YOUR support needed for Red Rose county celebrations

Members of the Friends of Real Lancashire group are busy planning their annual list of events ahead of Lancashire Day on Monday,November 27th.

On this date in 1295 the first elected representatives from Lancashire were called to Westminster by King Edward 1 to attend what later became known as “The Model Parliament” which was the start of democracy in the country.

The group want people,community groups and schools to let them know of any events they would like to hold in honour of the Red Rose county.

A spokesperson for the Friends of Real Lancashire said:”We want to hear from people who have planned an event to take place on the day or during that week.”As well as showing loyalty to our Red Rose county,Lancashire Day is an opportunity to raise money for charity and for businesses to promote Lancashire goods and produce.

“At the beginning of November events are posted on our website,www.forl.co.uk.”Events usually include Lancashire Day proclamations,Lancashire nights with traditional beer,hot pot and entertainment,lunches,afternoon teas,shops with Lancashire produce,restaurants and cafes with a special Lancashire menu,exhibitions,heritage walks,quiz nights and reading of Lancashire dialect and proclamation.

“Remember,if you were born between the River Duddon in the north and the River Mersey in the south you are first and foremost a Lancastrian!

“Please email any events with full details and telephone contact number to,chairman@forl.co.uk