History and Heritage


Battle of Preston 1715 Trail
Discover a battlefield on the streets of Preston...

Beatrice Blackhurst Trail
Follow the inspiring life and history of Prestonian, Beatrice Blackhurst...

Church Cottage Museum
Quaint cottage museum depicting life through the last 450 years...

Deepdale Stadium
Home of PNE FC and where football history was made...

Harris Museum and Art Gallery
Museum, Art Gallery, Café, and Library in one historical building...

Hoghton Tower
Enchanting hilltop manor house and gardens with tours and tea room...

John Gregson Trail
The historical journey of WWI Soldier, John Gregson...

Joseph Garstang Trail
Embark on the historical trail of super strong Prestonian, Joseph Garstang...

Lancashire Archives
Delve deep into Preston's colourful history and heritage...

Lancashire Cheese Walk
Head outdoors and explore Lancashire's milk fields...

Lancashire Infantry Museum
The largest Regimental archive and the premier centre for military historical research in the North of England...

Preston Blue Plaque Trail
Spy some of the key locations that shaped Preston...

Preston Cenotaph
Grade I listed war memorial on Preston Flag Market...

Preston City Centre Statue Trail
Grab your explorer's hat and discover the stories behind Preston's statues...

Preston City Heritage Trail
Stroll through the city centre for a heritage walk like no other...

Preston Docks
Preston's historic waterfront...

Preston Minster
Preston's historical Minster is open for exploring and cultural events...

Ribble Steam Railway and Museum
Family-friendly museum with steam train rides and fun events...

Samlesbury Hall
Stunning medieval stately home with regular tours and events...

South Ribble Museum and Exhibition Centre
A Tudor building housing artefacts from the region's past, from Viking coins to medieval pottery...