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Friargate High Street

Eat, drink and more at the new-look Friargate high street

After much anticipation, the new-look, Friargate high street is now open. The revamped, pedestrian friendly design breathes new life into this popular shopping destination and showcases the fantastic array of local, independent businesses.

Beginning at UCLan's striking University Square, Friargate leads you all the way to Preston's famous Flag Market and the Harris Museum and Art Gallery. From quaint cafés to lively entertainment venues. From fine dining to craft beers, live music and freshly made pizza - come along and see what's on offer.

Shop

Wonder down Friargate and you'll find an eclectic mix of indepedents selling a range of interesting items from Marvel comics and collectible card games to rare books and vintage jewellery.

  • Sovereign Jewellers
  • Dr Kruger (clothing)
  • CEX Entertainment (games and DVD's)
  • Halewoods Booksellers
  • David Jones Goldsmith and Jewellers
  • Studio 81 tattoo parlour
  • That Comic Shop
  • Halewoods and Sons Book Dealers
  • Margaret Mason Floral Designers
  • Cedar Tree Houses (student accommodation, plus Cloud PC and Laptop Repair)
Barber shop door
Halewoods Bookseller shop front
Close up of books
Young people playing card games
Close up of young people playing card game


Eat

Whether you're after a light bite to go or would prefer to eat in with something a little more substantial, there's plenty of options to cater for everyone.

  • McDonald's
  • Subway
  • Caffe Nero
  • Greekouzina 
  • Itsy's Street Food
  • Sushi Tasty
  • Town House Coffee and Brew Bar 
Lady eating pizza
Close up of wine glass
People raising glasses of wine over a meal
Close up of meals being served
Staff preparing drinks
Business front
Selection of cakes
Cakes behind counter
People enjoying lunch
Waitress serving coffee and cakes


Drink

When it comes to places to enjoying a drink, you'll be spoilt for choice for places to go down Friargate:

  • The Old Black Bull 
  • Dog and Partridge 
  • Friargate Tap Roo
  • Molly O Malley's Irish Bar
  • Sun Hotel 
  • The Northern Way 
  • Plau Gin and Beer House 
People drinking in outdoor courtyard
Bartender pulling pint
Cocktails
Bartender making a cocktail
Man working at laptop


Visit the monthly Makers Market

Head down to Friargate on the last Saturday of every month for a gathering of stalls like no other. Pick up delicious local goodies ranging from decadent cakes and handmade breads to an array of cheeses and locally distilled Gins.

As well as a mouth-watering assortment of foods, the market also hosts crafters of all varieties, making it the perfect place to pick up a treat for yourself or gifts for loved ones.

Don't miss the next market, complete with music and plenty of places to put your feet up and grab a drink when you're done.

For more information visit Facebook - Preston Makers Market.

Makers Market on Friargate

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Map address for Friargate High Street

Friargate, Preston, PR1 2EU.