Designed by architect Sydney Stott, it was formally opened on December 14 1901 at a cost of £120,000 (more than £12m today). The Mill was the first spinning mill erected in Blackburn for nearly ...

The hall’s website explains some of its history: “Dating back to 1325, Samlesbury Hall was originally built under the instruction of Gilbert de Southworth as his family seat. A simple structure with a ...

Explore its historic streets, relax in local parks, or enjoy a local event – there’s something for everyone to enjoy ...

A historic corner building in Blackburn town centre has been earmarked for new flats on its upper floors. The three-bedroomed apartments would be created on the vacant first and second storeys of ...

A spokesperson for Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service (GMFRS) said: “Yesterday afternoon (Monday 23 June) at around 4:30pm, ...

A hotel in Darwen has re-launched under the original estate name. The Whitehall Hotel & Distillery, a destination with more ...

After descending back through Queen’s Park, athletes will then return to the crowds and historic buildings of central Bolton before hitting the finish line in front of Bolton Town Hall. With ...

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In honour of national crime month, I took a behind the scenes tour to discover the intriguing dark chapters of Bolton’s ...

The Centennial Building, established in 1956 in agreement between the State Historical Society of Iowa and the University of Iowa, has long served as a hub for historical preservation and research.

Statewide law cracks down on demolition of historic buildings in response to St. Augustine push A Victorian home demolished in St. Augustine last summer is now helping shape statewide change. ST.