Taking place today, this Sunday and Bank Holiday Monday the first Canal Festival at Haslam Park in Preston, and in Guild year as well. It’s in association with IWA (Inland Waterways Association) and the Friends of Haslam park, who also have stalls on the site. Lots to do and see such as dog agility shows, birds of prey, brass bands, kite making, classic cars, face-painting, crafts, donkey rides and many food stalls including a hog roast

Admission is free and is open from 10.00am – 5.00pm daily so don’t let the rain put you off.

Image credit: Tony Worrall

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