Upcoming events.
VERB T (The Four Owls) + guests - THE FERRET is 20! UK Hiphop Special
THE FERRET is 20!
"The Ferret is 20!" is a series of special events celebrating 20 years of The Ferret in Preston. Between May & August, we'll be presenting a series of shows featuring some of our favourite artists from around the world - as well as grassroots artists from the across the North West & around the UK.
AND, thanks to public funding by Arts Council England, this series of shows will all be FREE ENTRY &/or very low-cost. Our aim is to encourage more people to experience world-class live music in the intimate setting of The Ferret.
We'll be asking you to tell a friend, invite someone who has never been to The Ferret, invite someone who loves live music but hasn't been to a gig in yonks, maybe invite someone who doesn't even realise what's right on their doorstep.
The Ferret is 20! UK HIP-HOP SPECIAL
VERB T
The Four Owls // High Focus Records
HALF DECENT
Oxford-based rapper & producer
DJ MARK SKI
DJ & producer // FFSYTHO? live DJ
BRAPSCALLION
Lo-Fi House + Hip-Hop
PIQUE ROSCO
Northern Hip-Hop Wordsmith
WARRIOR TALES
Hip Hop & Spoken Word
BIG THINGS DJs
Beats & pieces
Fri 12th June 2026
7pm - late
The Ferret, Preston
FIRST 50 TICKETS ARE COMPLETELY FREE OF CHARGE!
Then just £5 per ticket (while stocks last).
Claim your free tickets here:
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: The Ferret is 20! ft VERB T + Half Decent + DJ Mark Ski + more tickets from Skiddle .
Capacity is limited, so grab a FREE TICKET now to guarantee entry. PLEASE only take as many tickets as you need - if you need to return any tickets, please let us know so other Ferret Friends can use them.
Claim your free tickets at skiddle.com/e/42447131
Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
Check out the amazing lineup:
>>> VERB T
Verb T is one of the most prolific hip hop artists in the UK and a member of supergroup The Four Owls, he has worked with most of the biggest names in UK hip hop including Jehst, Sway, Harry Love and many more. Verbs is an artist with a unique style and lyrical outlook embracing classic 90's U.S hip hop as well as experimenting with new styles with his own production. Noted influences include artists such as Slick Rick, Al Green, De La Soul, and Jimi Hendrix. Verb T's music has covered topics of social awareness, paranoia, drug addiction and self improvement.
A cornerstone of UK underground hip hop, Verb T is known for his razor-sharp storytelling, dark humour and unmistakable laid-back flow. Emerging from London's late-90s open mic scene, he built a cult following through acclaimed solo releases, collaborations with producer Harry Love, and landmark projects on Low Life Records and High Focus Records.
A founding member of The Four Owls alongside Fliptrix, Leaf Dog and BVA, Verb T has toured extensively across the UK, Europe and the US, sharing stages and records with names including Sway, Jehst, DJ Premier, Kool G Rap and R.A. The Rugged Man.
With a catalogue spanning underground classics like Bring It Back To Basics, Morning Process and the Foggy trilogy with Illinformed, Verb T remains one of UK rap's most respected and consistent voices, still pushing forward with recent releases including The Tower Where The Phantom Lives and 2025's To Love A Phantom with Vic Grimes.
>>> HALF DECENT
Half Decent is an Oxford-London based rapper and producer turning heads in the UK and beyond. Half Decent puts relatable and thought-provoking lyrics at the forefront of his eclectic sound. He's a keen observational lyricist, who blurs the lines between genres, making him a truly unique artist.
>>> DJ MARK SKI
DJ Mark Ski is a Northampton hip-hop DJ, turntablist and producer widely regarded as the "Godfather of the Northampton Hip-Hop scene". Known for his razor-sharp cuts and heavyweight live sets, he's shared stages with some of the genre's biggest names and currently serves as live DJ for FFSYTHO, bringing raw energy and classic hip-hop craftsmanship to every performance.
BRAPSCALLION
Lo-Fi House + Hip-Hop
PIQUE ROSCO
Northern Hip-Hop Wordsmith
WARRIOR TALES
Hip Hop & Spoken Word
BIG THINGS DJs
Beats & pieces
The Ferret is 20! UK HIP-HOP SPECIAL
VERB T
HALF DECENT
DJ MARK SKI
BRAPSCALLION
PIQUE ROSCO
WARRIOR TALES
BIG THINGS DJs
Fri 12th June 2026
7pm - late
The Ferret, Preston
Claim your free tickets at skiddle.com/e/42447131
Capacity is limited, so grab a FREE TICKET now to guarantee entry. PLEASE only take as many tickets as you need - if you need to return any tickets, please let us know so other Ferret Friends can use them.
Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
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All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Preston DJ Social
Preston DJ Social
Sunday 14th June
3–7PM
The Ferret, Preston
We’re nearly in the middle of the year and we’ve only had one “normal” social. The next one is at @theferretpreston 3PM - 7PM on Sunday the 14th of June. Were keeping it simple, play some tunes and hang out. If the weather's good, we might be outside in the sunshine. Looking forward to seeing everyone in a chilled-out, laid-back setting.
Open deck sign-up is on the day, newcomers and friends welcome. Sets are 15 minutes (were more of a social than an open deck), play what you love and what makes you happy. We use AlphaTheta 3000Xs so please update your Rekordbox (6.8.2 or higher) and sync your librarys.
The Ferret doesn’t serve food but they let us order in from local takeaways, please support them and get your drinks from the bar. Free Sunday parking near by. Were 15 minutes from the train station, 20 minutes from the bus station.
See you there!
Free Entry Stand Up comedy - Make The Ferret Mad Again!
“Make The Ferret Mad Again” - Stand Up Comedy in the Heart of Preston! 🤣🎤
The walls are closing in, my friend. Only one thing can pull us from the abyss of 2026 and that's the wholesome sound of laughter. And who can bring this laughter to the people: why, only one man has the chuztpah to do it! It's Fil Milton and his new act night to end all new act nights!
Make the Ferret Mad Again has been rocking the casbah for the past three years now and we're going from strength to strength! And this month is no exceptionas we regenerate the most popular being a new act comedy night that takes place in the lanced boil of Preston, The Ferret, with a lineup to make you go, "I have certainly enjoyed that" This month we have another amazing line-up that looks something like this!
Matthew Davenport MC
Amit Mistry
Saskia Wycroft
Kev O’Brien
Jay Gorman
Stuart Thomas
Anna Thomas
Jess Corcoran
Fil Milton
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MTFMA: A monthly comedy night for Preston, and we’ve got the privilege of hosting the laughs at our gaff.
Curated by Fil Milton and featuring guest hosts each month, Make The Ferret Mad Again will land at The Ferret every 3rd Tuesday of each month.
These hilarious nights are FREE ENTRY and the laughs will kick off from 7:30pm (doors at 7pm). Everyone who has been to a MTFMA night says it's dead good, so you can't argue with advertising like that!
Come and enjoy some Ferret funnies, and Make The Ferret Mad Again!
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Tuesday 16th June 2026
Free entry
7pm Doors / 7:30pm Start Time
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month
THE ZAWOSE QUEENS (Tanzania) + guests // THE FERRET is 20!
THE FERRET is 20!
"The Ferret is 20!" is a series of special events celebrating 20 years of The Ferret in Preston. Between May & August, we'll be presenting a series of shows featuring some of our favourite artists from around the world - as well as grassroots artists from the across the North West & around the UK.
AND, thanks to public funding by Arts Council England, this series of shows will all be FREE ENTRY &/or very low-cost. Our aim is to encourage more people to experience world-class live music in the intimate setting of The Ferret.
We'll be asking you to tell a friend, invite someone who has never been to The Ferret, invite someone who loves live music but hasn't been to a gig in yonks, maybe invite someone who doesn't even realise what's right on their doorstep.
The Ferret is 20: We welcome back one of our favourite acts of 2025, the incredible Zawose Queens! Soaring chizeze fiddle, buzzing illimba thumb piano, ngoma drums that chatter & thunder - a blend of the organic, harmonic & modern-day electronic...
THE ZAWOSE QUEENS
Tanzania // Real World Records
+ guests TBA
Local grassroots artists are encouraged to apply for support slots. See below.
Thurs 18th June 2026
7pm - 10:30pm
The Ferret, Preston
FIRST 50 TICKETS ARE COMPLETELY FREE OF CHARGE!
Then just £5 per ticket (while stocks last).
Claim your free tickets here:
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: THE ZAWOSE QUEENS (Tanzania) + more tba // The Ferret is 20! tickets from Skiddle .
Capacity is limited, so grab a FREE TICKET now to guarantee entry. PLEASE only take as many tickets as you need - if you need to return any tickets, please let us know so other Ferret Friends can use them.
Claim your free tickets at skiddle.com/e/42448161
Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
>>> THE ZAWOSE QUEENS
The Zawose Queens are Leah and Pendo Zawose of the Tanzanian Wagogo people, whose joyous otherworldly vocals and polyphonic rhythms deftly blend the acoustic, electronic, traditional and modern.
There is spirit and fire in the music of The Zawose Queens. There's the vibrations of the ancestors, coming through on traditional instruments - soaring chizeze fiddle, buzzing illimba thumb piano, ngoma drums that chatter and thunder - and voices that go deep, high and out there. There's the connection to nature, to ceremony and ritual, in their dance-inspired fusion, their blend of the organic, harmonic and modern-day electronic. There are lyrics that tell, in their native kigogo, of the passion for music, the wonders of life. Of pride in environment, in tradition. In their East African roots.
