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Northern Young Adult Literary Festival 2026
Join us at The Northern YA Literary Festival for a day filled with book readings, author meet-and-greets, and lively literary discussions.
Time and DateSaturday 11th July 2026 09:30 AM until 04:00 PM
Historic Handcrafts: Peg Loom Talk & Taster with Mountain Croft Felted Fleece
Join Claire Milligan and Charlotte Duerden from Mountain Croft Felted Fleece for a talk about the history, techniques and materials used in peg looming.
Time and DateSaturday 11th July 2026 10:30 AM until 12:00 PM
What happens next: Creative Education in Lancashire
We asked the sector what creative education in Lancashire needs. Now we're asking you what we should do about it. Join the conversation.
Time and DateMonday 13th July 2026 01:30 PM until 03:00 PM
July Preston Tech Connection Hot Takes
We all have a view on a topic. Do we say it out loud though? This meet-up is all about sharing it and our panel will discuss it.
Time and DateWednesday 15th July 2026 06:00 PM until 07:30 PM
Talk: George Fox and The Friends Movement in the North
A talk looking at the origins of the Society of Friends, also known as The Quakers, and the influence of George Fox in the north of England.
Time and DateThursday 16th July 2026 01:00 PM until 02:00 PM
The Knot - Screening of the award-winning drama
THE KNOT comes to the big screen in a powerful film adaptation of the BBC Alfred Bradley Award-winning stage play. Free Tickets (PWYC on the night)
Time and DateThursday 16th July 2026 07:00 PM until 08:30 PM
Preston Freelancer Meet-Up: July
This is a regular meet up for freelancers, home workers, solopreneurs and alike. It is a really friendly and welcoming group aimed to provide the opportunity to meet and connect wi
Time and DateTuesday 21st July 2026 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM
Neolithic Pottery Workshop and Talk at Clitheroe Castle Museum
Join Dr Rick Peterson from the University of Lancashire for a pottery workshop and find out how this new material would have had a radical effect on how people lived their lives.
Time and DateTuesday 21st July 2026 07:00 PM until 08:30 PM
