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Stay up to date with all our latest news, helpful guides, and important updates, and discover what’s happening across our leisure, health, sport, and cultural services.
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Read moreTemporary pool closure at Padiham Leisure Centre
St Peter’s Health Suite will be closing on the 12th February 2026 for approximately four weeks while we…
: Temporary pool closure at Padiham Leisure Centre
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Read more2026 Culture Burnley Awards Winners
A total of 40 organisations, events, projects and individuals have been shortlisted for nine categories featuring in the…
: 2026 Culture Burnley Awards Winners
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Read moreLeisure Hub
How to use our user friendly booking system called Leisure Hub. See how to get set up and…
: Leisure Hub
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Read moreA History of Burnley Mechanics
Designed by Architect James Green of Todmorden, Burnley Mechanics opened its doors in 1855 as a shining example…
: A History of Burnley Mechanics
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Read moreTop theatre shows near you this season
Discover the exciting new season at Burnley Mechanics Theatre!
: Top theatre shows near you this season
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Read moreFood Waste Action Week
It’s Food Waste Action Week (March 9th –15th) – the UK’s biggest annual food waste reduction campaign.
: Food Waste Action Week
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Read moreNew Women’s Walking Football Sessions Launching This February
We’re excited to launch women’s-only walking football sessions at St Peter’s Leisure Centre, starting Tuesday 24th February.
: New Women’s Walking Football Sessions Launching This February
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Read more40 organisations, events, projects and individuals hoping for success at Culture Burnley Awards 2026
A total of 40 organisations, events, projects and individuals have been shortlisted for nine categories featuring in the…
: 40 organisations, events, projects and individuals hoping for success at Culture Burnley Awards 2026
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Read moreSt Peter’s Leisure Centre Health Suite update
St Peter’s Health Suite will be closing on the 12th February 2026 for approximately four weeks while we…
: St Peter’s Leisure Centre Health Suite update
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Read moreJoin sustainable travel rewards challenge – sign-up to earn a free tea or coffee
Lancashire County Council have partnered with BetterPoints to use their app to run a free rewards challenge for…
: Join sustainable travel rewards challenge – sign-up to earn a free tea or coffee
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Read moreAccess Packs now available at Burnley Mechanics Theatre
At Burnley Mechanics Theatre we now have access packs available to support audiences who may need a bit…
: Access Packs now available at Burnley Mechanics Theatre
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Read moreBLC Named Local Authority/Leisure Trust Gym of the Year at National Fitness Awards
Burnley Leisure and Culture (BLC) has been named a winner at a prestigious fitness industry awards ceremony.
: BLC Named Local Authority/Leisure Trust Gym of the Year at National Fitness Awards





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