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Blackburn fuel prices today – cheapest and most expensive unleaded and diesel within 7 miles of the town centre
Blackburn fuel prices today: local unleaded ranges from 148.9p to 171.9p within 7 miles of Blackburn town centre. See the cheapest and most expensive petrol and diesel prices near you.
Council leader opens new Darwen show homes as first buyers move in
Blackburn with Darwen Council leader Phil Riley has officially opened new show homes at two Darwen developments, where buyers are already showing interest and first completions are expected next month.
Blackburn fuel prices today – cheapest and most expensive unleaded and diesel within 7 miles of the town centre
Blackburn fuel prices today: local unleaded ranges from 148.9p to 171.9p within 7 miles of Blackburn town centre. See the cheapest and most expensive petrol and diesel prices near you.
Council leader opens new Darwen show homes as first buyers move in
Blackburn with Darwen Council leader Phil Riley has officially opened new show homes at two Darwen developments, where buyers are already showing interest and first completions are expected next month.
The Council Leader and Mayor of Blackburn with Darwen will join support for Lancashire Mind’s Summer Solstice Walking Challenge at Witton Park Athletics Arena on Monday 22 June, with people invited to drop in and walk any distance during the day.
Blackburn Pride Festival returns on Saturday 20 June for its fifth year, with a parade from Cathedral Square, live performances, community stalls and entertainment outside the Town Hall until 6pm.
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Blackburn pupils keep walking and wheeling to school in growing council scheme
New figures show 78% of school trips in Blackburn with Darwen are now made actively, with walking making up more than half of journeys and car use falling sharply.
Blackburn M65 overnight closures on first phase end almost six weeks early
The first phase of overnight closures at Junction 5 of the M65 has finished almost six weeks ahead of schedule, after favourable weather and work on site meant the closures were no longer needed.
Terminally ill Blackburn with Darwen residents on low incomes may qualify for council tax help
Blackburn with Darwen residents living with a terminal illness and already getting Council Tax Support because they are on a low income may now be able to get extra help with their bill under a new council scheme.
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Acclaimed theatre company Goblin bring Hey Diddle Diddle to Darwen Library Theatre this October.
Smash hit musical comedy with an all star comedy cast at Blackburn’s Empire Theatre on Saturday 19th October 2019 at 7.30pm.
This new theatre show featuring the Cavern Club’s resident beat combo, THE SHAKERS, at Blackburn’s Empire Theatre
This October, Andy Fairweather Low, former lead singer of Amen Corner, heads to Darwen Library Theatre for a night of Sweet Soulful Music. The 60s saw Amen Corner clock up
Get set to rock this October with classic rock anthems and favourites when Rock for Heroes brings their live show to King George’s Hall on Thursday 17th October 2019.
She was born late, bloomed late and always missed the bus, but a compelling shift has occurred in Desiree Burch’s life.
Age UK Blackburn with Darwen working with Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council are offering new dementia friendly gentle swimming sessions at both Blackburn and Darwen Leisure Centres “Research shows that
This October, a unique tribute to Pink Floyd, Pinked Floyd, are heading to Blackburn Empire Theatre.
From the early classic Moody/Marsden line-up to the present-day USA incarnation, Whitesnake UK play tribute to the very best of David Coverdale’s Whitesnake at Blackburn Empire Theatre.
It’s great news for blues-rock fans, live music lovers and aspiring guitarists in the UK, as Félix arrives at Darwen Library Theatre with his band on Wednesday 9th October.
The What’s On Guide: The duo behind the critically acclaimed West End Hit: Eric and Little Ern bring their show to Blackburn this week
This October, Darwen Library Theatre are excited to welcome, Simply reRed – Holding Back The Years, a tribute to Mick Hucknall and Simply Red from by creators of Talon – The Best of Eagles.
Stick Man is leaving his family tree and heading back out on tour this Autumn! Based on the book by Julia Donaldson with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, Stick Man will play four performances only at King George’s Hall on Friday 4th and Saturday 5th October.
The Drifters will be back on tour in the UK with a brand-new show performing all their classic hits from the last six decades.
Join us at Blackburn Empire Theatre this October for one of the most highly rated tribute acts on the circuit: Limehouse Lizzy.
This September, Blackburn Drama Club present One Man, Two Guvnors by Richard Bean at Blackburn Empire Theatre.
Following her gripping appearance on Celebrity Big Brother, which saw a triumphant Sally stay to the final 5, 2019 sees the nations favourite Psychic and forerunner in the Psychic field take to the stage at King George’s Hall this September.
The 5 star rated The Ballroom Boys – they are back with ACT TWO!
Known as the longest serving former member of legendary group, The Drifters, Roy has worked alongside founder Johnny Moore for more than 20 years.
This September, Blackburn Empire Theatre welcome a celebration of war time entertainment and a tribute to the men and women of the Armed Forces past, present and future.
This September, get ready for a ‘Bop Bop Baby’ at Blackburn Empire Theatre with the sounds of a global boyband, Westlife.
Charlie Landsborough has announced his plans to retire from touring in 2019 to concentrate on writing and recording his music.
Whole Lotta Led will be celebrating the 50th anniversary of Led Zeppelin’s second album, Led Zeppelin II.
Highly acclaimed for their uncanny portrayal of the legendary comedy duo, Eric Morecambe and Ernie Wise
Strap in as Russell Kane races back to the live comedy stage this September at King George’s Hall with his keenly awaited brand new tour
King George’s Hall in Blackburn has today announced and put on sale tickets for Friends – The Musical Parody, coming to town on Sunday 5th April 2020.
BBC Radio Lancashire for a chance to celebrate the county’s unsung heroes. The evening will consist of a three course meal, celebrity guests and live entertainment.
Blackburn Market is excited to welcome a new town centre shopping experience to Ainsworth Street beginning on Saturday 7th September.
The hottest 80s club night is coming to town – when actor, TV personality and star of Spandau Ballet Martin Kemp will be spinning the biggest and best hits of that decade on Saturday 2nd May 2020!
This September at King George’s Hall, Bye Bye Baby celebrate the career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
Steve Harley is back at Darwen Library Theatre this September with his Acoustic Trio line-up
It looks like The Grapes pub is set to make a return to Blackburn Town Centre as new signage goes up on the building recently vacated by Liz’n’Lils cafe.
Got the end of Summer Blues? Try a Comedy Club in Blackburn or Darwen – More in this week’s What’s On Guide
Local companies in Blackburn, Darwen and Lancashire are being encouraged to support the BBC Radio Lancashire Community Heroes Awards.
This September, Blackburn Empire Theatre welcome a brand new show packed full of opera, classical, West End and crossover.
King George’s Hall and Darwen Library Theatre have announced two new gigs for music fans.