What’s on in Fylde

Blackpool’s annual Illuminations display is to be extended by two months for a second consecutive year.

VisitBlackpool announced today that the Illuminations season will start on Friday 3 September and run until Monday 3 January, 2022.

The two-month extension is intended to give the resort’s hard-hit tourism industry an added boost with the COVID-19 pandemic expected to cause further disruption over the first few months of the year.
It was also revealed today that the winter extension will be complemented by a significantly enhanced, resort-wide Christmas offer.

Cllr Gillian Campbell, Cabinet Member for Tourism & Culture for Blackpool Council, said: “Although last year’s extension was disrupted by tier restrictions and a second lockdown, all of the evidence showed that there was a huge appetite for the public to visit the Illuminations in a safe and enjoyable way.

“We know from the all of the positive feedback that we received that, amid so much gloom, the Illuminations provided a much-needed tonic to so many people.

“We are making this decision early so that our businesses can start to plan for the extended season. At the same time, we are planning a comprehensive package of themed shows, events and attractions to give visitors plenty of reasons to come to Blackpool over the festive season.”

More details about the Christmas offer will be revealed in the coming weeks. It has already been announced that Friends Festive Live will be coming to the Winter Gardens for two weeks in November and that Strictly judge Shirley Ballas will star in the Cinderella panto at the Opera House in December.

Plans for the annual Illuminations Switch-On ceremony on Friday 3 September will also be unveiled over the coming months. Last year, the event was presented as a virtual show in association with MTV with seven of the UK’s Corona Heroes pulling the famous switch.

For more information on Blackpool Illuminations, including 2021 Switch-On times

Click HERE for more information

Blackpool’s annual Illuminations display is to be extended by two months for a second consecutive year.

VisitBlackpool announced today that the Illuminations season will start on Friday 3 September and run until Monday 3 January, 2022.

The two-month extension is intended to give the resort’s hard-hit tourism industry an added boost with the COVID-19 pandemic expected to cause further disruption over the first few months of the year.
It was also revealed today that the winter extension will be complemented by a significantly enhanced, resort-wide Christmas offer.

Cllr Gillian Campbell, Cabinet Member for Tourism & Culture for Blackpool Council, said: “Although last year’s extension was disrupted by tier restrictions and a second lockdown, all of the evidence showed that there was a huge appetite for the public to visit the Illuminations in a safe and enjoyable way.

“We know from the all of the positive feedback that we received that, amid so much gloom, the Illuminations provided a much-needed tonic to so many people.

“We are making this decision early so that our businesses can start to plan for the extended season. At the same time, we are planning a comprehensive package of themed shows, events and attractions to give visitors plenty of reasons to come to Blackpool over the festive season.”

More details about the Christmas offer will be revealed in the coming weeks. It has already been announced that Friends Festive Live will be coming to the Winter Gardens for two weeks in November and that Strictly judge Shirley Ballas will star in the Cinderella panto at the Opera House in December.

Plans for the annual Illuminations Switch-On ceremony on Friday 3 September will also be unveiled over the coming months. Last year, the event was presented as a virtual show in association with MTV with seven of the UK’s Corona Heroes pulling the famous switch.

For more information on Blackpool Illuminations, including 2021 Switch-On times

Click HERE for more information

He’s finally back! This October, Derren Brown, the popular multi-award winning master of mind control and illusion, will bring SHOWMAN, his first new live show for six years to the Opera House Blackpool from Friday 01 – Saturday 02 October 2021.

Not suitable for under 12’s

Derren’s live shows have won him two prestigious Olivier Awards – for Something Wicked This Way Comes (2006) and Svengali (2012) and he has received more Olivier nominations and wins than any other one-man show in theatre history. He has played to sold-out houses across the country every year since 2003 to over 1.6M people. Previous shows, Infamous, (2013, 2014), Miracle (2015, 2016) and Underground (2017, 2018) have also enjoyed critically acclaimed seasons in London’s West End. In 2017 he made an award-winning US stage debut at the Atlantic Theater in New York with Derren Brown: Secret, which subsequently enjoyed a sell-out run at Broadway’s Cort Theatre.

DERREN BROWN: SHOWMAN is presented by Michael Vine, Andrew O’Connor, Derren Brown and Paul Sandler for Vaudeville Productions Ltd. It is directed by Andrew O’Connor & Andy Nyman and written by Andy Nyman, Andrew O’Connor & Derren Brown. General Manager is John Dalston and marketing is by Helen Snell Ltd.

Free Admission 11m – 4pm. All are welcome, wheelchair and dog friendly. For information please contact marissa@memorylanefairs.com.

Free Admission 11m – 4pm. All are welcome, wheelchair and dog friendly. For information please contact marissa@memorylanefairs.com.

Free Admission 11m – 4pm. All are welcome, wheelchair and dog friendly. For information please contact marissa@memorylanefairs.com.

Monthly farmers market with locally and regionally produced food and drink on sale. 1st Thursday of every month.

Lancashire artisan traders will be at the new monthly market in the market square in Kirkham from 9am-3pm. There will be some fabulous local, Lancashire businesses with fantastic produce on sale.

Go back to the 80’s at a Fylde Mayoral fundraising event taking place in Kirkham on October 9th. Featuring Liam Halewood as Boy George, plus bar and meat and potato pie.

Tickets available from 01253 658505 or info@bookbeanandicecream.co.uk

For 2021, the event will take place with revised dates and a new launch-pad over the beach in front of The Blackpool Tower.

Saturday 11 September: Russia
Saturday 25 September: Ireland
Saturday 9 October: Germany
Saturday 23 October: Celebratory display and winners announcement from Titanium Fireworks.

All displays subject to suitable weather conditions.

The event starts from 7.30pm, with the first fireworks firing from approximately 8:30pm*.

