Your chance to see the royal couple in East Lancashire

9:20am Monday 11th April 2011 in Royal Wedding news

Your chance to see the royal couple in East Lancashire Your chance to see the royal couple in East Lancashire

SPECIAL arrangements have been made as up to 15,000 people are expected to come to Blackburn to catch a glimpse of Prince William and Kate Middleton.

They are visiting Blackburn and Darwen on their last official public appearance before their wedding on April 29.

But organisers say there will be limited opportunity to see the couple on their Darwen visit and are urging well-wishers to go to Witton Park.

The first engagement will be at the Darwen Aldridge Community Academy but the public will only be able to see the couple briefly as they arrive.

Prince William will launch the SkillForce Prince’s Award at DACA, aimed at recognising young people’s contribution to their community.

He will also be given a tour of entrepreneurial schemes at the academy before unveiling a commemorative plaque.

Visitors should head to the second stop, at Witton Park in Blackburn, for the best chance to see William and Kate.

The couple will see sporting activities in the park before Prince William puts his signature to the Deed of Dedication to protect the area for the future in his role as patron of the Queen Elizabeth II Fields Challenge.

The couple will also see young people participating in disabled cycling activities before a private reception in the sports pavilion.

Visitors will be allowed entry to the park from 11am.

The area surrounding Witton Park will be coned off, including the main car park, so motorists are advised not to drive.

There will be limited parking at Witton Park for blue badge holders which will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.

A park and ride scheme is operating from Ewood where a number of car parks will be available on the day.

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Parking will cost £5, including tickets for the shuttle bus which is running regularly to Witton Park from 10.30am.

There will also be free car parking at Byrom Street and Canterbury Street in Blackburn town centre with the 124 and 152 services operating from the town centre.

The train stations at Mill Hill and Cherry Tree are also within walking distance.

“People can either walk from the town centre or Ewood or use the park and ride scheme which will have buses running regularly to Witton Park throughout the day.”

Hardman Way, Sudell Road to Kay Street, Nancy Street, Bridge Street, Bank Street, Church Bank Street and part of Redearth Road will be closed during the Darwen Academy visit.

Access to Sainsburys will be via Cochrane Street and a number of diversions will be in place along Sudellside Street and Kay Street.

The number 2 service may also be affected.

Comments (21)

12:50pm Thu 7 Apr 11

useyourhead says...

Is there a dress code, after all, they are having a massive clean up in the park just for this visit, lets carry the deception one step further and let them think we all wear couture as well!
Is there a dress code, after all, they are having a massive clean up in the park just for this visit, lets carry the deception one step further and let them think we all wear couture as well! useyourhead

1:18pm Thu 7 Apr 11

Observer1970 says...

I wonder how may letter boxes will be watching? When the arrive into the borough they will be in awe of our gardening skills with all the onions sticking out all over the place :-)
I wonder how may letter boxes will be watching? When the arrive into the borough they will be in awe of our gardening skills with all the onions sticking out all over the place :-) Observer1970

1:18pm Thu 7 Apr 11

onlyonesimongarner says...

I think they are going OTT, if there is more than 1000 in the park I will eat my hat.
Bomie Night pulls a bigger crowd and there is no need for all this messing then,
I think they are going OTT, if there is more than 1000 in the park I will eat my hat. Bomie Night pulls a bigger crowd and there is no need for all this messing then, onlyonesimongarner

1:22pm Thu 7 Apr 11

burner says...

Can't believe they're a coomin so far oop North! I've Donkey Stoned my doorstep in awsome anticipation!!! I will hang my washing over the street on Tuesday instead. Also my Ma is getting my best clogs out of the pawn shop. Will t'mill be closing? Are they shiftin' dog **** from t'cut? My whippets are fair bustin to 'ave a shufftie. Can't wait to 'ave a sken masen. Ma will Dolly Blue my best frock, if she can get t'posser fettled in time, that is. At t'appointed hour I'm agen t' t'park - sithee.
Can't believe they're a coomin so far oop North! I've Donkey Stoned my doorstep in awsome anticipation!!! I will hang my washing over the street on Tuesday instead. Also my Ma is getting my best clogs out of the pawn shop. Will t'mill be closing? Are they shiftin' dog **** from t'cut? My whippets are fair bustin to 'ave a shufftie. Can't wait to 'ave a sken masen. Ma will Dolly Blue my best frock, if she can get t'posser fettled in time, that is. At t'appointed hour I'm agen t' t'park - sithee. burner

1:31pm Thu 7 Apr 11

duh says...

