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Preston counsellor criticises government’s alcohol deal

5th, April 2011 by

Lesley Threlfall knows more than most people about helping alcoholics. She has worked with them for 10 years. So when someone with her experience criticises the government’s alcohol policy, it’s worth listening. “On paper the strategy seems good, but when you see it in more detail it doesn’t look as great,” she said. Mrs Threlfall, pictured, says more effort is needed to change drinking attitudes. This [...]

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Preston pubs struggling to survive as government policies hit hard

4th, April 2011 by

Susan Carr has seen a lot during her time as owner of The Variety pub on Adelphi Street. She has been the landlady for more than 11 years. But now, she and may other pub owners face a difficult time in the industry as setbacks force many watering holes to close. “It’s probably the worst it’s ever been. For most pubs it’s dire, absolutely dire,” [...]

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Struggling pubs at risk as beer sales slide

6th, February 2011 by

Pulling the perfect pint may soon be a lost art if beer sales continue to slide. The humble pub is losing out to supermarkets who can sell booze cheaply and according to experts at the British Beer and Pub Association, overall beer sales fell by four per cent in 2010. Beer sales in pubs have dropped by more than seven per cent, yet supermarket sales [...]

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Withy Trees pub given ‘dream’ refurbishment

8th, December 2010 by

The Withy Trees pub has been given a fresh lease of life thanks to a new ownership and refurbishment. Situated on Lytham Road, Fulwood, the pub had been in a downward spiral until the last landlord’s licence was revoked. Lisa Gosling, a local nurse in want of change, pitched her business plan for the failing pub. Without any experience in the industry Lisa felt she [...]

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Old Pubs of Preston – Black Horse and The Academy

4th, November 2010 by

Some months ago a pledge to examine various pubs in Preston was made here. This article follows an introductory post which sums up the rich heritage behind Preston’s drinking establishments. Modernity witnesses the country’s pub numbers drop in the face of plummeting sales. This article examines two widely contrasting pubs in Preston’s town centre.

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Upcoming gigs in Preston

15th, October 2010 by

A variety of reasonably big names hit Preston throughout the rest of this month, but quantity is far and few between. Today, Saturday 16 sees the launch of Preston new indie clubnight, ‘Crash in’ @ 53 Degrees.

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New Local Writers @ Preston Tringe

11th, June 2010 by

The infamous Preston Tringe Festival, which captures the brave and bold talents of theatre, comedy, magic and music will be kicking off on the 23rd July and will be entertaining us until the 1st August. If you’re interested in seeing what some of the best new local writers have to offer at this year’s festival, why not pop down to one of the following productions [...]

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OLD PUBS OF PRESTON – A BRIEF INTRODUCTION

15th, May 2010 by

Over the coming months we will be looking at some of the old pubs of Preston and where they were. Read this to provide a bit of background.

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Preston Tringe Update

28th, April 2010 by

The Preston Tringe is swiftly approaching and the clock is now ticking for groups to apply and be part of it, with the deadline being May 10th. So, what are you waiting for – whatever you talent is, give it a go, it’s a chance to share your gift with the world! Last month,  we revealed some of the current line up for the Preston Tringe and  [...]

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Open mic night to re-start at Mad Ferret

18th, April 2010 by

Preston pub the Mad Ferret is re-starting its open mic nights. The acoustic nights will take place every Wednesday and the first will see local band One English Pound headline.

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