Please note that due to the popularity of the World Fireworks Championship Blackpool, there may be traffic delays arriving and leaving the event. Take extra time to arrive and would suggest if travelling by car to park in the southern car parks and use the tramway to travel to the event. Alternative public transport via the rail systems and buses are also recommended.

We look forward to seeing you at the World Fireworks Championship Blackpool 2021 for what promises to be another night of spectacular pyrotechnical displays.

Join the Fylde Rangers and Cllr Tommy Threlfall on a walk along the new coastal path in aid of BBC’s Children in Need.

12 Oct – 21 Nov – “The ‘Mexico’ Disaster” Lytham Heritage Group exhibition to commemorate the 135th Anniversary of the worst ever Lifeboat disaster that occurred locally on 9 December 1886.

Lytham Heritage  Group was established in 1987 to preserve and promote the history and heritage of the Ancient Parish of Lytham, which includes Lytham, Saltcotes, Ansdell, Fairhaven, Heyhouses, Kilgrimol and St Annes.

The Group with its large and active membership, regularly presents exhibitions and speakers.

The Heritage Centre currently comprises two exhibition rooms and a reception area on the ground floor, and an office/archive on the first floor.

They have a fantastic varied range of exhibitions at the Lytham Heritage Centre, based at 2 Henry Street, Lytham and hope to see you in 2021.

Open daily 10am to 4pm, closed Mondays.

Discover the great and the good of Fylde’s countryside and parishes on one of our tranquil guided walks. Whether you live down the road or coming from afar, you’ll be sure to be amazed at Fylde’s natural beauty and diversity. These really are hidden gems.

Join us on another historical walk, this time around the former parish of Lund in the East of Fylde. Starting in the picturesque village of Newton, this circular walk entails the Lund Way Bridleway, as well as some of the hidden heritage features of this historical parish. Please note there is some roadside walking involved. For abled walkers. Please wear appropriate footwear.

Meet at Newton Hall park car park, School Lane, Newton, PR4 3RT. BOOKING ESSENTIAL! To book on this free event, or for more information, call 01253 658684 or email rangers@fylde.gov.uk.

Duration: Approx 2 hours

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Gloucester City at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

Many years before the Beatles stepped onto the world’s most famous zebra crossing, Glenn Miller made his last known recording at London’s Abbey Road Studios on Monday 27^th November 1944, just a few short weeks before he “disappeared” on December 15^th of that same year.

And so it was especially poignant to be able to bring the NRO into those same studios to record a new CD for almost 75 years later.

The lights soften, the mood settles. An audience waits for that first moment of sound. The Big Band is poised, relaxed, but with eyes anxious for the lead. And then, as if giving body to an echo, the murmured notes of ‘Moonlight Serenade’… and the night, it seems, is suddenly full and timeless.

There are those who watch and listen who tap a shy finger to the melodies, others who follow with a silent foot-beat, still others who murmur softly through the lyrics, and those who simply permit a fleeting smile. But common to all are memories.

Recapture the sounds of a bygone era as the Nick Ross Orchestra presents ‘an unmissable evening of music and song’ – the Classic Big Band Sound of the 1940s & 50s, at the Lowther Pavilion, Lytham on Sunday 17^th October 2021 @ 7.30pm.

Discover the great and the good of Fylde’s countryside and parishes on one of our tranquil guided walks. Whether you live down the road or coming from afar, you’ll be amazed at Fylde’s natural beauty and diversity. These really are hidden gems.

This walk entails both a rural and urban mix of central Fylde, as we leave the vibrant town of Wesham and head into the surrounding countryside, including the nearby Wesham Marsh, one of the besting birding sites in the area! Please note, there is some roadside walking involved. Some styles involved but flat terrain. For abled walkers. Please bring your own refreshments and wear appropriate footwear.

Meet at the Wesham community centre car park, Church Road, Wesham, Preston, PR4 3DT. BOOKING ESSENTIAL! To book on this free event, or for more information, call 01253 658469 or email rangers@fylde.gov.uk.

Duration: Approx 2 hours

The award winning Fylde Coast Players are delighted to bring our audiences The Hollow by Agatha Christie.

Showing from Wednesday 20th – Saturday 23rd October @ 7:30pm.

A traditional farmers market where you can find locally and regionally produced food and drink. 3rd Thursday of every month.

For 2021, the event will take place with revised dates and a new launch-pad over the beach in front of The Blackpool Tower.

Saturday 11 September: Russia
Saturday 25 September: Ireland
Saturday 9 October: Germany
Saturday 23 October: Celebratory display and winners announcement from Titanium Fireworks.

All displays subject to suitable weather conditions.

The event starts from 7.30pm, with the first fireworks firing from approximately 8:30pm*.

Please note that due to the popularity of the World Fireworks Championship Blackpool, there may be traffic delays arriving and leaving the event. Take extra time to arrive and would suggest if travelling by car to park in the southern car parks and use the tramway to travel to the event. Alternative public transport via the rail systems and buses are also recommended.

We look forward to seeing you at the World Fireworks Championship Blackpool 2021 for what promises to be another night of spectacular pyrotechnical displays.

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Spennymoor Town at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 7:45 pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

Join us this October half-term on our ‘Halloween Scavenger Hunt’ . Follow spooky wildlife clues to navigate around the sand dunes and beach, learning about weird and wonderful wildlife.

Who knows what spooky creature you might find?!

Please wear appropriate footwear and clothing for walking along sand dunes in October!

Meeting point
Please meet us in the dunes on the right hand side of North Promenade Car Park (if you are facing seawards) – Look for our flag and gazebo!
Thursday 28 October 2021 – 12:00pm – 2:00pm

Halloween at Hangar 42

Hangar 42 Ghost Hunt
HALLOWEEN EVENT
Non Celeb Event
Max 30 guestsDate – 29th Oct 2021
Times – 9pm til 2am
Price – £39pp

Small Craft/Gift Fair both days (cost £15 for 2 days) Tables will be set up ready and no additional rails or tables allowed.Children Free Entry
Bring along your carved pumpkin Saturday 30th (please register)
Children’s Fancy Dress Sunday 31st. (please register)
Raffle & Tombola
Find the Spooky pictures just for fun (open to all children)
All enquiries and registration Email:
solarisparkcommunity@gmail.com

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Gateshead at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

Blackpool’s annual Illuminations display is to be extended by two months for a second consecutive year.

