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1 day ago | 
blogpreston.co.uk | Kate Rosindale
A Preston singer-songwriter has collaborated with a US rapper on a new song. Owen Holt’s debut single, She’s The One, features Mesa, who is based in New York City. Owen is a rising artist whose music draws from pop, R&B, urban, soul, and hip-hop influences. His sound is described as being defined by raw storytelling, emotional depth, and melodies that resonate. Thanks to the Mesa collaboration, Owen has already been given the incredible opportunity of performing at London’s Indigo at The O2.
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2 days ago | 
blogpreston.co.uk | Kate Rosindale
A thunderstorm warning means Jazzin’ the Park 2025 won’t take place in a park after all, but indoors at 53 Degrees. Although the event is moving from the usual venue of Winckley Square, it will continue tomorrow (Saturday 7 June) as planned from 12pm to 7pm. The event is the finale of Preston Jazz Festival, which has seen around 40 free musical events and activities take place in the city since Sunday 18 May.
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4 days ago | 
blogpreston.co.uk | Kate Rosindale
A former food hall trader has graduated to owning a city centre eatery, just months after going into business. Kieran Tolenaar launched Saucier at Chew’s Yard in November last year and has now moved to his own premises at 17-19 Market Street. 25-year-old Kieran launched the new concept restaurant on Sunday (1 June), offering fresh pasta and Italian sandwiches daily, using quality, local ingredients, all at an affordable price.
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5 days ago | 
blogpreston.co.uk | Kate Rosindale
Some of this year’s best Edinburgh Fringe shows are coming to Preston for special preview nights before they head to Scotland for the world’s biggest fringe festival. Preston arts venue ARTCH Studios will host two nights of shows on Thursday 12 June and Friday 13 June, featuring stand-up comedy, spoken word and performances.
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6 days ago | 
blogpreston.co.uk | Kate Rosindale
A crowdfunder has been launched for an open call photography exhibition that will feature images of Preston. PP: Preston Pictured will feature over 20 large-scale photographic images with the only criteria being that they were taken in Preston. Any genre of image will be eligible to be considered for the project, which has been organised by Garry Cook and his Enjoy the Show organisation.
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1 week ago | 
blogpreston.co.uk | Kate Rosindale
An enlightened teacher is travelling from India to Preston to lead a meditation retreat. Organised by Jyoti Yoga, the retreat will see true Siddha Maha yogi Swami Nardanand ji coming to town. The retreat is open to everyone, whether they are interested in meditation or have never meditated before. It’s designed for those who are keen on self development and would like to find peace inside themselves.
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1 week ago | 
blogpreston.co.uk | Kate Rosindale
A popular Manchester singles event is coming to Preston for the first time. The Single Mingle debut event will take place at Baluga Bar and Club on Saturday 7 June. Offering singles in their 50s and 60s a fun, relaxed and pressure-free way to meet in person – with no apps or speed dating – the event promises to be a fun night out. Single Mingle events typically draw over 200 attendees and often sell out.
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1 week ago | 
blogpreston.co.uk | Kate Rosindale
Recycling Lives is set to hold its first-ever charity gala at Ribby Hall Village. The event will start with welcome drinks and a three-course meal, followed by a charity auction. A guest speaker and a DJ will bring the evening to a close. The charity’s Katrina Walmsley said: “We are hoping to raise funds and more importantly set up new relationships that will be able to support our mission to create jobs, secure housing, reduce food waste, and support vulnerable communities.
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1 week ago | 
blogpreston.co.uk | Kate Rosindale
A play about the 1612 trial of the Pendle Witches is coming to Ashton-on-Ribble. Maleficium: A Story of the Pendle Witches reimagines the tale of the women who were accused of witchcraft and executed over 400 years ago. The play uses contemporary notes of the trial to bring their voices to life, exploring themes of superstition, politics, and ambition. Presented by SATA Theatre, the play is written by Tony Balmer.
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1 week ago | 
blogpreston.co.uk | Kate Rosindale
A group of UCLan Acting students are putting on a production of That Face by Polly Stenham. The play is described as a harrowing yet darkly comic portrayal of a family on the edge of collapse. The story follows siblings Mia and Henry, who are thrust into chaos when a boarding school prank goes too far, uncovering their mother’s struggles with alcoholism and mental illness.
