
Welcome to Preston’s Wonderful Winckley Square
Welcome to ‘Preston’s Hidden Gem’. Winckley Square is in the city centre, a short stroll from Fishergate. It is unique and one of the finest examples of a Georgian square in the NW with a compelling history.
Here is a link to our latest newsletter: Winckley Square Times: Issue 34: Spring/ Summer edition 2025
It contains our spring/summer Guided Walks Programme; the first in a series of articles called ‘Lost Legacy of Winckley Square’ is the Winckley Club; and two further articles on issues close to our hearts – the state of historic buildings in Preston. The first from the Friends of Edith Rigby concentrates on the condition of 28 Winckley Square where Edith once lived and the second ‘Preserving Preston’s Heritage’ takes a broader view of identifying properties across the city which are being neglected or are otherwise at risk.
Do you have friend or relative who loves local history? Wondering what to buy for a Christmas present? Why not consider a ‘Friend of Winckley Square Gift Voucher’ £5 and £10 vouchers are available that can be used on our guided walks or talks. Contact patricia@winckley.org.uk
Our Going on a date: City Centre datestone walk is a lively, fun, interesting activity to do in Preston’s historic centre, for individuals and for families spanning the generations. Here is a link to the Datestone Locations but don’t cheat and download this before you go on the walk – that would be far too easy! ENJOY. The reprint of this very popular City Centre Walk has been sponsored by LCC. You can pick up a paper copy at the Avenham Pavilion Cafe, Town Hall, Harris Library, Central Methodist Church, Lune Street and some local shops.
The Friends of Winckley Square look forward to seeing you at one of our events.

Visitor Information
Here you will find important information on how to get here, accessibility and how to hire the Gardens.
Find out moreFor all events see 'What's On' & 'Walks and Talks'

‘Drawing Board Dreams’ and the reinvention of Preston
The walk begins and ends outside the Guild Hall, Lancaster Road Preston Guild Hall , Lancaster Road, Preston, England PR1 1HT
6th April 2025 | 1:00 PM
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The Bridges that made Preston Guided walk
The walk will begin at the Old Penwortham Bridge, Broadgate side Broadgate , Winckley Square, Preston, Lancashire PR1 8DX
16th April 2025 | 1:00 PM
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Edith Rigby, second from the left, walking on a Pier
Meet some of the former residents: the wealthy lawyers and cotton manufacturers, the sometimes invisible ‘extraordinary women’ and the unsung servants on whom the owners depended.

Minnie as a young woman
Learn too of scandalous stories that occurred behind closed doors!
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