Parks
Un-Convention comes to Preston to champion independent music
Avenham Park and the New Continental will pay host to the 22nd Un-Convention – a series of music events and conferences aimed at grass roots artists, writers, labels and entrepreneurs. Taking place on June 17, the main day’s activities will be based around panel discussions and workshops while the Continental will host a series of live acts in the evening. Jeff Thompson, the organiser of [...]
729 days ago by Joseph Stashko Share
Police issue warning after spate of bag thefts
Police are reminding members of the public to keep their belongings with them after a number of unattended bags were stolen in a Preston park. Four reports have been received over the past two weeks of bags or items from bags being stolen from Avenham Park whilst they were left unattended. Insp Eddie Newton said: “It appears that whilst residents have been enjoying the sunshine [...]
757 days ago by Andy Halls Share
Preston teens challenged to get stuck in with communities
Preston teenagers have the chance to go on a low-cost adventure programme that will test their physical, creative and community spirit. ‘The Challenge’ is part of the government’s new National Citizen Service inspiring young people to unlock their potential, and develop their independence, teamwork and communication skills. For just £50, this 3 week programme will throw them in at the deep end – they will [...]
770 days ago by Andy Halls Share
New indoor skate park opening delayed
Untitled from Arc Skatepark on Vimeo. Anger is growing as teens are ‘left in the dark’ over plans for a new skate park in Preston. It was announced at the beginning of the year that the city’s only indoor skating park would be ready this month. The plans will see a 15,000 ft warehouse on School Street converted, which will also include a café, indoor [...]
785 days ago by Cara Woodley Share
Wood carver returns to Preston park
Experience chainsaw wood carver Mick Burns has return to Preston to create two new benches to be placed in the children’s play area in Moor Park
786 days ago by James Roche Share
The Guild Wheel – Collaborate on our map
As part of the forthcoming Guild 2012 celebrations, a 21 mile cycle and walk way has been created around Preston, linking together 5 existing Sustrans routes. The Guild Wheel is intended to provide a 21 mile circular walk that will be a significant area of tourism as well as drawing attention to many of the attractions along the way. I thought it’d be a good [...]
809 days ago by Joseph Stashko Share