ones buy a new home, with the Bank of Mum and Dad paying out £9.6 billion a year. In
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What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 21 July to Sunday 27 July 2025
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen next week? Here’s your round-up of live music, family events, comedy, variety, and more — all happening from Monday to Sunday!
90 and Still on the Loom – Meet the Man Keeping Blackburn’s Textile History Alive
There was an extra special birthday to celebrate at Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery this week – and it wasn’t just about candles and cake.
Warning Issued After Dangerous Fake Labubu Dolls Found in Blackburn and Darwen
Trading Standards officers in Blackburn with Darwen have seized fake Labubu dolls over serious safety concerns — and parents are being urged to check their children’s toys immediately.
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It “Feels Like Home” for Newton Faulkner – New Tour coming to Blackburn
Dawn French, the Queen of British comedy, returns to the stage this autumn with a brand-new solo show, ‘Dawn French is a Huge Tw*t’.
The Mall Blackburn is kicking off its search for an official charity to support in 2022
Over 100 players weekly take part in the league and any standard of player or team are welcome to join.
The Omicron Hospitality & Leisure Grant is intended to support eligible hospitality, leisure and accommodation businesses, in recognition of the effect that the rise of the Omicron variant may have on their business operations.
With more sparkle, more music and more fun, Blackburn Empire Theatre has revealed plans for their 2022 pantomime, Cinderella.
After sell-out UK tours, Dirty Dusting comes to King George’s Hall, Blackburn this January. Treat yourself to an evening of pure theatrical Viagra!
The full list of locations bidding to become cities in 2022 has been revealed.
Bringing a brand-new Greatest Hits Tour to the UK in 2022, Merrill Osmond is best known as the lead singer for the world-famous Osmond family.
Due to phenomenal demand, multi-award-winning stand-up comedian, actor and writer Paul Chowdhry will be doubling the size of his brand-new stand-up tour, Family-Friendly Comedian (*No Children) for 2022 with 43 more dates nationwide.
Legendary Manchester band Happy Mondays have announced they a 23-date tour for October and November 2022 and tickets are already selling fast.
Fresh from last night’s debut performance on ITV’s premier of ‘Walk The Line,’ QUEENZ – The Show With Balls! are stiletto strutting into 2022 as they prepare to bring their insane live vocals and fierce dance routines to stages across the UK!
We’ve spotted a few great Black Friday deals with local businesses.
Blackburn’s Exchange Building, which many will remember as a cinema, but has a rich history going as far back as the 1860s, is getting ready to launch a new future.
Panto Cast prepare for one of the biggest pantomimes Blackburn has ever seen.
Boyband supergroup, Boyz On Block, will be dazzling Darwen with their combined talents at the 2021 light switch on!
Peter Butterworth and Janet Brown were one of the most recognisable couples in show business. He was a regular member of the renowned “Carry On” team and she was the country’s leading female impressionist. But behind their very public lives was an untold private story…
The critically lauded, The Australian Pink Floyd Show bring their tour to Blackburn on Sunday 28 November 2021 featuring tracks from Pink Floyd’s classic albums.
Brothers Patrick and Gregory Kane perform at Darwen Library Theatre on Friday 19 November 2021, when Hue and Cry make a welcome return to the theatre.
Returning to Blackburn this November with his Mind over Muscle Tour, Ant Middleton will share personal stories and how to live without limits.
Works will be taking place on Blackamoor Road at the junction of the new link road on the dates and times below.
The Christians bring their tour to Blackburn on Friday 12th November 2021
Selling out every year, G4 will be back on the road in 2021 with their biggest and best Christmas tour to date! Experience sumptuous harmonies in an idyllic, festive setting at King George’s Hall, Blackburn on Wednesday 24 November 2021.
The Mall Blackburn will be giving away £3,000 and treating little buccaneers to a swashbuckling time this November.
Blackburn BID have announced details of this year’s Christmas Lights Switch On event on Saturday 27 November 2021.
The Circus of Horrors brings their 25th Anniversary show to Blackburn on Saturday 6th November 2021.
A range of pop-up stalls will be trading in Blackburn Market every Saturday as everyone looks forward to the festive season. The pop-up stalls will be based on the new
Sarah Millican’s shows are always popular in Blackburn and due to massive demand, an extra date has been added to her Bobby Dazzler Tour at King George’s Hall.
Following a visit from artist collective, “Eye of Newt” last Saturday, Blackburn Market is pleased to welcome them back with a miniature theatre production.
King George’s Hall recently celebrated its 100th birthday, and this is the video of memories that was featured during the event.
Comedian John Bishop, hopes to get people talking again with a new campaign “Say Hello”
Strange things are happening this Half-Term on Blackburn Market, as the Cabinet of Curiosities arrives.
Blackburn Community Interest Company, is a finalist in the Persimmon Homes 2021 Building Futures award.
As the dust settles and we emerge blinking into the dawn of a new year, the men and women of this great country will need answers.
We are back with Blackburn & Darwen’s biggest and best Christmas Opening Times for 2021.
A new BBC documentary with the choirmaster Gareth Malone is due to be filmed in Blackburn this autumn.