Chorley Live goes online for 2020

Blue Dog Hooch in action during last year's Chorley Live, which this year is moving online

People who will miss the enjoyment of Chorley Live are being reminded that they can enjoy it from their living room as the event moves online.

The award-winning event, which brings the town centre to life with two nights of live entertainment in October, would have taken place on October 2 and 3, but instead a number of performances will be streamed live on Facebook.

Organisers Chorley Council and the Creative Network have been working hard to provide entertainment and showcase some of the performers who wow the crowds each year.

Councillor Peter Wilson, Deputy Leader of Chorley Council, said: “Like many things this year we’re having to adapt and do things differently and while we can’t bring you Chorley Live this year we’re going to be streaming some of the performers live on Facebook so you can enjoy them from home.

“Everyone has been really understanding given the restrictions we face and we had no option but to cancel the event.”

The event attracts thousands of people to Chorley town centre over the first weekend in October with live entertainment taking place in dozens of venues ranging from pubs and restaurants through to the library and markets.

Visitors pay £5 for a wristband that gets them into every venue over both nights with all generations of the family able to enjoy everything from choirs to heavy metal and everything in between.