Menu

Flag Market

The Flag Market is within the centre of Preston, the central square it is faced onto by the Harris Museum and Art Gallery amongst other buildings

In pictures: Preston pauses for Remembrance Sunday service

Armed forces gathered on the Flag Market to mark Remembrance Sunday Pic: Michael Porter Preston gathered amid damp scenes on the city’s Flag Market to mark Remembrance Sunday. The annual service and parade saw thousands of people come to pay their respects in memory […]

6 months ago
Remembrance Sunday parade in Preston diverted after suspect package found on Flag Market

Cordon in place at the Flag Market on November 10 Preston’s parade to mark Remembrance Sunday was diverted after police were forced to evacuated the Flag Market. The pre-procession was due to finish at the Flag Market for the Remembrance […]

6 months ago
Remembrance Sunday in Preston – parade route, road closures and timings

Remembrance parade in the city Pic: Michael Porter Preston will fall silent during Sunday morning to remember the fallen. A Remembrance parade takes place through the city centre during Sunday (10 November). Preston City Council has confirmed details […]

6 months ago
Help us find the Preston star who will switch on the city’s Christmas lights for 2024

Our previous Switch On Stars, Georgette, Abigail and Jake Do you know a Proud Prestonian who has done something amazing during 2024? In partnership with the organisers of the Christmas Lights Switch On, Preston BID, we are seeking nominations for someone to […]

7 months ago
Advertisement
Advertisement
New modern and heritage-style lighting to improve vibe of area around Harris Museum

Market Street's new approved lighting poles Part of Preston city centre is to get a new night-time look with the installation of dozens of distinctive streetlights. A mixture of modern and heritage-style lighting will be introduced […]

7 months ago
Preston Christmas Lights Switch On set to welcome in festive season on the Flag Market

The finale of the Preston Christmas Lights Switch On 2023 Pic: Preston BID Preston’s Christmas Lights Switch On is set to welcome in the festive season once again this year. The event is set to light up the city from 5.30pm on Saturday […]

7 months ago
Shankly Hotel development hits further delays as administrators struggle to finish work and return money owed to lenders

Preston’s long-awaited Shankly Hotel development faces another delay as building and planning issues continue to slow down progress. The hotel – originally described as offering a 65-rooms with a bar, […]

7 months ago
Discover local talent and tasty treats at Preston Makers Market this October

Food trader image for Preston Makers Market The Makers Market is bringing the best of the North West to Preston’s Flag Market once again on Saturday 12 October. Running from 10am to 4pm, the market promises to be filled with local […]

8 months ago
Most Discussed Most Read
Preston in pictures Avanti Pendolino 390 151Plug and Taps, PrestonPeace and calm in the Black Horse, Preston...Best BuddiesStreetStreetStreetStreet View more
Advertisement
Subscribe to the newsletter

Sign up below to receive Blog Preston's email newsletter. It wings its way into inboxes every Sunday and Wednesday rounding up our top stories and more.

Advertisement
News by location

Find news by location, select an area of your choice to be kept up to date with the latest goings on.

The Preston Guide

Discover local businesses and services near you.

Advertisement
Categories

Find news by category, select an category of your choice to be kept up to date with the latest goings on.

Blog Preston email updates

Receive our digest of the biggest and best stories every Sunday to your email inbox

We respect your privacy and you can unsubscribe at any time from our emails