Preston buildings & attractions

Key places and buildings in Preston which are regularly in the news

Brick thrown through window of Islamic Education Centre in Preston

An Islamic Education Centre has seen a window smashed. Preston Police are investigating after a brick was put through the window of the Madrassa-Tul-Madina in Garstang Road – just down […]

5 years ago Next stage of Preston Bus Station revamp to begin

Nine months of work is due to begin to create a new ‘urban park’ in the centre of Preston. Preston Bus Station’s western edge, which was due to see a […]

5 years ago Preston Bus Station revamp is up for an award

Preston Bus Station turns 50 this year and it could be an award-winning year. Refurbishment of the grade-II listed building has been shortlisted in an architecture awards. The Royal Institute […]

5 years ago Preston to unite against racism once more in face of ‘rise in community tensions’

Preston is to host a Standing Together Against Racism day for the sixth year. Community groups and organisations have organised the event to show their commitment to tackling racism in […]

5 years ago Advertisement Advertisement From Brutalist dream to council battle ground – 50 years of Preston Bus Station

Love it or hate it, there’s no denying the social and architectural importance of Preston Bus Station. Built in 1969 by Building Design Partnership, Preston Bus Station was the largest […]

5 years ago Rockprest extends capacity for Moor Park summer festival

One of the biggest tribute festivals in the UK returns to Moor Park this summer. Rockprest is back for two days during the summer. Foo Fighters, Queen, Guns n Roses […]

5 years ago Trinity on the Square says it won’t be closing but admits staff payment problems

A Preston city centre restaurant and bar has denied it is closing. Trinity on the Square, in what was Solita, opened in January. But Jonathan ‘Jay’ Williams has spoken out […]

5 years ago Moor Park Conservation Area to see a number of roads removed

Ten roads look set to have their conservation status removed from them. Moor Park Conservation Area looks set to be reduced in size by Preston City Council. A consultation period […]

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