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Riversway ForumBadminton & Squash Players
We are looking for badminton and squash players in Preston! Anyone interested in playing regularly, please see our web-site for details. We have both beginners and intermediate players ...
See www.citrusclub.org for further details.
Jon Neal - 01/03/2010Hello, Just some free advice for people looking to move into the Docklands area. I would be cautious of Victoria Mansion, especially the West Wing. The people there are not very pleasant and seem to go out of their way to be rude to you. Some of the committee members seem to think they own the area.
Mathers - Sat 27 Feb 2010 1:45 pmMini subs in Preston Docks
I have a photo of 3 mini subs in Preston Dock (S183, S184 and ?. Can anybody give me any info as to when they were there please. Roy
Roy Winfield - 27/02/2010misr
dear David. What you need is the enquiry section of the world ship society (WSS)they are the foremost ship experts in the world. I have heard of the MISr and thought she was a moslem carrier to mecca. Ships built at preston, is a difficult subject re lack of records. Some ships were built at preston and finished in lytham or vice versa,whereas ships scrapped at preston is well documented Terry 01772 632125. PS the shipyards were in the vicinity of penwortham bridge.
terry - 22/02/2010I wonder if you can give me any clues as to how to trace ships built in Preston in 1918 The Boat in question is now working on the River Nile but I understand it was built in preston as a troup carrier or for the Egyptian Navy. Her present name is Misr
David Pomfret - 20/02/2010Citrus Club
New social networking club for professionals launching soon in Preston. We plan to organise regular social activities such as badminton, walking, meals out, wine-tasting etc. To register your interest please see our web-site at www.citrusclub.org
Jon Neal - 16/02/2010oops sorry terry re last message tel nos 01772 632125
- 13/02/2010port publication
would any kind soul out there have a copy of "THE LAST TIDE" History of the port of preston by Jack Dacres. I would be willing to purchase my own copy now tatty and dogeared. ta
terry - 13/02/2010I am a 2nd year student at the University of Central Lancashire, studying Environmental Management, my name is Pamela Shankland and I am currently doing research for my dissertation. The subject matter is the attitudes of local people in regards to the development plans for floating homes on the docks and River Ribble, and the affects that a development of this kind would have not only on the biodiversity of wildlife in this area, but the economic pros and cons of such a development is an important factor in this matter. I have read around the subject area and understand that the idea of the floating homes if one of sustainable development which is something close to my heart. I would be very grateful if someone would consider meeting me in the future to discuss this matter further. I feel that it is important to source information directly from those who matter and not take information from the press. Kind r! egards Pamela shankland
Pamela Shankland - 17/01/2010Hi There, I'm just wondering if you can tell me if there's any fireworks happening on new years eve and if so what time? Thanks.
Heather Rowcroft - 27/12/2009cool yule
have a happy and cool yule prestonians. may the new year be the best yet.
billy - 21/12/2009webcam
Dear Adrian Burton ... I was just curious as to why you checked the webcam every day .... are you somewhere far away also and missing home ? I am in Washington DC, but my heart is back in England! Also, did you find another webcam yet?
Nicola Wiliams - 17/11/2009Hi, We have recently moved onto the Docks and were wondering if there is anything that goes on at New Year? We thought perhaps there maybe fireworks or something like we had in the summer at the festival? Thanks, Gemma
Gemma Pond - 15/11/2009phew
today i was stunned to see two pulp boats being discharged???its cataracts....or maybe ive stepped into a time lock????
billy - 28/10/2009ghosts
i could have sworn i saw a clay boat being dishcharge down at the docks yesterday??? must get these cataracts checked out.
billy - 27/10/2009web cam
web cam at ribble cruising club gives view over ribble estuary at lytham and excellent weather reports.
- 28/09/2009I used to work there it should be open now. It wasent open because the old manager was trying to sell it but the deal fell through and the brewery stoped supplying him with alochol but everything is sorted now and it has re opened.
Jack - 23/09/2009waterfront pub
why is the pub not open its NOT FAIR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! iam thirsty
lucy - 17/09/2009The Waterfront pub
It looks like the waterfront is now open again!
