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Pride in Place funding

FOR DARWEN TOWN CENTRE

Darwen is benefitting from Pride in Place funding from the government; it’s all about creating thriving towns and fostering stronger and safer communities. 

The pilot scheme, the “Darwen Community Fund”, was awarded to 12 successful applicants in March 2026:

  • Anyon Street Bowling Green and Social Club 
  • Derwent Hall 
  • Darwen Cricket Club 
  • Sunbird Records 
  • Darwen Heritage Centre 
  • Darwen Youth Zone 
  • Junction4 Skatepark 
  • Hoddlesden Millennium Green 
  • The Parochial Church Council of St James Over Darwen 
  • The Making Rooms at Darwen Youth Zone
  • Launchpad (a partnership between Blackburn College, Newground Together and Darwen Youth Zone)
  • Newrad Fisheries 

Read more about how they’re spending their portion of the Darwen Community Fund.

YOUR CHANCE TO HAVE A SAY

“Let’s Talk Darwen” is your chance to tell us what you think would make Darwen a better place to live. No long-winded meetings or complex jargon, just friendly conversations about what you would like to see, do and experience in Darwen Town Centre.

HOW WILL MY FEEDBACK BE USED

Feedback and opinions from the local community will help the Darwen Town Board make final decisions and how, where and when Pride in Place funding will be spent in Darwen. 

GET INVOLVED

Complete the Let’s Talk Darwen short survey to have your say. It’s just 6 questions, 4 of which are multiple choice. Be sure to fill in your details to be entered into the Let’s Talk Darwen prize draw!

Keep an eye on this page for workshops, activities and events where you can find out more and have your say.

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