Pendo and Leah Zawose showcase the fluid polyrhythms and rapturous polyphonic singing of the Gogo (aka Wagogo) people of the arid, hilly Dodoma region of central Tanzania. The most famous exponent of this musical tradition is the late, great Dr Hukwe Zawose (Pendo's father and Leah's grandfather).
Maisha, the debut album by The Zawose Queens (on Peter Gabriel's Real World Records), marks the first time that women from this famous musical family take their place as lead vocalists and performers. Emboldened by workshops in songwriting and music production with visiting UK-based producers Oli Barton-Wood (Jordan Rakei, Obongjayar, Nilufer Yanya) and Tom Excell (Nubiyan Twist, Onipa), The Zawose Queens began writing their first ever songs. The resulting collection of songs range from the stripped back and traditional-sounding to those treated with subtle electronic elements, with beats and drops and found sounds and switch-ups.
>>> PLUS GUESTS TBA
Local grassroots artists are encouraged to apply for support slots. Please listen to the acts on the bill and put yourselves forward for relevant shows only. Applications can be made via our Apply To Play form which you can find here.
The Ferret is 20!
THE ZAWOSE QUEENS
+ guests tba
Thurs 18th June 2026
7pm - 10:30pm
The Ferret, Preston
Claim your free tickets at skiddle.com/e/42448161
Capacity is limited, so grab a FREE TICKET now to guarantee entry. PLEASE only take as many tickets as you need - if you need to return any tickets, please let us know so other Ferret Friends can use them.
Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
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All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Ben & The Believers with Regular Breaks + The Limes
Ben & The Believers
with Regular Breaks + The Limes
Friday 19th June
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY
Doors 7PM
Ben & The Believers are a Lancashire-based indie rock band built around the songs of songwriter and producer Ben Titley. Eclectic in both sound and influence, the band move effortlessly between driving indie rock, darker atmospheric moments, raw guitar energy and emotionally charged songwriting.
Their live shows balance intensity, melody and spontaneity, with performances that can shift from intimate and reflective to loud, euphoric and chaotic within the same set.
Rather than sticking rigidly to one genre, the band embrace contrast — combining big choruses, textured arrangements, restless guitars and moody atmospheres with songs that feel immediate, human and alive. There are flashes of classic rock ’n’ roll spirit throughout, but filtered through a distinctly modern independent voice.
With Regular Breaks - an indie/alternative band from the North-West of England, who create reflective, honest songs that gently push beyond the boundaries of the traditional singer-songwriter territory.
Formed in 2025 by co-writers Bill Nessworthy and Antony Jones, and later joined by drummer Ross Vickery and bassist Ian Matthews, the band blend intimacy with experimentation — weaving alt-rock weight and post-rock intricacy into emotionally direct songwriting.
And The Limes - Swiftly gaining a great reputation for their energetic performances & catchy melodic songs, The Limes formed in the Spring of ‘24 with their popularity and presence in the local music scene growing exponentially. Interaction is a strong trait of The Limes, with the crowd often invited to get involved with sing alongs.
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)
Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
PET NEEDS // Everywhere At Once x THE FERRET is 20!
THE FERRET is 20!
"The Ferret is 20!" is a series of special events celebrating 20 years of The Ferret in Preston. Between May & August, we'll be presenting a series of shows featuring some of our favourite artists from around the world - as well as grassroots artists from the across the North West & around the UK.
AND, thanks to public funding by Arts Council England, this series of shows will all be FREE ENTRY &/or very low-cost. Our aim is to encourage more people to experience world-class live music in the intimate setting of The Ferret.
We'll be asking you to tell a friend, invite someone who has never been to The Ferret, invite someone who loves live music but hasn't been to a gig in yonks, maybe invite someone who doesn't even realise what's right on their doorstep.
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AND! This edition of The Ferret is 20! joins forces with Everywhere At Once Festival (powered by National Lottery) - The UK's biggest music festival on your doorstep! 1200+ gigs. 500+ venues.1 weekend.
Everywhere At Once x The Ferret is 20!
Another belter show as we welcome back Ferret Friends™ - PET NEEDS - explosive, relentless & showstopping!
PET NEEDS
Essex // High Energy Punk Rock
+ guests TBA
Local grassroots artists are encouraged to apply for support slots. See below.
Fri 26th June 2026
7pm - 11pm
The Ferret, Preston
FIRST 50 TICKETS ARE COMPLETELY FREE OF CHARGE!
Then just £5 per ticket (while stocks last).
Claim your free tickets here:
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Everywhere At Once vs The Ferret is 20! ft PET NEEDS + guests tickets from Skiddle .
Capacity is limited, so grab a FREE TICKET now to guarantee entry. PLEASE only take as many tickets as you need - if you need to return any tickets, please let us know so other Ferret Friends can use them.
Claim your free tickets at skiddle.com/e/42455606
Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
>>> PET NEEDS
Founded with humble bedroom-band beginnings by brothers Johnny and George Mariott and now joined by Jules (drums) and Ryan (bass) - PET NEEDS' career has been sky-rocketing ever since the release of their acclaimed debut 'Fractured Party Music' back in 2021. From getting signed, to SOLD OUT shows, rave reviews, to rabid fans, and embarking on extensive global tours with the likes of Frank Turner, The Lottery Winners, Flogging Molly; demand for these four lads from Essex has been on a trajectory with the stratosphere. Having attracted attention with their relentless live shows and powerful studio releases, PET NEEDS have attracted praise from the likes of Backseat Mafia, The Rodeo, Times Radio, NARC Magazine and more with the latter dubbing the showstopping Frank Turner-produced album 'Primetime Entertainment' as a record of "joyous experimentation".
>>> PLUS GUESTS TBA
Local grassroots artists are encouraged to apply for support slots. Please listen to the acts on the bill and put yourselves forward for relevant shows only. Applications can be made via our Apply To Play form which you can find here.
Everywhere At Once Festival x The Ferret is 20!
PET NEEDS
+ guests tba
Fri 26th June 2026
7pm - 11pm
The Ferret, Preston
Claim your free tickets at skiddle.com/e/42455606
Capacity is limited, so grab a FREE TICKET now to guarantee entry. PLEASE only take as many tickets as you need - if you need to return any tickets, please let us know so other Ferret Friends can use them.
Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
#theferretis20 #tfi20
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All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
CROCODILES + guests // The Ferret is 20!
THE FERRET is 20!
"The Ferret is 20!" is a series of special events celebrating 20 years of The Ferret in Preston. Between May & August, we'll be presenting a series of shows featuring some of our favourite artists from around the world - as well as grassroots artists from the across the North West & around the UK.
AND, thanks to public funding by Arts Council England, this series of shows will all be FREE ENTRY &/or very low-cost. Our aim is to encourage more people to experience world-class live music in the intimate setting of The Ferret.
We'll be asking you to tell a friend, invite someone who has never been to The Ferret, invite someone who loves live music but hasn't been to a gig in yonks, maybe invite someone who doesn't even realise what's right on their doorstep.
CROCODILES
USA // Psychedelic Noise-Pop + Lo-Fi Garage Punk
+ guests TBA
Local grassroots artists are encouraged to apply for support slots. See below.
Tues 14th July 2026
7pm - 10:30pm
The Ferret, Preston
FIRST 50 TICKETS ARE COMPLETELY FREE OF CHARGE!
Then just £5 per ticket (while stocks last).
Claim your free tickets here:
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: The Ferret is 20! // CROCODILES + guests tba tickets from Skiddle .
Capacity is limited, so grab a FREE TICKET now to guarantee entry. PLEASE only take as many tickets as you need - if you need to return any tickets, please let us know so other Ferret Friends can use them.
Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
>>> CROCODILES
Nearly 20 years ago, two teenage punks met at an antifascist gathering in their hometown of San Diego. A quick bond was formed over politics, poetry andmusicand the two very quickly became inseparable. Many projects followed, ranging from abrasive punk bands to harmonious '60s-indebted pop groups.
For the last 18 years, Charles Rowell and Brandon Welchez have been creating together under the name Crocodiles. Forever shape-shifting, the band have been celebrated and been maligned, but they have never been boring. And they have been nearly impossible to pin down. Are they psych-punk? Noise-pop? Art-gaze? They are all of this and none of this and more than this. Put simply, Crocodiles are one of the great rock 'n' roll bands of their generation. After nearly two decades, nine albums (including their latest dark-hearted salvo Greetings From Hell), and hundreds of shows around the globe the duo show no signs of letting up.
>>> PLUS GUESTS TBA
Local grassroots artists are encouraged to apply for support slots. Please listen to the acts on the bill and put yourselves forward for relevant shows only. Applications can be made via our Apply To Play form which you can find here.
The Ferret is 20!
CROCODILES
+ guests tba
Tues 14th July 2026
7pm - 10:30pm
The Ferret, Preston
Claim your free tickets at skiddle.com/e/42460239
Capacity is limited, so grab a FREE TICKET now to guarantee entry. PLEASE only take as many tickets as you need - if you need to return any tickets, please let us know so other Ferret Friends can use them.
Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
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All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Doll Circus (Germany) + Amnia
DOLL CIRCUS (Germany)
+ Amnia
Thurs 11th June
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY
Doors 7pm
Doll Circus -
Doll Circus is a five-piece whirlwind from the midst of bavaria. Terry Lee, Katharella, Mini Vanilli, Vero Pistolero and Shake, the Snake: Kickin your ass with razorsharp heels, hitting your ears with hot Spice N' Roll, pounding your stomachs with heavy beats.
Amnia -
Amnia are a four-piece alternative rock band from Chorley, blending melodic songwriting with a raw, energetic live show. With a new EP on the horizon, they're bringing a set of material that draws from across the modern rock and alternative spectrum.
THE FERRET OPEN MIC With Jamie Brewer
🎤Open Mic Night at The Ferret🎤
Slight change of date this month…
Tuesday 9th June
with host: Jamie Brewer!
📅 Tuesday, 9th June 2026
🚪 Doors Open at 7 PM
📍 The Ferret, Preston
🎟 FREE ENTRY
Join us as we welcome local bands and musicians to The Ferret stage to showcase fresh new material and hidden gems. Expect an exciting mix of emerging talent and seasoned performers, alongside our wonderful host Jamie Brewer!
🕖 Open Mic Slots from 7PM
All performers are welcome - Arrive early to secure your spot! Bring your acoustic or electric guitars, backing tracks, keyboards, or whatever you need to show us what you’ve got.
🎶 Basic Backline Provided
We’ve got a drumkit, bass amp, and guitar amp ready for you. Drummers, please bring your breakables. For specific requirements, just get in touch beforehand.
💡 First-Come, First-Served Slots
Make sure to arrive early to grab your moment in the spotlight!
Don’t miss this chance to be part of another amazing year of live music at The Ferret!
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📅 Tuesday, 9th June 2026
🚪 Doors Open at 7 PM
📍 The Ferret, Preston
🎟 FREE ENTRY
BCUC & guests - Preston Jazz Festival - Official After Party
Preston Jazz & Improvisation Festival presents:
THE OFFICIAL FESTIVAL AFTER PARTY
with special guests
BCUC
(Bantu Continua Uhuru Consciousness // Indigenous Funk & Afro-Punk from Soweto, South Africa)
+ Persimmon
(North West Jazz, Funk, Neo-Soul, Spoken Word & Disco)
+ DJs: Jazzin The Park - Bolts - Mr Breen
Saturday 6th June, doors 4pm - late
The Ferret, Preston
FREE TICKETS (booking in advance is advised).
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The official after party for Preston Jazz Festival. An evening of dancing & good times, with world class live music from Soweto, South Africa - the incredible BCUC aka Bantu Continua Uhuru Consciousness. This is the full-on festival finale! Amazing DJs & live music til late!
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Demand for this FREE concert will be high and tickets are limited.
FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE...
Please only pick up tickets if you wish to attend. Should your plans change - please return your tickets via Skiddle & they will be passed on to waiting fans. Visit skiddle.com/orders to cancel your order.
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: BCUC & guests - Preston Jazz Festival - Official After Party tickets from Skiddle .
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BCUC: Bantu Continua Uhuru Consciousness - Indigenous funk, hiphop consciousness and punk rock energy from Soweto, South Africa.
"Loved their set, it was one of my highlights of a great weekend" - Nick Dewey, Glastonbury Festival
"Without a doubt the best live act I saw"- Gilles Peterson
"Guaranteed to touch untapped corners of your soul" - Okayafrica
"The most impressive newcomers this year" - The Guardian
From humble beginnings, rehearsing in a shipping container a stone's throw from the church where Desmond Tutu organised the escape of the most wanted anti-Apartheid activists of Soweto, BCUC have grown to become one of the world's most celebrated bands, playing the biggest stages at some of the most important festivals in the world: Glastonbury West Holts, Roskilde, Afropunk Brooklyn, Worldwide, Womad, Boomtown, Colours of Ostrava & many more.
Like its elders, Bantu Continua Uhuru Consciousness sees its music as a hedonistic trance, but also as a weapon of political and spiritual liberation. 2023 even saw them win the prestigious Womex Artist Award, an accolade usually reserved for much older artists, in recognition of their fearless work ethic and prodigiously transformational live shows.
The seven-piece band has been mesmerising audiences both locally and globally with its indigenous funk and high-energy performances that have fast made it one of South Africa's most successful musical exports. Artistic heirs to Philip "Malombo" Tabane and Batsumi, they give contemporary voice to the ancestral traditions of indigenous peoples. Jazz sounds of 1970s and '80s productions replaced by hip-hop influences and punk-rock energy, taking the listener on an intriguing epic journey, sharing their controversial yet interesting views on modern Africa. They tackle the harsh realities of the voiceless, especially the plight of the uneducated workers at the bottom of the social food chain.
BCUC taps into the elusiveness of the spirit world of ancestors by which they are inspired. The Africa portrayed by BCUC is not poor, but rich in tradition, rituals and beliefs.
"We bring fun and emo-indigenous Afro psychedelic fire from the hood," says vocalist Kgomotso Mokone.
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Plus live guests:
PERSIMMON
North West Jazz, Funk, Neo-Soul, Spoken Word and Disco. Sensual, contemplative, experimental and inspiring.
Full DJ lineup from 4pm til late:
Beer Garden Sessions with Jazzin The Park + Bolts + Mr Breen.
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FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM Skiddle: skiddle.com/e/42457502
Please only pick up tickets if you wish to attend. Should your plans change - please return your tickets via Skiddle & they will be passed on to waiting fans. Visit skiddle.com/orders to cancel your order.
Made possible thanks to public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
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All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Thursday Live: Lucas WIlliams // Face Ache // Oliver J. Skorge
THURSDAY LIVE, keeping it simple:
Live Music.
Every Thursday.
At The Ferret.
We’re back on Thursday 4th June with:
Lucas Williams - Hailing from Fleetwood, Lancashire, Lucas is a singer-songwriter who has been performing live since the age of 12. Having built experience playing a variety of local venues and events, he has more recently taken his music to the streets through busking, connecting with audiences in a raw and authentic way.
Face Ache - Faux-orchestral (with an 80s tinge).
Oliver J. Skorge - Oliver is an UK based songwriter & musician. Taking inspiration from the poetic lyrics of Peter Doherty and John Lennon, Oliver has recently played in Liverpool, Lancaster and Preston, taking his songs on tour.
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🗓️ Thursday 4th June
📍 The Ferret, Preston
⏰ Doors 7PM
👉 FREE ENTRY!
All ages welcome. Under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Accessible ground floor venue, stage, bar & facilities.
Dog friendly venue.
Electronic Music Open Mic
THE FERRET electronic music OPEN MIC
Tuesday, 27th May ‘26
The Ferret | Preston
Doors 7PM
FREE ENTRY!
Preston's Electronic Music Open Mic (EMOM) returns to The Ferret this Tuesday, 27th May.
Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.
This is an open stage night for electronic and experimental musicians, aimed at giving local artists a supportive space in which to play live and experiment. Open to all forms of electronic/experimental music including: ambient, chiptune, drone, drum & bass, dub, electronica, electropop, experimental hip-hop, field recordings, glitch, house, industrial, looping, noise, soundscape, synthwave, techno, trance & more!
Get out of your home studio or bedroom, and come out to a fun, supportive night with other enthusiastic tech heads, dabblers and music fans. You don’t need to be an established artist with a full repertoire. This is for anyone who wants to try their hand at playing live in a safe, motivating environment.
Computers, digital boxes, DJ controllers, drum machines, gadgets, groove boxes, keyboard synths, loop stations, modular synths, phone apps, samplers, sequencers… and everything in between. All welcome!
Come out and meet other music makers, producers and creative types from all walks of music making. There should be plenty of time to talk gear, production techniques and a whole range of inspiring ideas.
The event will run from roughly 7pm-11.00pm with wiggle room depending on interest.
Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.
Take to The Ferret stage with full live-music PA & sound engineer. We will have a table for you to setup on, and another one to the side, for the next performer to prep their gear. In order for the event to run smoothly, we ask that you prepare a mono or stereo mix of your setup before handing your outputs over to us; we will not be able to mix your outputs for you in the given time. Vocal mics & mic stands available.
Sorry - no acoustic guitars – unless they are being used to generate soundscapes or some other style of music in keeping with the night (e.g. through pedals, FX units etc.)
Additionally, feel free to bring a USB stick containing visuals you'd like to be projected during your set.
Entrance is FREE for both performers and spectators, so gather your friends and fellow electronic music enthusiasts to join us for an incredible night of creativity and musical exploration!
The Ferret, Preston
Tuesday, 27th May
7pm - 11pm
Free Entry
All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog friendly venue.
Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.
Free Entry Stand Up comedy - Make The Ferret Mad Again!
“Make The Ferret Mad Again” - Stand Up Comedy in the Heart of Preston! 🤣🎤
Who's a big baby? I think we all know the answer to that question. You know you've become completely ubiquitous when someone makes a general statement and we all think of the same person. So, go on... who were you thinking of? That's right... my uncle Steve. What a baby. So let's do a comedy night!
Make the Ferret Mad Again is a whole mess of a cheesecake and come in three lovely flavours, the most popular being a new act comedy night at the sweetmeat of Preston, The Ferret, with a lineup to make you go, "Cheese is a type of meat!" This month we have another amazing line-up that looks something like this!
