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5 Spanish holiday destinations to consider for summer 2012

Mon, 14 Nov 11 09:17:08 +0000

So, the nights are drawing in and what could loosely be called summer is now over. To combat an early onset of winter blues, why not get planning a scorching summer break in Spain for 2012? Spain really does have it all;

12 days of Christmas at Nickelodeon Land, Pleasure Beach, Blackpool

Thu, 27 Oct 11 11:41:19 +0000

Nickelodeon Land to be transformed into a winter wonderland for 12 fun filled days over Christmas

Take a poetic walk around Lancaster

Thu, 20 Oct 11 16:31:55 +0000

Poetic walks are taking place around Lancaster with Litfestâs Walking in Circles.

Be the first to see the new Tintin movie

Tue, 18 Oct 11 14:02:23 +0000

The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn (cert PG) hits cinemas everywhere on October 26 - but you can see it for free and before anyone else this Thursday.

The beer industry, worth its weight in gold

Sat, 15 Oct 11 10:11:15 +0000

Some people say that a dog is mans best friend. Wrong. Without question, mans best friend is beer. Beer drinkers outnumber dog owners by the millions and, despite consumption being at its lowest point for 60 years, an av

Review: A fun-filled family day out at Blackpool Pleasure Beach and Iluminations

Fri, 14 Oct 11 12:27:32 +0000

For weeks my two nephews, aged 6 and 3, had been begging me to take them to Blackpool.

Young otter makes appearance at Lancashire nature reserve

Tue, 11 Oct 11 20:17:38 +0000

An elusive otter surprised visitors to a nature reserve when he was found sleeping next to a busy footpath.

Children's Minister to open The Zone in Nelson

Mon, 03 Oct 11 11:28:29 +0000

Nelsonâs new young people's centre will be officially opened on Wednesday by the Children's Minister Tim Loughton.

What Affects your Home Insurance Costs?

Tue, 27 Sep 11 16:21:16 +0000

Consumer insurance is something that is important for everyone.

It's panto season! Dick Whittington comes to Blackburn

Wed, 21 Sep 11 10:53:06 +0000

Dick Whittington is set to take centre stage in King Georgeâs Hall's must see pantomime.

People of Lancashire to star in TV advert

Mon, 19 Sep 11 15:22:13 +0000

A county-wide talent search led to people from across Lancashire landing starring roles in The Mall Blackburnâs first ever television advert.

Animal Magic show returns to Martin Mere Wetland Centre

Mon, 12 Sep 11 15:36:50 +0000

Martin Mere Wetland Centre is flying open its doors for the annual wildlife spectacular Animal Magic.

Welsh lady wins Lancashire gourmet food experience

Thu, 08 Sep 11 17:05:27 +0000

Janice Channer bowled over judges in the Butlers Farmhouse Cheeses âHandmade with Loveâ recipe competition with her Lancashire Cheese, Parmesan & Chive Souffle.

Fleetwood Town FC open dayâ

Wed, 07 Sep 11 11:59:01 +0000

Fleetwood Town FC is staging an official open day of its new multi-million pound grandstand facilities, with an opportunity for people to meet players, and go behind the scenes to experience corporate hospitality, thanks

Gaze at the stars at Martin Mereâs new astronomy event

Mon, 05 Sep 11 10:42:04 +0000

In partnership with Liverpool Astronomical Society, WWT Martin Mere is offering a brand new Astronomy Evening on Saturday 17 September.

Longridge Library to re-open following Â£200,000 refurbishment

Wed, 31 Aug 11 14:00:55 +0000

Improved community facilities and up-to-date technology will be on show when Longridge Library reopens following a Â£200,000 makeover.

Carousel of candyfloss and masala popcorn at Twelve's Hotshots evening

Tue, 30 Aug 11 12:56:40 +0000

Culinary ringmaster Graham Floyd brought all the fun of the fair to Twelve Restaurant & Lounge Bar for Lancashire and Blackpool Tourist Boardâs Lancashire Hotshots evening.

Wellbeing month at WWT Martin Mere

Fri, 26 Aug 11 12:23:26 +0000

Escape the stresses of daily life this September and re-live that relaxed holiday feeling as you head into autumn.

The seaside comes to Nelson

Mon, 22 Aug 11 18:01:52 +0000

Nelson Manor Care Centre is appealing for help to provide their residents with a traditional British Seaside Holiday.

Music, magic and more in store in Morcambe

Mon, 22 Aug 11 17:48:13 +0000

The Platform, in Morecambe, has planned a fantastic programme of famous faces and top class talent for this season.

Heron enjoys a snappy snack

Mon, 22 Aug 11 15:11:53 +0000

We tend to prepare ourselves for eating shellfish with a finger bowl, a side plate and a napkin at the ready.

Chorley youngsters visit police horses

Mon, 22 Aug 11 14:08:51 +0000

Eight youngsters were taken on a special tour of the policeâs mounted division as part of a scheme aimed at providing them with positive activities to get involved in over the summer holidays.

The Redcoats are coming to Lancaster

Thu, 18 Aug 11 10:59:48 +0000

Lancaster Castle will be transformed into an 18th century garrison when His Majesty's 22nd Regiment of Foot set up camp there over the Bank Holiday weekend.

Roll up! Roll up! For Twelve's Lancashire Hotshots evening

Tue, 09 Aug 11 17:53:47 +0000

All the fun of the fair is coming to Twelve Restaurant & Lounge Bar as it celebrates its place in Lancashire and Blackpool Tourist Boardâs Lancashire Hotshots evening.

Record number of breeding Tree Sparrows at WWT Martin Mere

Tue, 09 Aug 11 17:32:00 +0000

WWT Martin Mere experienced record numbers of breeding tree sparrows this year, with 83 breeding pairs - an increase of 25% from 2010.