Author: Fylde Council

Talented Artists needed to create special features for Kirkham Town Centre

Posted on January 14, 2022 by in News
Artists and creatives are being invited to apply to be involved in the regeneration of Kirkham’s historic town centre. Fylde Borough Council and The Paul Hogarth company are looking to commission experienced artists to undertake the development of a number of artworks. These opportunities are integral to the overall vision for revitalising the town centre’s public realm…

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‘Being Together Truly Matters’ say leaders of new Heritage-themed Health and Wellbeing programme

Posted on January 14, 2022 by in News
Organisers of a programme aimed at boosting the health and wellbeing of Kirkham residents have praised the historic town’s community spirit as a new series of heritage-themed events gets underway. History trail walks, art and cooking classes, horticultural workshops and gentle exercise sessions have been organised by the Phoenix Rising partnership. The FREE classes are all part…

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Fylde Folk Asked To Help ‘The Bride of Kirkham’ Unearth Local Love Stories

Posted on January 14, 2022 by in News
A strange figure is soon to be seen pacing up and down Kirkham’s historic high street on the hunt for love stories. The ‘Bride of Kirkham’ is a storyteller searching for local folk to share their heart-warming tales of the people and places that make Kirkham so special. Where did you fall in love? Who did you…

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Important Housing Survey Commenced by Fylde Council

Posted on January 10, 2022 by in News
Fylde Council are undertaking a Housing Survey to help provide an understanding of affordable housing need in Fylde over the next 5 years. The survey, conducted by Justin Gardner Consulting and CNB Housing Insights, provides participants with the opportunity to explain their current housing circumstances and any future housing intentions. It also provides opportunity to highlight…

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Applications Open For Grants To Transform Businesses On Kirkham’s Historic High Street

Posted on December 24, 2021 by in News
Business owners and landlords in Kirkham’s historic town centre are now being encouraged to apply for grants that could help transform their premises. Fylde Borough Council’s Shop Front Improvement Scheme was launched after Kirkham was designated a High Street Heritage Action Zone (HS HAZ) by Historic England. Supported by both HS HAZ and the Government’s Future High…

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Test and Trace Services Still Available Over Festive Period

Posted on December 23, 2021 by in News
The UK Health Security Agency has confirmed that NHS Test and Trace services will continue every day over Christmas and the New Year, providing and processing tests for those who need them and tracing contacts of positive cases. All test sites will remain open, with booking slots available on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, and New Year’s…

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