Council quashes wild rumours about former Blackburn pub
Blackburn with Darwen Council has moved to quash rumours circulating on social media about the future of the former Gate Bar and Grill on Livesey Branch Road. The Council has
From Blackburn to East Lancs? Big Changes Proposed for Your Local Council
Plans are underway that could bring the biggest shake-up to Blackburn with Darwen’s local government in over 50 years — potentially ending its status as an independent council and merging it into a much larger East Lancashire authority. Residents, businesses and community groups are now being urged to have their say before final proposals are submitted in November.
Blackburn Residents Have Their Say on Conservatory’s Future
More than 1,500 people have shared their ideas for the future of Corporation Park’s Conservatory — with the most popular choice being to restore it as a botanical space, complete with exotic plants and butterflies.
Massive 1,500-Home Expansion Gets Underway in North East Blackburn
A huge new housing development is officially moving forward in Blackburn, with the first stage of ground investigation works now underway on land earmarked for more than 1,500 new homes.
Blackburn-Based EG Group Sells Iconic Yorkshire Bakery Back to Management Team
One of the UK’s oldest bakery brands, Cooplands, has returned to local hands following its sale by Blackburn-headquartered EG Group, bringing to an end a four-year chapter of corporate ownership.
Last Pub of the Revidge Run Closes: Hare & Hounds, Lammack shuts this weekend
The Hare & Hounds in Lammack—long a friendly off-route stop from Blackburn’s old Revidge Run—will call last orders for the final time on Sunday 5 October, closing due to the retirement of owner Ian Robertson MBE. As the last pub linked to the Revidge Run, its goodbye marks the end of a familiar chapter in the town’s pub history.
Future of Claire’s in Blackburn Uncertain as Rescue Deal Leaves Some Stores in Limbo
Claire’s Accessories has been rescued from the brink of collapse – but the future of the Blackburn branch remains unclear as it was not named among the 156 stores saved in the deal.
What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 29 September – Sunday 5 October 2025
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? 🎉 From Oktoberfest to Adele tributes, textile festivals to comedy nights, this week is buzzing with music, drama, family events and community fun. Over 30 fresh events have been added to the guide — and it’s free to add your own!
New Empire Social Club Launches at Blackburn Empire Theatre
A brand-new initiative is launching at the Blackburn Empire Theatre to help bring people together through Community • Friendship • Fun.
🎉 What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 22 – Sunday 28 September
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? 🎉 From powerful West End vocals and Elvis tributes to relaxing sound baths, comedy shows, gaming tournaments and The Great Gatsby Ball — it’s all happening in town! Explore 20+ events added this week and discover what’s on from Mon 22 to Sun 28 September.
Another High Street Name Gone: Bodycare to Shut Blackburn Store This Week – Darwen Branch Already Closed
Blackburn’s Bodycare store will close for good this week, marking the end of another high street favourite. With the Darwen store already gone, it’s a sad moment for loyal shoppers across the borough.
Blackburn MP Adnaan Hussain Caught Up in ‘Sexist Boys’ Club’ Row as Corbyn’s New Party Descends into Chaos
Blackburn’s MP, Adnaan Hussain, has been thrust into the spotlight after Jeremy Corbyn’s new party, Your Party, was rocked by explosive claims of a “sexist boys’ club” from co-founder Zarah Sultana.
Council quashes wild rumours about former Blackburn pub
Blackburn with Darwen Council has moved to quash rumours circulating on social media about the future of the former Gate Bar and Grill on Livesey Branch Road. The Council has
Have You Visited Yet? East Lancashire Hospice’s New Shop in Blackburn
Have you visited yet? East Lancashire Hospice has opened a sparkling new charity shop in Blackburn – and locals are already loving it. With bargains and a worthy cause, here’s why you should drop by.
Snow White Panto Launched at Historic Hoghton Tower
The magic of Christmas came early this year as the cast of the Blackburn Empire Theatre’s 2025 pantomime, Snow White, gathered at the historic Hoghton Tower for the official launch of the show.
