Games between them are known as the 'East Lancashire Derby'.

The "East Lancashire" platforms were demolished in the 1970s as connecting lines closed.

Blackpool made the short trip to East Lancashire the following week to take on Burnley.

East Lancashire had a thriving snooker scene and Higgins was keen to learn from great players in the area.

Burke made 97 not out and then took 8/14 in a win over East Lancashire, his best batting and bowling figures for the whole season.

This concept has been formalised in an entitlement scheme being developed in East Lancashire.

The second phase: to extend the road beyond Salford and into East Lancashire was never undertaken.

His stay in East Lancashire was somewhat short, and he only made five appearances for Blackburn.

Burnley, East Lancashire was one of seven sites chosen to take part.

Darwen is set amongst the hills of East Lancashire.