Judging from the time of the visit, the Royals will be greeted by the non-working citizens of lancashire.

Good impression that's going to leave.
Judging from the time of the visit, the Royals will be greeted by the non-working citizens of lancashire. Good impression that's going to leave. duh

1:46pm Thu 7 Apr 11

Observer1970 says...

duh wrote:
Judging from the time of the visit, the Royals will be greeted by the non-working citizens of lancashire. Good impression that's going to leave.
Duh, think your wrong there mate, Jeremmy Kyle will be on :-)
[quote][p][bold]duh[/bold] wrote: Judging from the time of the visit, the Royals will be greeted by the non-working citizens of lancashire. Good impression that's going to leave.[/p][/quote]Duh, think your wrong there mate, Jeremmy Kyle will be on :-) Observer1970

2:26pm Thu 7 Apr 11

useyourhead says...

Observer1970 wrote:
duh wrote:
Judging from the time of the visit, the Royals will be greeted by the non-working citizens of lancashire. Good impression that's going to leave.
Duh, think your wrong there mate, Jeremmy Kyle will be on :-)
lol
[quote][p][bold]Observer1970[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]duh[/bold] wrote: Judging from the time of the visit, the Royals will be greeted by the non-working citizens of lancashire. Good impression that's going to leave.[/p][/quote]Duh, think your wrong there mate, Jeremmy Kyle will be on :-)[/p][/quote]lol useyourhead

3:53pm Thu 7 Apr 11

fruitbat1 says...

That will be another day of for teachers
That will be another day of for teachers fruitbat1

4:55pm Thu 7 Apr 11

burner says...

fruitbat1 wrote:
That will be another day of for teachers
No, schools are mostly closed, even the Academy.
[quote][p][bold]fruitbat1[/bold] wrote: That will be another day of for teachers[/p][/quote]No, schools are mostly closed, even the Academy. burner

4:56pm Thu 7 Apr 11

teachit says...

fruitbat1 wrote:
That will be another day of for teachers
It's Easter holidays!!!! But I know that alot of staff and pupils are going into the Academy on that day- in their OWN holiday time!
[quote][p][bold]fruitbat1[/bold] wrote: That will be another day of for teachers[/p][/quote]It's Easter holidays!!!! But I know that alot of staff and pupils are going into the Academy on that day- in their OWN holiday time! teachit

9:29am Fri 8 Apr 11

Rogi says...

teachit wrote:
fruitbat1 wrote:
That will be another day of for teachers
It's Easter holidays!!!! But I know that alot of staff and pupils are going into the Academy on that day- in their OWN holiday time!
They can claim it back.
[quote][p][bold]teachit[/bold] wrote: [quote][p][bold]fruitbat1[/bold] wrote: That will be another day of for teachers[/p][/quote]It's Easter holidays!!!! But I know that alot of staff and pupils are going into the Academy on that day- in their OWN holiday time![/p][/quote]They can claim it back. Rogi

6:02pm Fri 8 Apr 11

shytalk says...

Are they trying to learn something about unemployment and poverty?
Surely there must be some of that in the south east of England
Are they trying to learn something about unemployment and poverty? Surely there must be some of that in the south east of England shytalk

8:04pm Fri 8 Apr 11

BjornAganeByka says...

