News and information about the Friargate area of Preston, Lancashire. Friargate is a key corridor between the city centre and the university campus, home to many shops and a growing amount of student flats.
Meet the woman selflessly helping homeless people across PrestonA Preston woman has been cooking food in her home to distribute to the homeless for years. Lo Parsons delivers hot meals, along with essentials such as masks, sanitisers and […]
3 years ago Preston shops prepare to re-open for Christmas shoppingPreston city centre’s retailers are gearing up to safely re-open their doors from tomorrow (December 2). All retailers, with approproate safety measures in place, are looking forward to welcoming customers […]
3 years ago Friargate to reopen as Corporation Street closes in phase four of UCLan Masterplan roadworksHighways work on the University of Central Lancashire’s (UCLan) £200m Masterplan development is entering its next phase. Friargate, Moor Lane and a new road replacing the Adelphi roundabout will fully reopen […]
4 years ago In case you missed it: Five stories from Preston this week, September 19 to September 25Lots has happened in Preston in the past week. One of Preston’s most famous products returned home when Freddie Flintoff brought Jamie Redknapp on a visit to Moor Park. There […]
4 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Film launch explores Adelphi Square’s future – for Preston’s university and its residentsThe launch of a film about Adelphi Square has sparked discussion about what the future holds for the new public space. Blog Preston hosted the live launch of Adelphi – a 15 […]
4 years ago Longridge and South Ribble are not included in the Preston local lockdownAfter the announcement today of a government enforced local lockdown from midnight, many people in and around Preston are concerned about whether the lockdown will affect their household. The local […]
4 years ago Preston’s bid for up to £25m from the Towns Fund – and the projects that could benefitPreston has submitted a bid for up to £25 million worth of funding to improve the economy, develop the city, and attract jobs and long-term investment. Preston is one of […]
4 years ago PLAU in Friargate opening after lockdown – with new roof terrace to followPLAU Gin and Beer House is reopening its doors today (Thursday 23 July), as the coronavirus lockdown is eased. The Friargate bar has been closed for four months but is […]
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