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News and information about Preston Docks, which includes Preston Marina. Now a leisure, retail and housing complex it was previously the city’s docklands.

Porsche Centre Preston reveals new bespoke artwork to mark anniversary

Porsche Centre Preston has revealed new artwork to mark the sports car firm’s 75th anniversary. Renowned local artist Carla Raads created her tribute inspired by the global theme of Dream […]

10 months ago
Preston energy firm fined for unlawful marketing calls

A Preston-based energy firm has been fined for making unlawful marketing calls. Crown Glazing Limited – based at Preston Docks in Navigation Way – has been hit with a fine […]

11 months ago
Preston Docks, tank landing ship and ferry service

Screen grab from the Preston Docks ferry service film Pic: Preston Film Archive Just after World War II, an ex-tank landing ship was brought into service to transport loaded commercial vehicles to Northern Ireland. The first trip was well patronised with over 80 […]

11 months ago
Preston car dealership to prioritise staff wellbeing with six-day opening trial

BMW Motorrad - the Bowker Motor Group at Preston Docks Pic Tony Worrall Bowker BMW and MINI showrooms in Preston are closed on Sundays as of 14 May. The firm says the decision to open six days a week instead of seven will […]

11 months ago
Advertisement Advertisement Man’s body found in car park at Preston Docks

Preston Docks incident in the early morning hours of Wednesday 5 April A man has been pronounced dead after being found unconscious in a car park near McDonald’s at Preston Docks. On Wednesday 5 April, police were called to the incident on […]

1 year ago
Phoenix Park plans for Preston Docks include ski slope and sailing lake

The proposed pioneer building Pic: mck commercial design Plans have been submitted for a new sports facility to transform Phoenix Park on Preston Docks, as part of the wider masterplan. Trax Motor Sport is in the second phase […]

1 year ago
The Ribble Pilot at Preston Docks reopens with new look and new menu

The Ribble Pilot bar The Ribble Pilot pub at Preston Docks has reopened with a new look and new menu following a £130,000 investment. John Eccles, a former Pilot Boat Skipper who operated on […]

1 year ago
Preston Docks pub set to close ahead of £130k refresh

Sketch of how The Ribble Pilot bar will look following a £130k investment The Ribble Pilot at Preston Docks is due to close for refurbishment. The Marston’s pub will reopen with a new menu following a £130,000 investment. The refreshed menu will feature […]

1 year ago
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