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Discover Darwen Introducing Discover Darwen! (Formerly Darwen Town Centre.) 1. Phil RIley - Executive member for BwDBC regeneration. John Sturgess - Chairman

We’re evolving to showcase the very best of our whole town, from community events to local businesses, while still proudly championing our town centre. PURPOSE

1.1 That key stakeholders and business representatives, with an interest to support the development and growth of Darwen town centre work in partnership with Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council to improve business engagement and deliver a Business Plan for Darwen Town Centre.

2. TERMS OF REFERENCE

2.1 To strengthen relationships with businesses and develop a business focussed plan to support the future development and sustainability of Darwen Town Centre as a retail and leisure centre.
2.2 To work to improve the customer experience for residents and visitors to Darwen Town Centre.
2.3 To work with the Council to help deliver the growth agenda in Darwen Town Centre and lead on consultation with businesses
2.4 To assist the Council and other agencies and local businesses in attracting private sector investment.

🎃 What's on in Darwen during October 🎃There's plenty to enjoy this month in Darwen, including free events for the whole ...
04/10/2026

🎃 What's on in Darwen during October 🎃

There's plenty to enjoy this month in Darwen, including free events for the whole family! 🥳

🎨 5th & 6th October: "It'll Be Reyt" contemporary art exhibition at MetoaTee
💐 22nd & 28th October: Flower pumpkin workshop at St Peter's Church
👻 30th October: Spooktacular Halloween Hunt at Bold Venture Park
🦆 30th October: Glow in the Duck at Sunnyhurst Wood

Head to our online event calendar for even more events and info! Link in the comments 😄

Congratulations to Lauren and the lovely team at Sweet Vintage for their 1 year anniversary yesterday! 🥳🥳Sweet Vintage i...
02/10/2026

Congratulations to Lauren and the lovely team at Sweet Vintage for their 1 year anniversary yesterday! 🥳🥳

Sweet Vintage is a cosy haven in Darwen Market Square where you can always be sure of a warm welcome and a delicious treat 🍰 We'd be lost without them 🥹

We'd also like to thank the team for supporting our summer window art trail and being the designated pick-up and drop-off points for trail sheets and certificates! 💚

Here's to many more years to come 🥂

Did you know 🤔...? Today is ! ☕😍 We're blessed with many independent cafes and coffee shops in Darwen, and some excelle...
01/10/2026

Did you know 🤔...? Today is ! ☕😍

We're blessed with many independent cafes and coffee shops in Darwen, and some excellent baristas who work hard to fuel our town with caffeine 😉

Do you recognise any of these coffee makers? 👀

Please tag your favourite Darwen coffee shops in the comments! 💚

30/09/2026

Thank you to .painted.by.rhianna for giving the window at Fourteen Market Street an autumnal refresh! 🎃🍁🍄 Who else finds watching the crisp white pen seriously satisfying?! 🤩

There’s lots to look forward to this autumn in Darwen, check out the event calendar via the link in the comments 😊

It's nearly the end of the month 😲 Which means it's time to post your prize draw entry forms! 📢📮 An entry form from Se...
29/09/2026

It's nearly the end of the month 😲 Which means it's time to post your prize draw entry forms! 📢📮

An entry form from September will be picked at random tomorrow, with the lucky recipient winning £50 in vouchers to spent at any participating retailer 🤑

So if you have any entry forms around the house, be sure to fill them out and post them before the market shuts at 5pm tomorrow 😊

Good luck! 🍀

Autumn vibes are popping up all over Darwen, including at the lovely Lounge 55 😍 Check out their delicious autumn specia...
28/09/2026

Autumn vibes are popping up all over Darwen, including at the lovely Lounge 55 😍 Check out their delicious autumn specials...

🍁Salted Maple Shaken Espresso
🍁Cinder Toffee Affogato
🍁Cafe Miel Picante
🍁Pumpkin Spice Drinking Chocolate
🍁Bonfire Toffee Tea
🍁Toffee Nut Hojicha Latte
🍁Maple Spice Sticky Chai
🍁Salted Maple Espresso Martini

What will you be trying first? 👀☕

Have you had your say yet? 🤔🐦🌲
28/09/2026

Have you had your say yet? 🤔🐦🌲

Get creative this autumn while supporting a great local cause! 🙌🎃💐Darwen Food Share is hosting a Flower Pumpkin Workshop...
25/09/2026

Get creative this autumn while supporting a great local cause! 🙌🎃💐

Darwen Food Share is hosting a Flower Pumpkin Workshop, where you’ll create your very own beautiful pumpkin flower arrangement to take home 😍

The workshop will be run by professional florist Sam Cook, who’ll guide you through creating your arrangement and sharing her expert tips along the way 🌼

And, of course, no workshop would be complete without something sweet! 😉 You’ll be treated to freshly baked homemade cakes from a local baker, alongside unlimited hot drinks 🍰☕

🗓 22nd & 28th October
💒 St Peter’s Church, Darwen
⏰ 6:30pm–8:30pm
💷 £40 per person

All profits will go directly to Darwen Food Share, who provide FREE hot meals and support to local people 💚

Every ticket sold will help Darwen Food Share feed FIVE people for free! 👏

Message Darwen Food Share to book today 📩

Please tag your friends in the comments 🥰

RaceLeathers Motorcycle Clothing is now a retailer! 👏🎉🏍This proudly independent motorcycle clothing and helmet special...
25/09/2026

RaceLeathers Motorcycle Clothing is now a retailer! 👏🎉🏍

This proudly independent motorcycle clothing and helmet specialist has been based in Darwen for over 20 years, stocking leading brands and offering friendly advice 😊

You'll find a wide selection of helmets, jackets, gloves, boots, protective gear and more for all ages and budgets ⛑🥾 Keith and the team are on hand to provide an expert fitting service too!

RaceLeathers attracts visitors from all over the North West with their excellent range of products and great service 👍 There's plenty of free parking round the back, simply drive through the entrance to the left of the shop door 🚗

📍136 Bolton Road, BB3 1BZ
⏰ Open 10am till 5pm Mon - Sat, closed on Sunday

How does Shop Darwen work? 🤔

Next time you spend £5 or more at RaceLeathers, you'll be eligible for a Shop Darwen entry form 🎟

Simply fill in your details and post it in the Darwen Market postbox to be in with a chance of winning the prize draw - each month a lucky winner gets £50 in vouchers to spend at any participating retailer! 🎫🤑

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