VisitBlackpool announced today that the Illuminations season will start on Friday 3 September and run until Monday 3 January, 2022.

The two-month extension is intended to give the resort’s hard-hit tourism industry an added boost with the COVID-19 pandemic expected to cause further disruption over the first few months of the year.
It was also revealed today that the winter extension will be complemented by a significantly enhanced, resort-wide Christmas offer.

Cllr Gillian Campbell, Cabinet Member for Tourism & Culture for Blackpool Council, said: “Although last year’s extension was disrupted by tier restrictions and a second lockdown, all of the evidence showed that there was a huge appetite for the public to visit the Illuminations in a safe and enjoyable way.

“We know from the all of the positive feedback that we received that, amid so much gloom, the Illuminations provided a much-needed tonic to so many people.

“We are making this decision early so that our businesses can start to plan for the extended season. At the same time, we are planning a comprehensive package of themed shows, events and attractions to give visitors plenty of reasons to come to Blackpool over the festive season.”

More details about the Christmas offer will be revealed in the coming weeks. It has already been announced that Friends Festive Live will be coming to the Winter Gardens for two weeks in November and that Strictly judge Shirley Ballas will star in the Cinderella panto at the Opera House in December.

Plans for the annual Illuminations Switch-On ceremony on Friday 3 September will also be unveiled over the coming months. Last year, the event was presented as a virtual show in association with MTV with seven of the UK’s Corona Heroes pulling the famous switch.

For more information on Blackpool Illuminations, including 2021 Switch-On times

Click HERE for more information

12 Oct – 21 Nov – “The ‘Mexico’ Disaster” Lytham Heritage Group exhibition to commemorate the 135th Anniversary of the worst ever Lifeboat disaster that occurred locally on 9 December 1886.

Lytham Heritage  Group was established in 1987 to preserve and promote the history and heritage of the Ancient Parish of Lytham, which includes Lytham, Saltcotes, Ansdell, Fairhaven, Heyhouses, Kilgrimol and St Annes.

The Group with its large and active membership, regularly presents exhibitions and speakers.

The Heritage Centre currently comprises two exhibition rooms and a reception area on the ground floor, and an office/archive on the first floor.

They have a fantastic varied range of exhibitions at the Lytham Heritage Centre, based at 2 Henry Street, Lytham and hope to see you in 2021.

Open daily 10am to 4pm, closed Mondays.

TV favourite Ed Byrne is finally back on the road with his biggest tour to date!

Join one of the UK’s finest observational comics as he takes a long hard look at himself and tries to decide if he has ANY traits that are worth passing on to his children.

A TV household name, Ed has been seen on pretty much every TV programme in the UK including Mock The Week, Top Gear, Have I Got News For You, The Graham Norton Show, Live At The Apollo (Host), The One Show, The World’s Most Dangerous Roads, Dara & Ed’s Big Adventure, Dara and Ed’s Road to Mandalay and most recently QI and The Pilgrimage.

Monthly farmers market with locally and regionally produced food and drink on sale. 1st Thursday of every month.

Comedy Central UK has announced that following the success of last year’s winter event,  FriendsFestive will be returning to The Truman Brewery in Brick Lane, Shoreditch next year, and will also bringing some Friends Christmas magic to brand new location, Blackpool Winter Gardens! The event, produced in partnership with The Luna Cinema, celebrates all the best seasonal moments from the world’s favourite TV show.

FriendsFestive will include all the best festive experiences from last year, including giving fans the chance to recreate the titles in the snow with a digital snow globe photo op, and, of course, no holiday season would be complete without a visit to The Holiday Armadillo’s Grotto. Could this BE any more exciting?!

More experiences include ringing Phoebe’s bell outside the mall and re-enacting the iconic Thanksgiving floating heads scene. Fans can also channel their inner Monica and Ross as they grab a picture at the New Year’s Rockin’ Eve Disco.

FriendsFestive will also give visitors the chance to check out Monica’s apartment, Joey and Chandlers’ and Central Perk, all dressed for the holiday season.

And get your Thanksgiving pants at the ready as there will be themed food stalls and Christmas cocktails as well as brand new and exclusive FriendsFestive merchandise.

Guests will also be able to kick back and relax while watching some of the best seasonal moments from the greatest TV show of all time.

FriendsFestive will park up its sleigh in Blackpool Winter Gardens from 5^th – 19^th Nov 2021, before bringing the snowy celebration to Truman Brewery in East London from 25^th Nov – 19^th Dec 2021.

Fans will also be given the chance to pre-order some brand-new 2021 merch when they buy their ticket, to make sure they bag their favourite FriendsFestive goodies before they sell out!

Michael Williams, Managing Director of the Winter Gardens said: “We are delighted to be bringing a taste of one of the best-loved TV series of all time to Blackpool next year.

“FriendsFestive promises to be the perfect start to the Christmas season and we can’t wait for it to open in the home of entertainment.”

Last year, tickets sold out quickly, so fans are urged to book fast to avoid disappointment.

Free Admission 11m – 4pm. All are welcome, wheelchair and dog friendly. For information please contact marissa@memorylanefairs.com.

Free Admission 11m – 4pm. All are welcome, wheelchair and dog friendly. For information please contact marissa@memorylanefairs.com.

Free Admission 11m – 4pm. All are welcome, wheelchair and dog friendly. For information please contact marissa@memorylanefairs.com.

The Bobby Ball Foundation was launched last month to support the organizations Bobby was so passionate about across the Fylde coast.

