Multiple landmarks in Preston are on the Historic England ‘at risk’ list. The register, which identifies sites most at risk of being lost as a result of neglect, decay or […]
1 year ago Disappointment at fresh housing plans for Harris ParkA new application to redevelop Harris Park for residential use has been submitted. The plans would see existing buildings converted to housing, new homes built, and changes to the overall […]
3 years ago Upcoming Fylde dance event pays tribute to Kirkham’s rich cotton historyA Kirkham dance event will this weekend celebrate the town’s history as a hub for Lancashire-spun textiles. Kirkham’s history as one of the county’s most important cotton towns will be […]
3 years ago Decaying Harris Institute remains on ‘at risk’ registerA Victorian building which was one of the initial teaching places for what is now the city’s university is continuing to see a slow decay. Historic England has kept the […]
5 years agoKennington Primary School is now home to a very unusual listed building A unique outdoor classroom at a school in Preston has become grade-II listed. The Bubble at Kennington Primary […]
7 years ago Deepdale Enclosure to keep its special heritage statusPart of Deepdale which was under-threat from losing its heritage status has seen Preston City Council u-turn on its plans. The Deepdale Enclosure Conservation Area was due to lose its […]
8 years ago Preston Cenotaph is now a grade I listed monumentPreston’s recently restored Cenotaph has been offered extra protection by being moved to become a grade I listed monument. The war memorial is a poignant reminder of all the lives […]
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