Welcome to our British Directory.
This page provides a structured index of UK-focused websites, organised by topic to help you discover established online resources. The listings are based on historic human-edited directory data and have been preserved to highlight long-standing sites across the British web.
Many shorter-lived sites have disappeared over time, leaving a core set of more established and durable resources. While some entries may no longer be active, this directory continues to offer a useful overview of trusted UK websites within this category.
- Describes important local dates, events and people, including 'Hard Times' plagues, final battle of the Civil War, Richard Arkwright, John Horrocks, Preston Guild, first motorway, and football.
- Dedicated to Preston born suffragette and feminist icon, Edith Rigby. She lived in the square and set fire to Lord Leverhulme's bungalow.
- Regeneration scheme in city centre. Contains description of area and projects, with news.
- The life of famous Preston industrialist Richard Arkwright, inventor of the Water Frame.
- Illustrated lyrical tribute to the life and work of Preston born poet, Francis Thompson.
- A site with information and facilities to enable communities within Preston's ERDF area to share knowledge, skills and experiences.
- Promoting awareness of Fairtrade and availability of fairly traded products in Preston and South Ribble.
- Includes Immigration and Legal Advice Centre. Contains services, racial harassment and discrimination FAQ, and community development initiatives, such as Respect All Fans Football and Volunteers in Action.
- A community web features forum and image gallery, for Preston city discussion and debate.
- Exists to support women and children experiencing (or having experienced) domestic violence; information about their refuge accommodation and resettlement services, and their helpline.
- Local government-funded project supporting children under five and their families through a range of community based activities and services. Information about local services, projects, events, child health, early years development and games.
- Includes a history of the square's development, buildings, architecture, and culture, and bibliography of important residents.
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