Situated in the heart of the colourful county of Lancashire, Preston is the gateway to Lancashire's beautiful landscape and historical sights. Preston, the administrative capital of Lancashire, is the largest and most important commercial centre in the County and it attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors each year. Preston's history dates back to the Doomsday Book and to 1179 with the granting of the Charter, which gave the right to hold a Guild Merchant every 20 years. The "Once in a Preston Guild" tradition continues to this day and we look forward to the next in 2012.
As England's newest City plans have been agreed for a new multi-million redevelopment of the City Centre to include major retail, leisure and cultural facilities which will enhance the existing excellent retail offer and magnificent heritage buildings such as the Harris Museum & Art Gallery. The Grade I listed building features an extensive collection of art, ceramics and sculpture as well as a contemporary changing exhibition programme.
Preston takes great pride in its people and celebrates its cultural diversity with an all year round events programme which includes the unique Easter Egg Rolling event, the colourful Caribbean Carnival and the Preston Mela, Festival of South Asian Culture.
The 25,000 + students at the University of Central Lancashire ensure that the City is buzzing at night with a range of pubs, clubs and entertainment including the Guild Hall and Charter Theatre which provides all year round entertainment including major sporting events, ballet, drama, concerts and much more.
Preston is an ideal destination for your next short break. Visit one of the many museums, attractions or events, enjoy some excellent leisurely shopping, or relax in one of Preston's outdoor café's. And if you are looking further afield, Preston is an ideal touring base for nearby Blackpool and the Fylde Coast, Lancaster and the Lake District. Population 190,000
Attraction
Barn Plant Centre and Gift Shop
Beacon Fell Country Park
Bowland Wild Boar Park
British Commercial Vehicle Museum
Cuerden Valley Park
Garstang Discovery Centre
Harris Museum and Art Gallery
Hoghton Tower
Leisure Lakes
Longton Brickcroft Nature Reserve and Visitor Centre
Museum of Lancashire
National Football Museum
Queens Lancashire Regiment Museum
Ribble Steam Railway
Ribchester Roman Museum
Samlesbury Hall
South Ribble Museum and Exhibition Centre
Ten Pin
West Lancashire Light Railway
Worden Arts and Crafts Centre
Budget
Premier Inn Blackpool Kirkham *book online*
Premier Inn Preston Central *book online*
Premier Inn Preston East *book online*
Premier Inn Preston North *book online*
Premier Inn Preston South (Craven Drive) *book online*
Premier Inn Preston South (Cuerden Way) *book online*
Premier Inn Preston West *book online*
Travelodge Preston Central *book online*
Care Home
Bridgeway
Dovedale Court
Preston Glades Care Home
Preston Private Nursing Home
Sherwood Court
Church
Cinema
Classes
Dance - Greens Dance Centre
Yoga - Anahata
Club
Squires NightclubThe Warehouse
Council
Dentist
Adelphi Dental Practice
Bamber Bridge Dental Care
Saul Street Clinic
Sharples & Colville
Doctor
Avenham Lane Practice
Berry Lane Medical Centre
Fishergate Hill Surgery
The Healthcare Centre
The Surgery
Estate Agent
Charles Parker Bennett & Co
Garside Waddingham
Parker & Company
Pinkus Robert & Co
Reeds Rains Estate Agents
Swift Property Services
Golf Club
IngolPenwortham
Preston
Market
Dryden Car Boot
Preston Indoor Market
Preston Market Car Boot & Flea Market
Preston Open Market
The Flag Market
Performing Arts
Carol May School Of Dance & Performing Arts
Charter Theatre
The Helen O'Grady Drama Academy
Pub and Bar
Anchor
Birley Arms
Black Bull Inn
Black Horse
Coach House
Dog Inn
Farmers Arms
Grey Friar
Guy's Thatched Hamlet
Lime Kiln
Nabs Head Hotel
Old Dog Inn
Old Oak Inn
Plough Inn
Queens Arms
Royal Oak
Sun Inn
Tithebarn
Wellington Inn
Yew Tree Inn
Restaurant
Anchor
Black Bull Inn
Black Horse
Dog Inn
Farmers Arms
Gibbon Bridge Hotel
Guy's Thatched Hamlet
Lybah Indian Restaurant
Shona Spice
Simply Heathcotes
Yew Tree Inn
