Blackpool’s Aaron Sharples Takes on 1,000 Mile Run for Veterans
Blackpool-born veteran Aaron Sharples is preparing to undertake one of the most demanding endurance challenges ever attempted, running 1,000 miles across Spain to raise money and awareness for the veterans' charity Healthier Heroes. https://www.blackpooltimeline.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Aaron-Sharples-El-Camino-Espaol.mp4 Born and bred in Blackpool, Aaron will begin El Camino Español in October 2026. Supported by a small crew and a motorhome, he will cover approximately 80 kilometres each day while documenting not only the physical challenge, but also the mindset behind it and the importance of choosing courage over comfort. To Aaron's knowledge, the route has never been completed or officially recorded in this way before,...
South Shore Stories: Preserving the Memories of Blackpool’s Seaside Community
The rich history of Blackpool's South Shore has been brought vividly back to life through the South Shore Stories project, a community-led initiative celebrating the people, places and memories that have shaped one of the resort's most distinctive neighbourhoods. Launched in 2026, the project culminated in a major public exhibition at the Blackpool Enterprise Centre on Lytham Road, alongside the publication of a commemorative book that captures the stories, photographs and treasured memories shared by local residents. Together, they provide a fascinating glimpse into the history of South Shore through the eyes of those who lived, worked and holidayed there....
Rebekah Warburton OBE: From Administrative Officer to National Honours Recognition
Rebekah Warburton, from St Annes, has been awarded an OBE (Officer of the Order of the British Empire) in recognition of her outstanding contribution to public service through her work at the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). Currently serving as Deputy Director for Health Transformation and Delivery, Warburton's career is a remarkable example of progression, leadership and dedication within the Civil Service. Her journey began in 2004 when she joined the Department for Work and Pensions as an Administrative Officer within the Child Support Agency. Starting in an entry-level role, she steadily built her career through a combination of...
Alan Cavill MBE: The Man Behind Blackpool’s Modern Regeneration
Few individuals have had a greater influence on Blackpool's transformation during the past three decades than Alan Cavill MBE. As one of the leading figures behind the town's regeneration strategy, Cavill has played a central role in reshaping Blackpool's economy, infrastructure, tourism offer and public spaces, helping to drive investment worth billions of pounds into the resort. In 2026, his contribution was formally recognised when he was appointed a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) in the King's Birthday Honours for services to regeneration in Blackpool. Born in February 1960 and raised in Blackpool, Cavill has spent...