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Blackburn’s After-Hours Identity Crisis: Where Do We Go From Here?
Blackburn’s nightlife has taken another hit with the closure of The Rock Box on King William Street. More than just a bar, The Rock Box had become a focal point for Blackburn’s live music scene and a rare haven for fans of rock and alternative culture. Now shuttered after months of financial difficulty, its closure raises bigger questions about Blackburn’s ability to sustain drinking venues and night-time culture in a rapidly changing town centre.
Five-Star Hit Irish Annie’s Heads to Blackburn After Rave Liverpool Premiere
After a roaring start in Liverpool, complete with standing ovations and five-star reviews, Irish Annie’s is heading to the Blackburn Empire Theatre for one night only — and audiences are in for a real treat.
An unexpected and moving moment unfolded at Blackburn’s VE80 Fest in Witton Park, as a family visiting the event discovered a tribute to their own wartime relative on display at the Veterans Living History Museum CIC exhibition.
Considering your next home? Bovis Homes will provide tips for those looking to upsize, downsize or move up the property ladder at its special Home Movers weekend on 10th – 11th May.
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Hobkirk Launches Exclusive Sewing & Embroidery Offers This Spring
Hobkirk Sewing Machines in Blackburn is offering a series of exciting deals throughout May – perfect for sewing enthusiasts looking to upgrade their equipment or try something new.
Standing Ovation for ‘Beauty and the Beast’ in Blackburn – A Must-See Musical Hit
A full house, a standing ovation, and wave after wave of applause — Beauty and the Beast has roared into Blackburn Empire Theatre with style, spirit, and spectacle.
VE80 Fest Gears Up for a Massive Day of Music, Community and Commemoration in Blackburn
Witton Park in Blackburn is preparing to host one of the region’s most anticipated community events — VE80 Fest — marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day.
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Celebrating the 40th Anniversary of The Jam’s 4th studio album ‘Setting Sons’, From the Jam bring The Jam’s greatest hits to King George’s Hall this November.
This November, Blackburn Empire Theatre are proud to welcome Coldplace: a tribute formed by Coldplay fans, for Coldplay fans.
Special commemorations are set to take place across the borough to mark Remembrance Day. Residents are invited to join the Royal British Legion and Blackburn with Darwen Council at services
The HEADLINE sponsor for the Blackburn Cathedral Flower Festival, which returns in 2020, has been announced.
Family company and nationally respected home furnishing specialists, Plumbs, will be the lead sponsor for the Festival which takes place from 17th to 21st June 2020.
This November, star of Comedy Central at the Comedy Store, Josh (BBC3) and co-writer and star of Radio 4’s Small Scenes, Henry Paker bring his latest show, a unique mixture
With Guy Fawkes night just around the corner, we have lined up our guide to bonfires that are open to the public to help you have a safe night.
This November, Blackburn Empire Theatre welcomes Pete McCall as Rod Stewart, plus his five piece band with The Rod Stewart Songbook.
Blackburn Life are grateful to Blackburn Town Centre businesses who are supporting our campaign to raise the profile of the Poppy Appeal in the town. The silhouette images of a
This November, The Alarm lead singer and songwriter, Mike Peters, will present The Alarm – Hurricane of Change 30th Anniversary Acoustic Tour at Darwen Library Theatre.
This November head to Blackburn Empire Theatre for the only Bon Jovi tribute show you need to see!
Iron Bell – The Music of Pink Floyd return to Darwen Library Theatre this November after another fantastic performance last year.
Gordon Buchanan will be bringing his show, Animal Families and Me to King George’s Hall on Tuesday 5th November.