The Wish Centre Charity Shop Joins the Shop Darwen Scheme

The Wish Centre Charity Shop Joins the Shop Darwen Scheme: A New Chapter in Community Support The Wish Centre, a prominent charity supporting individuals affected by domestic abuse in Blackburn and Darwen, has recently joined the Shop Darwen initiative. This collaboration marks a significant step in the charity’s mission to integrate more deeply into the…

Darwen Monthly Artisan Market

Less than two weeks to go until the next instalment of Darwen Monthly Artisan Market! This is an event not to be missed in the heart of the town on Darwen Market Square. The first Darwen Artisan Market, which took place on Saturday 12th August, was a roaring success. Quintessentially British summer showers were no…

Summer 2023 in Darwen Market Square

Warm summer days go hand in hand with family fun, and there’s lots to look forward to this summer in Darwen Town Centre! Our market square is the ideal place to enjoy family events and entertainment in the sunshine. Here’s three upcoming dates for your diary…   Sunday 25th June – Blackburn and Darwen Band…

Liam Hopkins Commissioned

Blackburn with Darwen Council are delighted to announce that it is working with British Designer and Artist Liam Hopkins, 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…