Preston is ideally situated in the centre of Lancashire. It has convenient access to the surroundingtowns and excellent transport links to the other nearby cities in the North and Northwest: Manchester,Liverpool, Chester, York and Leeds, as well as North Wales and the Lake District. The seaside townsof Blackpool and Southport are only half an hour away by train, while London and Edinburgh can also
be reached within 2 1/2 hours.
The lively University city of Preston is a modern metropolis with a vibrant nightlife, excellent shoppingand a wide choice of museums Preston has many festivals and events throughout the year which are celebrated with great passion by the people of Preston.
Preston offers shoppers a superb choice at the St. George's and Fishergate shopping centres, where you will find attractive retail facilities. The old dock is now a picturesque marina, popular for shopping and leisure activities, including a cinema complex and restaurants. It is also the site of the annual Maritime Festival. Right in the North West, we are surrounded by some of England's finest countryside.