When I was a child in the long-ago 1950s, the Royals were considered as Gods - or near enough.
As the years progressed, it became fashionable to criticise them and to adopt a republican stance.
I think things have come full circle - I never thought I would consider myself a Royalist, but when I think about the alternatives thrown-up by the left wing of British politics ( and I do mean "thrown-up" - as in vomited ) such as Gordon "is a moron" Brown; Tony "is a liar" Blair; Ken "car hater " Leninstone and Harriet "all men are bast*rds" Harmen, I have come round to thinking that a monarchy isn't such a bad idea.
Not only that, but muslims will hate the idea of a female monarch, especially one who isn't covered head to foot in black robes AND willl, in the way of all modern women, tell her husband what to do.
So if we can infuriate, annoy and generally alienate lefties AND muslims all in one go, then bring it on - long live the future King William and Queen Catherine !!!!!!!!!!!
When I was a child in the long-ago 1950s, the Royals were considered as Gods - or near enough. As the years progressed, it became fashionable to criticise them and to adopt a republican stance. I think things have come full circle - I never thought I would consider myself a Royalist, but when I think about the alternatives thrown-up by the left wing of British politics ( and I do mean "thrown-up" - as in vomited ) such as Gordon "is a moron" Brown; Tony "is a liar" Blair; Ken "car hater " Leninstone and Harriet "all men are bast*rds" Harmen, I have come round to thinking that a monarchy isn't such a bad idea. Not only that, but muslims will hate the idea of a female monarch, especially one who isn't covered head to foot in black robes AND willl, in the way of all modern women, tell her husband what to do. So if we can infuriate, annoy and generally alienate lefties AND muslims all in one go, then bring it on - long live the future King William and Queen Catherine !!!!!!!!!!! BjornAganeByka

11:09pm Fri 8 Apr 11

Rogi says...

BjornAganeByka wrote:
When I was a child in the long-ago 1950s, the Royals were considered as Gods - or near enough.
As the years progressed, it became fashionable to criticise them and to adopt a republican stance.
I think things have come full circle - I never thought I would consider myself a Royalist, but when I think about the alternatives thrown-up by the left wing of British politics ( and I do mean "thrown-up" - as in vomited ) such as Gordon "is a moron" Brown; Tony "is a liar" Blair; Ken "car hater " Leninstone and Harriet "all men are bast*rds" Harmen, I have come round to thinking that a monarchy isn't such a bad idea.
Not only that, but muslims will hate the idea of a female monarch, especially one who isn't covered head to foot in black robes AND willl, in the way of all modern women, tell her husband what to do.
So if we can infuriate, annoy and generally alienate lefties AND muslims all in one go, then bring it on - long live the future King William and Queen Catherine !!!!!!!!!!!
A well informed, well reasoned argument.
Your grasp of history/politics is stunning. Thankyou for sharing.
[quote][p][bold]BjornAganeByka[/bold] wrote: When I was a child in the long-ago 1950s, the Royals were considered as Gods - or near enough. As the years progressed, it became fashionable to criticise them and to adopt a republican stance. I think things have come full circle - I never thought I would consider myself a Royalist, but when I think about the alternatives thrown-up by the left wing of British politics ( and I do mean "thrown-up" - as in vomited ) such as Gordon "is a moron" Brown; Tony "is a liar" Blair; Ken "car hater " Leninstone and Harriet "all men are bast*rds" Harmen, I have come round to thinking that a monarchy isn't such a bad idea. Not only that, but muslims will hate the idea of a female monarch, especially one who isn't covered head to foot in black robes AND willl, in the way of all modern women, tell her husband what to do. So if we can infuriate, annoy and generally alienate lefties AND muslims all in one go, then bring it on - long live the future King William and Queen Catherine !!!!!!!!!!![/p][/quote]A well informed, well reasoned argument. Your grasp of history/politics is stunning. Thankyou for sharing. Rogi

8:19am Sat 9 Apr 11

Letter2u says...

Why is there little opportunity for the people of Darwen to see the royal couple especially when they are opening their new acadamy?
Flags lining the A666 seems a total waste of money if the townsfolk are being advised to go to Blackburn.
I'm sure many Darweners wont be going out of their way for the royals and who could blame them?
Why is there little opportunity for the people of Darwen to see the royal couple especially when they are opening their new acadamy? Flags lining the A666 seems a total waste of money if the townsfolk are being advised to go to Blackburn. I'm sure many Darweners wont be going out of their way for the royals and who could blame them? Letter2u

10:06am Sat 9 Apr 11

sean_brfc says...

I'm hoping to cycle to Witton Park but the weather doesn't look as nice on Monday.
I'm hoping to cycle to Witton Park but the weather doesn't look as nice on Monday. sean_brfc

7:24pm Sun 10 Apr 11

Andrew Weiss says...

duh wrote:
Judging from the time of the visit, the Royals will be greeted by the non-working citizens of lancashire.

