News and information about the Broadgate area of Preston, Lancashire. Although part of the Riversway electoral ward, Broadgate is very close to the city centre and is an area of housing that spills down Fishergate Hill towards the River Ribble.
Broadgate man wanted for breaching behaviour orderPolice have launched an appeal to find a wanted man who breached a criminal behaviour order. Preston Police are searching for Aaron Alty, 19, who is wanted in Preston and […]
2 years ago Penwortham pupil to star in Freddie Flintoff’s new TV showPenwortham Priory Academy Year 11 pupil Umar Mahmood is set to be a hit on television screens this week as he shows off his cricketing prowess. Umar is taking part […]
2 years ago Dog rescued from muddy banks of River RibbleA dog has been rescued from the banks of the River Ribble. Two fire engines from Preston and Penwortham were called to the incident shortly after 1pm today (Tuesday 21 […]
2 years ago Broadgate resident joins mum on Morecambe Bay walk to raise £585 for RosemereA mum and daughter joined the six-mile Jubilee Morecambe Bay Walk last weekend to raise funds for a local cancer foundation. Kirsty Littlewood, 35, from Broadgate in Preston, and her […]
2 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Broadgate CYCLOPS junction approvedLancashire County Council has approved a new junction between Preston and Penwortham designed to make life easier and safer for pedestrians and cyclists. The CYCLOPS junction features an orbital track […]
2 years ago Preston history trails: Fishergate circular featuring Penwortham Old BridgeWalking is a great way to keep fit and see things you would otherwise miss. Preston is full of historic buildings, parks and an attractive river. Access from public transport […]
2 years ago Educational Minecraft climate change game comes to PrestonChildren will be able to learn more about climate change and the environment through a new game. The new Minecraft: Education Edition game ‘Rivercraft’ is based on the £54.7M flood risk […]
2 years ago Broadgate entrepreneur’s veg box scheme bringing affordable organic and locally produced food to PrestonA Broadgate entrepreneur has launched a veg box scheme designed to bring affordable organic and locally produced food to the people of Preston. Alina Belousova started Back to Eden in […]
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