📰 The October Carnforth Express is Out Now! 📰 The latest edition of the Carnforth Express is now available to read online! 📖 Read it here: carnforthtowncouncil.gov.uk/…

🌺 Road Closure Notice 🌺 Please note that temporary road closures will be in place on Sunday 8 November for the Carnforth Remembrance Day Parade. Thank you for your patience as we honour those who served.

🎄✨ SAVE THE DATE! ✨🎄 Join us on Friday 4th December for the Carnforth Christmas Lights Switch On! 🌟 🎙️ Hosted by @BeyondRadio 🎅 Meet Father Christmas for a suggested £5 donation, including a gift! More festive details coming soon!

☕ Good news! The heating is fixed and The Cosy Café will be open as usual tomorrow from 9am-12pm. Thank you for your patience, and we look forward to welcoming you back! 😊

🎬 Don't Miss Carnforth Film Night! 🎬 Song Sung Blue comes to Carnforth Civic Hall on Saturday 14th November! 🎶 🥧 Homemade pie included 🍺 Bar open ⏰ Doors 6:30pm | Film 7pm 🎟️ Just £12.50 Book now before tickets disappear! 👉 trybooking.com/uk/HCVB

Unfortunately, The Cosy Cafe will be closed tomorrow due to heating issues. Without heating, it just wouldn't be very cosy! We're sorry for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding while we get things sorted. ☕💛

🎄 STALL APPLICATIONS CLOSED 🎄 A huge thank you to everyone who applied for a stall at this year's Carnforth Christmas Lights Switch On. We're delighted by the fantastic response and can't wait to welcome you to a festive evening in Carnforth! ✨

🎄✨ Carnforth Switch On 2026 is coming! ✨🎄 Join us on Friday 4th December from 5pm at Carnforth War Memorial Gardens for festive markets, live entertainment, food & drinks, Santa’s Grotto and more! 🎅🛍️🎶

📷 This is our Calendar of Events for October 2026. We will update this monthly and it will posted on our social media and notice boards around the town.

📢 Crag Bank Councillor Vacancy A Town Councillor vacancy has arisen in Crag Bank Ward. 🗳️ If 10 electors request an election by 16 October, one will be held. Email: [email protected] If not, the vacancy will be filled by co-option. 🌟 Help shape Carnforth's future!

🇬🇧 Carnforth Remembrance Parade & Service 🇬🇧 📍 Parade starts 10:35am from Carnforth Civic Hall 🔹 Service at War Memorial Gardens 10:50am 🕚 Two-minute silence 11:00am 🎖️ Wreath laying 11:02am 📖 Readings & National Anthem 11:15am 🏛️ Return to Civic Hall by 11:25am refreshments

🕊️ Join us in remembrance this Sunday 8th November at the Carnforth War Memorial. To lay a wreath or register your group, email [email protected] or complete the form: forms.cloud.microsoft/e/s60C… ⏰ Deadline: 9th October. 🌺

🎬 SOLD OUT! 🍿 Film Night on Saturday 11th April is now completely sold out! Missed out? Email [email protected] to join the waiting list. Thanks to everyone who booked. Keep an eye on our socials for future Film Nights! 🎥✨

A warm welcome to Father Ryan Otley, the new Vicar of Christ Church, Carnforth. Carnforth Town Mayor, Cllr Ian Laurence, attended his induction service, led by the Bishop of Blackburn. We wish Father Ryan every success and blessing in serving our community.

🎄✨ Volunteers Needed! ✨🎄 Can you help with the Carnforth Switch On on Friday 4th December? We're looking for volunteers to assist with set-up and take-down. Times are to be confirmed. 📧 To register your interest, please email: [email protected]

🛍️🌿 Pop down to the Carnforth Wednesday Market at the War Memorial Gardens every Wednesday! Browse local produce, handmade goods and more while supporting local traders. 💚

📢 Town Council Surgery Tomorrow! ☕ Got a local issue, question or suggestion? Drop into the Cosy Café at Carnforth Civic Hall tomorrow and chat with your local councillors. No appointment needed, just come along and have your say! 👋

🎬 Join us on Saturday 3rd October for The Choral at Carnforth Civic Hall. A heartwarming tale of music, community and hope in wartime Yorkshire. 🥧 Homemade pie included with every ticket! 🎟️ £12.50 | Doors 6:30pm | Film 7pm 👉 trybooking.com/uk/GZFO

🎄✨ We know it's early, but Christmas will be here before we know it! ✨🎄 Save the date: Friday 4th December for the Carnforth Christmas Switch On! Bigger than ever with 🎅 Santa's Grotto, 🎄 festive markets, 🍔 food & drinks, 🎶 live entertainment and much more.

🏓 Table Tennis at Carnforth Civic Hall! Available on demand for just £5 per person per session. To book a table, email Assistant Town Clerk at [email protected] with your preferred date and time. Sessions available weekdays 🏓🌟