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Preston Weekender to bring host of concerts and events to the Flag Market

Event at the Flag Market The Preston Weekender is set to hit the city’s Flag Market with a host of exciting concerts and events. Kickstarting the Weekender, which takes place from Friday 11 to Sunday […]

2 years ago
Preston’s Windrush 75 Festival to be held in Avenham Park

Preston is set to honour the Windrush Generation with a special event on the 75th anniversary of their arrival to the UK.  The Windrush 75 Festival will be held on […]

2 years ago
Hollywood Exports in Preston city centre forced to close store

The store is hidden behind the scaffolding works Pic: Hollywood Exports - Vintage Clothing Co. Independent retailer, Hollywood Exports has closed its physical store in Preston City Centre. The vintage clothing store featuring hand-picked items from California, was a popular hotspot for students since its […]

2 years ago
Geek Retreat Preston closes after just eight months due to ‘sustained and severe’ anti-social behaviour

The store in Friargate Pic: Geek Retreat Preston / Facebook Geek Retreat Preston has closed its doors, just eight months after opening in the city centre. The popular spot in Friargate was part of a nationwide geek culture retail chain. […]

2 years ago
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Preston firms urged to give city gift card as staff gift

Customer with Preston Gift Card With less than three months until Christmas, Preston BID has revealed new research showing that gift cards are the top choice for employee rewards.  Research from Preston BID has found […]

2 years ago
We’re looking for someone to light up Preston this Christmas

Preston Christmas Lights Switch On 2022 promo In partnership with the organisers of the Christmas Lights Switch On, Preston BID and Smooth Radio North West, we are seeking nominations for a Proud Prestonian to switch on the city’s Christmas lights. […]

2 years ago
Preston Christmas Lights Switch On 2022 line-up revealed

Preston Christmas Lights Switch on 2021 Pic: Michael Porter Photography Preston’s Christmas lights are set to be lit on Saturday 19 November following the Switch On event, which gets underway from 5.30pm. The show, which takes place on the city’s Flag […]

3 years ago
Preston Christmas lights 2022 switch-on date and time confirmed

Preston BID has announced the date and time for Preston’s Christmas light switch-on, with special guests confirmed today. The lights will be switched on Saturday, 19 November 2022, from 5.30pm […]

3 years ago
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