Good impression that's going to leave.
Easter holidays you dimwit so there will be thousands of families able to attend - keep your poorly educated views to yourself please
[quote][p][bold]duh[/bold] wrote: Judging from the time of the visit, the Royals will be greeted by the non-working citizens of lancashire. Good impression that's going to leave.[/p][/quote]Easter holidays you dimwit so there will be thousands of families able to attend - keep your poorly educated views to yourself please Andrew Weiss

12:15am Mon 11 Apr 11

OBT2 says...

fruitbat1 wrote:
That will be another day of for teachers
Duh fruitbat!!! Easter Holidays! Who looks like a numpty now??????

Your opinions are stupid
[quote][p][bold]fruitbat1[/bold] wrote: That will be another day of for teachers[/p][/quote]Duh fruitbat!!! Easter Holidays! Who looks like a numpty now?????? Your opinions are stupid OBT2

1:23pm Mon 11 Apr 11

D_ash says...

Ma, cut and Masen are not of the Blackburn dialect. We would say Mam, brook and Mi sel. Cut and misen are of the Yorkshire dialect.
Ma, cut and Masen are not of the Blackburn dialect. We would say Mam, brook and Mi sel. Cut and misen are of the Yorkshire dialect. D_ash

1:27pm Mon 11 Apr 11

happycyclist says...

BjornAganeByka wrote:
When I was a child in the long-ago 1950s, the Royals were considered as Gods - or near enough.
As the years progressed, it became fashionable to criticise them and to adopt a republican stance.
I think things have come full circle - I never thought I would consider myself a Royalist, but when I think about the alternatives thrown-up by the left wing of British politics ( and I do mean "thrown-up" - as in vomited ) such as Gordon "is a moron" Brown; Tony "is a liar" Blair; Ken "car hater " Leninstone and Harriet "all men are bast*rds" Harmen, I have come round to thinking that a monarchy isn't such a bad idea.
Not only that, but muslims will hate the idea of a female monarch, especially one who isn't covered head to foot in black robes AND willl, in the way of all modern women, tell her husband what to do.
So if we can infuriate, annoy and generally alienate lefties AND muslims all in one go, then bring it on - long live the future King William and Queen Catherine !!!!!!!!!!!
Top post!
[quote][p][bold]BjornAganeByka[/bold] wrote: When I was a child in the long-ago 1950s, the Royals were considered as Gods - or near enough. As the years progressed, it became fashionable to criticise them and to adopt a republican stance. I think things have come full circle - I never thought I would consider myself a Royalist, but when I think about the alternatives thrown-up by the left wing of British politics ( and I do mean "thrown-up" - as in vomited ) such as Gordon "is a moron" Brown; Tony "is a liar" Blair; Ken "car hater " Leninstone and Harriet "all men are bast*rds" Harmen, I have come round to thinking that a monarchy isn't such a bad idea. Not only that, but muslims will hate the idea of a female monarch, especially one who isn't covered head to foot in black robes AND willl, in the way of all modern women, tell her husband what to do. So if we can infuriate, annoy and generally alienate lefties AND muslims all in one go, then bring it on - long live the future King William and Queen Catherine !!!!!!!!!!![/p][/quote]Top post! happycyclist

6:14pm Mon 11 Apr 11

Walsh says...

burner wrote:
Can't believe they're a coomin so far oop North! I've Donkey Stoned my doorstep in awsome anticipation!!! I will hang my washing over the street on Tuesday instead. Also my Ma is getting my best clogs out of the pawn shop. Will t'mill be closing? Are they shiftin' dog **** from t'cut? My whippets are fair bustin to 'ave a shufftie. Can't wait to 'ave a sken masen. Ma will Dolly Blue my best frock, if she can get t'posser fettled in time, that is. At t'appointed hour I'm agen t' t'park - sithee.
Lol
[quote][p][bold]burner[/bold] wrote: Can't believe they're a coomin so far oop North! I've Donkey Stoned my doorstep in awsome anticipation!!! I will hang my washing over the street on Tuesday instead. Also my Ma is getting my best clogs out of the pawn shop. Will t'mill be closing? Are they shiftin' dog **** from t'cut? My whippets are fair bustin to 'ave a shufftie. Can't wait to 'ave a sken masen. Ma will Dolly Blue my best frock, if she can get t'posser fettled in time, that is. At t'appointed hour I'm agen t' t'park - sithee.[/p][/quote]Lol Walsh

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