Iconic Lancashire viaduct set for investment boost
A Victorian viaduct that forms an iconic part of the Ribble Valley landscape is benefitting from a £1.6 million investment by Network Rail.
For the...
Leeds & Liverpool Canal celebrates 200 years – Re-creation of the 1816 inaugural passage
The Leeds & Liverpool Canal Bicentenary celebrations reach a high point this month as the historic short boat Kennet re-creates the inaugural ceremonial journey...
Game of Thrones meets Walking Dead in new play
A new play explores the lives of three young people as they deal with the aftermath of a devastating plague.
Playwright and Lancaster University lecturer...
Forest Side, Cumbria wins a Michelin star eight months after it launched
Forest Side in Grasmere, Cumbria has been awarded their first Michelin star in the Michelin Guide Great Britain and Ireland 2017.
The announcements were made...
Round Britain trip proves to be a life-changer for Chester student.
A former soldier turned University of Chester student has spent his summer on the journey of a lifetime, sailing 2,000 miles around the British...
Chocolatier is sweet addition to Haigh Woodland Park
The ultimate destination for an indulgent chocolate experience has opened within the kitchen courtyard at Haigh Woodland Park.
With a wide range of products, Luisco...
Blackpool Pleasure Beach Announces New £16.5m Rollercoaster
Blackpool Pleasure Beach has announced it is to build a new £16.25m rollercoaster. It will be the UK’s first ever with a double-launch –...
Burnley Medieval Masterpieces to be Shown in London Exhibition
A set of exquisite medieval vestments, which are part of the collection at Towneley Hall, has been loaned to the world-renowned Victoria and Albert...
Spur-winged goslings hatch at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre
Four Spur-winged goose goslings have hatched at WWT Martin Mere Wetland Centre. The spur-winged goose is one of the rarest birds in captivity.
Martin Mere...
Nantwich aqueduct project claims conservation award
The project to restore Nantwich’s famous aqueduct, has secured a major conservation award.
The project, involving the Canal and River Trust, Cheshire East Council, Nantwich...