Prominent Prestonians

Preston's champion of women's suffrage.

Birth of teetotalism and key founder of the Institute for the Diffusion of Knowledge.

Preston born and bred animator, director, writer, and multiple Oscar winner.

Preston born inventor and leading entrepreneur during the industrial period.

Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff made his name as a cricket sporting hero in the early 21st century.

Giant of post war football and national sporting legend.