Blackburn & Darwen News.

News

Jubilee Holiday Weather for Blackburn, Darwen & the NW

1 Jun 2022

With an extra long weekend approaching for many, it looks like the area may escape a washout with the Forecast for Bank Holiday Thursday,…

Blackburn History

When the Queen visited Blackburn in 1955

29 May 2022

As we look forward to the Queen's Platinum Jubilee celebrations this week, we'll be taking a look back!

Charity

Donate your Energy Grant to Local Charities – Blackburn Life Campaign

27 May 2022

The money raised will go directly to local charities helping people in the borough of Blackburn & Darwen

Council

Lighting of the Jubilee beacon at Darwen Tower – everything you need to know!

26 May 2022

A Jubilee beacon will be lit at Darwen Tower to mark the Queen’s 70-year reign on the evening of Thursday, June 2nd.

Council

Janet crowned ‘Queen’ of Darwen Tower Jubilee Beacon Competition

26 May 2022

The winner of a competition to light the Jubilee Beacon at Darwen Tower has been officially crowned!

Entertainment

Paul Young is Behind the Lens with New Tour

25 May 2022

Paul Young will take fans behind the lens in a unique show that will coincide with the publication of his autobiography.

Charity

Dancing Builders Re-work Madness Song “Our House” after Gifting New Home to Children’s Hospice

24 May 2022

A GENEROUS bunch of builders from the North West are hoping to hit the big time after making a music video of the re-worked…

Blackburn History

Blackburn has a Cathedral, so is Blackburn therefore a City? Read on…

20 May 2022

People are often surprised to discover Blackburn has a cathedral and then go on to query if Blackburn is a city. Isn't the definition…

Community

Blackburn misses out on city status as Doncaster and Milton Keynes become cities

20 May 2022

Blackburn has missed out on its bid to become a Jubilee City, as Doncaster, Colchester and Milton Keynes are announced as the recipients of…

News

Roll up, roll up. . . a scintillating night out of sparkling burlesque entertainment

18 May 2022

Roll up, roll up. . . a scintillating night out of sparkling entertainment – the UK’s longest running burlesque show – is back touring…

Council

Better Park Experiences in Darwen

17 May 2022

Darwen residents can expect a better park experience after maintenance work has been carried out in three of the neighbourhood parks.

Party Night

One of the Biggest 80s Party Nights to ever hit Blackburn!

17 May 2022

Dig out those 80`s clothes, grab your dancing shoes, and prepare to enjoy a night of pure “Gold” and, yes, fancy dress is encouraged!

News

Naked, Alone and Racing To Get Home – New TV show wants contestants from Blackburn

12 May 2022

E4’s most daring TV series is back and they are looking for contestants from Blackburn! The producers of Naked, Alone And Racing To Get Home are…

Archived What's On

Superstar Cars at FREE Comic Book Day at The Batcave

8 May 2022

Visitors to Town Hall Street Blackburn can enjoy The BatCave's annual FREE Comic Book Day, as well as meeting some superstar cars, when it…