Fil Milton MC
Andrew Lancaster
Hella Frei
Amir Bux
Amy Nic
Mark Devine
Katie Slater
Will Smith
...and a secret surprise guest!
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MTFMA: A monthly comedy night for Preston, and we’ve got the privilege of hosting the laughs at our gaff.
Curated by Fil Milton and featuring guest hosts each month, Make The Ferret Mad Again will land at The Ferret every 3rd Tuesday of each month - except this month, which is the 4th Tuesday.
These hilarious nights are FREE ENTRY and the laughs will kick off from 7:30pm (doors at 7pm). Everyone who has been to a MTFMA night says it's dead good, so you can't argue with advertising like that!
Come and enjoy some Ferret funnies, and Make The Ferret Mad Again!
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Tuesday 26th May 2025
Free entry
7pm Doors / 7:30pm Start Time (and I might actually stick to that for a change)
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month (but not this month)
THE FERRET is 20! Launch Weekender ft Man of Moon, The DSM IV, Loose Articles, Zookraught, The Empty Page & much more!
THE FERRET is 20!
This year marks The Ferret's 20th Birthday! Throughout the year, we'll be bringing back some of our favourite artists from across 20 years of incredible live music, as well as introducing you to some incredible brand-new acts (as per).
And now, we’re very excited to announce a new project!
“The Ferret is 20!” is a series of special events celebrating 20 years of The Ferret in Preston. Between May & August, we’ll be presenting a series of shows featuring some of our favourite artists from around the world - as well as grassroots artists from the across the North West & around the UK.
AND, thanks to public funding by Arts Council England, this series of shows will all be FREE ENTRY &/or very low-cost. Our aim is to encourage more people to experience world-class live music in the intimate setting of The Ferret.
We’ll be asking you to tell a friend, invite someone who has never been to The Ferret, invite someone who loves live music but hasn’t been to a gig in yonks, maybe invite someone who doesn’t even realise what’s right on their doorstep.
We launch this program with a pair of all-dayers featuring some of our favourite bands…
The Ferret is 20! - Launch Weekender
FREE ENTRY ALL DAYERS
Sat 23rd + Sun 24th May 2026
3pm - late
The Ferret, Preston
Claim your free tickets here:
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: The Ferret is 20! Launch Weekender tickets from Skiddle .
Sat 23rd May:
MAN OF MOON
THE DSM IV
OORYA
THOSE FKKKKNG SNOWFLAKES
TRIANGLECUTS
POCKETKNIFE
HUMMUS
Sun 24th May:
LOOSE ARTICLES
ZOOKRAUGHT (usa)
THE EMPTY PAGE
THE RED STAINS
THE DIRT
MUTT
DREW YOUNG
Capacity is limited, so grab a FREE TICKET now to guarantee entry. PLEASE only take as many tickets as you need - if you need to return any tickets, please let us know so other Ferret Friends can use them.
Claim your free tickets at skiddle.com/e/42434771
Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
Check out the amazing lineup:
>>> SAT 23RD MAY (doors 3pm)
MAN OF MOON
Since their beginning Man of Moon have been a standout live act. The Glasgow-based duo possess an extraordinary talent for cross-pollinating genres and styles but their sound is not hybridised, rather they are a synthesis of their influences; a pure sonic distillation of what has come before. You hear the mesmeric drones of Mogwai, the dynamic shifts of Radiohead, the harmonic angularity of Tool, the industrial amalgam of Nine Inch Nails, even hints of Pink Floyd's austere and abstract lyricism. Man of Moon are so much music in one band. And yet they've always sounded uniquely themselves; there is deep intentionality in every song's construction.
THE DSM IV
Formed in Liverpool in 2018 by former Eighties Matchbox B-Line Disaster frontman Guy McKnight, THE DSM IV crystallise the ultra real and the otherworldly, bringing a focused hyperrealism to the party. Their convention-defying live performances toy with audience expectations and stimulate questions of the narratives being sold to us as news—or entertainment—all to the beat of the drum machinist.
OORYA
- pronounced WHO ARE YA!? is a Queer Electro Punk Folk sonic excavation.
“We are pulsing against the tide of inequality, and the mycelium knows”
Made with a lyrically dancing neurodivergent synaesthetic soul machine; guitar, beats, synth and accompanied by Eon The Emotional Support Dinosaur. They are “incendiary” (BBC Introducing) “Breathtaking & Unforgettable” (Louder Than War) and a must see live! Guest artist on BBC 6Music’s Trunk Of Punk & signed to Society of Losers (Revolutionary Liverpool based record label) on their second gig.
“It is rare to see an artist so unique” (Future Yard)
THOSE FKKKKNG SNOWFLAKES
A vibrant clash of left wing punk, noise rock and jazz tinged math, a band formed as a means to scream out the dread and horror faced in these terrible times of our modern society. From the current mess of the UK political system to the intolerance of, well, everything. From race and gender to such simple items as Greggs releasing a Vegan Sausage Roll, the band are shouting about it backed with a tight unique sound and occasional off kilter humour.
"Deploying 1000 volts through the civility of discourse."
TRIANGLECUTS
Trianglecuts are a post punk electronic duo from Manchester. Recent gigs include supporting Dead Space Chamber Music and Vanishing at Samuel Worth Chapel in Sheffield, ‘Of Thee in the Tree’ at FellFoot Woods, Ulverston and ‘Say Hello Wave Goodbye’ at Aatma, Manchester.
POCKETKNIFE
Pocketknife are a Welsh/Mancunian melodic post-punk duo blending math-rock energy with hook-driven songwriting. Drawing influence from Biffy Clyro, PJ Harvey, Queens of the Stone Age and Dinosaur Jr., the band are known for intense live performances and have previously shared stages with Lightning Bolt, The Joy Formidable and Melt-Banana. After a hiatus, they've recently returned with new music and live shows.
HUMMUS
Lancaster four-piece Hummus blend prog-metal precision with funked-up grooves and leftfield pop hooks, serving up technically sharp original music packed with odd time signatures, soaring guitar work and plenty of personality.
>>> SUN 24TH MAY (doors 3pm)
LOOSE ARTICLES
Recently winning themselves coveted, high profile support slots with the likes of New Order, Foo Fighters, The Lovely Eggs, and Gang of Four, Loose Articles are a punk quartet with plenty to say. Specialising in discordant, hypnotic repetition, tales of nights out, and radical politics, their music speaks to all those determined to get through the age of austerity with tongue in cheek and two feet firmly on the dancefloor.
Plying repetition (repetition, repetition…) with ragged edges and a sardonic, sarcastic drawl delivered with fierce, in your face, punk-fueled attitude, both feminine & threatening, Loose Articles are here to make a point.
Already heavily championed by Steve Lamacq at BBC 6 Music (where they’ve also seen strong support from Chris Hawkins, Tom Robinson and Amy Lamé) the band have also picked up love from John Kennedy at Radio X, appearing on the Evening Playlist, and have appeared on Spotify’s The Punk List & championed by NME as one of The NME 100 list.
ZOOKRAUGHT (Seattle, USA)
3 piece dance-punk from Seattle - “Vida Violet is the captivating full length debut album of Seattle Dance-Punk trio Zookraught. From the opening squalls of Key and Lock, to the dizzying pace and frenetic energy of Chew Tobacco, Spit, and even a chaotic visit to the Waterparks of America (and Other Places, Too), Zookraught has adeptly transcribed the magic of their live shows that has developed for them a cult-like following in the Seattle punk scene. To the listener willing to let go and Get Zooked, Vida Violet is the album of the year.” - Jocelyn Crafts on Zookraught’s album VIDA VIOLET, out now!
THE EMPTY PAGE
Born in a humdrum town, Manchester alt-punkers The Empty Page started life in a freezing cold rehearsal space in a former cotton mill. Their anxious, energetic songs address heavy subjects like victim blaming, toxic anti-ageing rhetoric, and the end of the (f***ing) world but also bed rot, disco nostalgia, and house cats.
Fiercely independent, the band has released two LPs on its own DIY label. Unfolding, recorded with Gggarth Richardson (L7/Biffy Clyro/RATM) in Vancouver Canada, and Imploding produced by Morton Kong (Orielles/Everything Everything) in Stockport.
Between albums, a trio of 7-inch singles were released on bedroom label Punk Fox, and more recently, another trio, recorded with Matt Peel (Eagulls, Dream Wife, Bodega) at Nave Studios, a former church in Leeds. These catapulted the band beyond their cult status, with recent single A Feminine Ending shared by rock legends Courtney Love of the band Hole and Shirley Manson from Garbage.
THE RED STAINS
Cooking up a plastic fantastic disco-punk sound from a collage of musical influences, Manchester four-piece The Red Stains embrace the kitsch and the tacky as a power to disrupt the male-dominated music industry. Their sharp and sarcastic lyrics hold a mirror up to domestic everyday life: consumerism, mental illness, public transport, discount supermarkets and being queer.
Forming the Red Stains’ distinctive ready-meal-punk sound are four ingredients: Natalie Lauren’s fiery and powerful vocals hang over a backdrop of Sterling Kelly’s gritty, throbbing bass, Robyn Elliott’s drum beats that demand your attention and newly added into the mix; Liss Connelly’s cosmic synthesisers that shapeshift like shimmering stardust on nuclear alert to create the familiar ‘Red Stains’ chaos. Turn your microwaves up, turn the volume up, turn the hoover on and get ready to dance your socks off.
