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My Life with Jimmy Cricket: Book Launch & In Conversation with his wife, will see May Mulgrew share personal memories and stories from Jimmy’s life and remarkable career at Blackpool's Showtown museum, following his death in August 2026.

Showtown to celebrate the life of much-loved comedian Jimmy Cricket

Comedian Dom Joly brought his Trigger Happy TV Live 25th Anniversary tour to Lowther Pavilion in Lytham

Dom Joly's Trigger Happy TV's 25th Anniversary tour was a riot

To mark the 25th anniversary of his hit TV show, Dom Joly is bringing Trigger Happy TV – Live! 25th-anniversary tour to Lowther Pavillion in Lytham on Tuesday, October 6

Comedian Dom Joly heading to Fylde coast with Trigger Happy TV tour

Full cast announced for Olivier Award-winning show at Blackpool Grand Theatre

Full cast announced for Olivier Award-winning show at Blackpool Grand

Social media viral comedian Paul Smith issues tour update ahead of Blackpool shows

Social media viral comic issues tour update ahead of Blackpool shows

Peter Kay announces special one-off Blackpool show with all profits going to charity

Peter Kay announces special one-off Blackpool Opera House show

The coffin of Jimmy Cricket is carried by pallbearers to a hearse after the funeral of comedian Jimmy Cricket, real name James Mulgrew, at Salford Cathedral. The 80-year-old died following a short illness on August 3. Picture date: Friday August 21, 2026.

Comedian Jimmy Cricket hailed as a hero at funeral by son

Steve Royle has paid tribute to Jimmy Cricket who passed away on August 3

Steve Royle's heartfelt tribute to Jimmy Cricket that has 'hit hard'

Peter Kay will perform four extra charity shows in Cardiff, Hull, Brighton and Blackpool

Ad Feature TICKETS ALERT: Peter Kay adds extra shows and he’s heading this way

Just for Laughs has finished its Montréal edition for 2026

Ad Feature Just for Laughs closes one of its biggest festivals to date

The Charlie Cairoli statue, pictured left at Blackpool’s Stanley Park, is being moved to a prominent town centre spot again.

Charlie Cairoli statue to be moved to promiment town centre spot

Blackpool Grand Theatre has announced the return of pantomime favourite Ben Harlow

Panto favourite to star in Jack and the Beanstalk at Blackpool Grand

The government has committed £20 million to explore the development of a new indoor arena in Blackpool

Breaking Government commits £20m to explore new 'world-class' Blackpool Arena

Families are being encouraged to secure tickets early for Blackpool Grand Theatre’s 2026 pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, with seats available from £18.

Families urged to secure tickets for Blackpool Grand Theatre pantomime

Iconic venue's fresh chapter under new ownership with ladies night

Visitors to Blackpool's iconic Funny Girls should prepare themselves for a Hot Girl Summer.

Visitors to Blackpool's famous Funny Girls promised Hot Girl Summer
"It's sequins, sass and surprises from start to finish."
Simon Drury

Harry Enfield is returning to the stage

Legendary comedian to bring brand new special live show to Blackpool

Joel Sanders the Angry Boater

Comic's Fylde coast gig - what you need to know including tickets

Shows coming to Winter Gardens Blackpool this April

11 shows coming to Winter Gardens this April including Fawlty Towers

Comedian Josh Jones is bringing his tour to Lancashire. Photo: JOSH FAITHI

Comedian Josh Jones on his Lancashire show next week

Blackpool’s iconic cabaret venue Funny Girls rolled out the red carpet for hoteliers and local businesses at a glittering VIP evening

15 photos as Funny Girls hosts VIP night at Blooming Queens launch

Henning Wehn will bring his observations about the weather to the festival

'German Comedy Ambassador' Henning Wehn coming to Blackpool

The comedian is bringing his new show ‘I Haven’t Won The Lottery So Here’s Another Tour Show’’ to Chorley Theatre on Nov 21

Comedian Josh Jones on his upcoming show in Lancashire

The show poster for Seann Walsh's 'This is Torture'

Exclusive chat with Seann Walsh ahead of Lancashire show tonight!

The show poster for Seann Walsh's 'This is Torture'

Exclusive chat with Seann Walsh ahead of Lancashire show

Paul Smith Happy Tour Poster image.

