Preston
Discover Preston for a day out that offers something different each time you visit, whether you’re here for a few hours or making a full weekend of it. At the heart of the city is a strong sense of history, from its famous Guild celebrations to landmarks like the newly renovated Harris Museum and Art Gallery, which now hosts a year-round programme of exhibitions, events and workshops. Along Fishergate, you’ll find a mix of high street favourites and independent shops, with Preston Markets offering fresh local produce and a wide choice of food and drink.
When you’re ready to step away from the busy streets, green spaces such as Winckley Square, Avenham and Miller Parks provide a change of pace right in the city centre, with riverside views and cafés to enjoy along the way. For those wanting to explore further, the Guild Wheel offers a 21-mile circular route linking the city to places like Brockholes Nature Reserve. With activities ranging from indoor attractions to live music, theatre and a growing food scene—including well-regarded restaurants—Preston continues into the evening with plenty of options to round off the day.
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Free family fun, world-class exhibitions and creative activities at The Harris
Families looking for affordable ways to keep children entertained during the summer holidays need look no further than The Harris in Preston
Preston Businesses
Hickory's Smokehouse Hutton
Born from a road trip across America's Southern States, we learnt all things smokin' from the best pitmasters across the region.
Read MoreThe Bar & Grill at Marriott Preston
Set within the hotel's elegant surroundings, the Brew Bar & Grill offers a relaxed atmosphere perfect for everything from casual catch-ups to celebratory dinners.
Read MoreChew's Yard
Hosting five independent food and drinks traders, an events space for live music, DJs and a range of cultural activities.
Read MoreRabbit Hole & Flower Haus
One of Preston's most exciting outdoor areas.
Read MoreHollywood Bowl Preston
Experience the best bowling Preston has to offer and strike it lucky at Hollywood Bowl.
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Souvenir: A Tribute to Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark - The Continental
Date: 29th May 2027
Bringing the iconic sound of Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark to the stage at Amped, Souvenir: A Tribute to Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark is a high-quality live show celebrating one of the most important pioneers of electronic music.
Read MoreRock am River - The Continental
Date: 23rd Oct 2026
Rock am River festival returns to the New Continental in Preston for its fifth birthday celebrations.
Read MoreFraming Preston: Exploring the City's History Through the Artwork at The Harris - The Harris
Date: 22nd Sept 2026
This new guided tour by Michael Akers, will investigate a selection of paintings at the Harris Art Gallery. Well look at each work in detail and consider how these treasures in Prestons fabulous art collection reveal interesting and unusual detail...
Read MoreArchive Creative Writings Project - The Harris
Date: 25th Sept 2026
At Lancashire Archives & Local History we love old things. It is what we do. We look after old things. This latest Preston Arts creative writing project examines the many and diverse archives that relate to the process of ageing throughout history...
Read MoreFree open weekend at Fulwood Leisure Centre
Dates: 18th Jul 2026 - 19th Jul 2026
Local residents are invited to discover a new sport and get active at Fulwood Leisure Centre
Read MoreFree open weekend at West View Leisure Centre
Dates: 18th Jul 2026 - 19th Jul 2026
Local residents are invited to discover a new sport and get active at West View Leisure Centre
Read MorePreston Itineraries
Explore Lancashire Like King Charles III - A Royal-Inspired Day Out
Follow in the footsteps of the most recent visit to Lancashire by King Charles III on this royal itinerary
Read MoreLancashire Set-Jetting: Blackpool, Preston and the surrounding areas
DurationThree days
Whether it is feature films, comedy shows, sci-fi or drama, Lancashire's wonderfully varied coastline, cities, towns and countryside, make it a wonderful place to capture people's imaginations.
Read MoreLancashire Set-Jetting: East Lancashire, the Ribble Valley and the surrounding areas
DurationThree days
Iconic mills, rolling hills and a national landscape that rivals the beauty of the Lake District means that East Lancashire and the Ribble Valley are often used to showcase the quintessential British countryside on our tv and cinema screens.
Read MorePreston Routes & Trails
Ramble from Nabs Head Samlesbury
Distance4.5 miles
Take in some simply breath-taking country views around Samlesbury, and witness a whole range of wildlife.
Read MorePreston Guild Wheel
Distance21 miles
The Preston Guild Wheel is a 21 mile "Greenway" that encircles the city of Preston, linking the city to the countryside. It is both a walking and cycling route.
Read MoreHurst Grange Park Ramble
Distance3 miles
This walking route provides an opportunity to pass peacefully through the southern part of Preston, taking in the calm, tranquil scenery.
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