Winckley Square is a Georgian Square in the heart of Preston city centre, in recent years it has seen a major regeneration and upkeep scheme
Edith Rigby road name sparks debate in PrestonThe news that the Preston Western Distributor is to be named after suffragette Edith Rigby has sparked debate. While celebrated for dedicating her life to fighting for women’s rights, some […]
1 year ago Former Preston Catholic College sees plans lodged for 36 apartmentsThere are plans to redevelop parts of the former Preston Catholic College into 36 apartments in the city centre. The proposal situated at the rear of 33 and 34 Winckley […]
1 year ago Winckley Square guided history walks for spring and summerThe Friends of Winckley Square group are hosting a series of events this spring and summer on the rich history of Winckley Square Gardens. The guided talks and walks will […]
1 year ago Nicholas Grimshaw and the 1822 River Ribble drowning tragedyPreston was late to develop a Georgian quarter. In the early 19th century, it was not know for manufacture, but was the administrative centre for the County Palatine of Lancaster. […]
1 year ago Advertisement Advertisement Michelin recommended Preston City Centre restaurant wins Taste Lancashire AwardOne of Preston’s most ambitious restaurants is celebrating after winning at the Lancashire Tourism Awards. 263, which is in Camden Place and is already featured in the Michelin Guide, won […]
1 year ago Winckley Square blue plaque to honour Thomas LeachThere are plans for a blue plaque installation to honour the Thomas Leach, who built a property in Winckley Square Gardens, and to recognise his contribution to various industries and […]
1 year ago Eight-bed Avenham property plan triggers objectionsMultiple objections have been raised over plans to change use of one residential property in 38 Great Avenham Street, to an eight-bed house in multiple occupancy. A meeting will take […]
1 year ago Police appeal after man sexually assaulted in Winckley SquarePolice want to speak to a man after an attempted rape in Preston City Centre earlier this month. The victim, a man in his early 20s, was in Winckley Square […]
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