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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!
- What is the name of the parade that took place in March in Colne and involves lit lanterns being carried down Albert Road?
- What kind of equipment has former Mayor of Pendle Neil Butterworth donated to keep hearts beating across Colne?
- 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?
- What was the name of the last clogger in Colne?
- Damian Manville owner of local motorcycle shop Rock and Roll Motorcycles played in which band?
- When does Colne Gala take place?
- Two Colners recently took part in the Goggins Challenge, what does this involve?
- What do you call the make-shift carts contestants are due to hurtle down Albert Road this June?
- What is the name of the Thai street dog on its way to the UK after being rescued by Colne hairdresser Jodie O’Neil?
- Pendle Hippodrome Youth Theatre received a donation to help fund which show?
- What royal coronation occurred in Colne in April in preparation for the Colne Gala?
- What award did Pendle Hippodrome Theatre receive in 2015?
- An investment into creating a Colne Heritage Quarter will provide extra funding for which three theatres?
- What is the name of Pendle’s MP?
- Former ColneLife writer Chloe has landed a role as a storyliner for which TV soap?
- What was the Guinness catchphrase that Colne historian Geoff Crambie wore as a badge in his school days?
- Where is the Colne Gala carnival held?
- Which primary school did Geoff Crambie attend?
- Which Burnley-based armed forces charity sent medical aid to Ukraine?
- What was the serial attacker who stalked Colne during the blackout known as?
- Farmer John Waite used to do the milk round in Colne during the 50s, what was the name of his horse?
- Who built Wycoller Hall?
- What cycling event takes place in Colne in July?
- What kind of music fills the streets on the August bank holiday weekend in Colne?
- How long since Loop Publishing made its home in Colne?
Find the answers here.
Colne Life Summer 2023