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Discover the best top things to do in Preston, United Kingdom including Turbary Woods Owl and Bird of Prey Sanctuary, Palace Cinema, Crabtree Narrowboat Hire, Bowland Wild Boar Park, Harris Museum and Art Gallery, British Commercial Vehicle Museum, Barton Grange Garden Centre - Workshops, Avenham and Miller Parks, Preston Guild Wheel, Ribble Steam Railway and Museum.
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1. Turbary Woods Owl and Bird of Prey Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2,467 reviews
Turbary Woods Owl and Bird of Prey Sanctuary is a pure volunteer based, non profit group of volunteers. The flying display give you the visitors, Children & Adults, the chance to participate in the flying display and have our birds land on your gloved hand as they fly to you for their food. We have a collection of over 80 birds of prey including eagles, hawks, falcons, owls, vultures and more unusual species. All the birds are housed in large open fronted aviaries, sheltered in a woodland setting. We assist conservation and education of these beautiful Birds and we are involved with an average of 50 rescues each year.
Reviewed By Deborah047 - Blackpool, United Kingdom
Thoroughly enjoyed our day at Turbary Woods today. The sanctuary is right next to a garden centre which has a cafe, which also has toilets. The cafe was reasonably priced and the food was delicious. We were allowed to get really close to the birds and the staff were all friendly and informative and you can see that they are all passionate about the birds. We learnt lots and were encouraged to get involved with the bird display which was really entertaining and interesting, Will definitely visit again, thanks for a great afternoon. Family of four ticket was £18.00, adults £6, children £4 and oap's £4. I think the fees are reasonable as the upkeep of the place must be expensive.
2. Palace Cinema
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By carole455 - Preston, United Kingdom
Lots on offer in this old cinema. It has a bygone feel but offers all sorts. Coffee and cake/ice cream/sweets/good beer. They are working on being sustainable with ideas such as free squash for kids if you bring a suitable cup. They use volunteers and have a film/book club providing community with a great social hub. I enjoy a yoga class held there. And of course the film program is an interesting mix of new releases, classics and locally produced films.
3. Crabtree Narrowboat Hire
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 78 reviews
Crabtree Narrowboat Hire is a family run narrowboat hire company based on the idyllic, lock free Lancaster Canal. We operate 4 luxury boats from our base at Barton Grange Marina - our narrowboats were awarded 5 stars by Enjoy England in 2015 - the national English tourist board. Rest assured that you will find a warm welcome with Crabtree Narrowboat Hire.
Reviewed By malandles2 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Although we have been on the Lacaster Canal a few times before, this was our first time with Crabtree Narrowboats (and wont be our last-unless we get our own boat). Right from the first phone call, nothing was to much trouble, Mandy and Robert are really lovely people and very passionate about their business. They are very professional and their instruction and handover was excellent, they instilled every confidence that should anything go wrong (which it didnt), it would be sorted straight away. The Narrow boat (Willow) was lovely and very clean, it had eveything we needed and was good to handle. All in all we have a lovely week away from the humdrum of life, very relaxing and met some fantastic people along the way and made new friends. would recommend Crabtree Narrowboats to anyone considering this type of holiday.
4. Bowland Wild Boar Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 600 reviews
Reviewed By JoeTripA - Preston, United Kingdom
We recently pitched up and stayed two nights at the Bowland wild boar park camp site. The place is lovely and surrounded by nature. The facilities available were great and included; clean and modern shower/toilet block, fire pits, seating, walking trails and camping pods that looked warm and cosy. Dave and Anona were such great hosts. They were friendly and welcoming and very easy to communicate with. They were very understanding and helpful when my girlfriends car had some troubles close to the entrance to the park which we couldn't have sorted out without their support. Will definitely return at some point in the future :)
5. Harris Museum and Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 407 reviews
A great day out for all the family, the Harris Museum Art Gallery & Library is a treasure trove of fantastic art and fascinating objects for all the family. Come and explore our remarkable collections of fine art, contemporary art, fashion, textiles, ceramics, glass and history, all housed in a stunning Grade I listed building in the heart of Preston ... and we're completely free to visit! We're open seven days a week throughout the year (closed Bank Holidays). Relax in our cafe in one of the most stunning surroundings in Preston and buy an unique gift or memento of your visit from our shop. There is also a Makerspace for visitors to book onto our shared art, craft and technology workshops. There is free wifi, disabled access and baby-changing facilities.
Reviewed By deereviewsstuff
My partner and I visited by chance when we were visiting Preston and were delighted with this interesting museum (and great little cafe). There is a well set-out display of historical objects and information surrounding Preston and Lancashire, which we were spent most of our time. Foucault's Pendulum is something that shouldn't be missed. There's a gift shop available if that's of interest, though as I feasted of knowledge (rather than stuff to buy) cannot comment on this in detail.
6. British Commercial Vehicle Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 215 reviews
From the bygone days of horse drawn carriages through to the state of the art power trucks you will discover a visually rich array of buses, fire engines, delivery trucks and even a very unique lawnmower.
Reviewed By G5718BPjohne - Sutton, United Kingdom
Visited the British Commercial Museum and it was a fantastic collection of all types of transport from the past right up to the present , all imaculately preserved
7. Barton Grange Garden Centre - Workshops
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 589 reviews
Reviewed By OldBear - Wigan, United Kingdom
This is an excellent Garden Centre which has won many awards and is very popular and therefore always busy. There were some lovely plant displays and a nice cafe/restaurant where we had lunch. We purchased a number of plants and other garden accessories of which there are so many different types, varieties available. The Food Hall and Cookery Shop both have a great range of foodstuffs and quality goods for purchase and finally there is a huge amount of car parking available.
8. Avenham and Miller Parks
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 708 reviews
Reviewed By U4927WDjeremyr
This former cotton town is striving to renew itself while retaining some of its grand past. Avenham Park and its approach through imposing Winckley Square and Ribblesdale Place is probably the best thing about Preston. It is certainly superior to a number of London parks. Elegantly landscaped alongside the river Ribble, with ponds, rockeries and a grand terrace and statues, the park caters marvellously for the family. It has a pleasant Pavillion cafe and a good Children's Play area as well as acres of well-tended green sward. And it is not very far from the shops, if it doesn't cure your addiction!
9. Preston Guild Wheel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 439 reviews
Reviewed By gervaish2013 - Preston, United Kingdom
This is one of Lancashire's little gems and a really great cycle route. Whilst well established and much improved, it remains a really great cycle "tool". It is peppered with lots of interest, including nature reserves, pubs (some just off the route), cafes and parks. On show is some of the best and worst of Preston but a well labelled fun route. Suitable for almost any cyclist with some small, short hills (small dismount and push). Try it today.
10. Ribble Steam Railway and Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 295 reviews
We are next open Saturday 10th October. To visit, please book in advance through www.ribblesteamtickets.co.uk Preston’s old Industrial Docklands and has been greeting visitors since 2005. We have a committed team of enthusiastic volunteers ready to help you during your visit whether its sharing our extensive and varied knowledge of our engines or the explaining the inner workings of our steam and diesel engines we are all here and happy to help.
Reviewed By paulahJ547VV
We were a group of five adults two babies and a three year old. We all really enjoyed the experience. 55 minute steam train ride, long enough for kiddies as no loos on board. The wonderful staff, mainly give up their own time to provide this unique service. How wonderful to speak to so many enthusiastic people! Santa was fab and with a real beard and real wife???? the train museum was really cool too. We're going to make this an annual trip as long as it keeps going as it's run on a shoestring.
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