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Shop sustainably this Halloween! 💚 Get costumes and decorations in your local charity shops 🤗👻🎃

Both Age UK on Market Street and the East Lancashire Hospice Shop on Bridge Street are #shopdarwen retailers - which means you can get entry to the prize draw if you spend £5 or more on seasonal bargains 🙌🕸

No need to panic-buy online this spooky season; have a browse this weekend and see what treats you can find 👀 taken in Darwen by @discoverdarwen

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🍂 Swipe for proper Lancashire comfort food inspo 🍂👉

One big perk of the weather getting colder and the days getting darker is embracing hearty local recipes 🙌 And the secret to the perfect autumnal stew, broth or hotpot is the famous broth mix from Woods Fruit & Veg at @darwenmarket! 🍲🥕🧅

This stuff is like gold dust during the autumn and winter - the team at Woods can't make it fast enough! Grab a bag this week and find out what the hype is all about 🤩

And while you're in the market, why not also pick up fresh meat, Lancashire cheese and everything else you need to make a Lancashire comfort meal from our lovely traders 💚

Let us know your favourite local comfort food in the comments 🥰 by @discoverdarwen

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Tomorrow at Darwen Library, families are welcome to take part in “Playing with Paper” from 10:30am till 1:30pm 😊✂️📌

Plus, there’s Family Storytime every Saturday at 11am! 📚 taken in Darwen by @discoverdarwen

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Have you heard the news? 👀🎄 Darwen's legendary Christmas Lights Switch On event will return to the market square on Saturday 14th November! 🙌✨🥳

There'll be heaps of festive family entertainment, beautiful stalls to browse, an exciting headline act and much, much more! 🎪🎶

Our Christmas lights celebration has grown into a big bustling day of Christmas fun that attracts thousands of visitors to Darwen town centre. It's our favourite day of the year, and we're sure 2026 will be even better 🤩

Make sure you're following Discover Darwen to be the first to get all the info 😊 by @discoverdarwen

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Congratulations to Lauren and the lovely team at @sweetvintage71 for their 1 year anniversary yesterday! 🥳🥳

Sweet Vintage is a cosy haven in Darwen Market Square where you can always be sure of a warm welcome and a delicious treat 🍰 We'd be lost without them 🥹

We'd also like to thank the team for supporting our summer window art trail and being the designated pick-up and drop-off points for trail sheets and certificates! 💚

Here's to many more years to come 🥂 by @discoverdarwen

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Did you know 🤔...? Today is #InternationalCoffeeDay! ☕😍

We're blessed with many independent cafes and coffee shops in Darwen, and some excellent baristas who work hard to fuel our town with caffeine 😉

Do you recognise any of these coffee makers? 👀

Please tag your favourite Darwen coffee shops in the comments! 💚 taken in Darwen by @discoverdarwen

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Thank you to @hand.painted.by.rhianna for giving the window at Fourteen Market Street an autumnal refresh! 🎃🍁🍄 Who else finds watching the crisp white pen seriously satisfying?! 🤩

There’s lots to look forward to this autumn in Darwen, check out the event calendar via the link in our bio 😊 taken in Darwen by @discoverdarwen

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It's nearly the end of the month 😲 Which means it's time to post your #shopdarwen prize draw entry forms! 📢📮

An entry form from September will be picked at random tomorrow, with the lucky recipient winning £50 in vouchers to spent at any participating retailer 🤑

So if you have any entry forms around the house, be sure to fill them out and post them before the market shuts at 5pm tomorrow 😊

Good luck! 🍀 by @discoverdarwen

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Autumn vibes are popping up all over Darwen, including at the lovely @l55unge 😍 Check out their delicious autumn specials...

🍁Salted Maple Shaken Espresso
🍁Cinder Toffee Affogato
🍁Cafe Miel Picante
🍁Pumpkin Spice Drinking Chocolate
🍁Bonfire Toffee Tea
🍁Toffee Nut Hojicha Latte
🍁Maple Spice Sticky Chai
🍁Salted Maple Espresso Martini

What will you be trying first? 👀☕

#shopdarwen by @discoverdarwen

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Get creative this autumn while supporting a great local cause! 🙌🎃💐

@darwenfoodshare is hosting a Flower Pumpkin Workshop, where you’ll create your very own beautiful pumpkin flower arrangement to take home 😍

The workshop will be run by professional florist Sam Cook, who’ll guide you through creating your arrangement and sharing her expert tips along the way 🌼

And, of course, no workshop would be complete without something sweet! 😉 You’ll be treated to freshly baked homemade cakes from a local baker, alongside unlimited hot drinks 🍰☕

🗓 22nd & 28th October
💒 St Peter’s Church, Darwen
⏰ 6:30pm–8:30pm
💷 £40 per person

All profits will go directly to Darwen Food Share, who provide FREE hot meals and support to local people 💚

Every ticket sold will help Darwen Food Share feed FIVE people for free! 👏

Message @darwenfoodshare to book today 📩

Please tag your friends in the comments 🥰 by @discoverdarwen

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@raceleathers is now a #shopdarwen retailer! 👏🎉🏍

This proudly independent motorcycle clothing and helmet specialist has been based in Darwen for over 20 years, stocking leading brands and offering friendly advice 😊

You'll find a wide selection of helmets, jackets, gloves, boots, protective gear and more for all ages and budgets ⛑🥾 Keith and the team are on hand to provide an expert fitting service too!

RaceLeathers attracts visitors from all over the North West with their excellent range of products and great service 👍 There's plenty of free parking round the back, simply drive through the entrance to the left of the shop door 🚗

📍136 Bolton Road, BB3 1BZ
⏰ Open 10am till 5pm Mon - Sat, closed on Sunday

How does Shop Darwen work? 🤔

Next time you spend £5 or more at RaceLeathers, you'll be eligible for a Shop Darwen entry form 🎟

Simply fill in your details and post it in the @darwenmarket postbox to be in with a chance of winning the prize draw - each month a lucky winner gets £50 in vouchers to spend at any participating retailer! 🎫🤑 by @discoverdarwen

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