Paul - 14/09/2009Waterfront
Does anyone know what is going to happen to the Waterfront pub? It hasnt been open for weeks!
Paul - 07/09/2009the solution to algae in the docks is opening the lock gates a bit more
terry - 04/09/2009Dock Police
Family folklore has my Grandfather Charles Hutchinson working as a Dock Policeman in Preston from after 1918 to his retirement in the 50's. Under whose juristiction were the Dock Police? Can anyone point me in the right direction for research? Martin
Martin Braithwaite - 25/08/2009Mr Dunne
Dear Clare, if yr grandfather was employed on a british ship, his records will be kept at The registrar of shipping and Seamen, Cardiff. They keep all the records (even the 1800s) of vessels sailed on, qualifications etc. A seperate organisation will keep passenger lists I think. Best of luck Terry 01772 632125 (another old sailor)
terry - 13/08/2009Gt Grandad Dunne
Hi there, I'm wondering if anyone is able to help me find info of my Gt Grandad William J Dunne. Apparently he died at sea 1911-1916. I;m not sure what he was actually doing on a boat other than trying to make ends meet. Befor this he was working as a tailor. There doesnt appear to be any death records anywhere. He left a family of six children and Elizabeth his wife. I'm looking forward very much for any help or direction on this and would be very grateful. Many thanks in anticipation.
Clare Dunne - 11/08/2009fishing
best way to find out is to try.people do catch all types of course fish along with eels@flatfish course tackle near big crane try plenty groundbait.
thomas - 07/08/2009Fishing (Dock area)
I know you can fish on the end of the bullnose into the river but i never see anyone fishing in the dock area.i know there are fish in there,as iv seen them on the surface.Does anyone one know why this is or have you seen anyone fishing ever in the dock basin? surely the algea wont put anglers off! iv seen a small article that there are a few species in there, sea and fresh water fish. Info would be appreciated. Thanks.
Paul - 06/08/2009Waterfront Pub
About time this place had some money chucked at it as it's looking definately shabby now, but I guess with the general decline in the pub trade and The Waterfront's location out on a limb it may be curtains in the not too distant future. It has certainly done nothing to attract the local residents.... Any other views on this subject ?
David Graham - 29/07/2009Just wanted to let you know that your webcam for the Preston Docks is frozen. It hasn't changed since the 19th of July.
Victoria Bailey - 27/07/2009No more webcam
No more webcam? That's a real loss. I checked it every day. Thanks for all the time it was available. Will there be a new webcam somewhere else?
Adrian Burton - 22/07/2009hi i have a model yacht rc controlled. i beleave that some sundays peaple can sail model craft on the lock is this correct or is thear a club that i can join, and whote would the cost be thanks. mr fitton
mr sandy fitton - 16/07/2009Two bedroom apartment on Mountbatten Close, overlooking the docks. Lounge / dining room with balcony, fitted kitchen. Main bedroom with fitted furniture. Underground parking space in secure garage below. Mostly unfurnished. Fridge, washer, dish-washer, and curtains provided. Available immediately. Rent: £600 / month.
Jon Neal - Tel: 01772 626112 [posted 17/07/2009]Preston Dock
I am an ex pat Pom now living in Australia. As a boy/youth I enjoyed many happy hours riding around the dock and up to the "bullsnose" Left Preston in 1963 and would love to get hold any photos of the docks. Thanks. Roy
Roy Winfield - 26/06/2009As a resident of the Docks I notice that the algae blooms are particularly evident at present (and the smell!). Any sign of any initiatives to address the standing water in the inner basin (some form of circular irrigation?) or even to spray chemicals to disperse the algae? Regards Michael Carroll
M R Carroll - 23/06/2009No 3 shed.
any x docker reading number 3 shed, will have nightmares. it was the dreaded place to be sent. ya never knew when you were going to get outa there.seing as the dock labour force was made up of "us and them"the rest were scattered.No 3 shed was the pits.
billy - 15/06/2009victoria mansions
Dear Adrian. have you thought of asking a neighbour. Hope you got yr problem sorted. As a bit of interest Victoria mansions was built in 1904 at a cost of just over £20,000! Its name then was the less glamourous Number 3 shed! The bricks came from Thomas crofts quarry the site of which is now deepdale retail park.
terry - 12/06/2009I was just wondering if jet-skis are allowed on the docks? thank you
james - 29/05/2009Victoria Mansions Entry System
Hi - I've recently moved into the central block of Victoria Mansions. I understand that the entry system now works by calling your phone rather than the one in the flats. Does anyone know how to set this up? I guess you have to call a central number and register your phone with the flat. Any help would be most welcome. Thanks.
