The season covered the period from 1 July 2017 to 30 June 2018.

As of 7 June 2017, Preston North End have announced seven pre-season friendlies against Bamber Bridge, Stockport County, Morecambe, Accrington Stanley, Burnley, Fleetwood Town[33] and Newcastle United.

Source: [citation needed] On 21 June 2017, the league fixtures were announced.

[35][36] In the FA Cup, PNE entered the competition in the third round and were drawn away to Wycombe Wanderers.

[37] On 16 June 2017, Preston North End were drawn an away tie against Accrington Stanley in the first round.