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Winckley Square

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

Freshfield highly commended at Public Relations and Communications Association awards

Preston-based PR and marketing communications firm Freshfield has been highly commended at the Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA)’s National Awards. It was highly commended for its work with Lancashire […]

2 years ago
What’s planned for Christmas in Preston city centre

Crowds at the Flag Market for last year's Christmas Lights Switch On Preston City Centre is set to bring all the Christmas cheer you need, no matter what you’re up to. Supporting the high street, Preston City Council has commissioned a series […]

2 years ago
Six Preston parks retain their Green Flag awards

Ashton Park may see new flowers blooming Pic: Tony Worrall Preston City Council has today announced that six local parks have won Green Flag Awards. Green Flag included Ashton Park, Avenham and Miller Parks, Fishwick Bottoms, Haslam Park, Moor Park […]

3 years ago
Friends of Winckley Square guided walk to discuss power and influence in Preston

Lockdown 3 in Fishergate on Thursday 21 January Pic: Tony Worrall Due to the popularity of the Friends of Winckley Square guided walks, they are hosting another walk on Wednesday, 6 October. The event will be held between 2.15-3.45pm. Attendees can […]

3 years ago
Advertisement Advertisement Friends of Winckley Square to hold walking events and photography workshops for Preston Arts Festival

Winckley Square Pic: Tony Worrall The Friends of Winckley Square have invited residents to join them for a series of walking events and photography workshops for the Preston Arts Festival. Running from 2 to 10 […]

3 years ago
Preston office workers raising funds for Lancashire Women by cycling 45 miles

A trio of cyclists are tackling a 45 mile bike ride to raise funds for a local charity. The bike ride took place on Sunday, 12 September. The cyclists are […]

3 years ago
Rare chance to see private gardens off Winckley Square

People enjoying the sun in Winckley Square Gardens Pic: Tony Worrall Prestonians are invited to ‘A Regency Promenade’ with Elaine Taylor, the Friends of Winckley Square garden historian. Locals can hear how the gardens and surrounding area changed over time. People […]

3 years ago
Winckley Square volunteers gearing up for guided walks to return for Heritage Open Days

Friends of Winckley Square volunteers The Friends of Winckley Square (FoWS) are gearing up for a return to a ‘new normal’ after over a year without face-to-face activities. Prior to March 2020 and the pandemic, […]

3 years ago
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