Mayor of Preston

12/06/2026

⭐ Madam Mayor attended a number of events this past week:

✂️ The Mayor attended the opening of the Rowan unit at Dovehaven Lodge Ingol to cut the ribbon. A place for people with Dementia and other complex issues.

🧵 The High sheriff of Lancashire’s Gathering of Mayors visit to Queen Street Mill Museum Textile Factory. A very interesting visit with demonstrations of how the looms and machinery worked to make cotton items.

🎸 A charity event at Brookfield Hall relaunched mental health service 'Freea', for women facing domestic violence. They are expanding into Preston working collaboratively with Hope Prevails Preston. Madam Mayor joined young music band playing guitar!

⭐ Students from Runshaw college met with the Mayor whilst on work experience with Shout Connect. They presented their work on Preston’s Town Twinning project which was exceptional .

05/06/2026

⭐ Madam Mayor enjoyed another week of activities amongst Preston's communities.

❤️ Madam Mayor attended Rosemere Cancer Foundation Eid charity dinner alongside Professor Munawar and the Rosemere team. £10K was raised on the evening and Madam Mayor gave a speech highlighting the importance of research and treatment which are life lines to cancer patients, she also thanked all that contributed to this worthwhile cause.

🌞 Goosnargh and Whittingham Whitsuntide Festival was a lot of fun on a lovely sunny day.

🍰 Goosnargh Methodist Church held an event for the opening of their new extension, Madam mayor attended their Sunday service and enjoyed an afternoon tea.

29/05/2026

⭐ Madam Mayor, Councillor Nweeda Khan has had a busy first week as Mayor of Preston beginning with lots of ribbon cuttings!

🌉 The opening of Preston's new Tram Bridge on Avenham Park.
✂️ Opening the latest exhibition at The Harris - The World of Martin Brown, Horrible Histories and other Dazzling Drawings.
🌞 Beginning the procession for Preston Caribbean Carnival
👉 Attending the Jewish Culture Exhibition at The Harris.
🫖 Afternoon Tea at Jalgos Sports & Social Club with seniors.
👥 Charity event Preston Islamic and community centre.
❤️ Rosemere Cancer Foundation charity dinner.

28/05/2026

Madam Mayor attended the opening of the latest exhibition at The Harris.

The World of Martin Brown: Horrible Histories and Other Dazzling Drawings - is now officially open!

🗣️ The World of Martin Brown: Horrible Histories and Other Dazzling Drawings is officially open in Gallery One!

✂️ Martin Brown, the Mayor of Preston and Councillor Matthew Brown popped down to The Harris to cut the ribbon and welcome history lovers and illustration enthusiasts alike.

💭 Come and check it out for yourself, and see Martin’s imagination come to life. Discover original art, exclusive content and even dress up as your favourite character!

📌 Until 31 August, Gallery One.
📸 Michael Porter

28/05/2026

Madam Mayor, Councillor Nweeda Khan cut the ribbon last Friday for the opening of Preston's brand new Tram Bridge.

🌞 It was a fantastic Day. Thank you to the thousands of residents and visitors who turned out on such a hot and sunny day!

21/05/2026

✨ The City of Preston welcomed Councillor Nweeda Khan as the 698th Mayor of Preston for 2026/2027.

The chosen charities for Madam Mayor are Macmillan Cancer Support, NSPCC and Sahara, all of which have a special meaning to Madam Mayor. Councillor Siraz Natha, is the new Deputy Mayor.

📸 Here are a few photos of last night’s Mayor Making event courtesy of Michael Porter Photography

20/05/2026

Councillor Sue Whittam’s final blog as Mayor is now live 💫

Reflecting on a memorable and rewarding year in office, this special farewell blog highlights the people, events and community spirit that have made her mayoral year so meaningful.

Read more here ⬇️
https://preston.pulse.ly/ul4yqpvpha

07/05/2026

🎉 Yesterday Madam Mayor welcomed local florist Margaret Mason to the parlour for Margaret's 90th Birthday!

Happy Birthday Margaret 🎂

21/04/2026

⭐ Find out what Madam Mayor of Preston got up to in March, in her latest blog 👇

https://preston.pulse.ly/ngpo5kmrnk

20/04/2026

A fantastic night celebrating community at the Mayor’s Ball on Saturday 18 April at Masons Lodge. It was an honour to welcome Nick Park and his wife Mags Connolly-Park, and to share such a memorable evening with so many wonderful guests. ✨

On the evening, over £6,000 was raised for the Mayor's charities, a huge thank you to everyone who contributed.