This category is for posts with observations made about Preston.
Cannons, statues and the Belverdere a short history of Avenham Park landmarksThe recent Heritage lottery funded restoration of Avenham and Miller parks has highlighted the presence of a number of art works that can be viewed when visiting. Some are better […]
7 years ago Five things sure to catch your eye at the Harris OpenAs always, this years annual Open exhibition at Preston’s Harris Museum and Art Gallery is an exciting and inspiring mix of more than 400 exhibits of mixed media, materials, quality, and […]
7 years ago Who is behind Preston’s crazy carrots?Recently, those taking a walk or bike ride around Avenham Park in Preston city centre have been greeted with a cheery sight; gone are the days of scenic sunsets and beautiful […]
8 years ago Hic! Hopfest returned to Preston GrasshoppersBeer, balls and boys round 2. That time of year again where I swap the usual outfit posts and ramblings for photos of beer on a rugby pitch. I think […]
8 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Banksy style graffiti appears on Moor Park toilet blockAn imitation Banksy has appeared in Moor Park. On the side of the toilet block wall two dogs have appeared in an interesting position. Andrew Hobbs sent in the picture […]
8 years ago How a Preston nurse came to my aid after being knocked from my bikeYou didn’t have to stop, when you saw my bike on the middle of Garstang Road, with me laying unconscious somewhere near it – you were off duty and the […]
8 years ago Have you seen Santa on a Fulwood roundabout?Commuters have been given a bit of festive cheer as a Preston roundabout gets a Christmas makeover. In what has become a modern Fulwood tradition the Bluebell Way roundabout gets […]
8 years ago Secretary of State to decide on fracking appealNews that Secretary of State for Communities and Local Government Greg Clark informed Lancashire County Council of his intent on Thursday of this week has only confirmed what residents against fracking thought […]
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