Friends of Winckley Square Gardens

11/06/2026

Every year the Friends of Winckley Square organise a COMPLETELY FREE FAMILY FUN FESTIVAL. No entrance fee, all the entertainment and activities are FREE. There is something for all ages. Sit and relax and sip a PIMMs or a beer from our POP UP bar whilst watching the show or dance. It will be a FUN PACKED DAY with lots to do and join in. If you came last year you will know that everyone had a fantastic time. PLEASE SHARE
DONATION - We work hard all the year round to raise funds to offer both this event and the Christmas Concert FREE. But we still could not do this without the support of Preston City Council & local businesses. So help us continue doing this for families by giving a donation. PLEASE SHARE with friends and family.

10/06/2026

FULL DAY HERITAGE EVENT: At Home in Preston with FoWS and PHS 4 July 9.15am to 4pm LUNCH INCLUDED Book soon there are only a few places left https://www.trybooking.com/uk/GIQN
Enjoy a full day of heritage events offering a deep delve into Preston’s wonderful history. With Keynote speaker Steve Harrison, who is well known for his very entertaining talks and the many different guided walks he leads. A performance by Jenifer Reid who performs C19 work songs in the Lancashire dialect and broadside ballads. She has toured with Eliza Carthy and recently returned from a 4-month solo tour of New Zealand- to critical acclaim. A choice of two optional activities in the morning and afternoon which includes guided tours of the Harris and Lancashire Archives and seven Guided Walks to choose from.

02/06/2026

Date for your diary Winckley Square Festival 26 July 12noon to 4pm. All entertainment and activities completely FREE. Bring a picnic and no need to spend a penny. But please support us by visiting our cheap pop-up bar for cold beer and PIMMs. Bring the family for a really great day out.

30/05/2026

25/05/2026

Young Jazz on the Square 30 May 2pm to 4pm Due to be a lovely day tomorrow. Come to Winckley Square, bring a picnic and enjoy a beer or a PIMMs from our pup up bar whilst listening to some very talented young.musicians.

23/05/2026

This is shaping up to be a fantastic afternoon. It's a picnic and chillax vibe in the heart of Preston.

19/05/2026

There are two places available due to a cancellation on The Edith Rigby Guided Walk Thursday 21st May 10.15 to 11.45 with Judy Beeston Please book

Join Judy Beeston, Friend of Winckley Square Tour Guide and step back in time and discover the remarkable story of Preston’s most famous...

18/05/2026

BIBAs 2026 Finalist
We are absolutely delighted to announce that Winckley Square Community Interest Company (WSCIC) and Friends of Winckley Square (FoWS) have been named finalists in the BIBAs on Tour 2026 – Community/Third Sector Business of the Year category.
This recognition is a wonderful tribute to our incredible team of volunteers, whose dedication and hard work throughout the year make it possible to deliver FREE family and community events in the Gardens during the summer and Christmas seasons.
We are also hugely grateful to the many local businesses, organisations and individuals who support us in so many different ways through sponsorship, expertise, donations and practical help. Their support enables us to continue making heritage, culture and community events accessible to everyone.
The positive feedback we receive from people who attend our events and enjoy the Gardens means so much to us, so it is especially rewarding to see our work recognised more widely through the BIBAs.
2026 also marks the 10th anniversary of Friends of Winckley Square, making reaching the final itself a very special achievement.
Wish us luck!

15/05/2026

Preston Suffragettes and Suffragists Guided Walk 23 May 10am-12pm Three places left.
Polite persuasion or bombs? Join Helen Howell on this guided walk which follows in the footsteps of Preston women fighting for the right to vote and discover their tactics. BOOK £5

Polite persuasion or bombs? Join Helen Howell on this guided walk which follows in the footsteps of Preston women fighting for the right to vote...