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Guide to St Annes Carnival 2026

Guide to St Annes Carnival 2026

If you want to step away from the festivities, for a cool drink, a quick bite or a full blown meal or take away before you head home please see seperate blog  Eating and Drinking in St Annes On Sea  (apologies it does need an update I just haven't had chance to do it...

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Whats On in Lytham St Annes 2026

Whats On in Lytham St Annes 2026

Plan your visit or plan your local life around these events. NB Outline schedule Apologies I need to turn these into calendar entries, but just struggling for time! So bear with, Here's an outine. Still to be added the monthy Craft & Gift Fairs, St Annes FREE...

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How to ‘survive’ Lytham Festival

How to ‘survive’ Lytham Festival

Ok survival may be a bit extreme, as you know Lytham Festival is like no other. No need for baby wipes, dry shampoo or using eco toilets & if I can do 5 nights, anyone can. Discover how to experience the best of Lytham Festival

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Eating and Drinking in St Annes On Sea

Eating and Drinking in St Annes On Sea

WHERE TO EAT AND DRINK IN ST ANNES ON SEA Originally written for the St Annes Music Festival, so the journey begins in Ashton Gardens (and may need a little update)  In addition to the stalls in the park, there’s the beautiful Ashton Gardens Pavilion Café offering...

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Eating & Drinking in Lytham

Eating & Drinking in Lytham

Where to eat and drink in Lytham (for any taste or budget within 5 minutes of Lytham Green. From Craft Ales to a Champagne Bar or a Fine Wine. Streetfood to High End Dining, Fish and Chips, traditional pub grub, World Cuisine, Pies, Sandwiches,Pizza, Kebabs...

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Curtains Up on a New Chapter

Curtains Up on a New Chapter

So excited to share that I attended the official celebration of the brand-new Chapman Studio! (Although its been in action for almost a year) Located within the Windmill Performance & Education Centre and in addition to the main Pavilion Theatre at Lowther...

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Show Love for Local

Show Love for Local

Shopping Local - you know it makes sense! The phrase "a nation of shopkeepers", commonly attributed to Napoleon as a reference to the United Kingdom. But there were not so many in the last few years, more 'Multi National Company Owners', not 'little guys' around as...

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Festive Front Doors

Festive Front Doors

Door wreaths have been adorning homes for centuries, adding a touch of festive cheer and welcoming touch. The origins can be traced back to ancient civilizations, but their popularity has recently surged in our attempt to decorate every inch of our homes and gardens...

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Pigs MIGHT Fly

Pigs MIGHT Fly

SmileFactor10 Presents::The International Kite Festival - St Anne’s on Sea With the support of St Anne’s Town Council, our beautiful Fylde Coast comes alive with colour and activity again this weekend and the now legendary International Kite Festival. This year’s...

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