Mister Pickwicks sign stands forlornly Pic: Tony Worrall

A former pub which has stood derelict for nearly 20 years could be redeveloped into flats.

Mister Pickwicks was the last home brew pub in Preston during the 1950s before it closed in the mid-1990s.

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It was also known as The Meadow Arms before this, taking its name from Meadow Street, where it stands. It was part of the Vaux pub chain.

Six flats would be created inside the pub each with its own bedroom, bathroom and lounge.

The former pub is within the St Ignatius Conservation Area.

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Pickwicks in bad times Pic: Richard Richmond

Proposals from Mr I Patel, who is behind the plans, says ‘the pub has been vacant for a numerous years and an eyesore in its current state’.

Mister Pickwicks in happier times Pic: John Holderness

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