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Spine-chilling Halloween reading brings gothic thriller The Silence We Hide to life
This Halloween, audiences are invited to step into the shadows with new author Heath Groves, who will present a special live reading from his debut gothic thriller The Silence We Hide. The exclusive reading,
East 17 to headline the #AmazingAccrington Christmas Lights Swich On
Get ready to kick off the festive season in true Christmas style, as one of the UK’s biggest-ever boy bands, East 17, are set to headline this year’s #AmazingAccrington Christmas Lights Switch On. The
Accrington Stanley Women FC Set to Embark on Life-Changing Sports Coaching Trip to Ghana
Accrington Stanley Women FC (ASWFC) are proud to announce an inspiring international venture, as seventeen of the club’s young women and girls prepare to travel to Ghana this July for a bespoke sports coaching
Accrington Stanley signs up Jodie Hargreaves as new commercial manager
Accrington Stanley is delighted with the appointment of Jodie Hargreaves as the club’s new Commercial Manager. Jodie joins Accrington Stanley with a strong background in operations and commercial management, bringing with her a wealth
Lancashire Bombers crowned best U17 Youth Flag Football Team in the UK
The Lancashire Bombers U17 Flag Football team has been crowned the best in Britain, earning the title of UK Champions after a spectacular run at the National Finals in Manchester. Hosted at the Platt
🎃 Halloween fun comes to Accrington Town Centre this October with #AmazingAccrington Shop Trail
The #AmazingAccrington Halloween Shop Trail is back this October half-term, building on the success of last year’s event which was the biggest and best yet. Running from Monday 27th to Friday 31st October and
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,