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Blackpool has today been named in the final four for the UK City of Culture 2029. Alongside Milton Keynes, Sheffield and Wrexham, the resort is now in the running for the prestigious title that will unlock significant benefits for the local communities, such as increased investment, more access to cultural activities, and job creation.

23 huge cultural reasons why Blackpool should win £10m City of Culture

Runderwear specialises in running clothing and accessories designed to help prevent chafing, rubbing and discomfort.

Runderwear review: Comfort put to the test

Ad Feature DeerRun brings social fitness to IFA 2026

Blackpool officially lodges UK City of Culture 2029 bid TODAY - what you need to know

Blackpool officially lodges bid for UK City of Culture 2029 TODAY

Councillor says closure of beloved Anchorsholme Park café a ‘shame’ as appeals for business to take over grow

'Shame' - Public demand for new business as beloved park café closes

'An opportunity for something positive' - Unique chance to run beloved Anchorsholme Park café in Blackpool

'Opportunity for positivity' - Unique chance to run beloved park café

18 brilliant local cultural assets to support Blackpool's City of Culture 2029 bid

18 amazing cultural assets to support Blackpool's City of Culture bid

Charley Hull hits on the 13th hole during the final round of the US Women’s Open

Golfer Charley Hull on her preparation for AIG Women’s Open in Lytham

From breathable clothing to supportive trainers, this quality running kit was tested on roads and trails

Review: The running kit I'd happily recommend after testing

Rebekah at her Fleetwood Market staff New Leash of Life

I run a market pet shop and I can't wait to see what the future holds

Tal's new Swiss footcare range has landed at Boots, featuring targeted treatments for dry skin, cracked heels and tired feet.

Review: The Boots footcare range that's transformed my tired feet

A colourful scene on the promenade at the Blackpool Pride Parade 2026.

18 colourful pictures from Blackpool Pride’s 20th anniversary parade

Blackpool Festival of Running Marathon 2026 finishing times

Jacob Kiplimo, world record holder and TeamGalaxy athlete trains with the Samsung Galaxy Watch8.

Nearly half of joggers' run 'doesn't count’ unless they’ve tracked it

Group founder Clive Barley with some of the early run group members

Running group marks 10th anniversary with tribute to late founder

Ian Lang had a great time running in London

'Such an honour' - Popular street cleaner takes on heroic challenge
In recognition of his efforts, Ian was invited to meet Fylde mayor Cllr Frank Andrews and deputy mayor Cllr Cheryl Little in the mayor’s parlour at the town hall in St Annes.
Tony Durkin

Blackpool Pride.

Blackpool Pride reveals 'extraordinary' twist for 2026 festival

Clapham Common was lit up on Friday night for a special run club

Ad Feature Women runners ‘light up the night’ against unsafe winter running

Burger King launches its biggest ever giveaway to banish January blues.

Burger King launches its biggest ever giveaway to banish January blues

Daren Piper is enjoying the freedom of running glasses-free

Running all the way to clear vision: The hidden challenges facing sporting enthu...

Three Lancashire bakeries are considered among some of the UK’s best.

Three beloved bakeries in Lancs named among UK's best

42 per cent have skipped a running warm-up or cool-down

New runners are falling into common traps - here's how to spot them

Valeo Foods UK is Colour Run paint station sponsor.

Everything you need to know about the Blackpool Colour Run

Neil Critchley

Ex-Blackpool boss enters the running for vacant League One job

The Nank Runner Air headphones are designed for outdoor and indoor sports

We've tested these stylish sports headphones - and wangled a discount

Alan Evans, 64, (right) pictured with his son Danny, 34, before the race.

Daughter of man who suffered cardiac arrest during run gives update

Three nurses put their lifesaving skills to the test after performing CPR on a man who suffered a cardiac arrest during Beaverbrooks 10k Fun Run in Blackpool on Sunday.

Nurses help save the life of man who collapsed during run
Three Blackpool nurses put their lifesaving skills to the test when they helped saved the life of a man who suffered a cardiac arrest during a run.
Emma Downey

Round-up of resort's charity sports runs & how you can take part

Three exciting charity runs lined up this year in Blackpool

The Walden Sports treadmill folds away to fit in small spaces when it's not being used

This electric treadmill is nearly half price - now less than £150

The Beaverbrooks Blackpool 10k Fun Run 2025 is ready to roll this month.

Road closures in place as hundreds excpected for fun run

London marathon runners have been warned ahead of the warm weather this weekend.

Warning issued to London Marathon runners as temperatures set to soar

Road closures will be in place this weekend in Blackpool as hundreds of runners and spectators are expected to attend the marathons.

Road closures in place for marathon weekend with hundreds expected

Fitness expert Laura Williams devises age-based fitness plans

Fitness expert, Laura Williams, devises age-based fitness plans

Treadmills can be used for indoor running and walking, which is great for staying fit

Cheapest home treadmill deals on Amazon right now

Openrun Shokz earphones that shoppers can save on during Black Friday sales

Black Friday Shokz earphones from £55 runners and swimmers will love

The New Balance Fresh Foam X 860v14

Experts reveal the best beginner running shoes for parkrun

I ran my first ever half marathon in the beautiful city Palma and made memories in Mallorca that will always stay with me. (Photo: Isabella Boneham)

I ran my first half marathon in Palma - and it was pretty spectacular

The DJI Neo uses AI to lock on to a person and follow them around

We test a bargain drone that flies itself and follows you around

I tested open ear headphones by brand endorsed by top marathon runner

The best running shoes

Experts reveal the best running shoe for beginners in 2024

Blackpool Run The Lights 2024 in aid of Brian House Children's Hospice.

7 pictures of the Run The Lights race as hundreds take part in the run

Mr England organisers, who had faced a crisis when only a few men entered, say they've now been inundated with entries

Youngest Mr England competitor to date is teenager from Lancashire

Stefanis Pizzeria in Blackpool and Marino’s Italian Ristorante & and Pizzeria need your votes to make it through to the final of The Italian Awards.

Two Lancs restaurants in the running to be named best Italian in UK

Drivers in and around Lancashire will have 17 National Highways road closures to watch out for (Credit: Google)

Drivers using the M55, M6, M61, A585 and M58 warned of road closures

Karen Taylor, 50, died in hospital after reportedly falling down stairs at Dalvee's Indian restaurant in Breck Road, Poulton on February 23 (Credit: Google)

Breaking I’d taken her to a pub, the incident happened just a short time later

Men's finishing times for runners at the Beaverbrooks Blackpool 10k

Women's finishing times for runners at the Beaverbrooks Blackpool 10k

30 pics of runners at a sunny Beaverbrooks Blackpool 10k & Fun Run

Mollie Elise is in the running for five awards at the UK Hair and Beauty Awards 2024.

Lancashire nurse-turned beautician nominated for five awards

Beaverbrooks Blackpool 10k

Ad Feature Everything you need to know about the Beaverbrooks Blackpool 10k

Technology aimed at keeping drivers safe on smart motorways frequently stops working, an investigation has found

'I worry about breaking down as smart motorways are death traps'

Tony said he will be donning a distinctive rubber Blackpool Tower outfit during the race.

I'm running a marathon dressed as Blackpool Tower

40th anniversary Beaverbrooks Blackpool 10k Fun Run

Ad Feature The incredible amount raised by competitors in the Blackpool 10k

Elena and Andy Barlow will run the Trinity Hospice 10k to raise funds in memory of both of their mums.

This is my special reason for running the Trinity Hospice 10k

A jury took less than two hours to unanimously find Fitzgerald not guilty.

Boxing champion Scott Fitzgerald found not guilty of rape

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