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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October is here and soon the weekends will be full of Halloween fun, but before the pumpkin picking and spooky stories take over, this weekend is easing you into the month gently.
The Harris museum, art gallery and library in Preston is the focus of a new series of short films by Buttress Architects rolling out from Monday 28 September to coincide with the one-year anniversary of The Harris’ re-opening,
Award winning Preston restaurant Aven is entering an exciting new chapter, taking over the entirety of its home at 10 Camden Place and adding four individually designed bedrooms as it evolves into Aven Townhouse.
Born from a road trip across America's Southern States, we learnt all things smokin' from the best pitmasters across the region.
Read MoreOffering a tantalising selection of authentic Italian dishes including al forno pasta, mouth-watering stone baked pizza, fresh fish and tasty Mediterranean small plate dishes. With plenty of vegetarian options.
Read MoreIn unspoilt country, 1 mile from the sea. Convenient for Lancaster, Garstang and the Lake District. Private park, no letting.
Read MoreHosting five independent food and drinks traders, an events space for live music, DJs and a range of cultural activities.
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.
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Date: 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.
Read MoreDate: 29th May 2027
Bringing the iconic sound of Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark to the stage, 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.Featur...
Read MoreDate: 16th Oct 2026
The world's most authentic Mötley Crüe tribute show goes international, and they're the Crüe you deserve.Brace yourself: the decadence of the Sunset Strip is headed your way with a soundtrack to boot thanks to four hellraisers named Ni...
Read MoreDate: 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 MoreDate: 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 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 MoreFollow in the footsteps of the most recent visit to Lancashire by King Charles III on this royal itinerary
Read MoreDurationThree 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.
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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.
Read MoreDistance4.5 miles
Take in some simply breath-taking country views around Samlesbury, and witness a whole range of wildlife.
Read MoreDistance21 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.
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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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