My three best things to do next week in Preston, Chorley & South Ribble inc St Catherine's Yellow Day

First in Preston, a Pretty Muddy 5k is being held at Avenham and Miller Park on Saturday, June 6.

Participants will have an unforgettable day out as they climb, crawl and slide their way around the Pretty Muddy5k obstacle course.

There's no pressure to finish in a certain time, so take it at your own pace, get muddy and enjoy the atmosphere as you raise money for cancer research uk.

You do have to book your place and only one time slot is currently available.

Over in South Ribble, St Catherine’s Yellow Day returns on Sunday, June 7 to St Catherine’s Park in Lostock Hall.

Hosted by St Catherine’s Hospice and running from 11am to 4pm, Yellow Day is a way for the Hospice to thank the communities that support its work, in a colourful day of free entertainment.

There will be samba drumming, fire breathing, cricket and football games, Character Meet & Greets, circus and dance performances and workshops, classic cars, street food and an artisan market.

Parents will also be able to pay for children’s fairground rides and inflatables.

One of the biggest highlights of this annual event is then the Duck Race on the river through the beautiful St Catherine’s Park.

Finally, in Chorley, Picnic in the Park returns to Astley Park on Sunday 7 June 2026, this year getting into the football world cup spirit!

From 12 noon to 4pm attendees can enjoy lots of free entertainment with an international and football theme, including live music, stage entertainment, walkabout acts, a chance to practice football skills, arts and crafts and more!

Paid activities will include facepainting and children’s fairground rides.

A great range of food traders will also be available to purchase from on the day, offering a delicious variety of foods, refreshments and sweet treats.