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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This Christmas, Mowgli Street Food is bringing a taste of Indian home-style cooking to the festive table with its Christmas Feasting Menu, available across its restaurants from 16 November 2026 to 3 January 2027.
As the weather starts to get cooler and the evenings darker, there is something so heartwarming about cosying up to a roaring fire and relaxing with a drink or a scrumptious hearty meal.
Preston’s city centre will be celebrating Christmas in style this year, with a packed programme of festive experiences that will bring Christmas magic to the city’s cultural Harris Quarter.
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Read MoreThe Irishman's Tower is within the grounds of Hoghton Tower. This two-floor, cosy historic property is perfect base for your rural retreat.
Read MoreTie the knot in a truly unique setting surrounded by stunning Victorian English Heritage grade 2 listed parkland. The parks scenery and heritage also provides an excellent backdrop for your wedding photos.
Read MoreThe Tipis are located in the idyllic Lancashire Countryside set in an eight acre private site amongst mature oak trees. Riley Green Meadows has been transformed in to a truly spectacular wedding venue with beautiful countryside surroundings and picturesque views, whilst hidden away in your very own private oasis.
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Date: 8th Nov 2026
Everyone who plays, organises or attends indie and indie-pop shows in the North West was saddened to hear that uber-fan and unparalleled scene supporter Ana Maria Nazario has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer.Ana's trekked over from h...
Read MoreDate: 27th Feb 2027
Platform boots, flares, glitter and some of the biggest anthems of the 1970s!GlamRockerz invite you to take a nostalgic trip back to the days when Top of the Pops was essential Thursday-night viewing, glam rock ruled the charts and Bow...
Read MoreDate: 30th Oct 2026
Emerging from the same art/design cauldron that produced fellow Leeds legends Soft Cell, Scritti Politti, and The Mekons, CUD were the pre-Britpop answer to doleful shoegazing bands fun-loving, light-hearted, romantic and downright catchy.
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Join our Guided Walk Leaders for a fascinating tour of Brockholes in the winter.The walk is at a gentle pace, with lots of stopping to look at points of interest and watch the wildlife.Pre booking is required. Please note t...
Read MoreDate: 4th Dec 2026
Join us on this gentle winter walk as we take you through the ages looking at the traditions that became the modern Christmas we celebrate today.Learn about how the Roman festival of Saturnalia and the Norse celebration of Yule were ob...
Read MoreDate: 22nd Oct 2027
Mötley crüde - the dirt tourThe world’s most authentic Mötley Crüe tribute show extends “The Dirt Tour” into 2027 following a career-defining performance at the Whisky a Go Go in Los Angeles.“The fans, they’re dying for som...
Read MoreFollow in the footsteps of the most recent visit to Lancashire by King Charles III on this royal itinerary
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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.
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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.
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Take in some simply breath-taking country views around Samlesbury, and witness a whole range of wildlife.
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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.
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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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