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Welcome to Visit Preston, the official tourism website for Preston, Lancashire. Here you can find inspiration for your visit to the city and its surrounding areas, including things to see and do and what's on, all in one handy location.

Getting here   About Preston

Shop, Eat, Discover Preston

Fishergate high street and shoppers

Shopping

Find a fantastic mix of big brands, brilliant boutiques and independent shops.
Young couple enjoying coffee and cake at a cafe in Preston

Food and Drink

Discover incredible independents, treat yourself to fine dining and enjoy a thriving café culture.
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Art and Culture

Immerse yourself in the city's vibrant cultural and creative scene.

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  • Fishergate high street and shoppers

    Shopping

    Find a fantastic mix of big brands, brilliant boutiques and independent shops.
  • Young couple enjoying coffee and cake at a cafe in Preston

    Food and Drink

    Discover incredible independents, treat yourself to fine dining and enjoy a thriving café culture.
  • Banner: violinists performing at The Harris

    Art and Culture

    Immerse yourself in the city's vibrant cultural and creative scene.

Latest blogs

Insider information to inspire your next trip to Preston.
Bonfire Night 2024 - Bonfire and Firework displays in and around Preston Halloween 2024: Where to Pick Pumpkins in Preston The Harris October Half Term Preparations for the Guild Lounge underway
Firework display

Bonfire Night 2024 - Bonfire and Firework displays in and around Preston

23 October 2024: Get ready for Guy Fawkes Night with the low down on some fantastic firework displays taking place across the city and surrounding Lancashire areas.
See more (Link to Bonfire Night 2024 - Bonfire and Firework displays in and around Preston)
Pumpkins of all colours, shapes, and sizes from above

Halloween 2024: Where to Pick Pumpkins in Preston

07 October 2024: Find your perfect pumpkin and get carving...
See more (Link to Halloween 2024: Where to Pick Pumpkins in Preston)
The Harris October Half Term

The Harris October Half Term

1 October: Half-term has finally landed with The Harris!
See more (Link to The Harris October Half Term)
A sign on a glass window saying The Guild Lounge

Preparations for the Guild Lounge underway

26 September: It'll be alright on the night - Work is full speed ahead at the Guild Lounge
See more (Link to Preparations for the Guild Lounge underway)
Bonfire Night 2024 - Bonfire and Firework displays in and around Preston Bonfire Night 2024 - Bonfire and Firework displays in and around Preston
Firework display

Bonfire Night 2024 - Bonfire and Firework displays in and around Preston

23 October 2024: Get ready for Guy Fawkes Night with the low down on some fantastic firework displays taking place across the city and surrounding Lancashire areas.
See more (Link to Bonfire Night 2024 - Bonfire and Firework displays in and around Preston)
Halloween 2024: Where to Pick Pumpkins in Preston Halloween 2024: Where to Pick Pumpkins in Preston
Pumpkins of all colours, shapes, and sizes from above

Halloween 2024: Where to Pick Pumpkins in Preston

07 October 2024: Find your perfect pumpkin and get carving...
See more (Link to Halloween 2024: Where to Pick Pumpkins in Preston)
The Harris October Half Term The Harris October Half Term
The Harris October Half Term

The Harris October Half Term

1 October: Half-term has finally landed with The Harris!
See more (Link to The Harris October Half Term)
Preparations for the Guild Lounge underway Preparations for the Guild Lounge underway
A sign on a glass window saying The Guild Lounge

Preparations for the Guild Lounge underway

26 September: It'll be alright on the night - Work is full speed ahead at the Guild Lounge
See more (Link to Preparations for the Guild Lounge underway)

Featured events

Key events happening in and around the city.
Thrilling Halloween Hashtag Quiz at Chew's Yard

Thrilling Halloween Hashtag Quiz at Chew's Yard

Halloween Horror at Artch Studios

Halloween Horror at Artch Studios

Wildlife-Friendly Bonfire Night at Brockholes

Wildlife-Friendly Bonfire Night at Brockholes

Preston Grasshoppers Annual Fireworks Display, Bonfire and Funfair

Preston Grasshoppers Annual Fireworks Display, Bonfire and Funfair

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