And a weekend of spectacular events in memory of the comedy legend is to be held at Blackpool’s historic Winter Gardens to raise money for the Foundation.

Major stars of stage and screen will entertain with “Rock On – The Variety Show” in the splendid Opera House on Friday November 12, while a second night will see a spectacular “Bobby Ball” take place in the stunning Empress Ballroom on Saturday November 13.

MORE DETAILS SOON…

The Bobby Ball Foundation was launched last month to support the organisations Bobby was so passionate about across the Fylde coast.

And a weekend of spectacular events in memory of the comedy legend is to be held at Blackpool’s historic Winter Gardens to raise money for the Foundation.

Major stars of stage and screen will entertain with “Rock On – The Variety Show” in the splendid Opera House on Friday November 12, while a second night will see a spectacular “Bobby Ball” take place in the stunning Empress Ballroom on Saturday November 13.

Money raised from both events will be given to Lytham’s Lowther Pavilion and Blue Skies Hospitals Fund – two organisations Bobby was an active patron and supporter of, as well as supporting the cost of a Bobby Ball statue to be erected in Lytham’s Lowther Gardens.

Bobby sadly died in October at the age of 76 after contracting Coronavirus. His widow Yvonne said her beloved Bobby would be honoured to know a charitable Foundation had been set up in his name.

Yvonne said: “Bob lived to entertain so I cannot tell you just how much these two massive events at Blackpool Winter Gardens would mean to him. He was so passionate about entertainment but he was also dedicated to helping charities close to home, so I know he would be absolutely thrilled the Foundation is going to help the causes he cared so much about.

“The reaction to the launch of The Bobby Ball Foundation and the events we are planning has been fantastic so we wanted to get tickets on sale as soon as possible. Plans are in place to announce some brilliant names for both events and we can’t wait to reveal them very soon.”

NOW SOLD OUT – WAITING LIST IN OPERATION – CLICK HERE

Lancashire artisan traders will be at the new monthly market in the market square in Kirkham from 9am-3pm. There will be some fabulous local, Lancashire businesses with fantastic produce on sale.

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Brackley Town at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

A traditional farmers market where you can find locally and regionally produced food and drink. 3rd Thursday of every month.

TIM MINCHIN, award-winning comedian, actor and composer, has confirmed new UK dates of his BACK tour this autumn heading to the Opera House Blackpool on Saturday 20 November 2021.

BACK is billed as “Old Songs, New Songs, F*** You Songs”, with a set list of material from all corners of Minchin’s eclectic – and often iconoclastic – repertoire. First performed in the UK in 2019, BACK was Tim’s first UK tour in 8 years and the 80,000 tickets sold out over a year in advance. The long-awaited return to the stage received rave reviews and saw Tim pick up a prestigious Helpmann Award for Best Australian Contemporary Concert.

Minchin has been celebrated globally for writing the music and lyrics for Matilda the Musical, which has gone on to become one of the most acclaimed musicals of the last 20 years, winning a record 7 Olivier Awards, 13 Helpmann Awards and 5 Tony Awards. He also wrote music and lyrics for the musical adaption of Groundhog Day, which after an acclaimed limited run at The Old Vic in London in 2016, debuted on Broadway in April 2017 and won the Olivier Award for Best Musical in 2017.

Since his return to stage Tim starred in the ABC comedy series Squinters and appeared as Friar Tuck in the Hollywood release of Robin Hood. He also starred in UPRIGHT, the award winning eight-part drama series which he co-wrote with The Chaser’s Chris Taylor, actor-writers Leon Ford and Kate Mulvaney, and co-produced with Lingo Pictures for Foxtel and Sky UK.

In November 2020, Tim released his first studio solo album Apart Together. Described as “crisply observed and tenderly considered” in The Independent, the album reached #3 in the ARIA charts. On the eve of the release Tim and his band streamed a live performance of the full album to a worldwide audience and critical acclaim.

Photo credit – Damian Bennett

2019 UK PRESS REVIEWS FOR BACK:

“Even when you think you know what’s coming, Minchin retains a remarkable knack for staying ahead, with verbal shimmies and tonal feints” ***** The i paper

“A triumphant comeback, a three-hour spectacular” The Guardian

“Spectacular […] A rare example of a long-awaited return that has been worth the long-await” **** The Times

“More music gig than stand-up set. Except that rock lyrics are never, ever this funny” **** Evening Standard “Roof raising return” **** The Sunday Telegraph

Mischief’s biggest and most daring comedy catastrophe to date, Magic Goes Wrong follows a hapless gang of magicians as they stage an evening of grand illusion to raise cash for charity. As the magic turns to mayhem, accidents spiral out of control and so does their fundraising target! The show premiered in the West End at the Vaudeville Theatre in December 2019 and is set to resume performances in London this October.

Created with magic legends Penn & Teller, the touring cast presents: Daniel Anthony (Mickey), Valerie Cutko (Eugenia), Sam Hill (Sophisticato), Kiefer Moriarty (The Blade), David Nellist (Mind Mangler), Jocelyn Prah (Spitzmaus), Chloe Tannenbaum (Bar), with understudies Ishbel Cummings, Rory Fairbairn, CJ Field and Jay Olpin.

Mischief’s other West End successes include The Play That Goes Wrong, Peter Pan Goes Wrong, The Comedy About A Bank Robbery, Groan Ups and Mischief Movie Night. Their hugely successful six-part TV Series, The Goes Wrong Show, aired in the UK on BBC ONE and on Amazon Prime Video in the US, Canada and Australia. The show received a 2020 TV Choice Award nomination for Best Comedy and has recently been nominated in the Comedy category at the 2021 National Television Awards. Series two is currently in production.

