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150 Year Anniversary Celebration of the Preston Market Canopy

Type:Experience Days

Preston Market Hall, Earl Street, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 2JA

Tel: 01772 906 048

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150 Year Anniversary Celebration of the Preston Market Canopy

The iconic, Victorian Preston Market canopy turns 150 this year and to mark this historic occasion, will be hosting a two-day Victorian-themed celebration.

Standing tall since 1875 Preston Markets' Victorian canopy has sheltered generations of traders and welcomed countless visitors.  Join Preston Markets this August to step back in time and experience a taste of Victorian Preston with a range of performers.

Friday:
Fagen and Dodge, Oliver Twist characters.
Diamond, a close up magician.
Penny Farthing riding in Victorian costume.
A Victorian stall holder with stories of Victorian life.

Saturday:
Acro Chaps, Victorian strong men.
Café Society, band.
Penny Farthing riding in Victorian costume.
Victorian characters on stilts.
A Victorian stall holder with stories of Victorian life.

Arrive in style.  On Saturday, dress in your best Victorian attire to be in with a chance of winning a Preston Markets goody bag.  

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Opening Times

Season (15 Aug 2025 - 16 Aug 2025)
DayTimes
Friday - Saturday11:00 - 15:00

Prices

Free event.

Awards

  • Sub-Regional AwardsPartner of Visit Lancashire Partner of Visit Lancashire 2018

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