Railway Road Historic Railings Restored and Reinstated Darwen’s iconic Railings, thought to be around 100 years old, situated on Railway Road were removed several months ago and have been safety checked, carefully restored and are currently being reinstalled. Some of the railings have not stood up to the test of time, and therefore were not…
Darwen Market and Crafty Vintage Presents a Packed Programme of Free Summer Fun Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10am-2pm 23rd July – 24th August Activities confirmed so far are: Monday 23rd July 10 – 12 UKULELE SINGALONG Games and music Crafty Corner & Giant Games Wednesday 25th July Lizi Potters Wheel – Throw A Cup…
Darwen Market Presents…Brambles East Band Showcase Performance in Darwen Market Square, Thursday 19 July 11am Darwen Market is delighted to present Brambles East Band Showcase on Thursday 19 July at 11am. For the first time in the history of the school, students from Brambles East will be showcasing their talents with a live performance in…
Work set to start on £1.3m flagship project in Darwen Work is set to start next week on an ambitious £1.3 million scheme to develop a new public space for events and entertainment in the heart of Darwen Town Centre. It was announced today, that following the Council’s new procurement framework process, Eric Wright Civil…
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council is investing £1.5 million in the future of Darwen Town Centre by creating a fantastic public space right in the heart of the town. The plans are for the area outside Darwen Market and on the site of the former 3 day Market; work will begin as early as spring…
Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council has approved plans for a new permanent entrance way to Darwen Market following the removal of the 3 day market. This will replace the temporary door that is currently in place, allowing access to the Annex and car park from the soon to be redeveloped Darwen Market Square. Following conversations…
British Designer and Artist Liam Hopkins announced as the chosen consultant who will work with the Darwen Community on developing ideas and designs to create bespoke pieces of artwork for Darwen Market Square. The Artist Commission for Darwen attracted interest from over 60 artists, 4 artists were shortlisted with Liam ultimately being selected by the…