Preston’s three-rosette restaurant 263 has closed and is to be replaced by a new culinary destination, Aven. It was announced today that 263 had shut yesterday (Sunday 24 September). Business […]

The Encounter Festival’s torchlight procession returns to the city this Saturday. And a raft of roads will be closed for the festival and to set up for the parade. There’s […]

Councillors have given the go-ahead to a seven-storey apartment block off Preston’s Winckley Square after hearing that it would not be out of keeping with the historic area that surrounds […]

Preston has a long history and there are many historic places and buildings to visit in all seasons. Preston is blessed with many lovely green spaces including parks and gardens. […]

Part of a former city centre Catholic College in Winckley Square is set to become apartments. Preston City Council planning officers have recommended the proposals for 36 apartments on part […]

The line-up for this year’s Lancashire Encounter Festival taking over Preston city centre for three days of arts and culture has been confirmed. Organised by Preston City Council the festival […]

The Friends of Winckley Square have organised a free Gala in the Gardens. The Georgian Square will provide the backdrop for an afternoon of fun and laughter. There will be live […]

Six Preston parks have received the Green Flag Awards for being high quality green spaces. Preston City Council retained the award for Avenham and Miller Parks, Ashton Park, Fishwick local […]