This category relates to all things to do with parks in Preston including Avenham and Miller Park, Ashton Park, Haslam Park, Moor Park and others
Memorial benches unveiled in Moor ParkThe Halewood family with councillor Robert Boswell (right) Three families have chosen to mark their loved ones by having a bench dedicated to them in Moor Park. As part of […]
7 years ago Funding secured for new toddlers play area on Euston Street ParkPreston City Council have recently approved the second phase of a scheme in Euston Street Park, which is aimed specifically at toddlers and children below six years of age. Parks […]
7 years ago Future of former Victorian coach house becomes clearerOne of the proposals for the former coach house A decision on what to do with a former Victorian coach house in Penwortham has moved a step closer. More than […]
7 years ago Pollution warning at Cuerden Valley Park riverThe River Lostock has turned a murky brown colour A river near Preston appears to have been contaminated with pollution. Environment Agency officers are working to find the source of […]
7 years ago Advertisement Advertisement Swiss Chalet damaged by arsonists during attackThe Swiss Chalet remains open despite the vandalism Pic: Tony Worrall A listed building in Avenham Park has been damaged by vandals. Avenham Park’s Swiss Chalet has a section boarded […]
7 years ago Moor Park to play host to family fun dayA stroll in Moor Park Pic: Paul Melling Preston’s largest park is to be filled with all sorts of free activities as part of a family fun day. Continuing on […]
7 years ago Pedalfest returns with two-wheeled fun in Avenham ParkA cyclist in Avenham Park Pic: Paul Melling Lycra-clad riders are preparing to pedal two epic routes from Avenham Park for the city’s annual cycle festival. Pedalfest is returning to […]
7 years ago Five Preston parks named among the best in the worldPreston parks have been earning plaudits again. Credit: Tony Worrall Five of Preston’s Parks have been recognised by the Green Flag Award Scheme as some of the very best in […]
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