THE Accrington millennium fun day attracted 10,000 visitors to the town centre it has been revealed.

The day, on January 9, included an array of children's attractions and finished with a spectacular fireworks display.

Members of Accrington town centre regeneration board were told that £10,000 has been provisionally earmarked for a New Year's fair next year.

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