LANCASHIRE DAY - 27th NOVEMBER

Lancashire Day is held on 27 November. It commemorates the day in 1295 when Lancashire sent its first representatives to Parliament by King Edward I of England to attend what later became known as The Model Parliament.

Curated by the Friends of Real Lancashire, it was first observed in 1996 with the loyal toast to "The Queen, Duke of Lancaster", and is open to celebration from everywhere within the county palatine. The day since has been widely publicised, including mentions on the BBC website and in the local press. The day receives support from both district councils and Lancashire County Council. Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council has resolved to support the day every year and many other towns throughout the historic county host events on the day, most notably readings of the Lancashire Day Proclamation.