There were also plenty of people enjoying the sun the Wickley Square in Preston city centre.
Here’s a selection of the best pictures.
5. wlep-18-07-2022-preston heatwave-11-nw.JPG
Josh Webster plays a game in Avenham Park despite the blistering temperatures Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
6. wlep-18-07-2022-preston heatwave-9-nw.JPG
A cyclist in Avenham Park braving the blistering sun Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
7. Brett Davenport enjoying the sun on his dinner break in Winckley Square. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
Brett Davenport enjoying the sun on his dinner break in Winckley Square Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
8. wlep-18-07-2022-preston heatwave-10-nw.JPG
Jordan Tyrer and Natalie Smith enjoying the sun in Avenham Park Photo: Kelvin Stuttard