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Preston’s lost garages and what is left of the West Lancashire line?

Bradshaw’s Garage in Marsh Lane Pic: Preston Digital Archive There are some interesting connections between early motor car makers and the railways in Preston. In the early 20th century Preston had a good number of motor car garages. It […]

10 months ago
Preston’s bridges and the Dickens effect

Postcard of Preston from 1927 Pic: Preston Digital Archive Preston boasts a range of bridges from different eras. In fact, there are now seven. The River Ribble presented a major obstacle, with the first crossing being built in Roman […]

1 year ago
Penwortham photographer makes sparks fly for Instagram challenge

Ben created some amazing photos on Old Penwortham Bridge Pic: @benjaminb_photography A photographer has captured some amazing shots of wire wool spinning on Old Penwortham Bridge. Ben Berry took the photos as part of an Instagram challenge. Ben from Penwortham said: […]

4 years ago
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