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Latest news and information for Warton in Fylde, home to the BAE Systems site and on Preston New Road. Next door to Freckleton.

BAE Systems to hire 500 apprentices and graduates at Warton and Samlesbury in 2023

Two BAE Systems apprentices working in Samlesbury BAE Systems is set to hire 500 new apprentices and graduates at Warton and Samlesbury next year. A total of 2,600 roles are available nationwide, which represents a 43 per […]

1 year ago
BAE Samlesbury and Warton seek engineers for Tempest fighter

BAE Systems has launched a recruitment drive to find 1,000 engineers to develop a new fighter jet, with positions available in Lancashire. Over 12 months, BAE Systems’ ‘once-in-a-generation opportunity’ will […]

2 years ago
Warton man jailed for teen’s death

Andrew Smalley jailed for Warton teen's death A man has been jailed for causing the death of a teenager by dangerous driving. Andrew Smalley, of Station Road, Warton, appeared before Preston Crown Court after Ashley Donald was […]

2 years ago
BAE Systems announces 2021 full-year results

The Lightnings at BAE Samlesbury The full-year results have been released for BAE Systems which employ a large number of people in Preston. Employees across the UK Air business are involved in helping to develop […]

2 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement The Freckleton air disaster, 61 killed as Bomber crashes on the village

Funeral for victims of the Freckleton air disaster Pic: Warfare History Network World War II in Preston One of the worst air disasters of World War II occurred near Warton Aerodrome in 1944. The Fylde coast and Preston were spared most of […]

2 years ago
‘Don’t wait’ – BAE boss’ plea to anyone with bowel cancer symptoms

A view of the Samlesbury enterprise zone which the road will link up to A boss at one of Lancashire’s biggest employers has shared his story of bowel cancer in an effort to encourage people to be more open about their health. Chris Boardman, […]

2 years ago
Over 300 apprentice and graduate roles available at BAE in Preston

Learning to be a BAE apprentice BAE Systems is set to hire over 300 apprentices and graduates in the Preston area in 2022. The creation of the graduate and undergraduate roles in Warton, Samlesbury and Preston […]

2 years ago
Harrison’s Bar in Ribby Hall Village closed until 19 July

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Harrison’s Bar in Ribby Hall Village is temporarily closed with immediate effect. It will remain closed until Monday, July 19. Read more: Joy and then despair […]

3 years ago
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