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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Families looking for affordable ways to keep children entertained during the summer holidays need look no further than The Harris in Preston
Looking to treat yourself or someone you love to afternoon tea? Lancashire has so many great options, including a number of experiences that really up the ante when it comes to making your afternoon tea extra special.
Born from a road trip across America's Southern States, we learnt all things smokin' from the best pitmasters across the region.
Read MoreStay in luxury lodges with hot tubs, shepherd's huts, safari tents, camping pods, or a unique Iron Age roundhouse.
Read MoreRibby Hall Village is set in over 130 acres of beautiful countryside and is Lancashire's only five-star holiday village, offering first-rate facilities.
Read MoreFamily friendly activities in Preston, including archery, clay shooting and axe throwing.
Read MoreSamlesbury Hall is home to a beautiful Victorian gatehouse in the grounds which has been designed with luxury in mind.
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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 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: 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 MoreDates: 18th Jul 2026 - 19th Jul 2026
Local residents are invited to discover a new sport and get active at West View Leisure Centre
Read MoreDate: 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 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.
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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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