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Newsquest North West wedding show

With more than 230,000 weddings and civil ceremonies taking place every year and with the average wedding costing over £11,000, it’s clear that getting married takes a lot of time and effort to organise. Each year Newsquest North West run wedding shows across the Northwest region, to help couples plan their big day and put them in touch with companies who can cater for their every need.

Come along to The Point at Lancashire County Cricket Club on Sunday, 30^th September 11am till 3pm – talk to the exhibitors, listen to the music and watch the fabulous fashion shows – everything you need for your magical day all under one roof.

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Now that’s just not cricket!

With Wimbledon tennis fortnight now in full swing, the catering team for The Point, Lancashire County Cricket Clubs conference and events venue, are looking to add Wimbledon style cream teas to the menu. And to ensure that their delights will be fulfilling they invited a bunch of very hungry builders to sample their wares.

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Westlife performing at Fashion Kicks

‘Oh what a night’ and it certainly was as this year’s Fashion Kicks extravaganza took place in true glitzy style at The Point, Old Trafford Cricket Club’s conference and events venue.

Hosted by Aston Villa’s Republic of Ireland International goalkeeper Shay Given, and his wife Jane, Fashion Kicks 2012 scored quite an exclusive with Westlife volunteering their services in what was their final charity gig as a band before they split up in the summer.

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Our herb garden

The Point at Lancashire County Cricket Club has a gardener who is not one to let the grass grow under his feet. But when it comes to herbs he is more than happy to help them flourish which is why planting is now taking place in readiness for a busy summer of events at the venue.

Last year the Point was awarded Gold Level from the Green Tourism Business Scheme, a national sustainable tourism certification scheme, and The Point’s Green Team continue to ensure that the venue’s environmental mission continues.

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