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Blogs featured are for 2024. For previous posts see our archive:
Christmas crafts in Preston
Expand your creative skills this Christmas with a range of craft workshops, from Christmas wreath making, to a family friendly bauble decorating workshop, or give a rustic twist on traditional wreath making by taking part in the rag wreath workshops.
Free Christmas city centre parking
Free Christmas parking to make your Christmas shopping and festive outings that little bit easier.
Where to Meet Santa for Christmas 2024
04 November 2024: Santa is coming to Preston in all kinds of ways this year...
City's High Street Heroes' Honoured at Guild Hall Ceremony
1 November 2024: Preston's 'High Street Heroes' were crowned at a city centre awards ceremony, last night.
Radio 2 in the Park Boosts Preston Economy by £5.3 Million
31 October 2024: In September, Preston's Moor Park was the vibrant setting for BBC Radio 2 in the Park, as global superstars like the Pet Shop Boys, Sting, and Sugababes drew thousands of music fans from across the country.
Preparations for the Guild Lounge underway
26 September: It'll be alright on the night - Work is full speed ahead at the Guild Lounge
Preston Community Arts and Culture Sponsorship
18 September: We're pleased to share our Sponsorship Packages for Preston Community Arts and Culture Events.
Line up unveiled for Lancashire Fringe - the UK's biggest free performance festival
16 September 2024: The line up has been announced for Preston's biggest performance festival - with some of the UK's best shows coming to the city.
Visit Preston caught up with Jeremy Vine at Radio 2 in the Park
13 September 2024: Visit Preston caught up with Jeremy Vine, one of the most distinguished presenters at Radio 2 in the Park on Saturday, for a quick chat about Preston, music and cycling.
Radio 2 in the Park 2024 highlights
12 September 2024: highlights in images of an incredible weekend of music at Moor Park.