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East 17 set to ‘Stay Another Day’ in Accrington for spectacular Christmas Lights Switch On this Thursday
Accrington is preparing for an unforgettable evening of festive magic as the #AmazingAccrington Christmas Lights Switch On returns to the town centre this Thursday, and the whole event is completely free to attend. Sponsored
Accrington Stanley Community Trust host successful business meeting at Wham Stadium
Accrington Stanley Community Trust welcomed local business leaders and partners to their latest Business Meeting at the club’s Wham Stadium on Wednesday 19th November. The event opened with a warm introduction from Joanna Williams
What More UK Unveils New 80, 000 sq ft Facility to Support Future Growth
What More UK, one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of housewares, cookware, and storage products, has announced the completion and opening of its brand-new 80,000 sq ft facility at its production site in Altham, marking another
‘The Day of the Jackal’ star Ben Hall narrates chilling new audiobook…The Silence We Hide for an Accrington debut author
Star of stage and screen Ben Hall, known for his role as Damian Richardson in the hit British spy thriller television series ‘The Day of the Jackal’, has lent his voice to the brand-new
Accrington Stanley players to take centre stage at #AmazingAccrington Christmas Lights Switch On
Accrington Stanley supporters will have several opportunities to meet players from Accrington Stanley and Accrington Stanley Women as part of the #AmazingAccrington Christmas Lights Switch On, taking place on Thursday, 27th November (4 pm-8 pm). Players from
Community Solutions North West Awarded Grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to Protect and Transform Elmfield Hall
Community Solutions North West is delighted to announce a grant of £249,995 from The National Lottery Heritage Fund to help protect the historic Elmfield Hall and secure its sustainable future as a vibrant community
Accrington Stanley celebrate another successful sponsors night at the Wham Stadium
Accrington Stanley welcomed players and sponsors to the club’s annual Sponsors Night on Thursday, 6th November, held in the 1968 Lounge at the Wham Stadium. The evening was a celebration of the strong partnerships
Record-breaking #AmazingAccrington Halloween Trail brings over 2,000 shop visits to the town centre
Accrington’s town centre was buzzing with excitement this Halloween as over 2,000 shop visits were generated during this year’s #AmazingAccrington Halloween competition, the biggest and best yet. Families and trick-or-treaters descended on the town,
Meet Employers and discover live vacancies at Hyndburn Jobs Fair in February
Local businesses and job seekers are being invited to come together at the Hyndburn Jobs Fair on Monday, 9th February, taking place at Accrington Town Hall from 10 am to 3 pm. Organised by Hyndburn
Moorside Craft Gin launched as part of thrilling new book series
A brand-new craft gin has been unveiled to accompany the debut instalment of a gothic thriller series and the first novel, The Silence We Hide, based upon the historic Moorside House in Altham, Accrington.
ACCRINGTON STANLEY OFFER FREE MATCHDAY ENTRY TO MILITARY AND EMERGENCY SERVICES PERSONNEL
Accrington Stanley will pay tribute to the nation’s Armed Forces and emergency services with a special gesture of appreciation at their home fixture against Bristol Rovers on Saturday 15th November. As part of the
THOUSANDS ENJOY SPECTACULAR FUNFAIR & FIREWORKS AT ACCRINGTON STANLEY’S WHAM STADIUM
Thousands of people flocked to the Wham Stadium on Sunday evening for the eighth annual Accrington Stanley Funfair & Fireworks event, proudly sponsored by Hyndburn Borough Council. Families enjoyed an evening packed with fun,
GREAT HARWOOD IS BLONDIED FOR CHRISTMAS EXTRAVAGANZA AS GLOBAL ROCK STAR RETURNS HOME FOR HEADLINE PERFORMANCE
It’s going to be a Christmas to remember in Great Harwood as hometown star Michelle Hendriks, lead singer of Blondied, returns to where it all began to headline this year’s Great Harwood Christmas Extravaganza
Deadline approaching to nominate East Lancashire Volunteer Groups for King’s Awards for Voluntary Service to recognise their dedication
The King’s Award for Voluntary Service was formerly the Queen’s Award, created in 2002 to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee and, following his accession, His Majesty The King emphasised his desire to continue
Accrington Stanley invites sponsors to lay wreaths at Remembrance Sunday Service
Accrington Stanley will hold a special memorial service at the Wham Stadium on Remembrance Sunday, inviting fans, the local community and club sponsors to come together to honour and remember those who have served.