Places to Visit

53 Degrees

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Part of the University of Central Lancashire Students’ Union, 53 Degrees is one of the North West’s newest live music, concert, comedy and entertainment venues.

St Walburge’s Church

Designed by Joseph Hanson, St Walburge’s Roman Catholic Church opened in Weston Street on 3 August 1854, after four years of construction.

Riversway Docklands

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Seeped in history and once a working marina, Preston Docklands is now a growing hive of business, leisure, entertainment and shopping.

Harris Museum and Art Gallery

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Grandly overlooking the Flag Market in the heart of the city centre and built in 1893 to house the Harris Museum, art gallery and library.

Avenham and Miller Parks

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These two separate parks lie side by side on the north banks of the River Ribble, just minutes’ walk from the city centre.

Markets

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Preston’s bustling markets comprise an indoor market hall, outdoor market, and car boot/ flea market.

Preston Sports Arena

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Managed by the University of Central Lancashire, this £12 million 60-acre site was opened by the Princess Royal in 2000.

Guild Hall and Charter Theatre

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Located opposite Preston Town Hall, the Guild Hall and Charter Theatre are the city’s premier entertainment venues.

Beacon Fell

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Beacon Fell Country Park is one of the oldest in the country, having been designated in 1970. It is 10 miles outside the city centre and consists of 271 acres of woodland, moorland and farmland

National Football Museum

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Situated next to Preston North End’s Deepdale stadium, the National Football Museum opened its doors in 2001 and features more than 25,000 football related exhibits.