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   Preston is the seat of Lancashire County Council, houses the main campus of the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) and is home to Preston North End, a founder member of the Football League and the first English football champions in 1889.

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3. www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Attractions-g187062THE 10 BEST Things to Do in Preston (2024) - Tripadvisor

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   Things to Do in Preston, England: See Tripadvisor's 99,876 traveller reviews and photos of Preston tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Preston.

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4. www.britannica.com › place › Preston-EnglandPreston | England, Map, Population, & History | Britannica

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   Sep 13, 2024 · Preston, city and nonmetropolitan district, administrative and historic county of Lancashire, northwestern England. Preston is located at the lowest bridging point of the River Ribble estuary before it flows into the Irish Sea.

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   Where is Preston in England?

   • Preston (/ ˈprɛstən / ⓘ) is a city [ a ] on the north bank of the River Ribble in Lancashire, England. The city is the administrative centre of the county of Lancashire and the wider City of Preston local government district.

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   Where is Preston based?

   • Nestled in the heart of Lancashire, Preston is built on a rich history. This proud city is most famous for its Guild celebrations every 20 years, but the fun doesn’t stop there, Preston comes to life with a variety of events throughout the year.

   Preston - Visit Lancashire

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   When did Preston become a city?

   • Preston and its surrounding district obtained city status in 2002, becoming England's 50th city in the 50th year of Queen Elizabeth II 's reign. [ 2 ] Preston has a population of 114,300, [citation needed] the City of Preston district 132,000 [ 3 ] and the Preston Built-up Area 313,322. [ 4 ]

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   What's new in Preston?

   • Preston hides an abundance of quirky and interesting facts and achievements, a number of which are "firsts". From being home to the tallest spire of any parish church in England to having the longest continuous row of red telephone boxes, see what new things you can discover about the city. 1. One of the largest Viking silver hoard discoveries

   15 Interesting facts about Preston

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   Why is Preston called Preston?

   • The town of Preston grew near the site of a Roman fort at Walton-le-Dale, on a ridge overlooking the river. The name Preston is derived from Priests’ Town, suggesting early settlement of religious origin dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. By the 1086 Domesday survey, Preston had become an important market town and administrative centre.

   Preston | England, Map, Population, & History | Britannica

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   What is Preston known for?

   • Hockey: Preston Hockey Club was established in 1903. Mountaineering: Preston Mountaineering Club is based in the town and has been in existence for over 70 years. Roller derby: Preston is also home to Lancashire's first roller derby league; Preston Roller Girls, have been playing since 2011. Popular attractions around Preston include:

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6. visitpreston.comVisit Preston Home - Visit Preston

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   The official tourism and visitor information website for Preston, Lancashire. See what's on, find things to do, and gather inspiration for your visit to Preston.

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7. www.visitlancashire.com › explore › prestonPreston - Visit Lancashire

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   Discover something new every time you visit - whether you have a couple of hours to spare, or a weekend to explore, Preston offers an ideal urban getaway. Nestled in the heart of Lancashire, Preston is built on a rich history.

8. www.visitlancashire.com › explore › prestonThings to do in Preston City Centre - Visit Lancashire

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   Watch boats at Riversway, Preston's Dock and Marina and have a walk around, taking in the history, steam trains, waterfront living, shops, eateries, pubs and cinema. Make sure you stop at the cafe on your way round.

9. www.visitpreston.com › visitor-information › about15 Interesting facts about Preston

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   Preston hides an abundance of quirky and interesting facts and achievements, a number of which are "firsts". From being home to the tallest spire of any parish church in England to having the longest continuous row of red telephone boxes, see what new things you can discover about the city.