THE DIRT
The Dirt are a transglobal collaboration between Japanese musician Sachiko and partner Jack (aka Leon the pig Farmer), a spoken word artist living in Manchester UK. they combine Psych shoe gaze guitars, electronic rhythms and abrasive spoken verse to full genre bending effect.
MUTT
A selection of janky riffs and melodic bass lines, seamlessly blending atmosphere and groove with a political message! Preston-based band MUTT make motivated music for motivated people. No love songs here!
DREW YOUNG
Music enthusiast.
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The Ferret is 20! - Launch Weekend
FREE ENTRY ALL DAYERS
Sat 23rd + Sun 24th May 2026
3pm - late
The Ferret, Preston
Claim your free tickets at theferret.live/tfi20
Sat 23rd May:
MAN OF MOON
THE DSM IV
OORYA
THOSE FKKKKNG SNOWFLAKES
TRIANGLECUTS
POCKETKNIFE
HUMMUS
Sun 24th May:
LOOSE ARTICLES
ZOOKRAUGHT (usa)
THE EMPTY PAGE
THE RED STAINS
THE DIRT
MUTT
DREW YOUNG
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All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
THE FERRET is 20! Bonnie Trash + Two Tonne Machete + Tay Temple
THE FERRET is 20!
This year marks The Ferret's 20th Birthday! Throughout the year, we'll be bringing back some of our favourite artists from across 20 years of incredible live music, as well as introducing you to some incredible brand-new acts (as per).
And now, we’re very excited to announce a new project!
“The Ferret is 20!” is a series of special events celebrating 20 years of The Ferret in Preston. Between May & August, we’ll be presenting a series of shows featuring some of our favourite artists from around the world - as well as grassroots artists from the across the North West & around the UK.
AND, thanks to public funding by Arts Council England, this series of shows will all be FREE ENTRY &/or very low-cost. Our aim is to encourage more people to experience world-class live music in the intimate setting of The Ferret.
We’ll be asking you to tell a friend, invite someone who has never been to The Ferret, invite someone who loves live music but hasn’t been to a gig in yonks, maybe invite someone who doesn’t even realise what’s right on their doorstep.
The Ferret is 20! - Show #1
BONNIE TRASH
Ontario - Canada - Post-Punk + Goth Rock
TWO TONNE MACHETE
NW + North Wales - DIY Feminist Punk
TAY TEMPLE
Alt Rock with a splash of Punk
Thurs 21st May 2026
7pm - 10:30pm
The Ferret, Preston
Claim your free tickets here:
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: The Ferret is 20! Bonnie Trash + Two Tonne Machete + guests tickets from Skiddle .
Capacity is limited, so grab a FREE TICKET now to guarantee entry. PLEASE only take as many tickets as you need - if you need to return any tickets, please let us know so other Ferret Friends can use them.
Claim your free tickets at skiddle.com/e/42434771
Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
Check out the amazing lineup:
>>> BONNIE TRASH
Bonnie Trash is the project of twin sisters Emmalia and Sarafina Bortolon-Vettor, wedding post-punk's steeley-eyed austerity to goth rock's brooding grandeur. Rather than fashioning nightmares into reality, the band paints reality as a nightmare; rife with pain, suffering, and gothic theatre.
Like their forebears Joy Division, Black Sabbath, or John Carpenter, Bonnie Trash understands that everyday atrocities haunt the periphery of our lives. A black cloud looming on the edge of our vision. Curses abound. You can't ward them off. You'd best make an unholy racket.
Where their first full length, Malocchio (2022), shrouded Bonnie Trash's nightmares in dusky dreamlike reverb, Mourning You (2025) is vivid and immediate. Mourning You is less a post-mortem fantasia than a sudden, swift dagger to the heart. This is sorrow not as a lingering bruise, but a gushing wound.
Bonnie Trash has performed at renowned festivals across Canada, and has shared the stage with TRAITRS, Chastity, Dilly Dally, Bria Salmena, and The OBGMs. In 2025, they embarked on their first UK and USA tour, and played to a sold-out crowd at Reeperbahn Festival in Hamburg. They have been featured in Guitar World, Metal Hammer, Classic Rock Magazine, Exclaim!, BrooklynVegan, and The Line of Best Fit.
>>> TWO TONNE MACHETE
TWO TONNE MACHETE are a feminist alt punk band who make authentic, high energy, feel good punk anthems based in North West England and North Wales. Fronted by Emily's powerful vocals and guitars, their sound is bass-driven, melodic and unrelenting-landing somewhere between Mannequin Pussy, IDLES, Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Distillers. Fiercely political and unapologetic, their songs tackle misogyny, control, toxic masculinity, sexuality and dissent with full-throttle energy and depth, keeping punk ethos front and centre.
Proudly DIY yet fast gaining momentum, TTM have been featured on BBC Introducing Merseyside and Radio X (John Kennedy), nominated for Radio Wigwam's Best Band, and won Best Band and Best Song at the Punk AF Awards 2025. With standout festival appearances at Focus Wales, Manchester Punk Festival and Rebellion Festival, they're building serious buzz.
>>> TAY TEMPLE
Alt Rock with a splash of Punk, Tay Temple is one of Manchester’s most ferocious acts.
Her music is centred in proudly asserting her queerness, advocating for self-expression and finding power in your own narrative.
Tay’s striking and dynamic live performance captivates audiences with untamed guitars, thrashing drums and soaring vocals that are ultimately a joyous outlet of rage. Citing influences of Dream Wife, Crawlers & Avril Lavigne.
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The Ferret is 20! - Show #1
BONNIE TRASH
TWO TONNE MACHETE
TAY TEMPLE
Thurs 21st May 2026
7pm - 10:30pm
The Ferret, Preston
Claim your free tickets at theferret.live/tfi20 or skiddle.com/e/42438587
Capacity is limited, so grab a FREE TICKET now to guarantee entry. PLEASE only take as many tickets as you need - if you need to return any tickets, please let us know so other Ferret Friends can use them.
Supported using public funding by Arts Council England.
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All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Lancashire Sounds ft British Birds + Hauspoints + Pyramid Eyes
Lancashire Music Association presents:
LANCASHIRE SOUNDS
with special guests
BRITISH BIRDS + HAUSPOINTS + PYRAMID EYES
Tuesday 19th May, Doors 7pm
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY - TICKETS REQUIRED - see below…
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An evening of live music celebrating Lancashire's world class music scene, featuring special guests British Birds, Hauspoints + Pyramid Eyes. This edition of Lancashire Sounds focuses on the music coming out of one of the county's former industrial hubs, Chorley.
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Demand for this FREE concert will be high and tickets are limited.
FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE HERE...
Please only pick up tickets if you wish to attend. Should your plans change - please return your tickets via Skiddle & they will be passed on to waiting fans. Visit skiddle.com/orders to cancel your order.
To buy tickets for this event please visit our events page: Lancashire Sounds: British Birds + Hauspoints + Pyramid Eyes tickets from Skiddle .
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British Birds:
Hatched in 2023 via tape loops and cheap nylon stringed guitars, Chorley-based British Birds soar from the depths of psych-tinged melancholy to the heights of disco-doused dystopia and back. From within the precariously soundproofed walls of their inconspicuous makeshift arthouse they meticulously craft their sound; dedicating themselves to the whole craft from recording, producing and releasing their records, to screenprinting their merch.
Thumping drums, grab-you-and-don't-let-you-go basslines, earwormy synth and sweet n shriek harmonies bolster frontman Bobby's cathartic vocals and staunchly stylistic guitar which jangles like Harrison's inner demon. The band have impressed fans around the country and beyond during tour support slots for The Lovely Eggs, Pale Blue Eyes and The Bug Club and their 3 live sessions for BBC 6 Music's Marc Riley.
British Birds were formed in 2023 after the closure of frontman Bobby Mambo's DIY venue Brock n Broll HQ which hosted acts such as Burger Records' Boytoy of New York, Salt Lake City's Max Pain & The Groovies, Castrovalva of Leeds, Manchester-based Fruit Tones, and Hannes Ferm from Stockholm. Bobby proceeded to piece together his new space with screen printing facilities and a recording studio which is largely built around his love of analogue equipment. This place provided the anvil and hammer to British Birds' debut LP In Search of Mr Rykyn, a self-reflective, self-made, self-released record, released in February 2024, full of swirling melody, nostalgic sensibility and unshakable melancholy.
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Hauspoints:
Exploring a distinctly northern viewpoint on modernity, Hauspoints’ songs are like a love letter to popular culture, finding beauty in the mundane minutiae and celebrating the quirkiness of human existence.
Established on a dilapidated industrial estate at the foot of an overgrown hill in darkest Lancashire, their debut album, Eel Feeling, is a beat-heavy rasp that treads an unfurrowed path aside multiple genres without straying too far into the obscure.
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Pyramid Eyes:
Pyramid Eyes combines ambient textures with minimal, glitchy beats to create a dreamlike sound. Everything from cinematic soundscapes to mind-bending polyrhythms.
Influenced by experimental electronic artists like Boards of Canada and Plaid, his use of quiet / loud dynamics have also drawn comparisons to post-rock acts like Godspeed You! Black Emperor.
