Lancastrians staged a takover of 11 Downing Street with the blessing of George Osborne. He was among a host of guests at the event, organised by Clitheroe businessman and councillor Kevin Horkin, who brought together heads of industry, philanthropists, councillors and MPs to promote the Community Foundation for Lancashire and Merseyside.

He said: ‘ The Lancashire and Merseyside Community Foundation forms a central body for helping to support good causes in our county. It was a fantastic opportunity to showcase all that is great in Lancashire.’