Burnley Council

12/06/2026

To finish the week, we’ve been reflecting on the lovely words shared by our amazing Burnley volunteers during Volunteers’ Week 💛

Their kindness doesn’t stop after one week, volunteering strengthens our community all year round.

Want to make a difference too but unsure where to start? You can contact BPR CVS directly or visit their website here to see volunteering opportunities: https://bprcvs.co.uk/volunteering-for-wellbeing--community-hub.html

12/06/2026

💚 Your next Health Café session at The Chai Centre

Residents are invited to join Anita & Kirsty for a friendly drop‑in Health Café at The Chai Centre.

🗓 Tuesday 16 June
🕙 10am - 2pm
📍 The Chai Centre

This session includes:
* Fit & Functional MOT, a quick check of your strength and balance.
* Carbon monoxide monitoring
* Healthy lifestyle advice

For more information, call: 01282 477127

Our Health Café is a relaxed, welcoming space where you can chat, ask questions and get support to feel your best.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Burnley Together

11/06/2026

Burnley Council has been named Council of the Year at the national Local Government Chronical (LGC) Awards 2026 🎉 🎉

The council took home the top prize after being shortlisted alongside Cardiff Council, North Yorkshire Council, Northumberland CC and Sutton LBC.

The award is one of the biggest honours in local government, with the 2026 LGC Awards receiving a record number of entries. The awards recognise the work councils do to deliver services, support communities and improve places.

For Burnley, the win comes just a year after the council was highly commended in the same category.

This year, it went one better.

Councillor Afrasiab Anwar, Leader of Burnley Borough Council, said:

“This is a fantastic achievement for Burnley and a really proud moment for the whole borough.

“Being named Council of the Year is not just about the council. It is about the people, organisations, businesses and communities who work with us every day.

“We know Burnley faces challenges, but we also know how much determination, talent and pride there is here.

“This award recognises the progress being made, the strength of our partnerships and the ambition we have for Burnley.

“It is a moment to celebrate, but also a moment to keep building on. We will use this recognition to keep championing Burnley and attracting the attention and investment the borough deserves.”

"The award reflects the contribution of staff, councillors and partners, including Burnley Leisure, Burnley Together, Burnley Bondholders, Liberata and FCC, as well as community organisations, volunteers, businesses and residents.”

See more of the work recognised in Burnley’s award win and read the full press release here: https://burnley.gov.uk/burnley-council-named-council-of-the-year/

11/06/2026

🌍 Sustainability Learning Conference NW 2026 | KS2

We’re pleased to share details of the upcoming Sustainability Learning Conference, designed especially for KS2 pupils and primary school staff. Delivered by the Lancashire Sustainability Forum and hosted by Blackburn Rovers Community Trust, the event brings together hands‑on learning, creativity and environmental action.

📅 Thursday 25th June
🕘 9am – 2.30pm
📍 Blackburn Rovers Football Club

The day will include:
💚 Eco workshops and interactive challenges
💚 Marketplace exploration with local and national exhibitors, including Aqua Explorers, The Bee Centre and The Mobile Farm
💚 Competitions such as the Biodiversity Art Competition, Sustainability Rap, Up‑cycled Garment/Trashion, and the Zero Waste Packed Lunch Challenge
💚 CPD for primary staff covering curriculum and leadership development

🏆 Cash prizes are available for winning schools, and a KS2 school package (eight pupils and four staff) is available for £102, with additional places at £7 each.

Find out more: www.school-sustainability.org
📧 [email protected]

10/06/2026

Join us in celebrating Fun in the Sun this Sunday ☀️

📆 Sunday 14th June
⏰ 12pm-4pm
📍 Scott Park, Burnley

Organised by Friends of Scott Park, you can come and enjoy live music, children’s activities, fair rides, circus skills, refreshments, charity stalls and plenty more. A perfect day out for families, neighbours and friends across Burnley.

For more information, contact: [email protected]

10/06/2026

Burnley Councillor Lubna Khan, Executive Member for Development and Growth, and Burnley Council's Senior Economic Development Officer, recently presented a cheque to Burnley Together. Following a recent Business Survey that was conducted across the town the donation for £300 was made by PS Research who co-ordinated the survey as well as Burnley Council.

