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Colne Life Summer Quiz 2023

by Laura Storey

Ow’ much d’ya know about our bonnie town on t’hill? Tackle this brain teaser and find out. If you don’t ‘ave a clue, and would like to check your answers or just prefer to cheat, scan the code at the bottom of the page!

  1. What is the name of the parade that took place in March in Colne and involves lit lanterns being carried down Albert Road?
  2. What kind of equipment has former Mayor of Pendle Neil Butterworth donated to keep hearts beating across Colne?
  3. What was the name of the show that was performed at Pendle Hippodrome Theatre in March that revolved around striking workers at a car factory?
  4. What was the name of the last clogger in Colne?
  5. Damian Manville owner of local motorcycle shop Rock and Roll Motorcycles played in which band?
  6. When does Colne Gala take place?
  7. Two Colners recently took part in the Goggins Challenge, what does this involve?
  8. What do you call the make-shift carts contestants are due to hurtle down Albert Road this June?
  9. What is the name of the Thai street dog on its way to the UK after being rescued by Colne hairdresser Jodie O’Neil?
  10. Pendle Hippodrome Youth Theatre received a donation to help fund which show?
  11. What royal coronation occurred in Colne in April in preparation for the Colne Gala?
  12. What award did Pendle Hippodrome Theatre receive in 2015?
  13. An investment into creating a Colne Heritage Quarter will provide extra funding for which three theatres?
  14. What is the name of Pendle’s MP?
  15. Former ColneLife writer Chloe has landed a role as a storyliner for which TV soap?
  16. What was the Guinness catchphrase that Colne historian Geoff Crambie wore as a badge in his school days?
  17. Where is the Colne Gala carnival held?
  18. Which primary school did Geoff Crambie attend?
  19. Which Burnley-based armed forces charity sent medical aid to Ukraine?
  20. What was the serial attacker who stalked Colne during the blackout known as?
  21. Farmer John Waite used to do the milk round in Colne during the 50s, what was the name of his horse?
  22. Who built Wycoller Hall?
  23. What cycling event takes place in Colne in July?
  24. What kind of music fills the streets on the August bank holiday weekend in Colne?
  25. How long since Loop Publishing made its home in Colne?

Find the answers here.

Colne Life Summer 2023