Magic Goes Wrong is written by Penn Jillette, Henry Lewis, Jonathan Sayer, Henry Shields and Teller and directed by Adam Meggido, with set design by Will Bowen, magic consultant Ben Hart, costume designer Roberto Surace, lighting designer David Howe, sound designer Paul Groothius, video and projection designer Duncan McLean, composer Steve Brown, movement director Ali James, associate director Hannah Sharkey. The touring production is produced by Kenny Wax Ltd, Stage Presence Ltd and Kevin McCollum.

Woofers comedy club is back! Featuring some of the best comedic talents in live comedy right on your doorstep here on the Fylde coast. Hosted by our very own regular MC Phil Walker, you are pretty much guaranteed a great night of side-splitting fun!

Headlining November we have a class act that I’ve admired for many years, Mr Markus Birdman.
Markus is one of British comedy’s most experienced and well-travelled performers. In demand all over the UK and abroad, Markus is a veteran of the Edinburgh Fringe with 11 solo shows to his credit and headliner status at all the top clubs, including The Comedy Store, The Komedia, Hot Water, The Stand and Soho Theatre. He’s performed at the Melbourne, Adelaide, and Perth Comedy Festivals and was nominated by the New Zealand Comedy Guild for Best International Guest. His international gig list includes Pakistan, Singapore, China, UAE, Austria, Spain, Norway, Sweden, Finland and India to name a few. Which has been nice, considering no-one’s now going anywhere.

He had his own Netflix Stand Up Special, ‘Live in Amsterdam’ & was also co-writer on Jayde Adams’s Amazon Prime Stand Up Special, ‘Serious Black Jumper’
“A consummate comic…. energetic, engaging, thought-provoking and funny.” – The Stage.

Joining Markus is one of the UK’s finest comics, also a headline comic the ace Eddy Brimson. Since turning to comedy in 1999, Eddy has well and truly established himself on the live circuit and is regarded by some as one of the leading headline comics in British comedy and the world. His career has even taken him from Dundee to Dubai!

He’s appeared on television in many different guises from Hari Krishna in both Smith & Jones and Heartburn Hotel, to hard-nosed Villain in Eastenders, where he turned over Frank Butchers car lot! Other appearances include Absolutely Fabulous, The Thin Blue Line and Hale & Pace, The Bill, Silent Witness, Casualty, Between The Lines and the HBO movie The Infiltrator where he played a leading gang member.
Eddy is also a regular radio contributor to shows on BBC Radio 5 and Talksport and also a prolific writer. In short, this is one gifted and hilarious performer.
“Quite simply brilliant” – Sky TV.

Making a welcome return to Woofers after a 3 year absence from comedy is the wonderful Panella Mellor. Following in the footsteps of Sarah Millican, Jack Whitehall and Jimmy Carr, Penella Mellor is not a good grown up but she is a multi award winning comedian who is taking over the comedy world with her delightfully dark material! Original, dark, effortless,
Mary Poppins meets Kill Bill.

‘A dark-edged set full of disdain for her daughter. Yet it never seems nasty, more a wry confessional about her own lack of maternal instinct. Such unflinching approach to the ‘bad mum’ persona is admirable, and she delivers with an appealing coolness… top comic in waiting’ – Chortle.

Admission still ONLY £10.50 (£12.50 on the door) so book early to avoid disappointment AND save yourselves some money!

30 Nov – 05 Dec – “Christmas Fayre Week” buy original gifts by local artists and crafts people.

Lytham Heritage  Group was established in 1987 to preserve and promote the history and heritage of the Ancient Parish of Lytham, which includes Lytham, Saltcotes, Ansdell, Fairhaven, Heyhouses, Kilgrimol and St Annes.

The Group with its large and active membership, regularly presents exhibitions and speakers.

The Heritage Centre currently comprises two exhibition rooms and a reception area on the ground floor, and an office/archive on the first floor.

They have a fantastic varied range of exhibitions at the Lytham Heritage Centre, based at 2 Henry Street, Lytham and hope to see you in 2021.

Open daily 10am to 4pm, closed Mondays.

Blackpool’s annual Illuminations display is to be extended by two months for a second consecutive year.

VisitBlackpool announced today that the Illuminations season will start on Friday 3 September and run until Monday 3 January, 2022.

The two-month extension is intended to give the resort’s hard-hit tourism industry an added boost with the COVID-19 pandemic expected to cause further disruption over the first few months of the year.
It was also revealed today that the winter extension will be complemented by a significantly enhanced, resort-wide Christmas offer.

Cllr Gillian Campbell, Cabinet Member for Tourism & Culture for Blackpool Council, said: “Although last year’s extension was disrupted by tier restrictions and a second lockdown, all of the evidence showed that there was a huge appetite for the public to visit the Illuminations in a safe and enjoyable way.

“We know from the all of the positive feedback that we received that, amid so much gloom, the Illuminations provided a much-needed tonic to so many people.

“We are making this decision early so that our businesses can start to plan for the extended season. At the same time, we are planning a comprehensive package of themed shows, events and attractions to give visitors plenty of reasons to come to Blackpool over the festive season.”

More details about the Christmas offer will be revealed in the coming weeks. It has already been announced that Friends Festive Live will be coming to the Winter Gardens for two weeks in November and that Strictly judge Shirley Ballas will star in the Cinderella panto at the Opera House in December.

Plans for the annual Illuminations Switch-On ceremony on Friday 3 September will also be unveiled over the coming months. Last year, the event was presented as a virtual show in association with MTV with seven of the UK’s Corona Heroes pulling the famous switch.

For more information on Blackpool Illuminations, including 2021 Switch-On times

Click HERE for more information

30 Nov – 05 Dec – “Christmas Fayre Week” buy original gifts by local artists and crafts people.

Lytham Heritage  Group was established in 1987 to preserve and promote the history and heritage of the Ancient Parish of Lytham, which includes Lytham, Saltcotes, Ansdell, Fairhaven, Heyhouses, Kilgrimol and St Annes.

