News and information for the area of Cottam in Preston, Lancashire. Part of what’s known as Ingol the area of Cottam was famous once for Cottam Hall and its brickworks, today it’s an area sought after by developers to build new housing on.
Cottam author’s debut book raises £2,450 for children’s charityA Cottam author’s debut book has raised £2,450 for charity. Rachel Walmsley’s book, Christmas Cabaret, sold out within weeks, with all proceeds going to Lancashire Teaching Hospitals Charity’s Children’s Appeal. Rachel said: “It […]
2 years ago 320 new homes in Higher Bartle to be given green lightAn application to build up to 320 houses in Higher Bartle is set for approval. The development would be on a 20-hectare site of farmland to the east of Sandy Lane […]
2 years ago Local Rotary Club to collect Christmas trees in Ribble Valley and North PrestonA local Rotary Club has organised a tree collection service to raise funds for local charities over the festive period. Between 8 and 9 January, The Rotary Club of Longridge […]
2 years ago In pictures: Cottam residents take to the streets for annual charity Santa ParadeCottam’s annual Santa Parade delighted residents as they gathered on the streets to soak up the festive spirit. On Sunday 19 December, Santa and his helpers set off from Hayfield […]
2 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Festive parade through the streets of Cottam this SundaySanta Claus and friends are coming to Cottam this Sunday (19 December). Over £1,000 was raised by the group’s parade in 2020. This year they hope to raise even more, […]
2 years ago Cottam Parkway train station consultation beginsA new train station in northwest Preston will see better transport links for jobs, business and leisure, according to Lancashire County Council. The Cottam Parkway Railway Station will be located […]
2 years ago Cottam author’s sold out book about Christmas vegetables raises funds for charityA Cottam author’s first book has sold out within weeks, with all proceeds going to charity. Rachel Walmsley’s book, Christmas Cabaret, is aimed at pre-school and KS1 children, and is […]
2 years ago Cottam Primary School pupils help to launch new Co-op storeChildren from Cottam Primary School helped to launch Cottam’s new Co-op. The youngsters helped to cut the ribbon and launch the new store on Friday, November 26. The shop, which […]
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