Adrian - 26/05/2009I visited the docks today-25th May and was very disheartened to see all the rubbish in the dockwater especially at the cinema end. The water never seems clear from litter which suggests an absence of a regular programme of clearing up. It doesn't help that all the litter bins were overflowing.
Jane Patel - 25/05/2009distance round dock
michelle 11.3.09 1.3 miles round main dock water area 40 acres.
a jay - 04/05/2009Hi, well i am doing a project on the Preston Docklands re-development. I have some questions (interview) about the Docklands. I was wondering if i would be able to film you on camera for this interview for my Project. If this is possible, please could i book a appointment to interview you sometimes next week. Thank you Uzair Lhari
Uzair Lhari - 01/05/2009Docklands
The place looks absolutely tops. In Summer the Sun behind the Marina looks Beautiful and i would say that the Docklands is defiantly a Preston tourist attraction. L3HR1
Uzair lhari - 23/04/2009Dear sir/Madam I am a student at Preston College. I am doing a report on the Docklands re-development and was wondering if it's possible to give a short interview to one of the staff at Preston Docklands. Please contact me on Mobile No: 07517411924 or E-mail me at:ulhari370486@students.preston.ac.uk Thank you You're sincerely Uzair Lhari
Uzair lhari - 23/04/2009congrats terry. sad to walk around the dock today, to be met with silence. i recall the hustle and bustle of the dock, and all its characters that worked down there. alas, nowts fer ever as the saying goes.
billy g - 06/04/2009what the docks mean to me
I 1st whent on the docks in 1952 aged 2 with my father who worked at Wards shipbreakers.From then on I had a fascination with ships (and still have).All my free time was spent on the river/docks or marshes. My dad tried to cure me at 15 when he got me trips on the "River Fisher" and "Eden fisher" to Larne and Dublin.It failed! I went to sea as a cadet in 1966 and retired as captain in 1996
terry - 04/04/2009swing bridge
How long is the bridge work expected to last.
k delaney - 22/03/2009WEBCAM
Yes, I too enjoy the webcam views every morning when I turn on my computer here in Washington DC USA - its saved as my home page! My parents house is just across from the camera, up on Powis Road so its great to see what kind of weather they're having there! Many thanks.
Nicola Williams - 12/03/2009I was wondering if anyone knows how far it is around the docks in KM/Miles?
Michelle - 11/03/2009I'm looking for an artical about a rescue from the docks in 1925. The man was Arther Flynn then about 15yrs old he pulled as man to safety in the november (we think)of 1925. He was presented with a gold watch to thank him
Candy Hopkins - 25/02/2009hi munchin my hamburger on the dock today can any1 tell me what the big black seabirds like a cormorant are? they sit on the rock bits and have noticed an amazin dive for fish
clairey - 24/02/2009Webcam
Thanks for giving us the Riversway webcam. I use it every day from here in Madrid just to see what's happening. I hope you can put some more webcams up some time! The quality of the Riversway cam is excellent. Kindest, Adrian
adrian burton - 03/02/2009GMDSS VHF Radio course
Hi Folks Just to let you know that I will be running a VHF Radio course that includes Digital Selective Calling (DSC) Next Course: Saturday 28th March 2009 -Venue Preston Marina Navigation Way Riverside Docklands Preston PR2 2YP Please call me on 07704 143747 or email me for further infomation, regards Paul Harrison seavoice Training
Seavoice Training - 01/02/2009surprise
dont know about you guys, but ive just broken the last of my new year resolutions...oh my, roll on next year.
billy7 - 12/01/2009Unofficial Preston - Forum for residents of Preston
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