Caroline Taylor

Features writer

Features writer

Latest articles from Caroline Taylor

Chart-topping Oswaldtwistle drummer launches mentor scheme

Drummer Ged Lynch has had a number one hit with Black Grape, toured the world with Peter Gabriel and recorded with music legends including Tom Jones and Chrissie Hynde. Caroline Taylor spoke to him as he re-launched himself as a mentor for budding young drummers.

How Ramsbottom designer Henry Holland found himself at pinnacle of style

Fashion designer Henry Holland has a devoted fanbase of celebrities, including Alexa Chung, Naomi Campbell, Beth Ditto, Pixie Geldof, Kelly Osbourne and, of course, his best friend — international supermodel Agyness Deyn. Not bad for a boy from Ramsbottom whose business empire began just four years ago as a bit of a joke.

The man behind Burnley Mechanics' rise

THEATREGOERS in Burnley are spoilt for choice this season, with its best line-up in recent memory. We spoke to Kirk Worley, the man behind the venue's success.

Slimline Nelson man spreads the weight loss word

Thousands of woman across East Lancashire will vow to lose weight as their New Year’s resolution. We spoke to inspirational Nelson super-slimmer Simon Woof, who is about to become the region’s only male Slimming World group leader.

Interview: Suzanne Shaw

WHETHER you know her as a former pop star, an ice skating queen, or a bra model for Asda, it’s likely you’ll remember Bury-born Suzanne Shaw as an upbeat, chatty kind of character.