What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 15 to Sunday 21 September 2025
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? 🎉 Blackburn’s biggest and busiest What’s On Guide is back — with events for every taste and age! From gothic exhibitions and live music to comedy gigs, drama, Pokémon tournaments and wellbeing workshops, it’s all happening right here.
A Landmark Exhibition Unveiled at Blackburn Museum: ‘The Nature of Gothic’ Brings Global Masterpieces to Town
Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery is preparing to launch what’s being described as its most ambitious exhibition to date — a breathtaking showcase of rare books, manuscripts, artworks, and ceramics that explores how nature has inspired creative expression across centuries, cultures, and religions. The Nature of Gothic opens this weekend and runs through to December.
From Blackburn to East Lancs? Big Changes Proposed for Your Local Council
Plans are underway that could bring the biggest shake-up to Blackburn with Darwen’s local government in over 50 years — potentially ending its status as an independent council and merging it into a much larger East Lancashire authority. Residents, businesses and community groups are now being urged to have their say before final proposals are submitted in November.
What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 8 to Sunday 14 September 2025
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? 🎉 Blackburn’s biggest and most exciting What’s On Guide is back — featuring comedy clubs, music legends, soul tours, and a huge 3-day community festival! Plus, new events are added every day. It’s also free to add your own events to the guide!
Songs From The Rat Pack – A Swinging Big Band Spectacular
Yorkshire’s premier Big Band brings the golden age of swing to Blackburn with a spectacular Rat Pack celebration this September.
This Week in Blackburn (Mon 01 – Sun 07 Sept 2025)
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? 🎉 Blackburn’s biggest and busiest What’s On Guide is back — with over 40 new events added in the last 7 days! From legendary live music and comedy nights to community festivals, bingo, gaming and family fun, it’s all right here. Don’t forget — it’s completely free to add your own events too.
Richmond Terrace: Blackburn’s Impressive Georgian Street Left to Rot
Richmond Terrace is one of Blackburn’s most impressive streets — a Grade II listed Georgian terrace that once stood as a proud symbol of the town’s professional class. Just steps from the Town Hall, it was home to solicitors, accountants and other leading figures in the nineteenth century. Today, the same terrace tells a very different story.
Blackburn Residents Have Their Say on Conservatory’s Future
More than 1,500 people have shared their ideas for the future of Corporation Park’s Conservatory — with the most popular choice being to restore it as a botanical space, complete with exotic plants and butterflies.
EG Group to Leave Blackburn in Shock Move, as Business Focus Shifts to USA
After more than two decades in Blackburn, EG Group has confirmed it is relocating its UK office to Bolton and its global headquarters to the USA. The move reflects a reduced UK operation – leaving the future of its £35m Blackburn offices uncertain.
Massive 1,500-Home Expansion Gets Underway in North East Blackburn
A huge new housing development is officially moving forward in Blackburn, with the first stage of ground investigation works now underway on land earmarked for more than 1,500 new homes.
Blackburn Vape Kingpin Sentenced After £400k Illegal Trade Busted
A Blackburn businessman has been handed a suspended jail sentence after nearly 40,000 illegal vapes and thousands of counterfeit products were seized in a major Trading Standards operation.
Reflect on This: Blackburn’s Bollards Get a Glow-Down
Blackburn with Darwen is saying goodbye to glow and hello to reflection. As part of a £630,000 council-funded upgrade, 554 of the borough’s traffic bollards are being switched from energy-hungry illuminated units to low-maintenance reflective ones—saving cash, cutting emissions, and giving highways a cleaner look.
Named & Fined: Blackburn & Darwen Waste Offenders Ordered to Pay Nearly £5,000
Blackburn with Darwen Council has issued a strong warning to waste offenders as another round of prosecutions lands local residents with criminal records and thousands in fines.