Blackburn Cathedral

are live streaming their Lunchtime Recitals & Church Services on You Tube & Facebook

Welcome to Blackburn & Darwen

Welcome to the official website guide to Blackburn and Darwen.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Important Update: (18/03/2020)

During these challenging times Blackburn with Darwen businesses and attractions are taking their own decision as to whether they stay open or not. We recommend that you call any of the businesses or attractions detailed on this website to ensure that they are open before you visit and to avoid disappointment.

For details of Council run venues that are affected please Click Here.

It is paramount that we all continue to follow advice from the Government and Public Health England.

For more information contact Blackburn Visitor Centre 01254 688040 or keep up to date by joining our mailing list.

Event Highlights

Fiddler on the Roof - Blackburn Musical Theatre Co.

Blackburn Musical Theatre Company presents Fiddler on the Roof based on Sholem Aleichem stories by special permission of Arnold Perl at Blackburn…

Blackburn Cathedral Flower Festival Postponed

Blackburn Cathedral Award Winning Flower Festival returns in 2020 with more amazing floral installations. Internationally acclaimed designers Craig…

Ribble Valley International Piano Week 2020

Ribble Valley International Piano Week, taking place at the Croston Theatre, Westholme School, Thursday 15th July to Saturday 18th July 2020 …

See Full Events Listing

Latest News

March 2020

Blackburn Empire Theatre – Announcement18/03/2020
After this week’s announcement from the Government that social distancing is now required and that people should avoid…
Blackburn Cathedral Flower Festival 2020 - Announcement18/03/2020
It is with much regret that we announce the postponement of the Blackburn Cathedral Flower Festival planned for June this…
Martin Roscoe and Friends: A world-class piano festival on the doorstep to the Ribble Valley16/03/2020
Dates: Thursday 15th – Saturday 18th July 2019
Venue: The Croston Theatre, Westholme School, Meins Rd., Blackburn,…