I’m a little late to the party visiting The Circle Bacup, so I put that right this week, popping in on the opening of their new retail mezzanine featuring work from local creatives such as - Nutritional Beauty, Teddy & Cow Gifts and Miss Sophia Jewellery It’s a calm, considered space and one that feels like it totally belongs in town. The Circle is an art, cultural and heritage centre based in Bacup, built around community use, a café and a growing programme of events. It’s h

If you’re a local business owner looking for a networking group in Rossendale that’s genuinely useful, Rossendale Vibes Networking was created with you in mind. We meet on the second Tuesday of every month at Ninja Coffee , bringing together freelancers, sole traders and small business owners from across the Rossendale Valley. Tickets are £10, keeping the sessions accessible while making sure they’re focused, well run and worth the time out of your working day. The emphasis

You've heard of the Rossendale Round the Hills Walk , right? Well we're taking it to the next level. We’ve set ourselves a simple challenge at Rossendale Vibes: to walk the distance around the world , TOGETHER . The total distance is 24,901 miles  and every mile logged by members of the Rossendale Vibes Walking Club on Strava counts towards the shared total. Short walks, long hikes, dog walks, exploration days and casual mooches all add up during the year. This is about getti

Live music, local art, handmade crafts, street food, mulled wine, and proper Rossendale community spirit — Music & Makers is set to be one of the most exciting new events this autumn. Expect a day packed with sound, colour, and creativity. From bold illustrations and expressive paintings to soulful live performances, this is a celebration of local talent in all its forms. A Showcase of Local Talent You’ll find incredible artists like Caroline Johnson , known for her lively s

Want to experience the best pumpkin spice stuff the Valley has to offer this autumn? From handmade treats to woodland wanders, here are a few local finds guaranteed to get you feeling all warm and autumnal inside. Peers Clough Farm – The Pumpkin Hunt A 200-year-old family farm set in 70 acres of pasture and woodland and this autumn it’s full of hidden pumpkins. Their Pumpkin Hunt is a self-guided trail through enchanted woodland. Round up your crew, grab your wellies and came

From Haslingden to Crawshawbooth - and now Bacup... Ninja Coffee has officially opened its third Rossendale shop, this time on St James...

Artist Marjan Wouda  created the striking 3.6m steel sculpture “Sir Hare” , which stood tall outside Whitaker Museum  in 2023. Locals and...

Waterfoot Yard - Community cafe and co-operative maker's space Disha and Neil welcome you to Waterfoot Yard! Built in the 1840s as a...

What an amazing turn out for the Rossendale Hospice  Gin & Ale Trail! The fundraising team have done a fantastic job in raising over...

Rossendale Vibes Walking Club on the 58th Annual Round the Hills Walk. The 58th Round the Hills Walk... what a day. The annual Round the...

Jamie Soule - Founder and Managing Director of Rossendale Vibes - doesn't like having his photo taken! 🤣 Hiya, I'm Jamie - Founder and...

Join Rossendale Vibes Walking Club on Strava and discover the hidden parts of the Valley. We’ve set up the Rossendale Vibes Walking Club...