[Gayle]

Perhaps this is Accrington's opportunity to become something different, to not rely on the big names. Perhaps this is the time for independent shops to make a come back to our town centre and rebuild a unique town that doesn't have all the same shops as every where else.

And as for the beautiful buildings - if you're worried that you might trip over something whilst you're walking and looking up, then stop and stand still for a while to take a look.