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Edith Rigby road name sparks debate in Preston

Edith Rigby, pictured left, and the blue plaque to her in Winckley Square Pic: Preston Digital Archive/Tony Worrall The news that the Preston Western Distributor is to be named after suffragette Edith Rigby has sparked debate. While celebrated for dedicating her life to fighting for women’s rights, some […]

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Winckley Square guided history walks for spring and summer

People enjoying the sun in Winckley Square Gardens Pic: Tony Worrall The Friends of Winckley Square group are hosting a series of events this spring and summer on the rich history of Winckley Square Gardens. The guided talks and walks will […]

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The earliest description of Preston, tour the village as it was in 1690

Artist's impression of Preston in 1690 Pic: Preston Historical Society The earliest description of Preston dates from the 1690s. It was written By John Kuerden, an antiquarian who had an interest in local history. He describes a journey from the bridge […]

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The artworks that show early Preston, massive change

Fishergate in 1860 Pic: Preston Digital Archive Before photography the only way to record a scene was through artwork. There are many paintings and engravings that tell the story of early Preston. Local artists often drew the […]

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Advertisement Advertisement Nicholas Grimshaw and the 1822 River Ribble drowning tragedy

Nicholas Grimshaw as Colonel Pic: Preston Digital Archive Preston was late to develop a Georgian quarter. In the early 19th century, it was not know for manufacture, but was the administrative centre for the County Palatine of Lancaster. […]

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Appeal after ashes of 12-year-old Holme Slack girl found in Southport

The casket plaque says Evyonne An appeal has been launched after the ashes of a 12-year-old Holme Slack girl who died 46 years ago were found in a Southport park. An oak casket bearing the […]

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Winckley Square blue plaque to honour Thomas Leach

There are plans for a blue plaque installation to honour the Thomas Leach, who built a property in Winckley Square Gardens, and to recognise his contribution to various industries and […]

1 year ago
Preston and District Model Railway Society and Ribble Steam Railway spring events

The model railway at the Ribble Steam Railway museum Pic: Geoff Whittaker Spring 2023 sees a couple of events that are of interest to railway and history fans. The Preston Model Railway Society’s exhibition is held in March, and The Ribble Steam […]

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