Preston

Preston is basically an administrative centre and is located on the North bank of River Ribble. It has a population of 1,14, 300. The city of Preston obtained the status of a city in the year 2002.

Transport

Rail: In the year 1838, the Preston railway station was inaugurated. All the long distance train services are operated from the Preston railway station. All the rail services connected to the North-West are operated from the hub of Preston. Riversway is home to the Ribble Steam railway station.

Buses and Motors: The Ribble motor services operates many services from Preston to the surrounding areas. Preston bus station is one of the biggest bus stations.

Air: The Manchester airport is located about 40 miles south east, from Preston and the Liverpool John Lennon Airport is also located 40 miles south west of Preston. There is a direct rail service which is linked to Manchester Airport.

Foot Path: There is a public foot path known as the Guild Wheel and this was created in 2012 as a cycle route. The length of this route is 21 miles.