SNAP SOME STREET ART IN PRESTON Preston is really blossoming as a city of colour, with street art murals popping up around the city, entertainment venues offering lots to do and of course its music venues delivering live music over the weekends. Thanks to the Street Art Cities App you can easily find the locations of some beautiful artworks by a variety of street art artists, including local lad Shawn Sharpe who has delivered some incredible pieces including a tribute to Preston-born suffragette Edith Rigby, and a wall of past players at Deepdale Stadium. The historic tram bridge over the River Ribble has recently reopened, providing a nice riverside circular that takes in the beautiful Avenham Park and The Continental Pub; a great venue offering delicious food and amazing live music. Don't miss The Harris Museum and its brilliant exhibitions too, and after, grab a bite to eat in Michelin recognised restaurant Aven just off Winckley Square.
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CHECK OUT AMAZING ACCRINGTON FOR EVENTS AND A LITTLE BIT OF HISTORY
Haworth Art Gallery
Accrington is known for its great programme of events through the summer, so be sure to put this market town on your list of must-visit places. The Accrington Food and Drink Festival is held at the start of June each year then the town comes alive for Accrington Soapbox over August Bank Holiday. You can also discover the story of one of the founding fathers of Football at Accrington Stanley football club and marvel at the UK’s largest collection of Tiffany Glass at Howarth Art Gallery. Nearby, the historic market town of Great Harwood closes off the summer with a huge Transport Weekend on the 5th and 6th September and is a fantastic option throughout the year for boutique shopping and a bite to eat.
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