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Preston and Lancashire architects to run showcase within Miller Arcade

John Bridge is showcasing the mobile space he made for a city festival Pic: Studio John Bridge A collective of architects based in Preston and Lancashire are taking over the Miller Arcade for three days. An exhibition of designs and work undertaken by the architects – called […]

5 months ago
Pictures as Preston’s Christmas Lights switched on for 2023

The finalise of the Preston Christmas Lights Switch On Pic: Preston BID The annual city lights switch on drew thousands of Prestonians to the Flag Market for the festive event. Performers at the event included TikTok sensations Max and Harvey, soul legend […]

5 months ago
Transformation of neglected part of Preston continues with Christmas food, drink and entertainment pop-up

Ben Casey, Christine Cort and Neil Thornton Pic: Oliver White The exciting transformation of a neglected part of Preston continues at pace, with a Christmas food, drink and entertainment pop-up heralding the launch of a major new venue in the city. Chew’s […]

5 months ago
Review: The little Preston restaurant with arepa-tation for exceptional South American street food

Sesame plantain and king prawn arepas For this week’s review, my two companions and I visited Chamo Street Food, a small restaurant and takeaway on Moor Lane in Preston’s University Quarter serving “South American inspired street […]

5 months ago
Advertisement Advertisement Purple Flag for safe Preston city centre night out to have permanent home

The Purple Flag is currently above the Town Hall in Lancaster Road Pic: Preston City Council The city is officially flying the Purple Flag for having a great and safe night out. Preston City Council and Preston Business Improvement District have officially received the flag at […]

5 months ago
Fresh fades and new garms as rebranded Preston barbershop hosts indie fashion label pop up shop this weekend

The Everyday People crew A recently rebranded Preston City Centre barbershop is hosting a pop up shop this weekend. Everyday People – formerly JB Barbershop – will welcome Lorénzo Black on Sunday (19 November).  […]

5 months ago
Christmas appeal to help ensure children and young people in Preston receive festive gifts returns

Donations to last year's Christmas appeal at Cotton Court Pic: Cotton Court A Christmas appeal to help children and young people across Preston and Lancashire has returned. Cotton Court Business Centre in Church Street is backing the Christmas Gift Appeal in aid […]

5 months ago
Save the date to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Preston Carnival

Preston Caribbean Carnival procession 2023 Pic: Mark McLoughlin Next year’s Preston Carnival will be a special one as it marks the iconic event’s 50th anniversary. Set to take place on the bank holiday weekend of Friday 24, Saturday […]

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