Preston families enjoy fun in the sun as UK heatwave continues

On its sun-soaked lawns, families made the most of the fine summer weather with picnics and games of cricket and frisbee, whilst others cruised happily around on their bikes.

Some enjoyed a more meditative afternoon nestled in the shade, with one painter capturing the scene on canvas, whilst others soaked up the rays or strolled along the riverside.

These were just some of the summer scenes in Preston’s Avenham and Miller Parks...