Author: Fylde Council

St Annes Set to Welcome a Record Number of Kite Flyers in 2023

Posted on August 25, 2023 by in News
The team at SmileFactor10, in partnership with Fylde Council, have officially announced their biggest-ever kite festival in St Annes. The popular seaside town will play host to over 200 kite fliers from the UK and across the globe. This year, the festival falls on the second weekend in September: Friday, 8 September, 1.00pm to 10.00pm Saturday, 9 September,…

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Wave Hello to Cleaner Beaches this Summer

Posted on August 22, 2023 by in News
Ribble Rivers Trust, in collaboration with Fylde council, has launched a people focussed campaign to combat litter and inspire Lancashire residents to “wave hello to cleaner beaches” this summer. The campaign aims to raise awareness about the detrimental impact of litter, encompassing issues such as food waste, packaging, dog waste, and plastic pollution on our precious…

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Your Future Awaits with the launch of Fylde’s New Apprenticeship Project

Posted on August 18, 2023 by in News
Fylde Council are embarking on a new project with AFC Fylde Community Foundation which will increase apprenticeships across the borough, made possible following approval of Fylde Council’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF) allocation. AFC Fylde Community Foundation have extensive experience in providing positive employment outcomes for people between the ages of 16 and 65 and has…

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Fylde Active Community Awards shortlist announced

Posted on August 17, 2023 by in News
The votes are in and the wait is finally over! Fylde Council's Sports Development Team has announced the finalists of this year's Fylde Active Community Awards. Recognising the people, clubs and organisations that go above and beyond in sports and activity in the community, the 2023 awards received over 100 nominations from across the borough. Now local businesses…

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Last Chance to get Involved with Fylde’s Community, Voluntary Faith, and Social Enterprise (CVFSE) Study

Posted on August 14, 2023 by in News, Uncategorised
A Community, Voluntary, Faith and Social Enterprise Feasibility (CVFSE) and Baseline Study, fully funded by Fylde’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund allocation is well underway! Selnet Ltd were commissioned at the start of summer to help us fully understand the roles and contributions that the CVFSE sectors play within the Borough. A questionnaire has been produced to…

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Kirkham YMCA Closure

Posted on August 10, 2023 by in News, Uncategorised
Councillor Karen Buckley, Leader of Fylde Council said: “We regret the YMCA's decision to close and are disappointed that this will remove the provision of public swimming in and around Kirkham. We also appreciate how difficult it must have been to make this decision by the YMCA who own and operate the facility. Nevertheless, the…

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Fylde Council Invites Community Participation in Shaping the St Annes Events Space Project

Posted on July 25, 2023 by in News
The St Annes Events Space project, part of the St Annes Masterplan, aims to create a dedicated events space in the heart of St Annes Square. This initiative is designed to expand the town's event offerings, driving greater economic activity and ultimately leading to more footfall, drawing in both residents and visitors. As the project gains…

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New Tariff Changes Bring Greater Flexibility to Fylde Car Parks

Posted on July 20, 2023 by in News
In an effort to enhance the parking experience and offer increased convenience for residents and visitors, Fylde Council have introduced a transferable parking ticket, effective from 24th July. These changes will provide residents and visitors the freedom to explore multiple locations within the Fylde area without incurring additional costs. Under the current system, parking tickets are…

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Fylde Council Allocates Funding for Public Realm Improvement Schemes

Posted on July 06, 2023 by in News
Funding approval has been granted for three public realm improvement project schemes throughout the borough. These projects, made possible through Section 106 contributions, aim to enhance the local communities and provide improved amenities for residents and visitors. Section 106 contributions play a vital role in UK development. These agreements enable local planning authorities to collaborate with…

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Fylde Council to Construct Two New Changing Place Facilities for Enhanced Accessibility

Posted on July 05, 2023 by in News
A significant number of individuals, including those with profound and multiple learning disabilities, face limitations in accessing standard accessible toilets due to their specific mobility challenges. These individuals often require specialised equipment or assistance from one or two carers to utilise the facilities or undergo necessary continence pad changes. Standard accessible toilets, commonly known as disabled toilets,…

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