My three best things to do next week in Preston, Chorley & South Ribble including Penwortham Live

Senior reporter Aimee Seddon with her entertainment guide to three best things to do next week in Preston, Chorley and South Ribble

Preston

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A stall holder at the last Preston Makers Market on the Flag Market. Photo: Kelvin Lister-Stuttard | National World

First in Preston, the Preston Makers Market returns to the Flag Market on Saturday, May 9.

Set against the historic backdrop of the Harris Museum and the Flag Market, this event is a showcase of Preston’s creativity.

Expect a lively mix of food, drink, craft and entertainment.

Running between 10am and 4pm, Preston Makers Market is free entry,

South Ribble

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Penwortham Live 2025 | Paul Heyes/SRBC

Second in South Ribble, Penwortham Live takes place between Friday, May 8 and Saturday, May 9.

The weekend will see live performances across a range of venues, starting from 7pm each night.

There will be live acts on the hour every hour with each night’s final performance beginning at 10pm.

Wristbands are on sale now from participating venues, costing £6 per person, although under 12s go free.

Chorley

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Action from the 47th annual Hoghton Tower Motorcycle Sprint in 2024. | National World

Finally, in Chorley, Hoghton Tower is hosting its Motorcycle Sprint on Sunday, May 10.

Running between 9:30am and 5pm, this event is one of the longest standing motorcycle events in Lancashire.

Experience the excitement as bikes of all classes take on the challenge of the spectacular driveway at Hoghton Tower against the clock.

Practice runs will take place in the morning and the competitive timed runs in the afternoon. T

ickets are £12.50 in advance or £15 on the day whilst under 16s are free.

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