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From tech entrepreneurs to gothic storytellers: The Groves Family launch The Series of Silence
Lancashire-based entrepreneur, technology leader, and decorated Army Reservist Heath Groves is turning the page on a new chapter in his life, along with his family, as a published author. On 4th October 2025, they
Spectacular Dragon sculpture unveiled at Townley Park by #AmazingAccrignton creative artist Sarah Mae Francis
Visitors to Towneley Park in Burnley can now marvel at a brand-new dragon sculpture, created by talented #AmazingAccrington artist Sarah Mae Francis. The friendly dragon, made entirely from recycled metal donated by
Vital Synergy secures naming rights for Accrington Stanley’s Eric Whalley Family Stand
Vital Synergy has proudly secured the naming rights for the Eric Whalley Family Stand at Accrington Stanley’s Wham Stadium for the upcoming 2025/26 season. Named in honour of legendary former chairman Eric Whalley, the
Blue plaque unveiled at historic Moorside House in Altham by the Lord-Lieutenant of Lancashire
The Lord-Lieutenant of Lancashire, Mrs Amanda Parker, has unveiled a blue plaque at historic Moorside House in Altham, celebrating the property’s important place in the story of women’s suffrage and local heritage.
Accrington Stanley celebrates 10,000th FREE shirt milestone at annual giveaway with Lord-Lieutenant of Lancashire
Accrington Stanley have now handed out more than 10,000 free replica shirts to local children following its ninth annual Big Shirt Giveaway, which was held at the Wham Stadium on Tuesday. The
Hyndburn Borough Council strengthens support for Accrington Stanley’s community events
Hyndburn Borough Council has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Accrington Stanley Football Club’s community events, sponsoring a number of their initiatives throughout 2025. The Council, a long-standing supporter of the club’s annual Funfair &
Townfield Mobility Celebrates Third Season As Arena Sponsors Of Great Harwood Rovers
Townfield Mobility are proudly celebrating their third consecutive season as sponsors of Great Harwood Rovers, with the club’s home ground officially named the Townfield Mobility Arena since April 2023. The ongoing arena sponsorship underscores
Accrington Stanley and HML Recycling collaborate to bring more fans to the Wham Stadium
Accrington Stanley have announced an exciting collaboration with long-term sponsors HML Recycling aimed at bringing more supporters to the Wham Stadium on matchdays. HML Recycling, who currently sponsor The Snug at Accrington Stanley for
Coley’s Sports Bar and Social Club to re-open at Accrington Stanley this Friday
Accrington Stanley have announced that Coley’s Sports Bar and Social Club will re-open on Friday, 5th September. The newly reopened venue will be serving a wide range of street food favourites, including dirty fries,
Accrington Road Runners Celebrate 40 Years with 40-Mile Relay
40 years. 40 miles. One club Accrington Road Runners marked their 40th anniversary in style on Sunday, 31st August, staging a special 40-mile relay run through Accrington and surrounding towns — retracing some of
Record numbers flock to Great Harwood for biggest ever Big Transport Weekend
The ‘Town and District Transport Trust’s Big Transport Weekend proved to be a runaway success in Great Harwood, attracting more than 2,000 visitors to the Showground over the weekend. This year’s event was the
Winners of the Accrington Xmas Factor Announced at Oswaldtwistle Mills
The winners of the Accrington Xmas Factor were revealed at the St Paul’s Scouts Family Fun Day held at Oswaldtwistle Mills on Saturday 30th August. Zoltar were crowned winners by a panel of judges
Accrington XMAS Factor set to dazzle crowds at Scouts family fun day at Oswaldtwistle Mills this Saturday
Oswaldtwistle Mills will be the heart of the action this Saturday, as it hosts the eagerly anticipated St Paul’s Scouts Family Fun Day, featuring the brand-new Accrington Xmas Factor singing competition. Running from 10am
Accrington Soapbox Challenge thrills 12,000 with record-breaking day of racing and entertainment
The Amazing Accrington Soapbox Challenge delivered another unforgettable day of racing and entertainment, as 12,000 spectators gathered in the town centre to watch nearly 30 fearless entrants take on the 170-metre track – with
New Accrington Stanley anthem ‘Stanley til we die’ launched with 40% of royalties to support club
Local musician and lifelong Accrington Stanley fan Maelor Hughes has released a powerful new club anthem, ‘Stanley Til We Die’, with 40% of the song’s royalties going directly to Accrington Stanley to support the