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FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM Skiddle: skiddle.com/e/42434722
Please only pick up tickets if you wish to attend. Should your plans change - please return your tickets via Skiddle & they will be passed on to waiting fans. Visit skiddle.com/orders to cancel your order.
Made possible thanks to public funding from the National Lottery through Arts Council England.
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To become a Lancashire Music Association member today FREE OF CHARGE, go to www.lancashiremusic.org
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All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Your Personal Vendetta + BOI TOI + Cock Batteth
The Ferret presents:
Your Personal Vendetta + BOI TOI + Cock Batteth
Sunday 17th May
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7pm.
FREE ENTRY.
Your Personal Vendetta:
Welcome to the vendetta. The home of your rage, your sanctuary for a broken heart, your requital for the hurt you have endured.
Described as having a unique mix of dark synth, grunge, rock, and rave culture influences.
Known for their high-energy shows and emotionally charged alt-rock sound, they bring the perfect mix of intensity and heart.
BOI TOI:
Synth and punk-driven 5 piece, playing songs about Guinness and love and the Northern Rail prices.
Cock Batteth:
Blackpool’s Cock-Batteth are a three-piece riot of “Glitz & Glam weird ass Rock ’n’ Roll,” they smash dirty, raw riffs into disco-punk grooves with a sassy strut and zero apologies. Equal parts punk snarl and sleazy dancefloor stomp... like chewing orange gum under a flickering mirrorball.
All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
ACOUSTIC THURSDAY.
The Ferret presents:
Acoustic thursday.
Thursday 14th May
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7pm.
FREE ENTRY.
A laid-back evening of live acoustic music with Jamie Brewer, Michael Brindley, toenails & Kristian Evans.
Join us this Thursday for a relaxed, intimate acoustic evening right here at The Ferret! Doors open from 7PM, and it’s Free Entry, so whether you're winding down after work, or looking for a cosy night out, come pull up a chair and let the music do the talking with some of our fav acoustic acts.
All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
What's That Music About??? Podcast Live Episode at The Ferret
Bringing Together Lancashire's Music Community!
Live Episode of the Preston Based Podcast Hosted by DJ Rambo Rich who champions Local Music Artists.
This is a Live Episode of the "What's That Music About??" Podcast held at the Iconic "The Ferret" In Preston, Lancashire!
Tuesday, 12th May
7pm-10pm
FREE ENTRY!
Bringing Together Lancashire's Music Community
The aim of this event is to unite the lively music scene in Lancashire. We are concentrating on initiatives that showcase local talent and create a platform for emerging music artists from the region. Set in the iconic Preston venue, "The Ferret," this promises to be an evening brimming with music, networking, and a sense of community.
On the line up:
Performing - YELAH & REBEL GIRL - SOUFUL DUO
YELAH & REBEL GIRL, both established solo artists, have joined forces to create a new soulful duo. Together, they fuse jazz influences, rich melodies, and raw, expressive vocals into a distinctive, genre-blending sound.
Talk with DANCE4DEPRESSION
DANCE4DEPRESSION is an event set up to raise awareness of mens mental health. The events themselves are great fun but the message is a serious one. We want to change the status quo on mens mental health right here in our local area. Encourage people to look after each other and not be ashamed to ask for help when they need it.
Performing - Jackson Ward - Singer/Songwriter
Jackson Ward is a country and Americana singer-songwriter based in Chorley, UK, known for his authentic, raw original music and local performances. He frequently plays at venues like Foxtails and Lucky 8s in Chorley, often featuring his original EP material.
Talk with Jason Marx
A House and Disco DJ with 15 years in the dance scene performing across the UK and Europe supporting the likes of MK, James Hype, Craig Charles, Trevor Nelson & more. Jason is an energetic presence behind the decks - with 2026 slots lined up to support Joel Corry and Paul Oakenfold as well as being booked for Creamfields - Expect big grooves and a few twists & turns from this seasoned selector.
Performing - Acoustic FM - Band/Act
Acoustic FM is the dynamic acoustic duo of Fitzsy and Mark, bringing big energy and wonderful vibe wherever they play. Fitzsy, a weekly performer with a powerful voice and sharp humour, commands the stage, while mark's incredible guitar playing turns heads and creates an atmosphere the moment he starts playing.
Together they capture the fun high-energy sprit of Tenacious D, mixing crowd-pleasing covers, great musicianship, and plenty of laughs. with Fitzsy's vocal's and Marks standout guitar work, Acoustic FM are a duo destined to make serious waves on the music scene.
Performing - Imogen Evans - Singer/Songwriter/Guitarist
Imogen Evans is a talented singer, songwriter, and guitarist from the North West of England, known for her feature on BBC Introducing. She recently performed at Preston's very own "Chew's Yard" as well as 'The Ferret". You can Listen to her Latest Release called "Break Me (I.C.E)" on Spotify.
Performing - Connor Banks - Singer/Songwriter
Connor Banks is a Young Singer/Songwriter from Preston, Lancashire, UK. With a passion for storytelling through music, Connor has been Captivating audiences with his soulful voice and heartfelt lyrics. His journey in music began at a young age, and he has since built a strong following through his performances across the North West. Connor's dedication to his craft and his ability to connect with listeners have set him apart in the music scene.
Crying Loser (Avant-Garde noise rock from Cork, Ireland) + Chimps of The Future
The Ferret presents:
Crying Loser
(Avant-Garde noise rock from Cork, Ireland)
+ Chimps of The Future
Weds 29th April
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7pm
FREE ENTRY
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Originating from noisy improvisations and chaotic concoctions recorded in a basement in Cork, Ireland. Crying Loser is a raw byproduct of abrasive, frenzied and hypnotic energy, looking to scratch the miserable itch of life at the bottom of the barrel.
A no-wave quartet comprised of Arthur Pawsey (guitar, vocals), Micheál Fitzgerald (bass), Sam Clague (bass clarinet, flute) and Ruairí de Búrca (drums), Crying Loser released their first EP, Oaf Milk in September 2023, with a vinyl release by Swish Swash Records following in 2024. Following two successful tours across France and multiple shows all over Ireland & UK, Crying Loser’s upcoming full length album The Ick, pushes the limits of the groups’s chaotic and feverish compositions.
Flesh Interface is their latest single, accompanied by a nightmarish video directed by Zoe Greenway. Noisy, energetic and left-field, Flesh Interface combines hypnotic rhythms with outbreaks of frenzied madness. With several features on BBC6 Music from Deb Grant, Amy Lamé and Nathan Shepherd, Flesh Interface begins this next chapter for the group, with their debut album dropping in 2026 with Trapped Animal Records’ new imprint, We Go to 11. Aside from signing with Trapped Animal, Crying Loser have recently been signed to Wipe Out Music’s roster by Matt Baty of Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs Pigs for publishing & distribution.
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with special guests:
Chimps of The Future
A gang of Lancastrian discordians aiming to bring wonderment into your dreary little lives. Hail Eris! Hail Discordia!
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Crying Loser
+ Chimps of The Future
Weds 29th April
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7pm
FREE ENTRY
Electronic Music Open Mic
THE FERRET electronic music OPEN MIC
Tuesday, 28th April ‘26
The Ferret | Preston
Doors 7PM
FREE ENTRY!
Preston's Electronic Music Open Mic (EMOM) returns to The Ferret this Tuesday, 28th April.
Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.
This is an open stage night for electronic and experimental musicians, aimed at giving local artists a supportive space in which to play live and experiment. Open to all forms of electronic/experimental music including: ambient, chiptune, drone, drum & bass, dub, electronica, electropop, experimental hip-hop, field recordings, glitch, house, industrial, looping, noise, soundscape, synthwave, techno, trance & more!
Get out of your home studio or bedroom, and come out to a fun, supportive night with other enthusiastic tech heads, dabblers and music fans. You don’t need to be an established artist with a full repertoire. This is for anyone who wants to try their hand at playing live in a safe, motivating environment.
Computers, digital boxes, DJ controllers, drum machines, gadgets, groove boxes, keyboard synths, loop stations, modular synths, phone apps, samplers, sequencers… and everything in between. All welcome!
Come out and meet other music makers, producers and creative types from all walks of music making. There should be plenty of time to talk gear, production techniques and a whole range of inspiring ideas.
The event will run from roughly 7pm-11.00pm with wiggle room depending on interest.
Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.
Take to The Ferret stage with full live-music PA & sound engineer. We will have a table for you to setup on, and another one to the side, for the next performer to prep their gear. In order for the event to run smoothly, we ask that you prepare a mono or stereo mix of your setup before handing your outputs over to us; we will not be able to mix your outputs for you in the given time. Vocal mics & mic stands available.
Sorry - no acoustic guitars – unless they are being used to generate soundscapes or some other style of music in keeping with the night (e.g. through pedals, FX units etc.)
Additionally, feel free to bring a USB stick containing visuals you'd like to be projected during your set.
Entrance is FREE for both performers and spectators, so gather your friends and fellow electronic music enthusiasts to join us for an incredible night of creativity and musical exploration!
The Ferret, Preston
Tuesday, 28th April
7pm - 11pm
Free Entry
All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog friendly venue.
Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.
Burnswell (Austria) + Moonkill + Parasite Kings *FREE ENTRY!*
Burnswell (Austria) + Moonkill + Parasite Kings
Thursday 23rd April
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY
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Like a female Danzig meets Alice Cooper, the Austrian band Burnswell deliver dark & fiery Hard Rock & Alternative Punk Metal. With a sound built on hard riffs, melancholic melodies, grooving bass lines, and powerful drums, this Vienna-based group are known for a high‑energy blend of alternative rock, post‑grunge, and emotionally charged melodic elements.
