Blackburn Local Information: 10 top things to know... more
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1. History
Blackburn has been a centre for weaving since the 13th century and this business boomed during the Industrial Revolution of the 18th century, making it one of the world’s first industrial towns. In the mid 19th century it became known as the “weaving capital of the world” and had around 79,405 looms in operation. This industry went into decline in the mid-20th century. I...Read more
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1: History
Blackburn has been a centre for weaving since the 13th century and this business boomed during the Industrial Revolution of the 18th century, making it one of the world’s first industrial towns. In the mid 19th century it became known as the “weaving capital of the world” and had around 79,405 looms in operation. This industry went into decline in the mid-20th century. It...Read more
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2. Now
A huge regeneration project is ongoing in the town. Over the next few years, Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is hoping over £400m will be invested into the town centre to improve public spaces, the train station and shopping and business facilities. Blackburn Rovers is the town’s football team and plays a big role in the life of thousands of its residents. Regular hig...Read more
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2: Now
A huge regeneration project is ongoing in the town. Over the next few years, Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is hoping over £400m will be invested into the town centre to improve public spaces, the train station and shopping and business facilities. Blackburn Rovers is the town’s football team and plays a big role in the life of thousands of its residents. Regular high...Read more
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3. Events
A huge parade is held in the town centre every January to celebrate the birth of the prophet Mohammed. Thousands of people line the streets to watch and join in the procession and many visitors travel from across the region to take part. The Fantastic Food Show is held in Blackburn in May and includes a chance to sample local produce, take part in workshops, taste adventures f...Read more
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3: Events
A huge parade is held in the town centre every January to celebrate the birth of the prophet Mohammed. Thousands of people line the streets to watch and join in the procession and many visitors travel from across the region to take part. The Fantastic Food Show is held in Blackburn in May and includes a chance to sample local produce, take part in workshops, taste adventures fo...Read more
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4. Attractions
Blackburn Cathedral is open daily to visitors in the morning and evening. A selection of guided tours are available and there is a café/restaurant and gift shop on site. Blackburn Museum houses collections of art, social history artefacts, manuscripts, books and coins, and tells visitors about the history of the region. Turton Tower, on the outskirts of Blackburn, is a Tudor...Read more
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4: Attractions
Blackburn Cathedral is open daily to visitors in the morning and evening. A selection of guided tours are available and there is a café/restaurant and gift shop on site. Blackburn Museum houses collections of art, social history artefacts, manuscripts, books and coins, and tells visitors about the history of the region. Turton Tower, on the outskirts of Blackburn, is a Tudor b...Read more
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5. Things To Do
The Audley Sports Centre contains a large sports hall, gym, community hall and children’s centre. The Blackburn Rovers Sports Arena has a four-court sports hall and fitness gym. Shadworth Leisure Centre has squash courts, aerobics studio, gym and more. Swimming is available at the Daisyfield Pools, which includes a large pool and a training pool. Darwen Leisure Centre includ...Read more
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5: Things To Do
The Audley Sports Centre contains a large sports hall, gym, community hall and children’s centre. The Blackburn Rovers Sports Arena has a four-court sports hall and fitness gym. Shadworth Leisure Centre has squash courts, aerobics studio, gym and more. Swimming is available at the Daisyfield Pools, which includes a large pool and a training pool. Darwen Leisure Centre include...Read more
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Blackburn Events
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01 May 2013 - 31 May 2013
Blackburn Festival of Speech, Music and Dance
Adults and children are given a chance to show off their talents during the annual Blackburn Festival of Speech, Music and Dance. The festival, which has been taking place since 1946, is run entirely by volunteers in an aim to give local people a chance to compete in th ...more
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01 October 2012 - 31 October 2012
Woodland Festival
The annual Woodland Festival takes place in Towneley Park in October and is organised by Burnley Council. The festival is free to attend and celebrates the outdoors with a range of woodland-themed activities and entertainment. Events are aimed at people of all ages and ...more
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01 August 2013 - 31 August 2013
Towneley Live
Towneley Live is a one-day pop festival held in Towneley Park in August.The event, organised by promotion company Livewyre, is a huge, family friendly concert of the UK’s finest pop acts. It attracts crowds of more than 12,000 people. Famous names to have appeared on ...more
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01 May 2013 - 31 May 2013
Fantastic Food Show
Everything edible is celebrated at the annual Fantastic Food Show. This one-day event in May is held at Blackburn Rovers ground Ewood Park, in Nuttall Street, and aims to be ‘more than a food festival or food market’. The event is organised by Michelin star chef Nig ...more
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Blackburn Blog
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Heart appeal reaches milestone
A huge appeal to raise money for vital life-saving equipment has hit the £100,000 mark. The British Heart Foundation Heart of Blackburn Appeal reached the milestone after a recent charity ball and a sponsored cycling event. The appeal aims to...
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Mayor’s attendant gets chair tribute
The memory of a mayor’s attendant will live on in the council chamber thanks to a special chair. The bespoke chair, complete with plaque, was designed as a tribute to Harold Platt, who worked for the mayors of...
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Heather gets top Olympic role
Schools PE co-ordinator Heather Smith has netted a top role in the Olympics. Heather, who works at Blackburn with Darwen Council, will get to meet top sporting stars after being chosen as a Flash Quote Reporter for the London...
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Health centre opened by top athlete
Top athlete Holly Bleasdale officially opened a new health centre before meeting local students and taking part in a question and answer session. Holly, 20, who is the European pole vaulting champion, opened the new Barbara Castle Way...
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