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Things to Do in and around Preston

Some things to do whether it’s sunny or raining in Preston, Lancashire. Some are time-limited events in the city while others are timeless places to go and enjoy a day, morning or afternoon out.

Pop-up space at farm near Cottam to host six festival-themed events this spring and summer

The Collecting Yard pop up event space Pic: Collecting Yard / Facebook A new pop-up event space will launch soon on a farm near Cottam. The Collecting Yard, which is located in Lea Town, is set to host six events throughout spring […]

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Preston’s SHOP to host new exhibition by local photographer

Photographer Ash Hardman is exhibiting his work at SHOP. Pic Ash Hardman A new pop-up photography exhibition aims to start a discussion about housing in the UK. The Great British Housing Crisis – A Photography Exhibition features the work of photographer Ash […]

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Riley Green Marina given retrospective approval for archery, cycling and boot-camp expansion

Riley Green Marina shipping container The site of a summer wedding venue in Chorley will be used for outdoor sport and recreation activities in the months when marriages are not being conducted. Chorley Council’s planning […]

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What’s Your Story Chorley returns for 2024 with authors, speakers, poets and musicians

A book reading at What's Your Story Chorley last year Pic: Paul Heyes What’s Your Story Chorley is returning for 2024. The well-known annual festival of words returns to Chorley town centre on Saturday 23 March following a successful event last year. The […]

2 weeks ago
Advertisement Advertisement The Chorley 10K and 2K Family Run event is back for 2024

Hundreds of runners took part in the Chorley 10K race in 2023 Pic: Paul Heyes The Chorley 10K and 2K Family Run will return on Sunday 5 May. Registration is now open for the event, which is in its fifth year and organised by Chorley […]

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Paw Patrol star to visit Preston City Centre toy shop this weekend

Paw Patrol stars at The Entertainer Children in Preston will have the opportunity to meet Paw Patrol star, Skye, at The Entertainer on Saturday (24 February). Fans can catch up with the courageous pup at the […]

4 weeks ago
Local talent to take centre stage at The Preston Weekender

Evil Blizzard Organisers of The Preston Weekender have pledged their commitment to profiling local talent alongside established performers. The event, organised by Preston Business Improvement District (BID) in partnership with city centre […]

4 weeks ago
Holi colour run with a twist to celebrate the arrival of spring at Cuerden Valley Park

The colorful shoes and legs of teenagers at colour run event A Holi colour run is set to celebrate the arrival of spring at Cuerden Valley Park. The park team has joined forces with the Gujarat Hindu Society Preston to host […]

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