The Group with its large and active membership, regularly presents exhibitions and speakers.

The Heritage Centre currently comprises two exhibition rooms and a reception area on the ground floor, and an office/archive on the first floor.

They have a fantastic varied range of exhibitions at the Lytham Heritage Centre, based at 2 Henry Street, Lytham and hope to see you in 2021.

Open daily 10am to 4pm, closed Mondays.

Monthly farmers market with locally and regionally produced food and drink on sale. 1st Thursday of every month.

Free Admission 11m – 4pm. All are welcome, wheelchair and dog friendly. For information please contact marissa@memorylanefairs.com.

Free Admission 11m – 4pm. All are welcome, wheelchair and dog friendly. For information please contact marissa@memorylanefairs.com.

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Blyth Spartans at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

Free Admission 11m – 4pm. All are welcome, wheelchair and dog friendly. For information please contact marissa@memorylanefairs.com.

When the beautiful Princess awakes on her 16th Birthday she has the whole world at her feet; her loving father the King, her best friend Muddles, a handsome Prince she’s madly in love with and a life full of adventure ahead of her… but the wicked and jealous Carabosse has other ideas and curses her to sleep for 100 years!

Can the Kingdom be saved? Will true love win the day? And can the Princess be woken in time for an epic Birthday celebration?? To find out join us deep in the tangled forest for this fantastical tale full of fairies, dragons, bravery and enchantment.

  Featuring all of the best-loved panto shenanigans with an abundance of laughter, dance and music along with dazzling scenery and costumes, spectacular special effects and plenty of audience interaction, this is the perfect Christmas treat for all the family to enjoy!

Schools Shows – 1 Free ticket with every 10 purchased

Group Bookings – £13.00 Per person for parties over 10

Lancashire artisan traders will be at the new monthly market in the market square in Kirkham from 9am-3pm. There will be some fabulous local, Lancashire businesses with fantastic produce on sale.

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Chorley at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

Blackpool’s annual Illuminations display is to be extended by two months for a second consecutive year.

VisitBlackpool announced today that the Illuminations season will start on Friday 3 September and run until Monday 3 January, 2022.

The two-month extension is intended to give the resort’s hard-hit tourism industry an added boost with the COVID-19 pandemic expected to cause further disruption over the first few months of the year.
It was also revealed today that the winter extension will be complemented by a significantly enhanced, resort-wide Christmas offer.

Cllr Gillian Campbell, Cabinet Member for Tourism & Culture for Blackpool Council, said: “Although last year’s extension was disrupted by tier restrictions and a second lockdown, all of the evidence showed that there was a huge appetite for the public to visit the Illuminations in a safe and enjoyable way.

“We know from the all of the positive feedback that we received that, amid so much gloom, the Illuminations provided a much-needed tonic to so many people.

“We are making this decision early so that our businesses can start to plan for the extended season. At the same time, we are planning a comprehensive package of themed shows, events and attractions to give visitors plenty of reasons to come to Blackpool over the festive season.”

More details about the Christmas offer will be revealed in the coming weeks. It has already been announced that Friends Festive Live will be coming to the Winter Gardens for two weeks in November and that Strictly judge Shirley Ballas will star in the Cinderella panto at the Opera House in December.

Plans for the annual Illuminations Switch-On ceremony on Friday 3 September will also be unveiled over the coming months. Last year, the event was presented as a virtual show in association with MTV with seven of the UK’s Corona Heroes pulling the famous switch.

For more information on Blackpool Illuminations, including 2021 Switch-On times

Click HERE for more information

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors York City at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Guiseley at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Curzon Ashton at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

Fylde Council are proud to present Shifting Sands, an art trail of contemporary travel posters by acclaimed artist Nicky Thompson set within the historic grounds of Lytham Hall Shifting Sands presents 12 new contemporary artworks in the style of railway posters that depict iconic landmarks on the Fylde coast. An accompanying exhibition of mid-century railway posters from the Lytham St Annes Art Collection will be displayed in Lytham Hall.

The story of railways in Britain has been reflected in the development of the railway poster. The art form illustrates the major changes that have occurred in British society over the years and captures the spirit and character of British life throughout the twentieth century. Railway posters are social documents and material evidence of British culture; they illustrate the changing styles in art, holiday-making, architecture, and fashion over the years, as well as the development of the urban and rural landscapes of Britain.

Shifting Sands is a fascinating exploration of railway posters as an art form, the history they document, and the development of the railways and tourism since the 17th century. Nicky Thompson’s contemporary railway posters depict well known and beloved landmarks that bring tourists and travelers to the Fylde coast in droves to this day. Shifting Sands is in collaboration with Community Rail Lancashire.

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors AFC Telford United at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Darlington FC at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 7:45pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

Fylde Council are proud to present Shifting Sands, an art trail of contemporary travel posters by acclaimed artist Nicky Thompson set within the historic grounds of Lytham Hall Shifting Sands presents 12 new contemporary artworks in the style of railway posters that depict iconic landmarks on the Fylde coast. An accompanying exhibition of mid-century railway posters from the Lytham St Annes Art Collection will be displayed in Lytham Hall.

The story of railways in Britain has been reflected in the development of the railway poster. The art form illustrates the major changes that have occurred in British society over the years and captures the spirit and character of British life throughout the twentieth century. Railway posters are social documents and material evidence of British culture; they illustrate the changing styles in art, holiday-making, architecture, and fashion over the years, as well as the development of the urban and rural landscapes of Britain.

Shifting Sands is a fascinating exploration of railway posters as an art form, the history they document, and the development of the railways and tourism since the 17th century. Nicky Thompson’s contemporary railway posters depict well known and beloved landmarks that bring tourists and travelers to the Fylde coast in droves to this day. Shifting Sands is in collaboration with Community Rail Lancashire.

