The Boatman Arms was situated on Marsh Lane. Known at the time of closure as The Fighting Cock, it was demolished to make way for student accommodation called Boatmans House. The Fighting Cock was another pub frequented by studentsThe Boatman Arms was situated on Marsh Lane. Known at the time of closure as The Fighting Cock, it was demolished to make way for student accommodation called Boatmans House. The Fighting Cock was another pub frequented by students
The Boatman Arms was situated on Marsh Lane. Known at the time of closure as The Fighting Cock, it was demolished to make way for student accommodation called Boatmans House. The Fighting Cock was another pub frequented by students

33 picture memories of Preston's forgotten and long lost pubs

Preston once famously boasted 460 pubs – more one for every day of the year!
By Naomi Moon
Published 7th Jul 2022, 11:28 GMT
Updated 7th Oct 2022, 16:27 GMT

Sadly that is no longer the case as it has been revealed that the number of pubs in England and Wales has fallen below 40,000 for the first time and that there are 7,000 fewer than a decade ago. We’ve been through our archives and found pictures of a number hostelries that have disappeared from the Preston landscape over the years – some have been demolished, many turned into flats – but they will always live on in our memories. What do you remember about these once great pubs? Let us know – [email protected]. READ MORE: Boozy trip down Meadow Street. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT: Popular Preston pubs. MORE MEMORIES: A night out in Preston

The Hollywood Bar is probably one of Preston's most popular pubs. Found on East View it was originally known as the Sir Robert Peel and changed it's name to the Hollywood Bar in 1983 and then to Finney's Sports Bar. It was described in a 2004 beer guide as a thriving free house but was closed in 2010 and now a travel agency

1. Lost Preston pubs

The Hollywood Bar is probably one of Preston's most popular pubs. Found on East View it was originally known as the Sir Robert Peel and changed it's name to the Hollywood Bar in 1983 and then to Finney's Sports Bar. It was described in a 2004 beer guide as a thriving free house but was closed in 2010 and now a travel agency Photo: Archive

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Another one on the student circuit was The Lamb and Packet on the Adelphi roundabout. The Lamb and Packet dates back to at least 1807, although it was rebuilt 12 feet further back in 1877 when Friargate was widened. It shut its doors in 2017. The premises is owned by the University of Central Lancashire

2. Lost Preston pubs

Another one on the student circuit was The Lamb and Packet on the Adelphi roundabout. The Lamb and Packet dates back to at least 1807, although it was rebuilt 12 feet further back in 1877 when Friargate was widened. It shut its doors in 2017. The premises is owned by the University of Central Lancashire Photo: Archive

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The Lamb on Church Street was always famous for hosting live music most nights of the week. But trade dwindled and it closed its doors in 1999 and is now student accommodation. Recently though it was announced that music could return to The Lamb as its current owners want to convert the cellar into an art gallery and music venue

3. Lost Preston pubs

The Lamb on Church Street was always famous for hosting live music most nights of the week. But trade dwindled and it closed its doors in 1999 and is now student accommodation. Recently though it was announced that music could return to The Lamb as its current owners want to convert the cellar into an art gallery and music venue Photo: Archive

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A little of the beaten track of the city centre, but an important local meeting spot of Ingol was the John O'Gaunt pub. This one closed down in 2014 and has since been turned into a children's nursery

4. Lost Preston pubs

A little of the beaten track of the city centre, but an important local meeting spot of Ingol was the John O'Gaunt pub. This one closed down in 2014 and has since been turned into a children's nursery Photo: Kevin McGuinness

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