What happens when you throw a nu-metal guitarist, a metalcore vocalist, a groove metal bassist, and a rock drummer (who, yes, also plays the bagpipes) into one band? You get Moonkill.
Blending influences from bands like Linkin Park, Bring Me The Horizon and Muse, Moonkill aren’t trying to fit into one box. They’re building their own sound, something heavy, melodic, and just a little unpredictable.
Parasite Kings unleash immersive metalcore packed with savage riffs, crushing breakdowns and raw, introspective fire, balancing brutality and melody while turning themes of pressure, identity and survival into a full-throttle battle cry.
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Burnswell (Austria) + Moonkill + Parasite Kings
Thursday 23rd April
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)
Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Free Entry Stand Up comedy - Make The Ferret Mad Again!
“Make The Ferret Mad Again” - Stand Up Comedy in the Heart of Preston! 🤣🎤
I said a hip hop... which is what a very cool frog does. And speaking of cool frogs we've got the coolest of all frogs, Fil Milton, bringing you another spectacular night of ribbits, croaks and renditions of Rainbow Connection.
Make the Ferret Mad Again has regenerated with another pan-galactic event of a new act comedy night at tthe jewel of Preston, The Ferret, with a lineup to make you go, "Cheese is a type of meat!" This month we have another amazing line-up that looks something like this!
Kie Carson MC
Rhi Adams
Tom Owens
Daniel McAfee
Nikita Sayer
Joseph Birch
Ethan Formstone
James Murray
Fil Milton
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MTFMA: A monthly comedy night for Preston, and we’ve got the privilege of hosting the laughs at our gaff.
Curated by Fil Milton and featuring guest hosts each month, Make The Ferret Mad Again will land at The Ferret every 3rd Tuesday of each month.
These hilarious nights are FREE ENTRY and the laughs will kick off from 7:30pm (doors at 7pm).
Come and enjoy some Ferret funnies, and Make The Ferret Mad Again!
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Tuesday 21st April 2026
Free entry
7pm Doors / 7:30pm Showtime
Every 3rd Tuesday of the month
RECORDS TOUR DAY - A DJ Journey ft Bolts // Luke Out // Nodding Dog Disco
This Records Tour Day, we welcome a lineup of Preston’s finest selectors to take us on a journey through Dub Disco, Japanese Electronica, Wonky Techno, Beat Fuelled Jazz, and Beats & Pieces from all four corners of the globe.
RECORDS TOUR DAY - A DJ Journey at The Ferret
DJs: BOLTS // LUKE OUT // NODDING DOG DISCO
SAT 18TH APRIL
3pm - late
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY
YAM - An Open Jam Night
yam
An improv Open Mic Night
Tuesday, 14th April ‘26
The Ferret | Preston
Doors 7PM
FREE ENTRY!
YAM is an open jam night with a focus on inclusive group improvisation, open to singers and players of all levels.
If you're an instrumentalist looking to play with other musicians, or a solo act who'd like to try their songs with a full band. A singer, rapper or spoken word artist - come down and join us.
Don't worry if you've never improvised or jammed before, the goal is to get as many people involved as possible. We'll use every shortcut, standard chord progression and ironic cover version available to get you up on that stage. It's a co-operative game, not a competitive one!
More advanced players, you know we need you too! You might also get the chance to sit in on those collaborations you've been talking about in the beer garden for the last decade or so!
• Chords on the Boards - Standard jamming procedure via the Trusty whiteboard - Chords for an A section, Chords for a B section. Go!
• Random Band Raffle - Names & Instruments go in a hat and we'll pull out a ready-made band for an impromptu performance at various points.
• Singer-Songwriter Sessions - Solo acts, sketch out your song for the assembled players and let them create an arrangement in real time.
Instruments & Backline provided - Drums, Bass, Guitars (Electric & Acoustic) Vocal Mics. But feel free to bring your own, too!
CHROME MANTA RAY + WHTVRMNS + PAPER JONES
CHROME MANTA RAY + WHTVRMNS + PAPER JONES
Fri 10th April
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY
CHROME MANTA RAY:
Chrome Manta Ray are a four piece high-energy rock band hailing from the streets of Liverpool, blending raw punk attitude with heavy metal edge, delivering fast riffs, powerful vocals, and an electrifying live sound.
WHTVRMNS:
Blurring the boundaries of grunge, shoegaze and post-hardcore, WHTVRMNS was born out of the freedom to create a sound that is distinctively theirs. It’s a sound that is brimming with grit, melancholic lyrics and heavy instrumentation, capturing a mix of nostalgic angst and fresh intensity.
FFO: Basement, Narrow Head, They are Gutting a Body Of Water, and The Smashing Pumpkins.
PAPER JONES:
Alternative rock five piece from Lancaster mixing high energy breakdowns with catchy pop harmonies and math rock complexity
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground-floor venue & facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Kingfast + Face Ache + Ellie Winstanley
Kingfast + Face Ache + Ellie Winstanley
Thursday 9th April
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7PM
FREE ENTRY
Born in Kingston, Jamaica and raised in Belfast, KingFast's musical journey reflects a vibrant blend of his diverse roots. Now based in Liverpool, he’s a compelling solo artist whose talents have seen him grace a variety of stages. From Liverpool Sound City and LIMF to Deva Fest and Elderflower Fields Festival, he even performed on a yacht during the Cannes Film Festival. KingFast has left an indelible mark on audiences worldwide.
According to Getintothis, KingFast is “a solo singer and guitarist who packs in considerable energy and geniality to his shows.” This charisma is matched by his stunning musical prowess, with Bido Lito praising his “stunning looped guitar acrobatics and soulful pop numbers,” and Dave Monks of BBC Introducing Merseyside declaring, “Wow, what a voice... very soulful.”
With Ellie Winstanley (former British Birds), heading back after her first solo show a couple weeks back here at The Ferret, and Face Ache giving faux-orchestral (with an 80s tinge).
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)
Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Blinded + Tin Gods + Mayneline Service Crew *FREE ENTRY!*
Blinded + Tin Gods + Mayneline Service Crew
Sunday 5th April
Doors 7pm
FREE ENTRY!
Blinded are a Preston-based alternative indie rock band pushing raw guitars, dark tones, and unapologetic energy. Blending sharp indie hooks with a heavier edge, their sound hits somewhere between chaos and control.
Tin Gods deliver emotive indie rock echoing The Stranglers, The Smiths and Afghan Wigs with their own distinctive edge.
The Mayneline Service Crew is formed from a group of mates with diverse music tastes, which have taken their own music from indie love songs to punk rock, creating a bridge between the two.
Blinded + Tin Gods + Mayneline Service Crew
Sunday 5th April
Doors 7pm
FREE ENTRY!
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)
Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
The Lavelles + Kiwi + Super *FREE ENTRY!*
The Lavelles + Kiwi + Super
Friday, 27th March 2026
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY
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Hailing from the heart of Darwen, Lancashire, The Lavelles are a four-piece indie band that thrives on the rich musical heritage of our hometown.
Founded by brothers Tom and Sam, alongside good friends Kienan and Kyle, their music is a testament to the vibrant sounds that have long echoed through the North West. The Lavelles take great pride in their roots, drawing inspiration from the legendary bands that shaped the region's musical landscape, while forging their own path with a distinctive and original sound.
Indie rock from the North-West of England. Kiwi draw influence from classic indie rock roots, with anthemic chorus’, crunching guitar riffs, and eclectic live performances all a given.
Their accomplishments include sell out Manchester headline shows & national radio plays, support slots for indie favourites The Royston Club, VISTAS and M60 – not to mention multiple BBC introducing track of the week and festival appearances… So catch them whilst you can.
Super are a 4 piece from Wigan, with catchy tunes, Dirty Licks and all the charm and attitude of a working class town, need they say any more?
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The Lavelles + Kiwi + Super
Friday, 27th March 2026
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)
Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Litterbug + Sally Pepper *FREE ENTRY!*
Litterbug + Sally Pepper
Thursday, 26th March 2026
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY
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Punchy riffs, sharp hooks, and a love for classic punk attitude define the sound of Litterbug. Emerging from Blackpool, UK, the band blends raw DIY energy with a playful, melodic edge that keeps their songs fast, catchy, and impossible to ignore.
Originally evolving from an alt-indie background, Litterbug gradually leaned harder into punk rock, embracing the spirit of classic ‘77 punk while keeping their own quirky songwriting style.
Sally Pepper is an acoustic pop-punk singer-songwriter based in Blackpool, taking influence from alternative bands like All Time Low, Paramore and Fall Out Boy, as well pop artists like Taylor Swift and Miley Cyrus. She has toured extensively in the UK as both a headline act, and has shared the stage with the likes of fellow songwriters Lucy Spraggan and Grace Petrie.
With her big choruses, heartfelt lyrics and witty onstage chat, Sally always puts on a show which can be enjoyed by fans of any genre.
Please note: Unfortunately, Death By Horse didn't make it into the country, so won't be appearing tonight.
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Litterbug + Sally Pepper
Thursday, 26th March 2026
The Ferret, Preston
FREE ENTRY
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)
Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
Electronic Music Open Mic
THE FERRET electronic music OPEN MIC
Tuesday, 24th March ‘26
The Ferret | Preston
Doors 7PM
FREE ENTRY!