School
Carol May School Of Dance & Performing Arts
Highfield Priory School
Kirkham Grammar School
Saint Pius X Preparatory School
The Helen O'Grady Drama Academy
Tulketh High School
Self-Catering
Centenary Mill Apartments
Premier Apts
Solicitor
Andrew Doyle & Co Solicitors
Barber & Co
Bhialok Fielding
Coan & Co
Humphreys Solicitors
John Whittle Robinson Solicitors
Marsdens
Napthen Houghton Craven
Rawsthorns
Sinclair
Sutcliffe Reed Solicitors
Taxi
A B Cabs
Allied Taxis
Checkers Taxis
Eagle Taxis
Millers
New City Taxis
Pauls Taxi
Uni-Cabs
Theatre
Tour Guide
Vet
Sports Clubs
BAE Warton Cricket Club (Cricket)
Bamber Bridge ARLFC (Rugby League)
Broughton & District LTC (Tennis)
Chorley (Women's Hockey)
Chorley (Men's Hockey)
Garstang Ladies Hockey Club (Women's Hockey)
Garstang TTC (Table Tennis)
Hoghton Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Leyland Warriors ARLFC (Rugby League)
Longridge CC (Cricket)
Penwortham CC (Cricket)
Penwortham Leisure Centre Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Preston (Men's Hockey)
Preston (Women's Hockey)
Preston CC (Cycling)
Preston CC (Cricket)
Preston Judo Club (Martial Arts)
Preston North End Football Club (Football)
Preston TTC (Table Tennis)
Preston Wheelers (Cycling)
Ribble Valley CRC (Cycling)
Springfields (Women's Hockey)
Springfields (Men's Hockey)
Ten Pin (Bowling)
Shops
Debenhams
Barn at Scorton
Halewood & Sons
Great Grandfathers Books
Waterstones Booksellers Ltd
Secret Garden
Edenfield
Boots
Singleton's Dairy Farm
Birds of Paradise
Brendan Anderton
Early Learning Centre
Rymans
Auldene Garden Centre
Newgate Nurseries
QTS Garden Products & Plant Hire
Barton Grange Garden Centre
Brackenwood Nurseries
Dobbies Garden Centre
Helms Pet Supplies
Dewhurst's Celebration Balloons
Cliftons Farm
Growing with Nature
Dorothy Perkins
Moor Park Pharmacy
Newhall Opticians
Styletto
Varanni Shoes
Evans
Waterstones
J D Sports
Staples
Halfords
BodyShop
The Original Art Shop
Garstang fine Art
Ribblefort Gallery
Art House
Fulwood Gallery
Majestic Wine
Thorntons
PC World
Wickes
Booth Supermarkets
H Samuel
Ernest Jones
Mothercare
B&Q
Homebase
Rowlands Pharmacy
Barratt Shoes
T K Maxx
Republic
Ribble Steam Railway
Hallmark Cards
Hallmark Cards
J J B Sports
Lush
Stationery 747
River Island
Outfit
Topman
Topshop
BHS
Antiques
John Bosman Antiques
O'Brien R J & Sons Antiques Ltd
Nelson Antiques
Fine Art Antiques
European Fine Arts & Antiques Ltd
Davies Christian
Allison Donald
Q'tiques
Activities
Ministry of Paintball(Adventure)
Bowland Forest Gliding Club(Aviation Sports)
Cycle Adventure(Cycling)
Preston Piranhas BMX Club(Cycling)
Ribble Valley Cycle & Racing Club(Cycling)
Twin Lakes Trout Fishery(Fishing)
Dolphin Clay Target Centre(Shooting)
Places to Stay near Preston
Premier Apts (0.11 miles)
Premier Apts is located in the heart of Preston City Centre. This modern and spacious two bedroom apartment offers great value for money and is ideal for business and leisure. ... More
Premier Inn Preston Central (0.43 miles)
Travelodge Preston Central (0.48 miles)
The Travelodge Preston Central is an affordable 3 star hotel ideally located for exploring the city and the North West. The hotel is just minutes from all the major high-streets shops and close to Preston ... More | visit website
Centenary Mill Apartments (0.54 miles)
Centenary Mill is located in the Preston City Centre Modern and spacious two bedroom apartments great value for money and is ideal for business and leisure. Amenities include high quality ... More
Ashwood Hotel (0.70 miles)
Whitburn House Hotel (1.50 miles)
Park Hotel (1.92 miles)
Only a short walk to Riversway and the University and within a mile of the city centre and station. Why suffer in an a bland lodge when you can be pampered ... More
The Claremont Hotel (1.96 miles)
Tickled Trout Hotel (2.29 miles)
Another world exists alongside the m6. Just off junction 31, on the banks of the River Ribble stands The Tickled Trout. A haven from the tensions of motorway traffic, it's the ... More
Premier Inn Preston South (Craven Drive) (2.62 miles)
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