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A Lookback at 2025
As we welcome in the new year, we are proud to look back on what we have achieved in 2025 at Community Gateway.
Come along to our Shape Your Space events and find out how you can improve your community. Tell us what matters to you and choose the community projects you would like to see where you live.
Find out more and register to attend the event in your neighbourhood.
This year marks 20 years since Preston City Council tenants voted “yes” to forming a tenant-led housing association focused on improving homes, neighbourhoods and local communities. Twenty years later, we continue to honour that promise.
Learn more and check out our highlights of the last 20 years.
During the colder months, we want to make sure you and your home stay warm, safe and comfortable. Here are some top tips for making sure you're all set for winter, like checking your boiler and radiators.
Read our top tips and watch our 'Help at Home' videos here.
Featured Image: Tenant consultation - Read Full Post: A Lookback at 2025
As we welcome in the new year, we are proud to look back on what we have achieved in 2025 at Community Gateway.
Featured Image: A large pile of fly tip being removed - Read Full Post: Tackling Fly Tipping In Fishwick
We want our tenants to live in well-kept neighbourhoods and be involved in making their communities better places to live. Following feedback from tenants, we recently completed a long-standing clean-up project in Fishwick that has made a lasting difference to the local community.
Featured Image: Image of chair of the Board Phil - Read Full Post: Chair's Blog - November 2025
Our November Board meeting is always an important moment to reflect, plan and make decisions that shape the future of Community Gateway Association.
Featured Image: Picture of Chair of the Board Phil - Read Full Post: Chair's Blog - October 2025
Welcome to my latest blog, in which I share highlights from our recent Community Gateway Board meeting in October.
Read Full Post: Shape Your Space
We want you to help shape the future of your community! We are excited to launch a brand-new way for you to have your say in shaping the communities where you live.
Read Full Post: Making Our Services Work For You
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First Thursday of the Month, 10am-11:30am
Every Monday, 1-3pm
Every Tuesday, 10am - 12pm
Every Friday, 10am-12pm
Every Friday, 1:30-3:30pm
Every Friday, 9:30am-11am
Every Wednesday and Friday, 2:pm-4pm
Every Friday (Multiple sessions available between 2:00pm and 4:00pm)
Every Friday, 10:30am - 12pm
Every Second Friday of every month, 2:15pm - 3:00pm
Throughout November & December 2025
Each April, we increase our rents using a set calculation from the Government. We use this money to help pay for repairs and improvements, as well as the other services we deliver to you.
Want to know more about this year’s increase? Come along to our Rents and Service Charge setting session to find out more, including how we have spent your money this year and our plans for the future. Our team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and offer advice and support.
📅 Date: Wednesday 21st January 2026
📍 Location: Harbour House, Port Way, Preston, PR2 2DW
🕔 Time: 5pm – 7pm (Food from 5pm)
Transport can be arranged to/from the session
We want to hear from you! Come share your thoughts, ideas, and feedback with us to Shape your Space!
Food and refreshments will be available whilst you chat to our teams, ask any questions or share any concerns about your local area.
Everyone who comes along and gives us their views will be entered into our prize drawer!
📅 Date: Wednesday, 28th January
📍Location: Rothwell Hall
🕒Time: 5 pm - 7 pm
We're creating a new online tenant platform, and we want to make sure it gives you exactly what you need. This is your chance to help shape our services and tell us what information, tools and features matter most to you.
Come along and tell us: What services would you like to access online, and how can we make accessing services online simpler, quicker, and more helpful?
Your views will directly influence how the new online service looks and works. Your voice really will make a difference!
📅 Date: Thursday 29th January 2026
📍 Location: Harbour House, Port Way, Preston, PR2 2DW
🕔 Time: 4:30pm – 7pm (Food from 4.30pm with the session at 5pm)
Transport can be arranged to/from the session
We want to hear from you! Come share your thoughts, ideas, and feedback with us to Shape your Space!
Food and refreshments will be available whilst you chat to our teams, ask any questions or share any concerns about your local area.
Everyone who comes along and gives us their views will be entered into our prize drawer!
📅 Date: Tuesday, 10th February
📍Location: West View Leisure Centre
🕒Time: 4 pm - 6 pm
Ran by St Catherine's Hospice. An informal group where anyone can come and chat, have a brew, and talk to others about their loss, whether their loved one has died recently or some time ago. It runs from 10:00-11:30 am on the first Thursday of the month.
