TWO popular annual events in Chorley have been cancelled.

A Taste of Chorley and Picnic in the Park, both planned for June, will not take place this year amid the health crisis.

After Chorley Council reviewed the events recently, the latest Government advice left the local authority with no alternative but to axe them.

This year’s Chorley Flower Show event is also under review.

Council leader, Cllr Alistair Bradley, said: “It’s really disappointing that we’ve had to cancel more events due to the current situation.

"People have worked so hard to organise these events and local businesses rely on these events as a source of income.

"However, the health of visitors and everyone involved remains a priority.”

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A Taste of Chorley has been cancelled

The two-day A Taste of Chorley food festival usually attracts more than 40 traders, who along with town centre businesses, offer a variety of locally-produced cuisines. The event usually features cooking demonstrations and competitions.

Picnic in the Park sees groups pack a picnic and flock to Astley Park for an afternoon of free fun and entertainment.

This year they are encouraged to do this within their own homes or gardens.

Cllr Bradley added: “While we have cancelled these two events, we are looking at options for an event when we can all get together again and elements from both the events will be a part of that to give people something to enjoy and support the local economy.”