'Outrageous' comedian announces Lancs shows on biggest tour yet

Comedian Seann Walsh brings his latest show to Chorley Theatre on Sunday, March 8

Seann Walsh on his new show coming to Lancashire
Take a look at our exclusive chat with top comedian Seann Walsh ahead of his gig in Lancashire next month
Aimee Seddon

Seann Walsh brings his latest stand-up show to Chorley Theatre on Sunday, March 8

Seann Walsh on why he's excited to come to Lancashire

All the shows coming to Blackpool in February including an evening with Harry Redknapp

All the shows coming to Blackpool in February inc some famous faces

My three best things to do in Blackpool next week inc Jason Manford's show

My three best things to do in Blackpool next week

Blackpool magician Harry Moulding won £250,000 and a spot in the Royal Variety Performance

BGT winner returns to Pleasure Beach this half term for special show

Comedy is set to take centre stage in Lancashire’s business scene as a long-running networking event is reimagined for 2026

Steve Royle and Rob Rouse to headline comedy networking event

Comedian Sue Perkins is going on tour with ‘The Eternral Shame of Sue Perkins’ next year

Everything you need to know as Sue Perkins heads to Blackpool

L-R_ Max Gill, Georgie Buckland, Emily Lane, Faye Tozer, Vivian Panka, Kiara Dario, Sophie Pourret. Photo Credit: Adam Lawrence

Steps star joins cast of Mean Girls musical coming to Lancashire

Exclusive chat with comedy legend Mick Miller ahead of his Lancashire show tomorrow

Comedy legend Mick Miller on his upcoming Fylde Coast show

Mick Miller attends the Royal Variety Performance at the Royal Albert Hall on November 19, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Chris Jackson/Getty Images)

Comedy legend Mick Miller on his upcoming Fylde Coast show

Hit comedy series Brassic is set to end after its seventh series, airing later this year.

Major win for Brassic at RTS North West Awards 2025

"He lived for children" says widow Violet.
A mesmerising meeting with Charlie Cairoli for this little girl in 1976.

13 heartwarming photos remember our beloved clown Charlie Cairoli

With 49% of Brits unable to watch spooky films without hiding, M&M'S challenges Jedward to a haunted house screening.

Scaredy cats! Brits are scared of spooky horror films

It's the perfect combination of horror, comedy and a touch of splatter for gore hounds, and it should be your quintessential view this Halloween season.

This Halloween horror is a perfect mix of gore and giggles this season

L-R: Danny Bayne, Mia Austen, John Cleese, Joanne Clifton, Paul Nicholas and Hemi Yeroham

Comedy classic Fawlty Towers coming to Blackpool in 2026

Brassic is just one of the Lancashire shows nominated for a RTS North West Award

Lancashire shows up for prestigious RTS Awards

All the shows coming to Lancashire in October including hit musicals & top comedians

All the shows coming to Lancashire in October

Mean Girls leads: Vivian Panka (Regina George) and Emily Lane (Cady Heron). Photo Matt Crockett.

Award winning Mean Girls musical is heading to Blackpool

All the shows coming to Blackpool Grand Theatre & the Winter Gardens in October

All the shows coming to Blackpool Grand & Winter Gardens in October

Comedian Jason Byrne embarks on a national tour at the end of September.

None of the North West towns make you work says comedian Jason Byrne

Comedian Jason Byrne embarks on a national tour at the end of September.

Exclusive chat with comedian Jason Byrne ahead of North West shows

Steve Royle has been a familiar face to people across the North West for more than 22 years and is a big supporter of TramShed and their inclusive work.

Comedy legend Steve Royle takes on special new role in Blackpool

Comedian Russell Kane is taking his latest show HyperActive on the road again for what is an impressive fourth leg!

Chat with Russell Kane as 1st of two Lancashire shows is this weekend

5 best things to do next week in and around Preston & Blackpool inc top stars & festivals

5 best things to do next week in and around Preston & Blackpool

(L-R): Brassic's Tom Hanson, Joanna Higson, Ryan Sampson, Danny Brocklehurst and Neil Ashton attend the NTA's 2025. (Photo by Jeff Spicer/Getty Images for the NTA's)

Brassic stars say fans will be "furious" with ending of final series

Jimmy Cricket on why he still loves performing in Blackpool.

Watch: Jimmy Cricket on why he still loves performing in Blackpool

Comedian Russell Kane is taking his latest show HyperActive on the road again for what is an impressive fourth leg!

Russell Kane on coming to Lancashire twice this Autumn

13 shows still to come in July as the summer holidays begin

13 shows still to come in July as the summer holidays begin

Open Up the Mic: Summer Comedy Bootcamp.

A new free summer comedy bootcamp for young people in Blackpool

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