Preston's Electronic Music Open Mic (EMOM) returns to The Ferret this Tuesday, 24th March.
Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.
This is an open stage night for electronic and experimental musicians, aimed at giving local artists a supportive space in which to play live and experiment. Open to all forms of electronic/experimental music including: ambient, chiptune, drone, drum & bass, dub, electronica, electropop, experimental hip-hop, field recordings, glitch, house, industrial, looping, noise, soundscape, synthwave, techno, trance & more!
Get out of your home studio or bedroom, and come out to a fun, supportive night with other enthusiastic tech heads, dabblers and music fans. You don’t need to be an established artist with a full repertoire. This is for anyone who wants to try their hand at playing live in a safe, motivating environment.
Computers, digital boxes, DJ controllers, drum machines, gadgets, groove boxes, keyboard synths, loop stations, modular synths, phone apps, samplers, sequencers… and everything in between. All welcome!
Come out and meet other music makers, producers and creative types from all walks of music making. There should be plenty of time to talk gear, production techniques and a whole range of inspiring ideas.
The event will run from roughly 7pm-11.00pm with wiggle room depending on interest.
Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.
Take to The Ferret stage with full live-music PA & sound engineer. We will have a table for you to setup on, and another one to the side, for the next performer to prep their gear. In order for the event to run smoothly, we ask that you prepare a mono or stereo mix of your setup before handing your outputs over to us; we will not be able to mix your outputs for you in the given time. Vocal mics & mic stands available.
Sorry - no acoustic guitars – unless they are being used to generate soundscapes or some other style of music in keeping with the night (e.g. through pedals, FX units etc.)
Additionally, feel free to bring a USB stick containing visuals you'd like to be projected during your set.
Entrance is FREE for both performers and spectators, so gather your friends and fellow electronic music enthusiasts to join us for an incredible night of creativity and musical exploration!
The Ferret, Preston
Tuesday, 24th March
7pm - 11pm
Free Entry
All ages welcome (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult).
Accessible ground floor venue & facilities.
Dog friendly venue.
Slots are up to 20 minutes. Some pre-booked slots have gone but we do have a few left - so email emompreston@gmail.com to grab one. Additional walk-in slots will be available on the night. First come first served.
Shader + Flok + Blinded *FREE ENTRY*
Shader +
Flok +
Blinded
Thursday 19th March 2026
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7pm
FREE ENTRY!
Playing an exclusive set including their upcoming new single ‘Unknown Vision’, Shader deliver an eclectic swirl of huge melodic guitar riffs & northern grooves colliding with addictive arena-sized choruses.
"The lovechild of Franz Ferdinand and The Enemy" – The Sugarmill
Joined by Manchester based Alternative Rock band FLOK, and Preston boys Blinded (formally Blindside).
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Shader + Flok + Blinded
Thursday 19th March 2026
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7pm
FREE ENTRY!
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)
Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
MTFMA presents: Fil Milton & Laurence Tuck - DOUBLE HEADER - 2 FREE COMEDY SHOWS
Imagine if there was a comedy night where you could see two amazing one hour shows, back-to-back, for the princely sum of NO POUNDS! Well imagine no longer because Make the Ferret Mad Again is making all your dreams come true!
First up we'll have 'An Idiot's Guide to Murder'...
Laurence Tuck is Dr Laurence Tench, respected academic and expert in murder. This show is an abridged version of Dr Tench's international lecture tour, a step by step guide in how to murder someone and get away with it.
This absurdist comedy will have you laughing until you die. Which may be sooner than you think. In 'An idiot's Guide to Murder' you'll find that true crime has never been truer! Directed by Kyle McKensie.
Then we'll all have tea and biscuits ready for show number two:
'Fil Milton... Is a One-Liner Comedian'
Award-avoiding comedian Fil Milton brings you an hour (or thereabouts) of the best one-liners to make your sides hurt from the sheer pain of laughter. Fans of Jimmy Carr and Gary Delaney won't be disappointed as Milton takes the audience on a rollercoaster ride of word play, puns and hilarious situations that will keep you guessing to the last word. Hold onto your pants... though you might not need them!
🗓️Tuesday 17th March 2025
✨Free entry
⏰7pm Doors / 7:30pm Start
😂MTFMA - Every 3rd Tuesday of the month
#preston #northweststandup #ukcomedygigs #theferret #lancashireevents
elektronisch ft She The Throne // Synthtexture // Dilworth // Barium Network // Stu.0 // Tim Melia
<<elektronisch>> presents
She The Throne (LIVE)
Synthtexture (LIVE)
Dilworth (LIVE)
+ DJs:
Barium Network // Stu.0 // Tim Melia
Fri 13th March
The Ferret, Preston
7pm - late
FREE ENTRY
Welcome to <<ELEKTRONISCH>>
The Ferret’s semi-regular electronic music event, showcasing live techno, electronica, and synthy-business.
<<She The Throne>>
SHE THE THRONE are a Ritual Noise 2 piece from Manchester UK. They aim to bring forth an ancient latent rhythmic union merging themselves, the space they play with and the audience who listens, urging them to remember. Musically incorporating elements of industrial music and harsh noise with the darker melody of bands like Portishead, fused to the backbone of experimental hip hop.
<<D-Man aka Synthtexture>>
The D-Man creates banging acid lines and relentless live techno. Expect non-stop beats and intensity from this master of machines.
<<Dilworth>>
Dilworth is an electronic artist crafting immersive modular soundscapes that blur the line between ambient, experimental, and progressive electronics. For this set he’ll perform a live modular patch built from sliced fragments of his upcoming prog-inspired album, twisting and granulating them into a constantly evolving remix of a work still in progress—glitchy, atmospheric, and uniquely reassembled in real time.
<<Barium Network | Stu.0 | Tim Melia>>
This edition of <<elektronisch>> is completed with DJ sets from BARIUM NETWORK + STU.0 + TIM MELIA. Expect eclectic electronica including mutant techno & electro, dark industrial, solid grooves and mind-melting dancefloor destroyers.
<<elektronisch>> presents She The Throne (live) | Synthtexture (live) | Dilworth (live) + DJs: Barium Network | Stu.0 | Tim Melia
Fri 13th March
The Ferret, Preston
7pm - late
FREE ENTRY
Aphotic Sky + Neo Cryptid + Parasite Kings
Aphotic Sky +
Neo Cryptid +
Parasite Kings
Thursday 12th March 2026
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7pm
FREE ENTRY!
Preston five-piece Aphotic Sky deliver crushing, atmospheric metalcore packed with dark intensity, soaring emotion and bone-shaking riffs — a rising force in the North West heavy scene and guaranteed to level The Ferret.
Neo Cryptid is a Bradford-based solo force fusing metal, industrial and EDM into a high-impact, riff-heavy electronic onslaught — crushing guitars, pounding beats and a live show built to shake the room.
Parasite Kings unleash immersive metalcore packed with savage riffs, crushing breakdowns and raw, introspective fire — balancing brutality and melody while turning themes of pressure, identity and survival into a full-throttle battle cry.
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Aphotic Sky + Neo Cryptid + Parasite Kings
Thursday 12th March 2026
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7pm
FREE ENTRY!
Preston DJ Social: International Women’s Day Open Deck
Preston DJ Social: International Women’s Day Open Deck
Sunday March 8th
3–7PM
The Ferret, Preston
Preston DJ Social are teaming up to host a DJ Hangout & Open Deck celebrating women in the industry! They’re inviting women DJs from across Lancashire to come hang out, have a cup of tea, make new friends, and play what you love in a safe & supportive space.
Slots are between 10-30 minutes depending on attendance. Sign up on the day - opening DJs TBA.
Everyone is welcome to attend but the open deck is for women only. All abilities welcome. We are a woman-identifying & trans inclusive open deck.
The event is supported by AlphaTheta and will feature 3000Xs and a DJM-A9 set up. Please make sure your USB is synced with Rekordbox 6.8.2 or higher to ensure compatibility.
Horsemeat + Chimps Of The Future + Double Yellows *FREE ENTRY!*
Horsemeat + Chimps Of The Future + Double Yellows
Thursday 26th Feb ‘26
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7PM
FREE ENTRY!
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HORSEMEAT:
Conceived under the apocalyptic glow of 2018’s dying winter sunlight, Horsemeat is the product of three men's desire to satiate their passion for 80s metal and 90s grunge in a safe and supportive environment. Whilst you could say Horsemeat is music for carnivores, it can be equally enjoyed by listeners of all dietary persuasions.
CHIMPS OF THE FUTURE
are a gang of Lancastrian discordians aiming to bring wonderment into your dreary little lives. Hail Eris! Hail Discordia!
DOUBLE YELLOWS:
Rock and roll with attitude. A Rock Power Trio from the northwest, with a common goal, conquer the planet and bring rock back into the mainstream. Gaining momentum, generating a genuine buzz and soon to be releasing their new EP, (produced by John Kettle - Lathums, Rianne Downey).
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Horsemeat + Chimps Of The Future + Double Yellows
Thursday 26th Feb 2026
The Ferret, Preston
Doors 7PM
FREE ENTRY!
Ages 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by a responsible adult)
Accessible ground-floor venue and facilities.
Dog-friendly venue.
