Links Wanted
We welcome suggestions for web sites to include on this page. Most welcome are sites of an individual, family, community or educational nature. We will not normally consider company web sites, unless some contribution to the wider community is clear, which should be listed in either our business or shop directory.
 
Simply The Best?
Is the web site in our Simply The Best category the best web site that you've ever seen? We want to know about other web sites that have that special mix of graphical flair and technical competence. Just e-mail us with the site details and, if we agree, we'll add a link to it in our Simply The Best section.
 
 

Lancashire Links

Just For Fun
Preston, Wendolene's dog in the Wallace and Gromit films, from Aardman Animations. Animator Nick Park, the creator of Wallace and Gromit, comes from Preston. Aardman Animations also created the famous clay character Morph. Our eldest daughter, then about 2 years old, used to cry when Morph disappeared at the end of each TV episode. Goodies to download if you're prepared to look around.

All About Me! Former Prestonian Brian Hunt gives what we think is a very funny account of his childhood. Echoes of Adrian Mole.

Robbie Williams Adorer Larisa, adorer of Robbie Williams, and her family and friends. Demonstrates what a 12 year old, unafraid of technology, can do with minimal assistance.

Robbie Williams Fan "Robbie is now the most sexiest and talentested popstar in the world!!!!".
Art Galleries and Museums
The Lowry at Salford Quays. Works by L S Lowry, contemporary artists and more. The Artworks gallery offers a sensory experience enjoyable by children and adults alike. The web site is modelled on the Lowry building. Our link cuts out one of those flashy but tedious introductions.

If you can spend a day in the Salford area you might also like to visit Salford Museum and Art Gallery and Salford's hidden treasure, Ordsall Hall. More information about Salford from Salford City Council. 
Charities and Charitable Organisations

Heartbeat Heart charity providing cardiac rehabilitation, education and research for cardiac patients.

Lancashire Cat Rescue This site purrs, or is it growls? The aim is to rescue and re-home sick or unwanted cats.

Rotoract Club of South Preston Rotaract is an organisation for 18-30 year olds which enables members to meet people, try new activities, and make a difference in their local community.

The Harris Charity Successor to the original Harris Orphanage Charity founded in 1883. Exists to relieve need, hardship and distress amongst the under 25's. Able to make training and education related grants.
Churches

St Clare's RC Church. A popular church on Sharoe Green Lane. The website includes the latest news, a history and a virtual tour.
Clubs, Hobbies and Sports
The Fulwood Wrestling Federation has wrestlers aged 12 to 18, is good fun and is a stepping stone for a wrestling career. Well, that's what they say.

Preston Mountaineering Club Founded in 1933. Regular events, training and social evenings. All are welcome.

The Preston Photographic Society extends a warm welcome to new members. For information please contact the secretary, George Sanderson, Tel. 01772 716830.
Local Interest
About Barton Comprehensive guide to the village of Barton, Lancashire. Much more than just a garden centre.

Fulwood Millennium Hall Guide to the new community facility at Neapsands Close. Includes activity details and a timetable.

Hesketh Bank and Tarleton Village history and a large collection of local links.

Places To Go and Things To Do
Fun For All A guide to activities, events and places of interest in the North West of England

Preston Playhouse Theatre The Playhouse Theatre building was originally a Quaker Meeting House but now holds a 228 capacity theatre, rehearsal rooms and a licenced bar. An active schedule of plays. Charitable status under the name Preston Little Theatre.

Dukes theatre & cinema. Worth the journey. This Lancaster based theatre has acquired a well-deserved reputation for innovation and entertainment. We're big fans of the summer outdoor productions in Williamson Park and the family Christmas show is particularly popular. Lots of mainstream and independent movie screenings.

The West Lancashire Light Railway Narrow gauge passenger carrying railway located in the village of Hesketh Bank between Preston and Southport. Timetable for their steam-hauled trains on the web site.
Simply The Best
The Settle - Carlisle Railway Development Company. This beautifully crafted site is dedicated to England's most scenic railway. The site includes access information, details of free guided walks and statistics on all the viaducts including the famous 24 arch Ribblehead viaduct. Note, the pages on this site have grown longer since we first viewed it and it's no longer quite as elegant looking as it used to be.
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