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Bradford Park Ave at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Alfreton Town at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

Fylde Council are proud to present Shifting Sands, an art trail of contemporary travel posters by acclaimed artist Nicky Thompson set within the historic grounds of Lytham Hall Shifting Sands presents 12 new contemporary artworks in the style of railway posters that depict iconic landmarks on the Fylde coast. An accompanying exhibition of mid-century railway posters from the Lytham St Annes Art Collection will be displayed in Lytham Hall.

The story of railways in Britain has been reflected in the development of the railway poster. The art form illustrates the major changes that have occurred in British society over the years and captures the spirit and character of British life throughout the twentieth century. Railway posters are social documents and material evidence of British culture; they illustrate the changing styles in art, holiday-making, architecture, and fashion over the years, as well as the development of the urban and rural landscapes of Britain.

Shifting Sands is a fascinating exploration of railway posters as an art form, the history they document, and the development of the railways and tourism since the 17th century. Nicky Thompson’s contemporary railway posters depict well known and beloved landmarks that bring tourists and travelers to the Fylde coast in droves to this day. Shifting Sands is in collaboration with Community Rail Lancashire.

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Farsley Celtic at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Farsley Celtic at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Chester at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Kettering Town at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

Fylde Council are proud to present Shifting Sands, an art trail of contemporary travel posters by acclaimed artist Nicky Thompson set within the historic grounds of Lytham Hall Shifting Sands presents 12 new contemporary artworks in the style of railway posters that depict iconic landmarks on the Fylde coast. An accompanying exhibition of mid-century railway posters from the Lytham St Annes Art Collection will be displayed in Lytham Hall.

The story of railways in Britain has been reflected in the development of the railway poster. The art form illustrates the major changes that have occurred in British society over the years and captures the spirit and character of British life throughout the twentieth century. Railway posters are social documents and material evidence of British culture; they illustrate the changing styles in art, holiday-making, architecture, and fashion over the years, as well as the development of the urban and rural landscapes of Britain.

Shifting Sands is a fascinating exploration of railway posters as an art form, the history they document, and the development of the railways and tourism since the 17th century. Nicky Thompson’s contemporary railway posters depict well known and beloved landmarks that bring tourists and travelers to the Fylde coast in droves to this day. Shifting Sands is in collaboration with Community Rail Lancashire.

AFC Fylde, the football team of the Fylde coast, take on visitors Leamington at Mill Farm in Wesham. Kick off is at 3pm. AFC Fylde play in the National League North.

Hospitality and sponsorship packages available

A brand new production of The Cher Show will open next year, with book by Tony and Olivier Award-winning Rick Elice (Jersey Boys, The Addams Family, Peter and the Starcatcher), direction by Arlene Phillips (Saturday Night Fever, Starlight Express, Grease), choreography by Oti Mabuse (two-time Strictly Come Dancing champion) and costume design by Gabriella Slade (Six, In The Heights, Spice World 2019 Tour). The tour will head to the Opera House Blackpool from Tuesday 31 May 2022 – Saturday 04 June 2022.

Fylde Council are proud to present Shifting Sands, an art trail of contemporary travel posters by acclaimed artist Nicky Thompson set within the historic grounds of Lytham Hall Shifting Sands presents 12 new contemporary artworks in the style of railway posters that depict iconic landmarks on the Fylde coast. An accompanying exhibition of mid-century railway posters from the Lytham St Annes Art Collection will be displayed in Lytham Hall.

The story of railways in Britain has been reflected in the development of the railway poster. The art form illustrates the major changes that have occurred in British society over the years and captures the spirit and character of British life throughout the twentieth century. Railway posters are social documents and material evidence of British culture; they illustrate the changing styles in art, holiday-making, architecture, and fashion over the years, as well as the development of the urban and rural landscapes of Britain.

Shifting Sands is a fascinating exploration of railway posters as an art form, the history they document, and the development of the railways and tourism since the 17th century. Nicky Thompson’s contemporary railway posters depict well known and beloved landmarks that bring tourists and travelers to the Fylde coast in droves to this day. Shifting Sands is in collaboration with Community Rail Lancashire.

A brand new production of The Cher Show will open next year, with book by Tony and Olivier Award-winning Rick Elice (Jersey Boys, The Addams Family, Peter and the Starcatcher), direction by Arlene Phillips (Saturday Night Fever, Starlight Express, Grease), choreography by Oti Mabuse (two-time Strictly Come Dancing champion) and costume design by Gabriella Slade (Six, In The Heights, Spice World 2019 Tour). The tour will head to the Opera House Blackpool from Tuesday 31 May 2022 – Saturday 04 June 2022.

The first Amateur Championship was held at Hoylake in 1885 where 44 players from 12 clubs contested a series of match play rounds. Nowadays this is one of the biggest and most prestigious amateur events in the world, with 288 players competing in a mixed stroke play and match play format over 6 days.

Lionel Richie, Lewis Capaldi, Duran Duran, Snow Patrol, Diana Ross, Tears for Fears and the Strokes will headline Lytham Festival 2022.

Lytham Festival will take place in the Main Proms Arena on Lytham Green from Tuesday 28 June to Sunday 10 July.

Motown legend Diana Ross will kick off the 2022 festival on Tuesday 28th June. The American singer and actress rose to fame as the lead singer of The Supremes, who became Motown’s most successful act during the 1960s and one of the world’s best-selling girl groups of all time. A hugely successful solo career followed and has seen Ross win countless major awards including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, a Golden Globe, a Tony and several American Music Awards.

Wednesday 29 June will see rapidly rising international star Lewis Capaldi headline the Main Proms Arena. It’s been a meteoric rise for the Scottish singer-songwriter. This year alone has seen his number one single Someone You Loved nominated at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards for Song of the Year and it then won the 2020 Brit Award of the same title. Earlier this year his single Hold Me While You Wait was nominated for an Ivor Novello Award and Capaldi also won the 2020 Brit Award for Best New Artist.

