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When was the Battle of Preston? History talk to reveal all

Redcoats marching during a reenactment of the Battle of Preston It is more than 300 years since the sound of musket shots rang out through the streets of Preston. Known as the last battle on English soil the Battle of […]

7 years ago
Preston pauses on Remembrance Sunday to remember the fallen

Preston paused to pay its respects to those who lost their lives in conflict. The Flag Market was the location for the Remembrance Day service. Dignitaries paraded from the Markets […]

7 years ago
Preston’s Christmas Lights switch on to be on the TV

ITV2 crews are going to be following Joey as he helps turn on the Christmas lights Reality TV star Joey Essex is due to visit Preston once again – as the city appears in a Christmas-themed show. The star of The Only Way is Essex is […]

7 years ago
The Russian State Ballet and Opera House bring Swan Lake to Preston Guild Hall

The Russian State Ballet and Opera House will be coming to Preston Guild Hall to present their mesmerising performance of Swan Lake on Monday 14 November at 7.30pm. The timeless classic […]

7 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Coca Cola truck won’t visit Preston but here is where else it is calling

A sure sign it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas won’t be calling at Preston. The Coca Cola truck, which last pulled up on the Flag Market in 2014, […]

7 years ago
Preston BID wins re-election for five more years of city centre promotion

There’s been a re-election in Preston and a very comprehensive one. Preston’s Business Improvement District have secured a third term of representing 800 city centre firms. Winning more than three-quarters […]

7 years ago
Details of Preston Remembrance procession announced

Preston is to fall silent to remember those who have given their lives in conflict. The annual Remembrance service takes place on Sunday 13 November. Details of the procession have […]

7 years ago
Every Prestonian knows it is nearly Christmas when this happens

Mrs Christmas has taken up residency in the St George's Shopping Centre Pic: Tony Worrall Every Prestonian knows it is only really the beginning of the festive season when this shop reappears in the city centre. Mrs Christmas has set up shop once more and […]

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