Preston

Vibrant and exciting, Preston is England's newest city, located at the heart of the North West.

With a rich heritage, unique festivals, first class leisure and sports facilities, Victorian parks and the Riversway docklands Preston has something for everyone.

Friendly Advice
Get some friendly advice from the local market traders.

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Shakespeare Schools Festival
Visit Preston's Guild Hall for exciting theature entertainment.

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Gorgeous Gardens
Beautiful Gardens of Bartle Hall

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Collection at the Harris Museum and Art Gallery
Take time out to enjoy the collections at the Harris including fine art, decorative art, costume and textiles, history and photography.

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Dancer at Caribbean Carnival
Preston's Avenham and Miller Parks are transformed into a sea of music, dance and colour when the Caribbean Carnival comes to town every summer. Photograph kindly provided by Ken Blackburn.

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Theatre
Sit back and enjoy the wide variety of entertainment available at the Guild Hall and Charter Theatre.

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Fun at the Caribbean Carnival
The city is transformed into a sea of colour, music and dancing for the annual Caribbean Carnival.

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Relax
Barton Grange was built in 1900, as a country residence.The original house remains at the heart of this 51 bedroomed hotel.

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Winckley Square

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Winckley Square
Preston
LANCS
PR1 3JJ

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Free Admission

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Description

Winckley Square in Preston is the finest example of a privately planned Georgian development with open space in the North of England. Just 50 yards from Preston's main shopping thoroughfare, this beautifully landscaped parkland is a peaceful urban refuge from the hurly-burly of city life.

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Picnic Area
Street
Guide Dogs Welcome
Parking (charge)
Open All Year
Picnic Site
Outdoor Attraction
Guide Dogs Permitted
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Outdoor

Parking & Transport

Car Parking

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In town/city centre

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Proprietor Website:	www.winckleysquare.org.uk

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