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The origins of Preston from Anglo Saxon village to the Domesday Book

Extract from Buck’s map of Preston 1728 Pic: Preston Digital Archive After the Romans pulled out of Britain in the fifth century AD, the area around Preston lost its strategic importance. Once on a major Roman road intersection, the area was […]

1 year ago
The Cuerdale Hoard, Vikings rule in Preston

The Cuerdale Hoard found near Preston in 1840 Pic: Charles Tilford After the Romans pulled out of Britain in the 5th century, Lancashire remained isolated and sparsely populated. The Anglo Saxons occupied the South of England, while place names testify that […]

2 years ago
Vikings invaded Preston Flag Market for latest event

Fortunately not the latest security at one of the city centre bars Pic: Keith Anthony Johnson Fortunately not the latest security at one of the city centre bars Pic: Keith Anthony Johnson Shoppers on Saturday in Preston heard the clashing of swords and the swilling of […]

6 years ago
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