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Roald Dahl’s beloved stories return to the big screen at Vue Accrington
A number of iconic film adaptations based on the work of children’s author Roald Dahl are returning to the big screen at Vue Accrington, offering families the perfect chance to relive their favourite stories
Accrington Stanley Women to mark International Women’s Day with Special Cup Quarter-Final Celebration
Accrington Stanley Women will celebrate International Women’s Day in style this year by hosting their Alliance Design & Print Cup quarter-final as part of a special event at Accrington & Rossendale College on Sunday
Great Harwood Rovers lauch board recruitment drive as club plans majoy 3G facility expansion
Great Harwood Rovers Football Club has announced plans to expand its leadership team and is inviting passionate, community-minded individuals to join its Board of Directors as the club enters an exciting new phase of
DWS Electrical named board sponsor at Accrington Stanley
Accrington Stanley has announced DWS Electrical as the club’s newest board sponsor, further strengthening ties between the club and the local business community. DWS Electrical is led by Director Danny Williams-Shaw, a proud Lancashire
Exciting NEW attractions and community initiatives announced for 2026 Great Harwood Christmas Extravaganza
An exciting range of new attractions and community-focused initiatives have been unveiled for the 2026 Great Harwood Christmas Extravaganza, promising another unforgettable festive celebration in the heart of the town. The free-to-attend event, proudly
Accrington Stanley stars visit stand sponsors Farleys Soliticors at flagship office
Footballers from Accrington Stanley paid a special visit to long-standing stand sponsors Farleys Solicitors on Thursday, enjoying an exclusive tour of the firm’s flagship office at Shuttleworth Mead Business Park. Anjola Popoola,
From Ballboy to Board Sponsor…Local boy David Williams sponsors Stanley
A lifelong supporter of Accrington Stanley has reached a proud milestone after his business, Accrin Mortgages, became an official board sponsor at the Wham Stadium. David Williams, who grew up in Accrington and has
Authors of gothic thrillers The Series of Silence to host book reading and gin tasting at Accrington Dome in March
A gothic thriller book series brought to life with gin, ghosts and a real Victorian manor is coming to Accrington next month. Accrington DOME will host a one‑night‑only Series of Silence takeover on Thursday
Short film celebrating suffragist Lydia Becker released to the public for the first time
A specially commissioned short history documentary film celebrating the life and legacy of pioneering suffragist Lydia Becker is now available for the public to watch on YouTube, shining a well-deserved
Great Harwood Show recognised as The King visited Clitheroe Auction Mart to meet farmers and rural communities
His Majesty The King visited Clitheroe Auction Mart today to meet farmers, young farmers and rural organisations and to learn more about the challenges and opportunities facing farming communities across Lancashire and the wider
Accrington Stanley becomes 65th stop on football fans’ special stadium journey
Accrington Stanley were delighted to welcome a very special guest to the Wham Stadium earlier this month when they hosted Salford City, as football fan Jon Darch continued his remarkable journey through the English
ANDYSMANCLUB visit Accrington Stanley to raise awareness of men’s mental health
National men’s mental health charity ANDYSMANCLUB paid a special visit to Accrington Stanley’s Wham Stadium on Thursday 5th February, as they attended the club’s home fixture against Salford City. Members of the ANDYSMANCLUB team
Accrington Stanley to host fans’ forum at the Wham Stadium this February
Accrington Stanley will host a Fans’ Forum at the Wham Stadium on Thursday 12th February, giving supporters the perfect opportunity to engage directly with the club’s leadership. The event will be held in Coley’s,
Blockbuster year of #AmazingAccrington and Great Harwood events confirmed for Hyndburn in 2026
Scott Dawson Advertising has been awarded the tenders by Hyndburn Borough Council to manage some of Hyndburn’s most anticipated events in 2026, including the Accrington Food & Drink Festival, the #AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge, the
Sally Harrison Estate Agents joins forces with Property Shop in an exciting new chapter
Barnoldswick‑based residential sales agency Sally Harrison Estate Agents is delighted to announce a new partnership with Property Shop, Barnoldswick’s leading lettings agency - bringing together two trusted local names to deliver even greater results