Preston Historical Society present The Battle of Preston, 1715 and its aftermath by Dr. Bill Shannon

Preston Minster

Preston Minster is one of the main churches in Preston and is located in the city centre, in Church Street

On Monday 7 December 2015, there will be a talk and presentation given by Dr. Bill Shannon, to the members and visitors of the Preston Historical Society at Preston Minster […]

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