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…
This year’s Heritage Open Day at Bold Venture Park will take place on Sunday 20th September, and the theme is “Hidden Nature”. Friends of Bold Venture Park have organised a community pop up art gallery to celebrate the nature and beauty that we are so lucky to have on our doorstep in Darwen. Keep reading…
We are so excited to announce that a brand new stall will soon be opening on Darwen Market! Husband and wife team, Nandor and Agota, will be bringing the people of Darwen an authentic taste of Hungary with their stall, Budapest Lángos, which will be serving delicious Hungarian street food. Classic Hungarian lángos Lángos,…
Earth Evolution, Darwen’s new eco refill shop, opened last month and has already proven to be a favourite with both the local community and visitors from surrounding areas. We visited the shop last week to chat with the owner, Kate, and try some of their famous vegan sweets! A variety of kitchen cupboard staples…
The government’s Eat Out to Help Out scheme launched on Monday, and a large number of Darwen based eateries are taking part… yay! The scheme means that on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays in August, eat-in diners can receive a 50% discount on food and non alcoholic drinks, up to a maximum of £10 discount per…
Saturday 4th July is UK Indie Day – an annual campaign to promote independent retailers in the UK. In Darwen, we are lucky to have a great variety of independent retailers, including a vibrant group of traders at Darwen Market, who help make the town a brilliant place to live and visit. Serving the…
This Christmas in Darwen support local traders, retailers, restaurants, cafes and bars and help our community thrive. 2019 has seen new retailers open, popular traders expand and some fantastic free events. Bridge Street in particular is now home to a range of unique gift, craft, food and beauty shops. Pay a visit to Belgrave Bootique…
Duckworth’s Estate Agents are the headline sponsors for this year’s Darwen Christmas Lights Switch On partnering with Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council to promote a fantastic festive event. The event, this Saturday 16th November starts at 4pm kicking off the festive season with a mix of local and professional acts to entertain the crowds. Simon…
A jam-packed programme of local talent is set to wow crowds alongside special guest Simon Webbe at this years Light Switch On! Simon Webbe is a British Singer Songwriter from the North West best known as a member of boy band Blue before he embarked on a solo career. The event is set to be…
Blackburn with Darwen Carers Service is a small local charity with the aim of supporting unpaid carers in their efforts to look after a family member, friend or neighbour who requires assistance on a day to day basis to manage their needs. This work often impacts the carers own mental health, employment and access to…