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Another Blackburn Bank Branch Set to Close—Find Out What’s Happening
Blackburn is bracing for yet another loss, with the announcement that NatWest’s branch in Copy Nook / Audley will close its doors for good on 12th May 2025.

Man of the World: Celebrating the Iconic Music of Peter Green
Celebrate the timeless music of Peter Green, the legendary founder of Fleetwood Mac, in an unforgettable evening of live music.

Job seekers and career changers, take note: Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council and Blackburn College are teaming up to host a free, three-day recruitment event designed to help you land your dream job.

Plans to transform the former St Mary’s College building in Blackburn into an event venue have been scrapped following community concerns and Council intervention.
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Empower Yourself with Blackburn’s Ladies Self-Defence Course
This February, Masters of Martial Arts Academy invites the women of Blackburn to join their empowering Ladies Self-Defence Course.

Soccer Stars Academy – New Classes Announced for Darwen
Join us at Soccer Stars Academy in Darwen for an unforgettable football experience! Our exciting new classes, starting on Saturday, January 18th, are designed for children aged 18 months to 12 years.

Spud-Tacular Mix-Up: Viral ‘Spud Brothers’ Not Coming to Blackburn
The confusion sprouted when a fresh jacket potato venture announced its New Year launch in Blackburn, causing a hot potato of a rumour—many believed the TikTok-famous Spud Brothers (with over 3.3 million followers) were rolling into town.
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Darwen Library Theatre have announced 5 new shows with tickets on sale this Friday (2nd August) at 10am

A Darwen Tea Shop is currently riding high in the charts as the Number 1 place to eat in Darwen according to TripAdvisor ratings.

See the hilarious, award-winning, one-woman show that inspired the BBC’s hit TV series Fleabag, broadcast live to Darwen from London’s West End.

Thira Restaurant on Darwen Street in Blackburn is still top of the charts in Blackburn and the surrounding area according to TripAdvisor reviews.

Town Hall Street is home to some of Blackburn’s newest and longest established businesses and also Blackburn’s restored majestic central library building.

Lost Voice Guy, the winner of Britain’s Got Talent in 2018, gives us a double treat this week by appearing at Comedy Club nights in both Blackburn & Darwen. Tickets are £12 in advance for these shows.

Tobias, Daisy and Matilda Barton from Blackburn helped to raise money for two very deserving children’s charities by taking part in the One Great Day celebrations at The Mall Blackburn.

It has been announced today that Chris Ramsey’s 2020 tour will be coming to Blackburn on on Sunday 29th March 2020.

More than 25 staff and retailers from The Mall Blackburn are set to take on a marathon journey to raise money for East Lancashire Hospice.

With the start of the school summer holidays, fun activities are in full swing across the borough this week. The kids will love Tabby McTat, live on stage at King George’s Hall, the perfect treat to start the summer holidays.

The BDO have announced that the new venue for the BDO World Trophy will be the King George’s Hall in Blackburn.

The Mall Blackburn is starting the summer in style while raising money for charity with its One Great Day celebrations!