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Winckley Square

Winckley Square is a Georgian Square in the heart of Preston city centre, in recent years it has seen a major regeneration and upkeep scheme

Prestonā€™s historic sites today, what to see and some new developments

The former Post office, undergoing development Pic: Geoff Whittaker Preston has a long history and there are many historic places and buildings to visit in all seasons. Preston is blessed with many lovely green spaces including parks and gardens. […]

8 months ago
Former Preston Catholic College apartment plan set for approval

Indicative view from Mount Street facing North Part of a former city centre Catholic College in Winckley Square is set to become apartments. Preston City Council planning officers have recommended the proposals for 36 apartments on part […]

8 months ago
Lancashire Encounter Festival confirms 2023 line-up

Timeless is performed inside and around 7m high rotating hourglass and tackled the threat of climate change The line-up for this year’s Lancashire Encounter Festival taking over Preston city centre for three days of arts and culture has been confirmed. Organised by Preston City Council the festival […]

9 months ago
Gala in the Gardens to take place at Winckley Square

The Friends of Winckley Square have organised aĀ free Gala in the Gardens. The Georgian Square will provide the backdrop for an afternoon of fun and laughter. There will be live […]

9 months ago
Advertisement Advertisement Preston parks including Winckley Square and Avenham Park retain Green Flag status

Avenham Park Six Preston parks have received the Green Flag Awards for being high quality green spaces. Preston City Council retained the award for Avenham and Miller Parks, Ashton Park, Fishwick local […]

9 months ago
Blue plaque unveiled on restored Georgian townhouse in Winckley Square

A Preston businessman who helped spark many city firms into life during the industrial revolution has been remembered with a blue plaque. Entrepreneur Thomas Leach began his career in Fishergate […]

9 months ago
Trilogy of talks to reveal the secrets of 5 Winckley Square

5 Winckley Square A trilogy of talks will reveal the secrets of 5 Winckley Square. In the series, named A House Through Time, Susan Douglass will tell the story of the property and […]

11 months ago
Preston Jazz and Improvisation Festival returns with free music for the city

Tim Staffell A free music festival in Preston will see nearly 100 performers taking to the stage at a wide variety of venues throughout Preston. TheĀ Preston Jazz and Improvisation FestivalĀ will welcome 99 […]

11 months ago
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