3 Best Places To Visit in Preston, UK

“Turbary Woods Owl and Bird of Prey Sanctuary is a famous sanctuary that protects raptor species. Their features include flying demonstrations and treasure hunts for kids. Volunteers and non-profit run the Turbary Woods Owl and Bird of Prey Sanctuary, which is home to over 90 birds of prey, including eagles, hawks, falcons, owls, and vultures. The birds are housed in large, open-front aviaries in a woodland setting. Visitors can watch falcons fly up close and learn about various birds of prey. Turbary Woods Owl and Bird of Prey Sanctuary welcomes visitors to view the birds and learn more about them.

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“The Harris Museum & Art Gallery is a Grade I listed museum building in Preston. It provides exhibitions of modern art, a history display, a collection of fine art, glass, ceramics, and much more. It was founded by Edmund Harris in 1877. It still operates as a local history and fine art museum. Since 1850, when community members started organising fundraising activities, the concept of building a free public library and museum has been championed. The Harris Museum & Art Gallery holds over 1200 paintings and sculptures. Visitors can explore the collections of fine art, decorative art, costume, textiles, and history, including archaeology and local history displays.

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“Lancashire Infantry Museum is a military museum and research centre. The museum is the largest regimental archive and the leading centre for military historical research in North England. Lancashire Infantry Museum's extensive library of exhibitions, archives, and military history showcases the fascinating stories of the Regiments of Central Lancashire, including the East, South, Loyal North Lancashire, and Queen's Lancashire Regiments. Lancashire Infantry Museum preserves and maintains records of about 120 separate units, including 59 battalions from World War First established by these Lancashire regiments. The museum also offers free parking for visitors' convenience.

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