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.
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.
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.
This Week in Blackburn (Mon 18 – Mon 25 Aug 2025)
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? Welcome to Blackburn’s biggest, best and brightest What’s On Guide 🌟 — and it’s totally free to add your own events! Over 50 new events have been added this week, from family activities and live music to theatre, exhibitions and the Bank Holiday weekend fun.
Builders Uncover Forgotten Cinema History Beneath The Exchange in Blackburn
A new piece of Blackburn’s cinematic past has come to light during the ongoing £1.5 million renovation project at The Exchange.
Blackburn’s Thira Crowned South Indian Restaurant of the Year at English Curry Awards
One of Blackburn Life’s favourite foodie gems, Thira, has added another feather to its cap — scooping the South Indian Restaurant of the Year title at the 14th English Curry Awards. A major win for Blackburn’s dining scene, this honour celebrates Thira’s bold, authentic flavours and growing national reputation.
New Card Shop Bursts into Blackburn with Cards from Just 19p!
A new greeting card and gift store has opened in the heart of Blackburn’s town centre, offering cards from just 19p and a wide range of partyware, balloons, and gifts.
‘Little Van of Warm’ Brings Free Energy Support to Blackburn Households
A new mobile service is rolling out across Blackburn with Darwen to help residents struggling to keep warm this winter. The ‘Little Van of Warm’ is offering face-to-face energy advice, home visits, and free energy-saving measures for eligible households.
This Week in Blackburn (Mon 11 – Sun 17 Aug 2025)
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? Here’s your round-up of live music, family fun, theatre, workshops, and more — all happening from Monday to Sunday!
Local Sewing Shop Offers Surprise Gift With Every Zip Purchase
Blackburn’s long-standing sewing and crafting specialist Hobkirk is adding a little mystery and fun to your next project.
Beautiful South Star Briana Corrigan Brings Her Iconic Voice to Blackburn
A night of story, song, and unmistakable vocals – live this October
What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 04 August to Sunday 10 August
Looking for things to do in Blackburn & Darwen this week? Here’s your round-up of live music, family fun, theatre, workshops, and more — all happening from Monday to Sunday!
Poundland to Shut Blackburn Store on 31 August – Full List of 49 UK Closures Inside
Poundland has confirmed that its Blackburn branch at Cobden Court in The Mall will shut its doors for the final time on 31 August 2025, as part of a sweeping UK-wide restructuring plan affecting nearly 70 stores.
PureGym Blackburn Set to Relocate and Upgrade – New Site Opens This September
PureGym Blackburn is on the move – and the upgrade promises a brand-new fitness experience for members.
Named, Shamed, and Locked Up: Blackburn Men Jailed Over Homophobic Beating
A gang of men from Blackburn has been sentenced for a violent and homophobic assault that took place outside the town’s railway station—an attack described by a judge as “cowardly and shameful.”
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 Appoints Interim Dean Amid Abuse Oversight Scandal
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 rewarding the Bank of Mum and Dad in Blackburn
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
What’s On in Blackburn: Monday 21 July to Sunday 27 July 2025
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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.
Unfiltered, Unpredictable and Outrageously Funny – Ken Webster Heads to Blackburn
He’s bold, he’s hilarious, and he’s definitely not for the faint-hearted – Ken Webster, the UK’s most outrageous comedy hypnotist, is bringing his wild live show to Blackburn