Avenham Park, Preston

Name: Avenham Park
Address: S Meadow Ln., Preston, PR1 8JT, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 1772 906471

#8 among attractions in Preston

Park, Top attraction, Relax in park, Playground

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Facts and practical information

Avenham Park is a public park in Avenham, close to the centre of Preston in Lancashire in the northwest of England, and managed by Preston City Council. ()

Created: 1860Elevation: 56 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 53°45'11"N, 2°41'60"W

Address

S Meadow Ln.Town CentrePreston PR1 8JT United Kingdom

Contact

+44 1772 906471

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Day trips

Avenham Park – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Harris Museum, St George's Shopping Centre, Covered Market, Fishergate Shopping Centre.

0.4 miN
Museum, Art museum, Art gallery
Harris Museum, Preston
11 min walk • Steeped in history and culture, the Harris Museum stands as a testament to the rich heritage of Preston, England. Situated in the heart of the city, this Grade I listed building is not only an architectural gem but also a treasure trove of art, history, and human...
0.4 miN
Shopping, Shopping centre
St George's Shopping Centre, Preston
11 min walk • St George's Shopping Centre, formerly The Mall Preston and The Mall St George, is a shopping centre in the city of Preston, Lancashire, England.
0.5 miN
Market, Shopping, Flea market
Covered Market, Preston
14 min walk • The Covered Market in Earl Street, Preston, Lancashire, England is a Grade II listed landmark structure built 1870-75. After three aborted attempts to start the project in the early 1800s, and a serious construction accident in 1870 that set back progress, the covered market was finished in 1875.
~1770 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Fishergate Shopping Centre, Preston
9 min walk • Fishergate Shopping Centre is a shopping centre in the city of Preston in Lancashire, England.
0.4 miN
Monuments and statues, Memorial
Preston Cenotaph, Preston
12 min walk • The Preston Cenotaph stands in Market Square, Preston, Lancashire, England, and is a monument to soldiers from Preston who perished in World War I and II.
~1060 ftSW
Park
Miller Park, Preston
6 min walk • Miller Park is a public park under the management of Preston City Council. It is located on the banks of the River Ribble in Preston, Lancashire in the north west of England. The park is one of two city centre Victorian era parks, the other being the adjacent and larger Avenham Park.
0.7 miN
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa, Preston
19 min walk • The Syro-Malabar Cathedral of St Alphonsa also known as St Ignatius Church is a Catholic cathedral of the Syro-Malabar rite in Preston, Lancashire.
0.5 miN
Convention center, Theater, Concerts and shows
Preston Guild Hall, Preston
13 min walk • Preston Guild Hall is an entertainment venue in Preston, Lancashire, England.
0.8 miNE
Museum, History museum, Children's museum
Museum of Lancashire, Preston
20 min walk • The Museum of Lancashire is an historic collection in Preston in Lancashire, England. The museum, which is based in the old Sessions House, is a Grade II listed building.
0.4 miN
Church, Romanesque architecture
Church of St George the Martyr, Preston
12 min walk • The Church of St George the Martyr is in George's Road, off Lune St, Preston, Lancashire, England. It is an active Anglican parish church in the deanery of Preston, the archdeaconry of Lancaster, and the diocese of Blackburn. Its benefice is united with that of St John, Preston.
~1150 ftN
Park
Winckley Square, Preston
6 min walk • Winckley Square is situated near the centre of Preston, Lancashire, England, at the west end of Avenham. The square was first established in 1801, around Town End Field owned by Thomas Winckley, as an exclusive residential area for the town's gentry.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Avenham Park?

Nearby attractions include Miller Park, Preston (6 min walk), Winckley Square, Preston (6 min walk), St John's Minster, Preston (8 min walk), St Wilfrid's Church, Preston (9 min walk).

How to get to Avenham Park by public transport?

The nearest stations to Avenham Park:

Train

Preston (9 min walk)

Bus

Church Street Lava/Ignite;Stop G • Lines: 119 (10 min walk)
Church Street: J • Lines: 109, 112, 125, 153 (11 min walk)