The first of its kind, the Essential Rossendale Valley website will bring together all the region’s essential news, offers and information in one, easy-to-use interface.

In addition to listing every restaurant, bar, shop, activity and attraction, Essential Rossendale Valley will enable users to find out exactly what’s going on in rossendale. They can use their own search criteria to receive just the information they need, including opening hours, menus, current special offers for any featured business

The team behind the website believe it will help to boost the strength of the local economy by driving footfall to the Rossendale Valley, building loyalty, raising awareness and increasing spend.

The website has been developed by a business marketing team who are all familiar with the area. Jane Hughes says: “The people behind this website all live locally and are really committed to helping local independent businesses to thrive.

“Essential Rossendale Valley will cover everything the area offers in one simple format. Users of the site will receive up-to-date information, encouraging them to support local businesses by shopping locally and using Rossendale-based services.

“More importantly, it gives business owners in the Rossendale Valley the opportunity to communicate directly with locals and tourists, informing them of any special offers or latest developments which might encourage them to visit their business.”

Development of the website has focused on partnering with some of the area’s leading businesses, attractions and organisations to ensure everyone in the Rossendale Valley is involved. The Essential Rossendale Valley website will launch in Rossendale.