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Junior Andre to headline Amazing Accrington Christmas Light Switch On
#AmazingAccrington will welcome actor, singer and TikTok star Junior Andre to headline the 2023 Accrington Christmas Light Switch On, taking place on Thursday 23rd November. The singer shot to fame in 2022 when his
LOCAL BUSINESS LEADERS ASKED TO SUPPORT EXCITING NEW INITIATIVE HEADED UP BY LEGENDARY ACCRINGTONIAN JULIE HESMONDHALGH
#AmazingAccrington business leaders have been asked to support an exciting new initiative led by actor Julie Hesmondhalgh. The Winter Writing Trail, in conjunction with #AmazingAccrington, will see local primary and secondary school
ACCRINGTON STANLEY WOMEN OFFER FREE TICKETS FOR RETURN TO THE WHAM STADIUM
Accrington Stanley Women will return to the Wham Stadium on Sunday 8th October, as they take on Fleetwood Town Wrens Ladies Reserves in the North West Womens Regional League – Division One North. It is
Accrington Stanley Big Shirt Giveaway has now given away over 8,000 shirts to local youngsters
Accrington Stanley's Big Shirt Giveaway returned for the seventh consecutive year on Wednesday 27th September, with the Club now having handed out 8,400 shirts to local youngsters. Players from the Accrington Stanley first
JULIE HESMONDHALGH STARS AS AMAZING ACCRINGTON BUSINESS LEADERS MEETING HEADS TO HISTORIC ST JAMES CHURCH
Business leaders from across Hyndburn met in the beautiful surroundings of St James’ Church in Accrington on Thursday 21st September, for the latest #AmazingAccrington business leaders meeting. Those attending got the chance to hear
Super Stanley Women secure statement victory at the Wham Stadium
Accrington Stanley Women returned to the Wham Stadium in style as they defeated league leaders Preston North End Women 3-1. Over 700 supporters attended the North West Womens Regional League – Division One North
Accrington Town Square Transformation to continue following a further £5million funding bid
Hyndburn Council are pleased to announce their £5million funding bid to The National Lottery Heritage Fund was submitted on the 16th August. This is a further step on the transformational journey of a heritage-led
#AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge raises £1,750 for local charity Maundy Relief
#AmazingAccrington’s Soapbox Challenge on Saturday, 26th August raised a fantastic £1,750 for Maundy Relief. The popular event, which welcomed over 18,000 visitors into Accrington town centre this year, proudly donates entry fees from
Accrington Stanley Women return to the Wham Stadium for their next home game
Accrington Stanley Women FC played a historic match in front of a record crowd at the Wham Stadium, against international side Isle of Man National Women's Team earlier this year. For their next home
Taskers sponsor Accrington Stanley Community Trust to help their great work to continue
Taskers is a leading furniture and interior design business based in Accrington, that’s been part of the community for over 127 years – supplying to the whole of the UK. In order to further
#AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge wows crowds again with great turn out
This year, the #AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge was listed as one of the top 30 free bank holiday activities – nationally! The crowds of over 18,000 thronged in the streets in Accrington on Saturday 26th
#AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge listed as one of top 30 FREE Bank Holiday attractions nationally!
In the build-up to the Bank Holiday weekend, the #AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge has been listed as one of the top 30 free bank holiday activities - nationally! The event returns on Saturday 26th August
Oak Fest 2023, the eagerly awaited new music festival for Hyndburn took centre stage this past weekend, captivating an impressive audience of over 4850 attendee
OAK FEST, held at Oak Hill Park - Accrington, transformed into a dynamic celebration of music, culture, community, and unity, providing an unforgettable experience for all who attended. Despite a rainy start, the air
BBC Radio Lancashire and NLTG launch Mario Kart themed entry for #AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge
BBC Radio Lancashire have unveiled their exciting new kart for the 2023 #AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge, which has been produced by Apprentices at Accrington-based training provider, North Lancs Training Group (NLTG). Apprentices from NLTG's Furniture
Excitement builds for 2023 #AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge
The #AmazingAccrington Soapbox Challenge returns on Saturday 26th August from 10am-4pm with a spectacular line-up of events having been announced for the day. Over 15,000 people flocked to Accrington for the event in 2022