Indie rockers Snow Patrol are the Thursday night headliners. With a 25-year career they have racked up an impressive number of accolades including more than 17 million global album sales and an Ivor Novello award. Their 2006 monster hit single Chasing Cars went on to become UK radio’s most played song of the 21^st Century.

Friday 1 July will see a headlining set from British music icons Duran Duran. Since first storming onto the pop scene in 1981 Duran Duran have sold more than 100 million records, had 18 American hit singles, 21 UK Top 20 tunes and have continued to perform to huge concert audiences around the world. Consistently fusing art, technology, fashion and a signature sense of style with their unique and infectious brand of music, singer Simon Le Bon, keyboardist Nick Rhodes, bassist John Taylor and drummer Roger Taylor have proven themselves timeless.

International superstar Lionel Richie headline on Saturday 2nd July as he will perform hits from his extensive and much-loved repertoire spanning decades, all the way from the Commodores to the present day. His music is part of the fabric of pop music and Richie has sold more than 125 million albums worldwide and is an Oscar, Golden Globe, and four-time Grammy Awards winner.

One of the most influential bands of the 21^st century, The Strokes Lytham Festival performance on Friday July 8 will be an exclusive North of England show. From the moment they released their critically acclaimed debut album Is This It in 2001 The Strokes were destined for huge international success and have gone on to earn a string of awards including a Grammy earlier this year for their most recent album The New Abnormal. And to make this one huge rock night to remember, The Strokes will be supported by Irish post punk band Fontaines DC.

The following night, Saturday July 9, will see timeless favourites Tears For Fears headline. The Brit Award winners have garnered international success and toured throughout the world delighting audiences with their iconic hits including Mad World, Shout, Everybody Wants To Rule The World and Head Over Heels. Critically acclaimed hitmaking singer-songwriter Alison Moyet is special guest, while Australian pop star Natalie Imbruglia will open the show.

For more information go to www.lythamfestival.com

LYTHAM FESTIVAL – Part One 28 June – 02 July 2022

Tues 28th June – Diana Ross 

Weds 29th June – Lewis Capaldi 

Thurs 30th June – Snow Patrol

Fri 1st July – Duran Duran

Sat 2nd July – Lionel Richie

LYTHAM FESTIVAL – Part Two 

Fri 8th July – The Strokes / Fontaines D.C.

Sat 9th July – Tears for Fears / Alison Moyet / Natalie Imbruglia

 More to be announced!

(Alison Moyet image – credit Steve Gullick)

Motown legend Diana Ross will kick off the 2022 Lytham Festival on Tuesday 28th June. The American singer and actress rose to fame as the lead singer of The Supremes, who became Motown’s most successful act during the 1960s and one of the world’s best-selling girl groups of all time. A hugely successful solo career followed and has seen Ross win countless major awards including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, a Golden Globe, a Tony and several American Music Awards.

Support to be announced

Wednesday June 29 will see rapidly rising international star Lewis Capaldi headline the Main Proms Arena at the Lytham Festival. It’s been a meteoric rise for the Scottish singer-songwriter. This year alone has seen his number one single Someone You Loved nominated at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards for Song of the Year and it then won the 2020 Brit Award of the same title. Earlier this year his single Hold Me While You Wait was nominated for an Ivor Novello Award and Capaldi also won the 2020 Brit Award for Best New Artist.

Support to be confirmed

Indie rockers Snow Patrol are the Thursday 30th June night headliners at the Lytham Festival. With a 25-year career they have racked up an impressive number of accolades including more than 17 million global album sales and an Ivor Novello award. Their 2006 monster hit single Chasing Cars went on to become UK radio’s most played song of the 21^st Century.

Support to be confirmed

Fylde Council are proud to present Shifting Sands, an art trail of contemporary travel posters by acclaimed artist Nicky Thompson set within the historic grounds of Lytham Hall Shifting Sands presents 12 new contemporary artworks in the style of railway posters that depict iconic landmarks on the Fylde coast. An accompanying exhibition of mid-century railway posters from the Lytham St Annes Art Collection will be displayed in Lytham Hall.

The story of railways in Britain has been reflected in the development of the railway poster. The art form illustrates the major changes that have occurred in British society over the years and captures the spirit and character of British life throughout the twentieth century. Railway posters are social documents and material evidence of British culture; they illustrate the changing styles in art, holiday-making, architecture, and fashion over the years, as well as the development of the urban and rural landscapes of Britain.

Shifting Sands is a fascinating exploration of railway posters as an art form, the history they document, and the development of the railways and tourism since the 17th century. Nicky Thompson’s contemporary railway posters depict well known and beloved landmarks that bring tourists and travelers to the Fylde coast in droves to this day. Shifting Sands is in collaboration with Community Rail Lancashire.

Lionel Richie, Lewis Capaldi, Duran Duran, Snow Patrol, Diana Ross, Tears for Fears and the Strokes will headline Lytham Festival 2022.

Lytham Festival will take place in the Main Proms Arena on Lytham Green from Tuesday 28 June to Sunday 10 July.

Motown legend Diana Ross will kick off the 2022 festival on Tuesday 28th June. The American singer and actress rose to fame as the lead singer of The Supremes, who became Motown’s most successful act during the 1960s and one of the world’s best-selling girl groups of all time. A hugely successful solo career followed and has seen Ross win countless major awards including a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award, a Golden Globe, a Tony and several American Music Awards.

Wednesday 29 June will see rapidly rising international star Lewis Capaldi headline the Main Proms Arena. It’s been a meteoric rise for the Scottish singer-songwriter. This year alone has seen his number one single Someone You Loved nominated at the 62nd Annual Grammy Awards for Song of the Year and it then won the 2020 Brit Award of the same title. Earlier this year his single Hold Me While You Wait was nominated for an Ivor Novello Award and Capaldi also won the 2020 Brit Award for Best New Artist.