Businesses in Burnley were encouraged to complete the survey and by way of saying thank you both PS Research and the local council chose to make this donation to Burnley Together which is based in Down Town. The charity is a community hub which makes a difference for local families.

Nicola Larnach from Down Town, said,
“We appreciate your generous donation. Your support enables us to continue delivering group activities and service drop-ins, providing a welcoming space where community members can access advice, information, support, and connect with others. Thank you for helping us make a positive difference.”

09/06/2026

💚 Our next Health Café session is coming up in Burnley Wood

If you’re looking for friendly support to stay active, healthy and connected, join Ali & Michaela at Burnley Wood Community Centre for our next drop‑in Health Café.

🗓 Friday 12 June
🕐 1pm - 3:30pm
📍 Burnley Wood Community Centre

This session includes:
* Fit & Functional MOT, a quick check of your strength and balance.
* Carbon monoxide monitoring
* Healthy lifestyle advice

For more information, call: 01282 477127

Our Health Café is a relaxed, welcoming space where you can chat, ask questions and get support to feel your best.

We look forward to seeing you there.

Burnley Together

09/06/2026

🌍 Sustainability Learning Conference NW 2026 | KS3

We’re pleased to share details of this year’s Sustainability Learning Conference, delivered by the Lancashire Sustainability Forum and hosted by Blackburn Rovers Community Trust, with support from St Christopher's CE High School.

The conference is designed for eco teams, secondary school students and staff who are passionate about environmental learning and climate action.

The day will include:
💚 Student workshops and presentations
💚 Marketplace activities with local and national exhibitors
💚 Opportunities for schools to showcase their own projects
💚 Competitions including the Production Line Global Geography Challenge, Trashion Catwalk, Biodiversity Art, STEM activities and a conservation programme with Blackpool Zoo
💚 CPD for staff covering leadership and whole‑school sustainability

📆 Thursday 25th June
⏰ 9am - 2:30pm
📍Blackburn Rovers Football Club

Student group pricing and staff ticket options are available.
🔗 Find out more: www.school-sustainability.org
📧 Contact: [email protected]

09/06/2026

We’re proud to support TOWN to TOWNELEY, a brilliant open‑call exhibition celebrating the creative talent connected to Burnley.

Artists aged 16 and over who live, work, study or have a strong connection to the borough are invited to submit their artwork before 5 July.

Selected pieces will be showcased across Towneley Hall and Gallery OneTwoThree, bringing together Burnley’s historic heritage and its vibrant contemporary arts scene.

As we look ahead to Burnley Year of Culture 2027, this is a fantastic opportunity to highlight the creativity that shapes our community.

Find full details and submission information via the link in the original post or visit:
https://creativespacesburnley.co.uk/whats-on

Now open!

TOWN to TOWNELEY is a new open call exhibition celebrating artists with a connection to Burnley and the wider borough.

Artists aged 16 and over who were born, live, work, study, volunteer or have a strong connection to Burnley are invited to take part and submit artwork.

Submissions open until 5 July.

Presented in partnership between Creative Spaces Burnley and Towneley Hall Museum & Art Gallery selected artworks will be exhibited across both sites creating a shared exhibition that connects the historic setting of Towneley Hall with Burnley’s contemporary town centre Gallery OneTwoThree.

The exhibition aims to showcase the creative talent connected to the town - from emerging artists and young practitioners to established artists working across a wide range of disciplines.

In the lead up to Burnley Year of Culture in 2027, we will celebrate the creativity of the borough, strengthening connections between artists, audiences and creative organisations across Burnley.

TOWN to TOWNELEY
Burnley Art Open 2026
18 July to 27 September

Link in bio for more information and submission details.
Or visit: https://creativespacesburnley.co.uk/whats-on


co.uk

08/06/2026

If you’re looking to get out and about this weekend, a community‑led session of ‘Line Dancin’ in the Park’ with Rodeo Duo is taking place at Towneley Park 🎉

📆 Saturday 13th June
🕚 11am–2pm
🎟️ Free to attend
👨‍👩‍👧 Family friendly
🤠 All ages and abilities welcome

Everyone is invited to come along, enjoy the music and have a go. You’re welcome to bring your own picnics, chairs or blankets, and please remember to stay hydrated.