Preston City Council is an innovative Council championing a pioneering city. Dedicated to delivering sustainable public services and enabling solutions for long-term community wealth.
Our ambition is to deliver a fair and strong economy in a culturally rich, healthy, clean and green city where everyone matters. We’re a Council that’s synonymous with the ‘Preston Model’ – a community wealth building approach to socio-economic challenges and equalities. Putting prosperity and power in the hands of local people for a democratic economy, working together with business and communities to achieve shared ambitions and priorities, and to deliver a fair, inclusive and prosperous city.
Creativity Works Preston provides alternative education to marginalised people who need to learn in a different way to the traditional education system. The crux of the learning environment and pedagogy is learning through doing. We do this by providing an inclusive, professional and supportive learning environment for individuals irrespective of their circumstances or background. We have a fully equipped Production Centre offering Hair & Beauty, Music, Film & Photography, Textiles, Art and Design, Food Tech that is based upon the Danish Production school
model.
Hive Land & Planning, based in Salford, works with local authorities and developers to unlock sites and create impactful places. Specialising in effective planning and development, we combine practical expertise with collaboration. Our approach is grounded in integrity, respect, and a commitment to building communities for today and the future.
Global Ardour Recycling processes large volumes of ferrous and non-ferrous metals for tradesmen, households and businesses. Although the company has a footprint across the UK, it remains firmly rooted in Preston. Supporting local charities and community organisations is an important part of its commitment to giving back to the community.
Founded in 2001, UK Carline Limited is a Preston-based, independent vehicle leasing and contract hire specialist. We build long-term relationships with local businesses and personal customers alike, providing honest, impartial advice and tailored car, van and fleet solutions. Our experienced team is trusted for reliability, personal service and lasting value.
Boasting experiences that everyone will love, Animate is a place of fun and community right in the heart of Preston.
Plenty of food and drink, hours of exciting entertainment, and just a great place to hang out, Animate has it all.
With Hollywood Bowl and Arc Cinema, you can be sure to have a good time with your friends and family competing in bowling, or watching something exciting on the big screen, or enjoy filling up at Taco Bell, Ask Italian, Wagamama, Cosmo, and Mad Giant all serving up the tastiest dining experiences, and finally Argento Lounge has it all for long lazy breakfasts, brunch and lunch, or dinner and drinks served in a relaxed, welcoming space.
A hub of community news and information about Preston and the surrounding area. Established in 2009, Blog Preston is a Community Interest Company operating across digital and social media telling the stories of people and organisations across the city. Our stories regularly set the agenda across Preston.
Proud Preston 2026's Charity Partner.
Due to open in early 2026, the state-of-the-art Youth Zone will offer young people from eight to 19 access to facilities and activities in sports, arts, performance, and enterprise. Staffed by skilled youth workers, this is a space for young people to find mentors, confidants and guides who will empower and champion them, giving them the chance to grow, create, connect, and thrive.
