Introduction - Pennine Lancashire

Clitheroe Castle medieval weekend

Back in August 2010, visitors experienced the fantastic sights, sounds and smells of medieval life as the Castle Grounds were transformed into a 14th Century encampment.

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Clitheroe Castle wins top tourism award

The site, which re-opened last year after a two-year £3.5million refurbishment, received the award at a glittering ceremony hosted by TV personality Michaela Strachan at the Dunkenhalgh Hotel, Accrington.

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Thieveley Pike Fell Race 2010

Classic fell race which starts in Cliviger, Burnley. It is organised by Clayton le Moors Harriers.

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Mearley Clough Fell Race 2010

Cracking fell race up the majestic Pendle Hill.

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Community sports event

Here's the winning basketball team scoring another two points at the community sports event held at Pendle Vale Campus on 28th August. The event was organised, arranged and managed by Pendle Community Network.

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Professional cyclists take a break

From left to right: Paul Oldham, Ian Wilkinson, Councillor Blomeley and Sam Boast all take a break ahead of the national championship road race on 27th June.

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Flying the flag

Councillor Blomeley (Leader of Pendle Council) and Nick Rudge (Vice President of Marketing for cottages4you) simulate the championship race start, ahead of the real event on 27th June.

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Preparing for the national championship road race

From left to right: Ian Wilkinson (professional cyclist), Councillor Frank Rigg (Barley Parish), Sam Boast (professional cyclist), Paula Milligan (professional caterer) and Paul Oldham (professional cyclist) all take a breather in the build up to the national championship road race on 27th June.

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Testing the national championship road race circuit

Brian Cookson (Executive Director for Regeneration) and Stephen Burke (Olympic bronze medallist 2008) trial run the national road race championship circuit. The race will take place on 27th June 2010.