One thing we’re not short of in Darwen is green space. Nature is a constant reminder here – most views in Darwen feature an impressive hillside in the background, or a beautiful park in the foreground. Wild One Adventures is a small business with the mission of encouraging the local community to connect with these…
Beggars Belief Collective describe themselves as “a ragtag gang of makers, artists and creatives based in Darwen.” Based at Darwen Library Theatre, the collective is a collaboration between performers and theatre makers, Guy Hargreaves and Nicky McRoy, and Darwen based renowned sculptor and artist, Marjan Wouda. Their latest work, Three Loud Knocks, is a series…
Darwen is home to several fantastic independent online businesses, in addition to our local shops, cafes and bars. One of which is Little Red Interiors, a lifestyle and home interiors online store which sells a carefully chosen range of items for your home, all from quality brands. Little Red Interiors is owned by proud Darrener,…
Non-essential retail is back! Darwen shops are now able to open their doors and welcome customers both new and old. Now is an important time to support your local independent businesses – businesses that make Darwen unique and a great place to shop. We caught up with our fantastic #shopdarwen participants to see what their…
When 2020 began, no-one would have dreamt that we would have spent the majority of our year at home for our own safety, and the serious ramifications this would bring both for people’s livelihoods and wellbeing. It has been tough for many people and it will be a long road to recovery in all senses…
Christmas has crept up on us yet again, and although things are undoubtedly different this year, there’s still plenty going on a Darwen Market… Open two extra days First and foremost, make sure you get Sunday 20th and Tuesday 22nd highlighted in your diary, as Darwen Market will be open on these days, giving you…
Maria Grieco is a local food lover and NHS worker who has turned her passion for cooking into a successful venture, Dinner at Maria’s. Maria is an active member of the community in Darwen and often gives us a hand with foodie content for Darwen Market. We caught up with her last week to find…
Trick or treating may be off the cards this Halloween, but there’s still plenty of things you can do in and around Darwen this weekend to get into the spooky spirit, while following Covid guidelines. From exploring a creepy and historical location to Halloween fun and games at home, have a read to get some…
Shop Darwen launched last week, and it’s been great to see the scheme get started. There are now around 30 independent Darwen town centre businesses taking part – spend £5 or over at any of them, and you can gain entry to a prize draw for a chance of winning £50 worth of Shop Darwen…
Calling all independent Darwen businesses! If you own an independent business based in Darwen town centre, Blackburn with Darwen council are inviting you to sign up to their new marketing initiative, Shop Darwen. The campaign’s purpose is to support local businesses, give Darwen’s daytime economy a helping hand and encourage shoppers back to the high…