There’s no need to book, and if you would like to bring a friend along for a bit of support then please do.
It’s not a counselling group and there’s no set structure to it, but anyone who wishes to introduce themselves and tell their story is welcome to; or if you would prefer to sit and listen that’s fine too.
Open every Tuesday morning 10 am-12 noon, The Community Pantry is intended to give relief to individuals/families who find themselves in immediate need and require assistance in providing basic food items for their household.
Please contact the Parish Office for details. Tel. 01772 759274
Back by popular demand, Thrifty Kitchen is back, starting Friday 31st January.
These FREE one of cooking sessions run every Friday from 1-3:30pm, helping you learn new cooking skills in a welcoming group environment. Enjoy good food, have fun and socialise with others who all have the same interest of cooking.
All equipment and ingredients are provided.
Call 01772 760760 or call into reception to book a place.
Ran by Foxton. This is a women's group that will be held every Thursday from 9.30 am until 11 am. Little ones are welcome with activities provided, so that you have some time to yourself.
Ingol Library digital skills sessions will run through a variety of subjects, from basic computer skills to shopping online and using health apps from the GP. All to make sure you feel comfortable and confident with computers and mobile devices.
Free and all are welcome.
Three sessions available
2 pm - 2.30 pm
2.45 pm – 3.15 pm
3.30 pm – 4.00 pm
Book your place below:
https://www6.apps.lancashire.gov.uk/w/webpage/event-details?eventid=375025
Whatever arts and crafts you enjoy and whatever your ability, bring your work along to The Savick Library and join their like-minded group where everyone is welcome and a friendly atmosphere is guaranteed.
Ribbleton Library are hosting a Cuppa & A Quiz session every second Friday of the month. Come along alone or bring a friend to challenge your knowledge on all sorts of subjects.
No need to book, just show up.
You'll get a free hot drink to enjoy whilst you are quizzing.
November
What’s on at No.9
A Space for Young People at The Harris
Mini Mural Window Characters with ‘ErmltsMoze’ (Becki)
Saturday, 1 November | 11am - 1pm | Ages 14–19
Be guided by Becki to turn your thoughts into visions and designs.
Harris Youth Panel Monthly Meeting with Kyra
Thursday, 6 November | 5pm - 7pm | Ages 14–19
Join this panel, have your say and help shape The Harris.
Grow Your Potential with Steph from Youth Futures
Thursday 6, 13, 20 & 27 November | 1pm - 3.30pm | Ages 16–18
Get friendly advice about college, apprenticeships, jobs and training.
Art & Creative Workshops: Self-led with Support
Saturday 8, 15, 22 & 29 November | 11am - 1pm | Ages 14–19
Weekly creative sessions to explore, experiment and express yourself.
Peace of Mind with Kiera from Lancashire Mind
Thursday 13 & 27 November | 1pm - 3.30pm | Ages 16–18
Mental health and wellbeing support and guidance.
Grow Your Potential: Get Ready for Work with Harriet
Friday 7 & 21 November | 10am - 2.30pm | Ages 16–24
Help with CVs, applications, interview practice and self-confidence.
December
What’s on at No.9
A Space for Young People at The Harris
Harris Youth Panel Monthly Meeting with Kyra
Thursday, 4 December | 5pm - 7pm | Ages 14–19
Join this panel, have your say and help shape The Harris.
Grow Your Potential: Get Ready for Work with Harriet
Friday 5 & 19 December | 10am - 2.30pm | Ages 16–24
Help with CVs, applications, interview practice and self-confidence.
Making Photography Easy: Workshop with Ash
Saturday, 6 December | 11am - 1pm | Ages 14–19
A fun session to experiment with the creative process.
Grow Your Potential with Steph from Youth Futures
Thursday 11 & 18 December | 1pm - 3.30pm | Ages 16–18
Get friendly advice about college, apprenticeships, jobs and training.
Peace of Mind with Kiera from Lancashire Mind
Thursday, 11 December | 1pm - 3.30pm | Ages 16–18
Mental health and wellbeing support and guidance.
Art & Creative Workshops: Self-led with Support
Saturday 13 & 20 December | 11am - 1pm | Ages 14–19
Weekly creative sessions to explore, experiment and express yourself.
For more information, visit theharris.org.uk/no-9/ or call 01772 905421