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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Preston City Council is delighted to announce the new programme at the Guild Lounge, a 350-seat entertainment space in the heart of Preston City Centre.
Born from a road trip across America's Southern States, we learnt all things smokin' from the best pitmasters across the region.
Read MoreOperating a fleet of boats and canal barges on the Lancaster Canal from a small village called Bilsborrow near Garstang. Our hire boats and hire barges are available for day hire, party hire and holiday hire.
Read MoreBuilt in 1325, Samlesbury Hall is steeped in fascinating history, retaining its original typical black and white exterior.
Read MoreWhere time drifts by watching the river Wyre or admiring the view, relax enjoying a peaceful meal or drink.
Read MoreA leading Lancashire restaurant.
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.
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Date: 1st Aug 2026
The North West-based group plays tribute to the Australian rock band. Playing songs from the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson era the AC/DC Experience guarantees to perform the iconic band's biggest hits such as 'Highway To Hell', 'Black In Black', and...
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.
Read MoreDate: 23rd Oct 2026
Rock am River festival returns to the New Continental in Preston for its fifth birthday celebrations.
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: 19th Jun 2026
You would have to travel far and wide to find a place where the name Brandon Block is not known. Brandon has carried a legendary status tag ever since being the first resident on the Space terrace, with Alex P in Ibiza, in 1991.He was...
Read MoreDate: 20th Jun 2026
Steam train rides behind Furness No. 20, browse traders and handcrafted goods, enjoy live entertainment, take behind-the-scenes workshop tours.
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.
Read MoreDurationThree 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 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.
Read MoreDistance3 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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