North West

Student life in Preston

174 places students use in Preston: accommodation, eating out, cafés, pubs and bars, gyms, supermarkets, barbers and banks. Independents first. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Student picks include Parkside Cafe Bar for coffee, African Village for eating out and West View Leisure Centre for fitness.

Universities: University of Central Lancashire.

UniMove operate in Preston on Tuesdays, every week.

Fig. 1. UniMove student storage

Store your things in Preston over the holidays

UniMove collects your things from your room, stores them safely over the holidays and brings them back when you return. Door to door, packed and labelled, one price paid up front.

UniMove operate in Preston on Tuesdays, every week.

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One all-in price covers collection, storage and return. See it before you pay.

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Where do students eat, drink and train in Preston?

Everything Student lists 174 businesses across 9 categories in Preston for students at University of Central Lancashire, independents first. Independent picks include Parkside Cafe Bar for coffee, African Village for eating out, West View Leisure Centre for fitness. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Can UniMove collect and store my things in Preston?

Yes. UniMove collect from your room in Preston on Tuesdays each week, store your things over the holidays and bring them back when you return, door to door. Enter your details in the booking tool for your day and one all-in price before you pay.

What are the best cafes for students in Preston?

Everything Student lists 25 cafes and coffee shops in Preston, independents first. Top independent entries include Parkside Cafe Bar, Race Cafe and Trinity Preston. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Where are the best places to eat out for students in Preston?

Everything Student lists 25 restaurants and takeaways in Preston, independents first. Top independent entries include African Village, Boo and EastZEast. Last checked 23 October 2026.

What gyms are there for students in Preston?

Everything Student lists 13 gyms and fitness centres in Preston, independents first. Top independent entries include West View Leisure Centre, Chakra and Sir Tom Finney Sports Centre. Last checked 23 October 2026.

What are the best pubs and bars for students in Preston?

Everything Student lists 25 pubs and bars in Preston, independents first. Top independent entries include Fairham’s Bar, Hartleys Wine Bar and Stanley Arms. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Where are the best barbers and beauty salons for students in Preston?

Everything Student lists 25 barbers and beauty salons in Preston, independents first. Top independent entries include Be Beautiful, Colour Me Beautiful and Lane Ends Barbers. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Which supermarkets are near the university in Preston?

Everything Student lists 25 supermarkets and grocery shops in Preston. Last checked 23 October 2026.

Which letting agents handle student accommodation in Preston?

Everything Student lists 21 student lettings agents in Preston, independents first. Top independent entries include Castle Homes, Click Estate Agents and Dewhurst Homes. Last checked 23 October 2026.

UniMove operate in Preston on Tuesdays, every week. They collect from your room, store over the holidays and bring it back. Get a price →